Friday, May 11, 2018

Remarkable rail journeys

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Let the train take the strain...

 
 
  Inspired by the travel team's railway special, we pick our favourite classic tours including historic rail journeys. Plus, there's still time to plan a great value cottage break for the bank holiday and half term whether you want to head to the coast or the country.  
 
 
   
 
 
 
 

Scenes from the carriage...

18 of the world's best rail journeys

 
Rachel Dixon explores some of the world's most spectacular views, best enjoyed from a train window.
 
 
 
 
  

Scottish Highland Railways

4 night tours from £489pp

 
Explore the Highlands on three spectacular train journeys including the beautiful route from Fort William to Mallaig.
 
 
 
 
  

Historic Railways of the Isle of Man

4 night tours from £499pp

 
Journey on narrow gauge lines by steam and electricity on this fascinating exploration of the island’s heritage railways.
 
 
 
 
 

Little Trains of the Pyrenees

5 night tours from £689pp

 
Wind your way through the wonderful Pyrenean countryside on three remarkable rail journeys.
 
 
 
 
 

Experts’ and readers’ tips

The Man in Seat 61’s favourite rail journeys

 
Mark Smith asks the train expert to pick his top five rides from around the world.
 
 
 
 
 

Lake Como, St Moritz & the Bernina Express – save up to £100pp

7 night tours from £749pp

 
Combine a elegant lakeside escape with a rail journey through stunning alpine scenery to chic St Moritz.
 
 
 
 
The best of the UK seaside  

The best of the UK seaside

Nostalgia, beaches and ice-cream

 
Inspired by the sunshine? 12 authors and locals choose their favourite spots on the UK coast.
 
 
 
 
 

Coastal cottages

Save over £165 on May bank holiday breaks*

 
With thousands to choose from discover your perfect retreat on the coast, in the countryside or even in the city.
 
 
 

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