
Railway Holidays
Escorted rail tours from Brightwater Holidays
If you’re looking for a rail holiday, we have a fabulous collection available to choose from. Journey by steam or standard train through stunning scenery in destinations as diverse as Scotland and Switzerland, or Italy and India. Due to the continued popularity of our existing railway holidays, we have expanded our portfolio and are delighted to present our full range, which can take you on the opulent Maharajas’ Express, Belmond Royal Scotsman, Glacier Express and more. So, take a look at our biggest-ever selection of escorted rail tours and slow down a little on your next holiday.

While rail is a central theme to each of the holidays, it features in different ways so you can take your pick depending on what it is you’re looking for. For example, some of these trips are no-fly, meaning you will travel to and from your destination by rail, Eurostar train more precisely, ideal for those who don’t want a lengthy airport experience. Other itineraries will include memorable rail experiences, such as a chance to ride the Jacobite steam train over the legendary Glenfinnan Viaduct in Scotland or an opportunity to board the iconic Maharajas’ Express in India, and then there are holidays where the journey is the most anticipated element, such as our Glacier Express tour.
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7 days
16 June 2023
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19 June 2023
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22 June 2023
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13 July 2023
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15 September 2023
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3 October 2023
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10 February 2024
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23 February 2024