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Golden vineyard rows lead toward a hillside crowned with a ruined castle, in a French wine region at dusk.

France holidays by train

Historical France

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WW1 history of Northern France

Visit Amiens, Arras and Compiègne for Somme battlefields, Clairière de l’Armistice and Chemin des Dames.
/ 6 nights
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Alsatian heritage towns

Explore Alsace by rail between Strasbourg, Colmar and Dijon, mixing half-timbered streets, vineyards and village winstubs.
/ 7 nights
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Chateaux of Hauts-de-France

From Chantilly to Compiègne, follow the Oise by rail, visiting grand châteaux, formal gardens and former royal hunting forests.
/ 4 nights
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France show-stoppers: longer adventures

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French voyageur

Travel through France’s regions, exploring cathedral cities, château towns and historic centres linked by classic rail routes.
/ 15 nights
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French Riviera & Corsica

Reach Corsica by overnight ferry from the French Riviera. Explore beaches, hilltop towns and mountains by local train and bus.
/ 12 nights
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Nouvelle-Aquitaine to Biscay

Travel from the Loire through Nouvelle-Aquitaine to the Basque coast, linking vineyards, rivers and Atlantic towns.
/ 16 nights
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Hilltop hideaways

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St-Paul-de-Vence

With the Alps to the northwest and coast southeast, St-Paul-de-Vence pairs ramparts, galleries and squares with sea and hills.
/ 6 nights
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Avignon short break

Fortified hilltop Avignon pairs papal history with Rhône walks, evening bistros and lavender fields beyond the city walls.
/ 3 nights
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City breaks France

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Marseille and Nice

Split time between Marseille and Nice, mixing port-city grit, Riviera light and local cafés away from the main promenades.
/ 5 nights
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Paris and Lille

Uncover Paris beyond the obvious, from the Catacombs to the Montmartre vineyard, then head north to creative Lille.
/ 3 nights
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UNESCO Bordeaux

Explore Bordeaux’s honey-hued streets, museums and wine bars, with day trips to the Atlantic coast and Arcachon Basin.
/ 2 nights
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Alsace escape

On France’s eastern edge, Alsace and Burgundy combine wine villages, timbered towns and countryside walks.
/ 6 nights
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Discover Occitanie: Toulouse and more

Journey through Occitanie, from Toulouse’s pink streets and bars to Limoges porcelain, Nîmes’ Roman sites and Lille’s beer halls.
/ 8 nights
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Discover La Rochelle

For French coastal glamour with fewer crowds, try La Rochelle for sand beaches and a slew of oyster bars.
/ 3 nights
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Coastal escapes

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The French and Italian Rivieras

Travel east along the French Riviera into Italy on a classic coastal rail route, pausing in Nice and quieter seaside towns.
/ 16 nights
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Côte d'Azur

Head south to explore two sides of the Riviera, from Nice’s grand promenades to Menton’s slower pace at the Italian border.
/ 9 nights
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Bay of Biscay

Explore the Bay of Biscay: failsafe surf, sprawling beaches, pintxos bars and one of the best coastal food scenes around.
/ 12 nights
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Rural France

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The Loire Valley

Base yourself in Orléans and Nantes to explore the Loire, where châteaux, vineyards and river paths shape the journey.
/ 7 nights
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Vineyards of Burgundy

Explore Burgundy’s vineyards on foot or by bike, tasting your way across a 50-kilometre stretch of celebrated wine villages.
/ 6 nights
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Provençal lavender fields

Journey through Provence along the Routes de la Lavande, linking hill towns, summer markets and evenings of chilled rosé.
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Europe 101

So you’re interested in travelling by train in Europe and the UK? Great! Here's everything you need to know about trains in Europe.
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Frequently asked questions

What’s included?

Our price includes all of your European holiday transport, accommodation and a personalised itinerary for your trip. You'll also have our travel experts on WhatsApp for disruption support and travel tips.

Are flights included?

We don’t include flights to Europe but do include all transport and accommodation when you get here. Short-haul flights are very carbon-intensive but thankfully traveling around Europe by train, ferry or bus is super easy and enjoyable.

Can I upgrade my hotel room?

You can choose different hotels on the trip page, and if you want to upgrade your room, there is a space in the booking form to let us know. Our team will then find upgrades and discuss these with you.

Do I have to start and finish in the same city?

Although we advocate for going flight free at every opportunity, we know that you might want to leave Europe from a different city. Our Concierge team can build you a custom one way trip.

Can I pay in AUS dollars?

Yes, you can! All prices on our online trip pages should be shown in your local currency. If not, you can select whichever currency you’d like to pay in (e.g., USD, CAD, EUR, CHF) using the dropdown in the top right corner of the trip page beside the search icon. In both instances, the price on the payment page will be shown in your local currency.

Baggage allowance?

There's no charge for baggage. If it can fit in the racks or overhead, you'll be able to take it with you as long as you can carry it. We can suggest bag storage or transfer options, and advise on over-sized items like surfboards or bicycles.

How do my tickets get delivered?

The vast majority of European train ticketing can be digital, but some (Spain, Portugal, and a handful of EuroCity trains) will need paper tickets which can be mailed to a hotel you’ll be staying at.

Is it a guided group trip?

These are self-guided tours, not part of a group. They include on-demand personalised support via WhatApp, text or phone. Think of it like DIY holiday, except all the planning and booking have been done for you, and you don’t need to worry about disruptions.
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