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Lake Como framed by an archway of pink flowers, with small boats moored and mountains beyond.

Luxury rail holidays

The romance of travel, rediscovered

Beautiful train adventures with exceptional stays, carefully created by a dedicated Trip Designer just for you. Bespoke itineraries from £5,000 per person.

The luxury of time well spent

A curation of what really matters to you, not a bucket list of overdone travel hypes.

Handpicked hotels with outstanding comfort, local-first in spirit. Every single detail is sorted, so you can immerse yourself in the moments that matter, expertise you can't find from a simple search.

Where the journey becomes part of the experience

Train travel adds an extra layer of luxury. A plush first-class seat, a feast of views rolling past the window, the indulgence of a porcelain cup and the clink of real cutlery in the dining car.

Tailored route design

Plan your own route with a trip designer who curates every detail for you using their overland route planning expertise.

First-class rail travel

Trade airport stress for spacious first-class seating, changing landscapes, and the quiet sophistication of dining on the move.

Independent exploration, round-the-clock support

Experience Europe at your own pace without tours groups, knowing our team is available 24/7 via WhatsApp whenever you need us.

Hand-picked character stays

Rest in locally owned accommodations chosen for elevated comfort and authentic charm, ensuring your stays feel like highlights of the trip.

The perfect service for

Unforgettable milestones

Honeymoons, anniversaries, and special occasion trips tailored to you. We handle every detail, from bespoke excursions to handpicked 5-star hotels, to thoughtfully mark any occasion with an unforgettable trip.

The luxury of extra time

Whether you're embarking on a sabbatical, an extended trip, or a Golden Gap Year, longer trips pair perfectly with scenic trains, first-class treatment, and expert planning, inspired by the golden age of continental rail travel.

Seamless multi-stop trips

We take away the pain of navigating multiple countries, connections, and regional trains. From door-to-door luggage forwarding to bespoke routing, your entire multi-destination journey flows seamlessly with 24/7 on-demand support whenever you need us. 

Custom routes

Stitching together heritage railways with high-speed lines, overnight sailings with luxury train experiences, our expert team are masters in turning an idea into a custom route, unique to you. Whether you have dreams following the original route of the Orient Express or want to experience the magic of an overnight sailing through the Norwegian Fjords, our team can work alongside all travel styles, timeframes and budgets. 

Routes we love

  • Switzerland in style: the Glacier Express

    Switzerland at its most spectacular. Travel in Excellence Class aboard the Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Zermatt, where panoramic windows reveal glaciers, viaducts, and deep Alpine valleys, all enjoyed with fine dining at your seat.

  • World-class gastronomy and timeless coastal charm

    Travel seamlessly from France’s premier wine capital, Bordeaux, to the golden beaches of San Sebastián, enjoying unhurried market visits, regional delicacies, and extraordinary dining at every stop, paired with iconic five-star stays throughout.

  • Scottish Baronial luxury by sleeper

    Snooze your way north to Pitlochry aboard the Caledonian Sleeper, and wake to the rolling landscapes of the Scottish Highlands. Stay at the five-star Fonab Castle Hotel, in the penthouse Castle Suite, overlooking Loch Faskally.

  • Europe's Imperial Cities

    Experience the romance of Europe's original Grand Tour, reimagined for modern luxury. Journey by first-class rail through Antwerp, Berlin, Prague, Budapest, Vienna, and Zurich, where centuries of history, grand architecture and rich cultural heritage unfold.

  • Rail and riads in Morocco

    An adventurous journey with luxury at its core. Travel by rail through Europe before crossing into Morocco, where the pace shifts and colours intensify. In Marrakech, stay at Riad Palais Sebban, a tranquil retreat hidden behind historic walls.

  • Ischia by private boat

    The romance of first-class Italian rail travel meets sun-drenched southern shores. Travel from palatial Turin to energetic Naples before slowing the pace on Ischia and Sorrento. Drift between the islands by private boat, Aperol spritz in hand, as the Tyrrhenian Sea sparkles.

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