Railtrail New Year Update 2025

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NEW YEAR UPDATE

QUALITY ESCORTED HOLIDAYS BY TRAIN

TOURING THE UK, EUROPE & WORLDWIDE BY RAIL Book by the 31st January 2025 and receive DOUBLE loyalty points.

A warm welcome, and best wishes for 2025, from all the team at Railtrail Tours.

As a child born and bred in the smoky industrial heartland of Stoke-on-Trent famed worldwide as the home of famous potteries like Doulton and Wedgwood, my love of train travel began with our annual holiday whisking us to Rhyl, Blackpool or, if we were very lucky, Skegness! Now, more than 70 years later, I can invite you to travel to destinations I could only have dreamed of as a child with Railtrail Tours offering a fabulous collection of escorted British, European, and Worldwide tours. Browse through these enchanting tours created by my amazing Railtrail family and colleagues here in the delightful Staffordshire Moorlands. Journey through beautiful Britain from the Isles of Scilly to the Hebrides to the Shetland Islands and everywhere in between, or escape to Europe and discover spectacular Switzerland, fabulous France, irresistible Italy, and many more. Perhaps you are looking to venture out into the World and with destinations including New Zealand and Canada, I feel sure that somewhere within our catalogue of tours you will find something that excites your imagination. We have also included in this New Year mini brochure a scannable QR code on each tour that will take you straight to the full itinerary, fare details, and gallery as displayed on our website. Whilst we are excited to bring to you our largest and most varied collection of tours, our ethos of providing the best and most professional service whilst retaining all that is best about an independent, family run company remains unchanged. 2 2

I would also like to take this opportunity to introduce Railtrail Travel Services offering European rail tickets for your adventure across Europe. Whether your journey is large or small, whether you need individual tickets or a comprehensive rail pass, our ticket-only consultants will find the most convenient route for you and book the best tickets for your journey. Finally, I am delighted to announce the launch of Railtrail’s independent travel packages giving you flexibility to explore Europe without the stress of organising your rail holiday. Let us arrange your travel tickets, times, seat reservations, and accommodation whilst you sit back, enjoy the journey, and create lasting memories. Further details can be found on our website at www.railtrail.co.uk/ Independent-Tours. It gives me very great pleasure to say that we enter our 45th year with great confidence for the future and I trust that we will have the pleasure of your company this year. Kind Regards,

1 ST CLASS

45 YEARS

Dave Felstead Owner & Managing Director, Railtrail Tours Ltd

Tour Descriptions We have been working hard to create fresh, exciting, and exclusive adventures for you to experience and have been adding tours to our extensive programme of varied destinations.To help you find your perfect adventure, we have introduced new categories to describe the nature of each tour and these categories are: Classic – A selection of our best-selling Classic rail holidays exploring iconic, time honoured destinations and visiting well-loved attractions. Classic Plus – A collection of extended rail adventures, spanning 10 days or more, offering dynamic itineraries for you to explore more locations, visit more attractions, and enjoy more excursions. Signature – Discover our carefully curated tours for smaller groups, staying in luxurious hotels and enjoying exclusive experiences at top destinations. Timeless Voyage – A collection of exclusive tours featuring luxurious river cruises through breathtaking locations and iconic landscapes.

Your Tour Fare UK Tours – We offer packages including First Class (where available) or Standard Class rail travel from every mainland UK station for each UK tour. European Tours – Our European Tours depart from London St Pancras where you can join your Tour Manager and enjoy a complimentary welcome drink and snack prior to boarding. You may choose to include the added comfort of the exclusive carriages and refreshments with Eurostar Standard Premier. Worldwide Tours – After meeting your Tour Manager at our chosen flight check in desk and passing through customs control, we have quality relaxation time with a complimentary welcome drink and snack before boarding. Flight upgrades are available on request, or you may wish to book the Ground Only fare to travel independently and join at the tour hotel. Tour Base Fare For clients wishing to travel independently of our rail package to the tour of their choice, we offer flexible joining point fares for all tours including the option to join and leave at the tour hotel(s).

TOUR INDEX

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Departures in Date Order

Classic Tours

10 – 39 10 – 29 30 – 39 39 – 43 39 – 40 41 – 43 44 – 49 44 – 46 47 – 49 50 – 51 43

UK & Ireland European

Classic Plus Tours

UK & Ireland European Worldwide

Signature Tours

UK & Ireland European

Timeless Voyage Tours

UK & Ireland European

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Railtrail Rewards Loyalty Once you have travelled with Railtrail, we reward your loyalty via our Loyalty Points Scheme. For every pound spent you will receive Loyalty Points on return from your holiday, which can then be used as a discount on future bookings. Loyalty Points remain valid for 3 years after your return from your holiday. The more Loyalty Points you earn, the greater the discount you will receive on your next tour. No other escorted rail holiday company offers such a scheme. Railtrail Frequent Traveller Club The Railtrail Frequent Traveller Club is an exclusive club rewarding the loyalty of our most frequent travellers. Once you have travelled with us a minimum of 5 times, you automatically become a member of a select club that receive special offers, promotions, free tour upgrades, and gifts including a quality pin badge to wear with pride. New Tours To receive details of all new tours as soon as they are organised, you can subscribe to our newsletter by visiting our website at www.railtrail.co.uk , clicking on ‘Newsletter’ and completing the form. You will receive Railtrail emails with details of new tours, upcoming tours, and up-to-date promotions.

Your Mobility All our holidays by train require a reasonable level of physical fitness and unaided mobility. To help you identify the suitability of a tour, our tours are thoughtfully classified based on activity level to help you find the perfect fit.

Leisurely Tour – A relaxing tour with minimal physical activity plus downtime to wander and discover at your own pace. Moderate Tour – An engaging tour with moderate physical activity with walking, occasional steps, and activities on most days. Active Tour – An energetic tour with physical activities and adventures on most days which could include longer walks, challenging steps, and hills.

Additionally, as part of the booking process, you are required to declare that you (and all your party travelling) are capable of: • Carrying and lifting your own luggage on and off a train • Walking at a reasonable pace as part of a group • Climbing steps and stairs comfortably Our tour descriptions are intended as a guide and our friendly Customer Care Team are happy to discuss tour suitability with you should you have any further queries. Please visit the ‘Tour Descriptions’ page on our website for further details ( www.railtrail.co.uk/Tour-Descriptions ).

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10/04/2025 Scottish Steam, Malt & Ale Trail

01/02/2025 Swiss Winter Snow Train Adventure

22/04/2025 Picturesque Highland Seasons *

10/02/2025 Harz Mountains Winter Wonderland

22/04/2025 Royal Deeside Explorer

12/02/2025 Great German Rail Ale Trail

24/04/2025 Serene Gardens of Cornwall

14/02/2025 Saxony & Harz Winter Steam Extravaganza

24/04/2025 Isle of Man Explorer

22/02/2025 Swiss Winter Snow Train Adventure

27/04/2025 Isles of Scilly Discovery

10/03/2025 Harz Mountains Winter Wonderland

28/04/2025 Historical Wonders of Wessex & Portsmouth *

15/03/2025 Swiss Winter Snow Train Adventure

28/04/2025 Step Back in Tyne - Discover the North East

22/03/2025 Canadian Rail Explorer (Ground Only) *

30/04/2025 Amsterdam, Tulips, Cheese & Steam

22/03/2025 Canadian Rail Explorer (Flight Inclusive) *

30/04/2025 Black Forest Rail Roamer

01/04/2025 Highland Adventure

03/05/2025 Exclusive Secrets of the Highlands & Islands *

07/04/2025 Steam & Sail in the English Riviera

04/05/2025 Great German Rail Ale Trail

07/04/2025 Revolutionary Cities & Lake District Treasures *

06/05/2025 Yorkshire Gold - Coast & Country

08/04/2025 Dresden Steam Festival & More

06/05/2025 South of France Steam

09/04/2025 Amsterdam, Tulips, Cheese & Steam

08/05/2025 Bristol, Cider & Gorge-ous Cheddar *

09/04/2025 Swiss Glacier Express & The Bernina

* DENOTES NEW TOUR

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08/05/2025 Classic Cornwall Coast & Country

31/05/2025 Exclusive Secrets of the Highlands & Islands *

08/05/2025 Peak District Panoramas *

31/05/2025 Hebridean Odyssey

12/05/2025 Steam & Sail in the English Riviera

01/06/2025 West Country Luxury Steam *

12/05/2025 Wonderful Wales

02/06/2025 Nostalgic Lakes & Mountains Explorer *

12/05/2025 Roses Battle by Steam plus Settle & Carlisle Line

03/06/2025 Bygone Times of Bletchley & Beyond *

12/05/2025 Jungfrau Region Experience *

05/06/2025 Queen of Scots & Edinburgh

13/05/2025 Canals, Steam & Historic Chester

06/06/2025 Northern France Narrow-Gauge Steam

13/05/2025 Picturesque Highland Seasons *

07/06/2025 Wonders of the Waterways

15/05/2025 Scottish Steam, Malt & Ale Trail

09/06/2025 Steam & Sail in the English Riviera

15/05/2025 Isle of Man Explorer

09/06/2025 Wonderful Wales

15/05/2025 Seine & Normandy Luxury River Explorer *

09/06/2025 Timeless Isle of Man Adventurer

18/05/2025 Jersey, Guernsey, Herm & Sark

09/06/2025 Jungfrau Region Experience *

19/05/2025 Historical Wonders of Wessex & Portsmouth *

12/06/2025 Historic Kent Castles, Tracks & Vines *

19/05/2025 Step Back in Tyne - Discover the North East

14/06/2025 The Big Five versus The Stoosbahn

19/05/2025 Forest of Dean Steam & The Wye Valley

16/06/2025 Welsh Whisky, Mines, Mint & Steam

22/05/2025 North East Steam

16/06/2025 Revolutionary Cities & Lake District Treasures *

23/05/2025 Orkney & Shetland Explorer

16/06/2025 Roses Battle by Steam plus Settle & Carlisle Line

28/05/2025 Scotland’s Far North, Shetland & Orkney

17/06/2025 Picturesque Highland Seasons *

* DENOTES NEW TOUR

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19/06/2025 Bristol, Cider & Gorge-ous Cheddar *

04/07/2025 Black Forest & Lake Constance *

19/06/2025 Scottish Steam, Malt & Ale Trail

06/07/2025 Isles of Scilly Discovery

19/06/2025 Heart of Wales & The Brecon Beacons

07/07/2025 Steam & Sail in the English Riviera

23/06/2025 Historical Wonders of Wessex & Portsmouth *

07/07/2025 Wonderful Wales

23/06/2025 Swiss Mountain Treasures

08/07/2025 Canals, Steam & Historic Chester

23/06/2025 Grand Swiss Panorama *

10/07/2025 Classic Cornwall Coast & Country

24/06/2025 Highland Adventure

10/07/2025 Peak District Panoramas *

24/06/2025 Spirit of the Ribble Valley *

10/07/2025 Guernsey, Jersey, Herm & Sark

24/06/2025 Romantic Highlander

14/07/2025 Step Back in Tyne - Discover the North East

25/06/2025 Swiss Glacier Express & The Bernina

15/07/2025 Picturesque Highland Seasons *

25/06/2025 West Country Steam *

17/07/2025 Scottish Steam, Malt & Ale Trail

26/06/2025 Classic Cornwall Coast & Country

17/07/2025 Queen of Scots & Edinburgh

28/06/2025 Switzerland Steam-Powered Six

27/07/2025 Northern Germany by Steam

30/06/2025 Potteries Heritage Discovery *

28/07/2025 Timeless Isle of Man Adventurer

01/07/2025 Royal Deeside Explorer

06/08/2025 Swiss Glacier Express & The Bernina

01/07/2025 French Rail Roamer *

07/08/2025 Serene Gardens of Cornwall

03/07/2025 Bristol, Cider & Gorge-ous Cheddar *

11/08/2025 Steam & Sail in the English Riviera

04/07/2025 Beautiful Bavaria & Salzburg *

11/08/2025 Welsh Whisky, Mines, Mint & Steam

* DENOTES NEW TOUR

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15/09/2025 Nostalgic Lakes & Mountains Explorer *

11/08/2025 Swiss Mountain Treasures

16/09/2025 Canals, Steam & Historic Chester

14/08/2025 Bristol, Cider & Gorge-ous Cheddar *

18/09/2025 Classic Cornwall Coast & Country

14/08/2025 Isle of Man Explorer

18/09/2025 Scottish Steam, Malt & Ale Trail

16/08/2025 The Big Five versus The Stoosbahn

18/09/2025 Historic Kent Castles, Tracks & Vines *

18/08/2025 Wonderful Wales

18/09/2025 Guernsey, Jersey, Herm & Sark

28/08/2025 Queen of Scots & Edinburgh

19/09/2025 Orkney & Shetland Explorer

28/08/2025 Norfolk Steam *

20/09/2025 Switzerland Steam-Powered Six

01/09/2025 Steam & Sail in the English Riviera

22/09/2025 Step Back in Tyne - Discover the North East

02/09/2025 Pearls of Thuringia *

22/09/2025 Czech Steam Festival *

03/09/2025 Swiss Food & Wine Delights *

23/09/2025 Yorkshire Gold - Coast & Country

04/09/2025 Land’s End to John O’Groats

23/09/2025 Highland Adventure

08/09/2025 Forest of Dean Steam & The Wye Valley

25/09/2025 Isle of Man Explorer

08/09/2025 Wonderful Wales

25/09/2025 Emerald Isle Discovery *

08/09/2025 Roses Battle by Steam plus Settle & Carlisle Line

30/09/2025 Austrian Steam Adventure

09/09/2025 Romantic Highlander

06/10/2025 Potteries Heritage Discovery *

11/09/2025 Heart of Wales & The Brecon Beacons

06/10/2025 Swiss Mountain Treasures

13/09/2025 Wonders of the Waterways

07/10/2025 Picturesque Highland Seasons *

13/09/2025 Grand Tour - The Transpyrenean

* DENOTES NEW TOUR

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07/10/2025 Spirit of the Ribble Valley *

19/12/2025 Rhine Luxury Christmas Magic *

10/10/2025 Black Forest & Lake Constance *

20/12/2025 Swiss Christmas Snow Train Adventure

11/10/2025 Hebridean Odyssey

23/12/2025 Stratford Festive Delights *

13/10/2025 Revolutionary Cities & Lake District Treasures *

23/12/2025 Winchester Christmas Celebration *

14/10/2025 Bygone Times of Bletchley & Beyond *

27/12/2025 Twixmas in Dumfries & Galloway *

16/10/2025 Italy’s Ancient Cities & The Campania Coast *

30/12/2025 Celtic Royal New Year Celebration *

20/10/2025 Picturesque Pitlochry & The Enchanted Forest

22/10/2025 Enchanting Voyage Through the Heart of Scotland *

09/11/2025 Treasures of Catalonia, Iberia & Andalucia *

02/12/2025 Festive Steam in Saxony *

02/12/2025 Step into Christmas in Windsor & Oxford *

02/12/2025 Festive Highlands Tartan & Taster

08/12/2025 Potteries Heritage Discovery *

IMPORTANT NOTE Many of our tours feature the nostalgia of steam trains. Whilst we will endeavour to ensure the journey will be made by steam train, we must reserve the right to either travel by heritage diesel train, or visit an alternative attraction, should the steam train be unavailable or not be timetabled for whatever reason at the time of our visit. All dates are accurate at time of printing.

08/12/2025 Montreux Festive Magic *

08/12/2025 Deck the Halls in County Durham *

10/12/2025 Swiss Glacier Express & The Bernina

15/12/2025 Bruges & Ghent Christmas Markets

18/12/2025 Peak District Panoramas *

* DENOTES NEW TOUR

S team & S ail in the E nglish R iviera

H ighland A dventure

5 DAYS From £645

4 DAYS From £619

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Monday 7 April, 12 May, 9 June, 7 July, 11 August & 1 September 2025

Tuesday 1 April, 24 June & 23 September 2025

★ Glorious sightseeing around Torquay ★ Enjoy free time to explore Dartmouth, an historic naval town ★ Take in a circular cruise viewing sights from the majestic River Dart ★ Stay in a hotel on the stunning seafront with sea view rooms included

★ Marvel at spectacular Highland scenery ★ Enjoy a tour and tasting at the fascinating Ben Nevis Distillery ★ Steam on the famous “Harry Potter” Jacobite train to Mallaig ★ See the Bonnie Prince Charlie monument at the head of Loch Shiel ★ Cross the magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Arrive in Torquay along one of Britain’s truly great coastal rail journeys ★ Journey on the scenic South Devon Railway to Buckfastleigh ★ Travel on the Dartmouth Steam Railway along the beautiful English Riviera coastline

★ Journey by train on the stunning West Highland Line ★ Cruise Loch Linnhe in search of seals and porpoises ★ Soar to the heavens and experience stunning views on the Nevis Range Gondola

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Visit: www.railtrail.co.uk – for full tour details and fares, and to book online 24/7

NEW TOUR

S cottish S team , M alt & A le T rail

P icturesque H ighland S easons

5 DAYS From £999

6 DAYS From £939

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Tuesday 22 April, 13 May, 17 June, 15 July & 7 October 2025

Thursday 10 April, 15 May, 19 June, 17 July & 18 September 2025

★ See the Bonnie Prince Charlie monument at the head of Loch Shiel ★ Cross the magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct ★ Enjoy “monster spotting” at Loch Ness ★ Journey by train over Rannoch Moor on the stunning West Highland Line ★ Free time to explore Inverness, the capital of the Highlands

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Delight in a tour and tasting at Glenturret Whisky Distillery ★ Sail through the sky on a unique engineering masterpiece – The Falkirk Wheel ★ Take a cruise on Loch Katrine aboard the ‘Lady of the Lake’ ★ Enjoy free time in Stirling plus a visit to the fantastic Stirling Castle

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Marvel at spectacular Highlands Mountain scenery ★ Experience the “Great Railway Journey of the World” to Kyle of Lochalsh ★ Steam on the famous “Harry Potter” Jacobite train to Mallaig ★ Take the fabulous Highland Line climbing through the Cairngorms

★ Enjoy a guided tour of the world’s largest equine sculptures – The Kelpies ★ Experience the scenic Bo’ness & Kinneil Steam Railway ★ Steam on the nostalgic Strathspey Steam Railway

Call 01538 382323 – to book with our friendly customer care team

R oyal D eeside E xplorer

I sle of M an E xplorer

5 DAYS From £765

8 DAYS From £1489

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Tuesday 22 April & 1 July 2025

Thursday 24 April, 15 May, 14 August & 25 September 2025

★ Journey on the unique Manx Electric Railway ★ Enjoy a private steam charter at Laxey Mines ★ Marvel at spectacular views from the Snaefell Mountain Railway ★ Steam on the narrow-gauge Groudle Glen Railway ★ Enjoy free time to explore the harbourside town of Ramsey ★ Rover ticket for all the Isle of Man Railways

★ Meet Highland cattle on a working farm visit ★ Visit Crathes Castle, a classic Scottish tower house with glorious gardens ★ Enjoy railway nostalgia at the Royal Deeside Railway ★ Visit Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre, Britain’s first military airfield ★ Journey on the Caledonian Railway ★ Stroll around Dundee’s redeveloped waterfront including the V&A Museum of Design

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Discover the captivating heritage of this independent isle ★ Ride behind steam on the magnificent Isle of Man Railway ★ Visit Castle Rushen, a beautifully preserved medieval fortress ★ Explore the fascinating Old House of Keys

★ Visit Balmoral, the Scottish home of the Royal Family ★ Sample a wee dram at the Glen Garioch Distillery ★ Discover the ‘Granite City’ of Aberdeen on a guided tour ★ Enjoy dolphin spotting on a harbour cruise

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Visit: www.railtrail.co.uk – for full tour details and fares, and to book online 24/7

S erene G ardens of C ornwall

I sles of S cilly D iscovery

7 DAYS From £2275

5 DAYS From £830

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Sunday 27 April & 6 July 2025

Thursday 24 April & 7 August 2025

★ Explore the magnificent island of Tresco ★ Discover diverse and unique plant life at Tresco Abbey Garden ★ Visit the remarkable island of St Agnes ★ Enjoy a relaxing wildlife cruise to spot seal and bird colonies

★ Visit the fabulous Eden Project ★ Discover the tranquillity of Pinetum Gardens ★ Explore the Victorian Lanhydrock House & Gardens ★ Steam nostalgia on the Bodmin & Wenford line

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Enjoy a gentle introductory tour of St Mary’s ★ Marvel at the beautiful views or Cornwall’s iconic coastline ★ Indulge in a wine tasting at the hotel’s own HolyVale Vineyard

★ Journey along the famous English Riviera coastal route ★ Explore the Lost Gardens of Heligan, Europe’s largest garden restoration ★ Tour the historical Pencarrow House & Gardens

Call 01538 382323 – to book with our friendly customer care team

NEW TOUR

H istorical W onders of W essex & P ortsmouth

S tep B ack in T yne – D iscover the N orth E ast 6 DAYS From £780

6 DAYS From £1029

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Monday 28 April, 19 May & 23 June 2025

Monday 28 April, 19 May, 14 July & 22 September 2025

★ Visit the inspiring Jane Austen House & Museum ★ Relax in the medieval Queen Eleanor’s Garden ★ Discover the history of Winchester Castle – the legendary home of the Arthurian Round Table ★ Explore the magnificent Winchester Cathedral ★ Enjoy free time in Chichester and Winchester

★ Discover 1,400 years of history at Bamburgh Castle ★ Take a boat trip to the Farne Islands, one of the UK’s largest seabird and seal colonies ★ Journey on the Heatherslaw Light Railway ★ Enjoy free time in the coastal town of Berwick-upon-Tweed

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Visit Beamish – The Living Museum of the North ★ Enjoy a photo opportunity at the Angel of the North ★ Ride the South Tynedale Railway ★ Experience Vindolanda – the Roman archaeological site with live excavations

★ Uncover secrets at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard stepping aboard real-life history ★ Enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful Chichester Cathedral ★ Ride the Watercress Line from Alton to Alresford through beautiful countryside

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Visit: www.railtrail.co.uk – for full tour details and fares, and to book online 24/7

NEW TOUR

B ristol , C ider & G orge - ous C heddar

C lassic C ornwall C oast & C ountry

5 DAYS From £899

5 DAYS From £829

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Thursday 8 May, 19 June, 3 July & 14 August 2025

Thursday 8 May, 26 June, 10 July & 18 September 2025

★ Taste the wines at the award winning Trevibban Vineyard ★ Steam nostalgia on the Bodmin & Wenford line ★ Discover delightful Looe, Penzance & St. Ives

★ Discover the history of the Clifton Suspension Bridge on a guided tour ★ Visit Cheddar Gorge and step inside the pre-historic caves now used for maturing cheese ★ Sample the world famous ‘Cheddar Cheese’ ★ Enjoy a tour and tasting at Thatcher’s Cider Farm

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Journey along the famous English Riviera coastal route ★ Experience spectacular scenic branch lines ★ Visit the fabulous Eden Project ★ Explore beautiful Padstow, famous for its seafood

★ Visit the world’s first great luxury liner, Brunel’s SS Great Britain ★ Explore Bristol’s Floating Harbour by boat ★ Step aboard supersonic Concorde at Aerospace Bristol ★ Journey on the Avon Valley Railway

Call 01538 382323 – to book with our friendly customer care team

R oses B attle by S team plus S ettle & C arlisle L ine

W onderful W ales

6 DAYS From £1130

8 DAYS From £1299

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Monday 12 May, 16 June & 8 September 2025

Monday 12 May, 9 June, 7 July, 18 August & 8 September 2025

★ Visit the fascinating Bury Transport Museum ★ Enjoy free time in Whitby with its abbey, port, and the best fish & chips in Yorkshire! ★ Descend into history at the National Coal Mining Museum ★ Discover Middleton Railway, the world’s oldest continuously working railway ★ Ride the unique Keighley & Worth Valley Steam Railway

★ Steam into Snowdonia on the picturesque Welsh Highland Railway ★ Explore the magnificent Portmeirion with its Italian style feel ★ Visit the beautiful Bodnant Garden and indulge in a cream tea ★ Enjoy a vintage tramcar ride to the summit of the Great Orme ★ Relax at the renowned Empire Hotel, amidst friendly ambience and elegant comfort

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Experience the spectacular Snowdon Mountain Railway ★ Ride behind steam on the characterful Llanberis Lake Railway ★ Journey on the scenic Conwy Valley Line ★ Enjoy a narrow-gauge steam journey on the world-famous Ffestiniog Railway

★ Experience England’s greatest railway journey – the Settle & Carlisle Line ★ Journey through the Yorkshire Dales on the Embsay & Bolton Railway ★ Indulge in a tour and tasting at the Black Sheep Brewery ★ Travel from Bury on the scenic East Lancashire Railway

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Visit: www.railtrail.co.uk – for full tour details and fares, and to book online 24/7

C anals , S team & H istoric C hester

J ersey , G uernsey , H erm & S ark

9 DAYS From £1745

5 DAYS From £735

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Sunday 18 May 2025

Tuesday 13 May, 8 July & 16 September 2025

★ Visit the idyllic Herm Island, a pristine car-free haven ★ Enjoy a horse and carriage tour of the unique Isle of Sark ★ Discover Jersey and Guernsey at your own pace

★ Enjoy a nostalgic ride along the Llangollen Railway ★ Discover 2,000 years of history in the beautiful city of Chester ★ Wander along waterside paths and ancient city walls ★ Visit Port Sunlight and explore the Museum and Gallery ★ Stay in the heart of Chester

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Enjoy a fascinating ‘Round Island’ tour of Jersey ★ Spot Jersey cows grazing in peaceful fields ★ Experience nostalgic island life in tranquil surroundings ★ Take a guided coach tour of picturesque Guernsey

★ Explore the world of canals at Ellesmere Port ★ Enjoy a relaxing cruise on the River Dee ★ Visit the lavish Arley Hall & Gardens ★ Cruise across the breathtaking Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

Call 01538 382323 – to book with our friendly customer care team

F orest of D ean S team & T he W ye V alley

N orth E ast S team

6 DAYS From £879

5 DAYS From £759

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Monday 19 May & 8 September 2025

Thursday 22 May 2025

★ Steam on the oldest existing railway at Tanfield Railway ★ Visit the historic Stephenson Steam Railway ★ Narrow-gauge steam at the South Tynedale Railway ★ Journey on the fascinating Aln Valley Railway

★ Marvel at reservoirs and mountains on the Brecon Mountain Railway ★ Explore Gloucester’s National Waterways Museum ★ Discover the historic market town of Abergavenny ★ Visit the picturesque town of Ross on-Wye

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Visit Beamish – The Living Museum of the North ★ Enjoy a photo opportunity at the Angel of the North ★ Journey along the scenic Weardale Railway ★ Discover the birthplace of railways at the Locomotion Museum

★ Journey on the Forest of Dean Railway ★ Travel along the Gloucester & Warwickshire Railway to the beautiful Cotswolds ★ Cruise on the scenic River Wye from Symonds Yat

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Visit: www.railtrail.co.uk – for full tour details and fares, and to book online 24/7

O rkney & S hetland E xplorer

S cotland ’ s F ar N orth , S hetland & O rkney

6 DAYS From £1659

8 DAYS From £2250

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Wednesday 28 May 2025

Friday 23 May & 19 September 2025

★ Visit the fascinating Italian Chapel, Skaill House, and Skara Brae in Orkney ★ Tour the idyllic Shetland Isle and discover its Viking past at Jarlshof ★ See the beautiful Shetland Ponies ★ Discover rich archaeology and history ★ Marvel at the fantastic seascape coastline of the Far North

★ Visit the fascinating Italian Chapel, Skaill House, and Skara Brae in Orkney ★ Marvel at the fantastic seascape coastline of the Far North ★ Touch the top of the country at John O’Groats ★ Enjoy free time to explore Inverness

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Journey on the fabulous Highland Line ★ Explore the Castle of Mey, the former royal residence of Queen Elizabeth,The Queen Mother ★ Touch the top of the country at John O’Groats

★ Discover the ‘Granite City’ of Aberdeen on a guided tour ★ Tour the idyllic Shetland Isle and discover its Viking past at Jarlshof ★ See the beautiful Shetland Ponies ★ Discover rich archaeology and history

Call 01538 382323 – to book with our friendly customer care team

NEW TOUR

N ostalgic L akes & M ountains E xplorer

H ebridean O dyssey

8 DAYS From £1459

8 DAYS From £2479

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Saturday 31 May & 11 October 2025

Monday 2 June & 15 September 2025

★ Stroll along unspoilt, white sandy beaches on the Isle of Barra ★ Discover a birdwatcher’s paradise and view amazing island wildlife ★ Explore the Isle of Lewis and Isle of Harris with expert local guides ★ Learn about the Hebrides unique and fascinating history ★ Journey through wonderful Highland scenery ★ Enjoy free time in Inverness

★ Steam on the “Owd Ratty” at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway ★ Enjoy a guided tour at Ravenglass Railway Museum ★ Journey over the world-famous ‘Settle & Carlisle’ line ★ Cross the fabulous Ribblehead Viaduct ★ Cruise on a heritage ‘steamer’ across the stunning Ullswater Lake ★ Experience a tour and tasting at Lakes Distillery

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Travel the glorious West Highland Line – “Railroad to the Isles” ★ Visit picture perfect Portree, the Capital of the Isle of Skye ★ Explore the Isle of Eriskay and the famous story of ‘Whisky Galore’ ★ See the beautiful Eriskay Ponies, a hardy Hebridean breed

★ Relax on a leisurely cruise on Lake Windermere ★ Visit the fascinating Lakeland Motor Museum ★ Enjoy a vintage train journey through the picturesque Leven Valley ★ Indulge in afternoon tea at the historic Leighton Hall plus the opportunity to see the Birds of Prey Display

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NEW TOUR

B ygone T imes of B letchley & B eyond

Q ueen of S cots & E dinburgh

9 DAYS From £2290

5 DAYS From £679

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DEPARTS

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Thursday 5 June, 17 July & 28 August 2025

Tuesday 3 June & 14 October 2025

★ Steam on the famous “Harry Potter” Jacobite train to Mallaig ★ See the Bonnie Prince Charlie monument at the head of Loch Shiel ★ Cross the magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct ★ Take in the lovely scenery through the Great Glen alongside Loch Ness ★ Steam on the nostalgic Strathspey Steam Railway ★ Visit the remarkable Ballindalloch Castle & Gardens

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Learn of the complex methods and machines used by Codebreakers ★ Tour the remarkable Imperial War Museum Duxford ★ Explore the largest collection of historic aircraft in Europe

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Journey by train on the stunning West Highland Line ★ Take a cruise on Loch Katrine aboard the ‘Lady of the Lake’ ★ Experience the “Great Railway Journey of the World” to Kyle of Lochalsh ★ Indulge in a tour and tasting at a local whisky distillery

★ Discover the fascinating Military Intelligence Museum ★ Journey through the development of aviation design at the Shuttleworth Collection ★ Uncover the extraordinary secrets of Bletchley Park on a guided tour

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T imeless I sle of M an A dventurer

W elsh W hisky , M ines , M int & S team

6 DAYS From £890

8 DAYS From £1229

DEPARTS Monday 9 June & 28 July 2025

ACTIVITY LEVEL

DEPARTS Monday 16 June & 11 August 2025

ACTIVITY LEVEL

★ Explore Peel Castle and the mythological Manannan Museum ★ Learn the story of WW1 Knockaloe Camp ★ Ride behind steam on the magnificent Isle of Man Railway ★ Visit Castle Rushen, a beautifully preserved medieval fortress ★ Explore the fascinating Old House of Keys ★ Step back in time at the historic Cregneash

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Explore the historic town of Chepstow ★ Journey on the Forest of Dean Railway ★ Marvel at reservoirs and mountains on the Brecon Mountain Railway ★ Sample Welsh whisky at the award winning Penderyn Distillery

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Discover the captivating heritage of this independent isle ★ Journey on the unique Manx Electric Railway ★ Marvel at spectacular views from the Snaefell Mountain Railway ★ Visit the iconic Great Wheel of Laxey

★ Explore the capital city of Cardiff ★ Enjoy a guided tour of the Royal Mint Experience ★ Visit St Fagans National History Museum ★ Discover the history of Welsh coal mining at the Rhondda Heritage Park

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H eart of W ales & T he B recon B eacons

R omantic H ighlander

5 DAYS From £1309

5 DAYS From £725

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Thursday 19 June & 11 September 2025

Tuesday 24 June & 9 September 2025

★ Cross the magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct ★ Take the fabulous Highland Line climbing through the Cairngorms ★ Steam on the nostalgic Strathspey Steam Railway ★ Experience the “Great Railway Journey of the World” to Kyle of Lochalsh ★ Free time to explore Inverness, the capital of the Highlands

★ Steam on the Vale of Rheidol Railway, one of the Great Little Trains of Wales ★ Visit Aberystwyth & Devil’s Bridge ★ Discover the historic market town of Abergavenny ★ Explore the grand Cyfarthfa Castle ★ Marvel at reservoirs and mountains on the Brecon Mountain Railway

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Marvel at spectacular Highlands Mountain scenery ★ Steam on the famous “Harry Potter” Jacobite train to Mallaig ★ See the Bonnie Prince Charlie monument at the head of Loch Shiel

★ Travel along the picturesque Heart of Wales Line ★ Visit the magnificent Aberglasney Gardens ★ Experience the Talyllyn Railway, the original preserved railway

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NEW TOUR

S pirit of T he R ibble V alley

W est C ountry S team

6 DAYS From £925

5 DAYS From £665

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Tuesday 24 June & 7 October 2025

Wednesday 25 June 2025

★ Take in a circular cruise viewing sights from the majestic River Dart ★ Journey on the delightful West Somerset Railway ★ Experience the world’s highest and steepest water powered funicular ★ Ride behind steam on the narrow gauge Lynton & Barnstaple Railway ★ Journey on the scenic South Devon Railway to Buckfastleigh

★ Explore the historic and haunted stately home of Samlesbury Hall ★ Indulge in a delicious cream tea ★ Experience an award-winning gin tasting with Batch Distillery ★ Enjoy free time in the vibrant city of Lancaster

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Steam nostalgia on the Bodmin & Wenford line ★ Travel on the Dartmouth Steam Railway along the beautiful English Riviera coastline ★ Enjoy free time to explore Dartmouth, an historic naval town

★ Visit the heart of the Ribble Valley – Clitheroe ★ Wander around the beautiful Walled Garden at Pendle Heritage Centre ★ Discover the historic Hoghton Tower with a fascinating guided tour

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NEW TOUR

G uernsey , J ersey , H erm & S ark

N orfolk S team

5 DAYS From £975

9 DAYS From £2059

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ACTIVITY LEVEL

Thursday 28 August 2025

Thursday 10 July & 18 September 2025

★ Steam on the picturesque Mid Norfolk Railway ★ Follow the meandering River Bure on the Bure Valley Railway ★ Explore the fantastic Bressingham Steam & Gardens ★ Experience the glorious sights, smells, and sounds of the steam age ★ Visit the fascinating Mid-Suffolk Light Railway

★ Take a guided coach tour of picturesque Guernsey ★ Visit the idyllic Herm Island, a pristine car-free haven ★ Enjoy a horse and carriage tour of the unique Isle of Sark ★ Discover Jersey and Guernsey at your own pace

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Enjoy the steam festival at North Norfolk Railway ★ Journey on the famous Poppy Line through coastal scenery ★ Ride the Wells & Walsingham Railway – the world’s smallest public railway

★ Enjoy a fascinating ‘Round Island’ tour of Jersey ★ Spot Jersey cows grazing in peaceful fields ★ Experience nostalgic island life in tranquil surroundings

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P icturesque P itlochry & T he E nchanted F orest

F estive H ighlands T artan & T aster

5 DAYS From £625

5 DAYS From £1059

DEPARTS Monday 20 October 2025

ACTIVITY LEVEL

DEPARTS Tuesday 2 December 2025

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★ Enjoy wonderful coastal scenery on the rail journey from Dundee to Montrose ★ Visit Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre, Britain’s first military airfield ★ Admire stunning scenery from Perthshire’s iconic Queen’s View ★ Explore Glamis Castle, the childhood home of Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother ★ Sample a wee dram at Blair Athol Distillery

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS ★ Experience an unforgettable sound and light show at the spectacular Enchanted Forest ★ Discover the story of RRS Discovery and Captain Scott’s amazing Antarctic expedition ★ Stroll around Dundee’s redeveloped waterfront including the V&A Museum of Design

★ Cross the magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct ★ See the Bonnie Prince Charlie monument at the head of Loch Shiel ★ Enjoy a tour and tasting at the fascinating Ben Nevis Distillery ★ Indulge in delicious Scottish shortbread with a bubbly reception on arrival

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS ★ Experience the “Great Railway Journey of the World” to Kyle of Lochalsh ★ Explore the iconic Eilean Donan Castle ★ Journey by train on the stunning West Highland Line

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NEW TOUR

S tep into C hristmas in W indsor & O xford

D eck the H alls in C ounty D urham

4 DAYS From £500

5 DAYS From £1045

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Tuesday 2 December 2025

Monday 8 December 2025

★ Explore the world’s first railway town at Shildon ★ View the unique collection of railway vehicles at the Locomotion Museum ★ Enjoy free time in the historical city of Durham

★ Visit the wonderful Windsor Castle decorated for Christmas ★ Relax on a leisurely, round-trip cruise on the River Thames with a festive afternoon tea ★ Soak in the festive atmosphere at Waddesdon Manor Christmas Markets ★ Enjoy free time to explore Oxford, Windsor, and Bicester

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Experience Christmas from a bygone time at Beamish – The Living Museum of the North ★ Visit Auckland Castle festively decorated for Christmas ★ Discover the monumental Neapolitan Nativity at the Faith Museum

★ Learn about the fascinating city of Oxford with a guided walking tour ★ Climb to the top of St George’s Tower at Oxford Castle ★ Explore Oxford prison and the 900-year-old crypt

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NEW TOUR

S tratford F estive D elights

W inchester C hristmas C elebration

5 DAYS From £1190

5 DAYS From £985

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Tuesday 23 December 2025

★ Enjoy a wonderful high tea at The Clouds Café ★ Indulge in a delicious, traditional Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings ★ Explore historic Winchester on a guided walking tour

★ Indulge in a delicious, traditional Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings ★ Visit the festively decorated Warwick Castle ★ Stay in a beautiful countryside hotel with excellent spa facilities

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Discover the waterfront city of Portsmouth ★ Visit the iconic Spinnaker Tower with fantastic views

★ Explore historic Stratford, the birthplace of Shakespeare ★ Enjoy an opportunity to attend a local midnight mass

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NEW TOUR

T wixmas in D umfries & G alloway

C eltic R oyal N ew Y ear C elebration

4 DAYS From £739

4 DAYS From £585

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Tuesday 30 December 2025

Saturday 27 December 2025

★ Indulge in a tour and tasting at the Aber Falls Distillery ★ Relax in the hotel’s superb spa facilities ★ Enjoy free time to explore the beautiful town of Caernarfon

★ Discover the history of Henry Duncan at the Savings Museum ★ Indulge in a tour and tasting at the Annandale Distillery ★ Enjoy free time to explore the seaside town of Ayr

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Celebrate the New Year in style with a luxurious Gala Dinner ★ Explore the historic Caernarfon Castle

★ Visit the historic Globe Inn, Robert Burns’“favourite howff ” ★ Journey through the picturesque forests of Dumfries and Galloway

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S wiss W inter S now T rain A dventure

H arz M ountains W inter W onderland

7 DAYS From £1395

8 DAYS From £1889

DEPARTS

ACTIVITY LEVEL

Saturday 1 February, 22 February & 15 March 2025

Monday 10 February & 10 March 2025

★ Marvel at the panoramic views at the impressive summit of the Brocken ★ Travel to the beautiful half-timbered town of Quedlinburg, a former imperial capital ★ Steam on the narrow-gauge Selketalbahn Railway ★ Enjoy free time in the quaint Harz town of Wernigerode

★ Discover the wonderfully scenic journey to Interlaken and Grindelwald ★ Spend a day on the route of the Glacier Express ★ Stay in a beautiful lakeside hotel with outstanding leisure facilities and fabulous views ★ Explore Lucerne on your free day

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

★ Journey on the unique suspension monorail in Wuppertal ★ Enjoy a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Goslar ★ Experience an exhilarating steam hauled journey up the Brocken Mountain

★ Experience the Rigi Railway, Europe’s first mountain railway ★ Enjoy a breathtaking ride on the Titlis Rotair, the world’s first revolving cable car ★ Take the Voralpen Express to the pilgrimage site of Einsiedeln

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G reat G erman R ail A le T rail

D resden S team F estival & M ore 8 DAYS From £2159

9 DAYS From £2249

DEPARTS Wednesday 12 February & Sunday 4 May 2025 ACTIVITY LEVEL

DEPARTS Tuesday 8 April 2025

ACTIVITY LEVEL

★ Visit the home of bock beer in Einbeck ★ Discover historic Nuremberg on a guided tour ★ Tour the Fels Labyrinth of Altstadthof Brewery ★ Explore the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage city of Bamberg ★ Indulge in lunch at the world-famous Hofbräuhaus ★ Take a guided tour of Cologne and enjoy a farewell Kölsch beer tasting

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS ★ Enjoy a guided tour of Düsseldorf’s Altbier ★ Experience an exhilarating steam hauled journey up the Brocken Mountain ★ Marvel at the panoramic views at the summit of the Brocken ★ Take a guided walking tour of picturesque Wernigerode

★ Marvel at the unique spectacle of a parallel departure at Bertsdorf ★ Steam nostalgia on the oldest narrow-gauge railway to Kipsdorf ★ Journey back in time at the Dresden Transport Museum ★ Ride the historic Kirnitzschtalbahn tramway at Bad Schandau ★ Climb into the mountains on a scenic steam journey to Oberwiesenthal

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS ★ Experience the fantastic Dresden Steam Festival ★ Visit the fascinating Arnstadt Loco Shed ★ Explore Dresden and ride the unique suspended railway ★ Enjoy two charming narrow-gauge routes at Zittau

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