1.800.557.2841
Book AIR plus 1.800.557.2841
Check out our Flexible Booking Conditions and our Book with Confidence Commitment - Click Here
Specials Trip Finder Brochures Menu
UK & Europe

UK & Europe: Rail Travel Ideas

  • Images of Trains
  • Viaduct crossing, Switzerland

Rail travel in Europe is easy, efficient, and often very logical. Intercity travel can be way faster than flying. For more information, please visit European Rail (for Rail Passes, Trains, etc.). Below are some ideas to consider. Let us help you make the right choices.

Rail Travel Ideas

  • Switzerland Discovery: Lucerne & Interlaken

    MODERATE | TAILOR-MADE: Experience the thrill of exceptional panoramic views from the peaks of some of Switzerland's tallest mountains. Enjoy stays in the beautiful cities of Lucerne and Interlaken; explore the part of the area using scenic train rides and aerial cable cars.
    Duration:
    5 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 979
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Switzerland See Trip Details

  • Deluxe Switzerland: Sils-Maria, Bern, Zermatt & More

    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: This first class luxury Switzerland tour takes you to many of the country’s most beloved and picturesque destinations, including St Moritz, Bern, and Zermatt, home to the iconic Matterhorn, all while enjoying some of the worlds most scenic rail routes.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,637
    Trip Type:
    Luxury and Beyond, Private Experiences, Rail Travel Ideas, Romance & Honeymoon
    Switzerland See Trip Details

  • Grand Train Tour of Switzerland: Montreux, Zermatt, St. Moritz & More

    FIRST-CLASS | RAIL: Ride the rails of Switzerland to take in its alpine splendor. Travelling across the entire country, you’ll journey along some of the world’s most famous train routes and enjoy alpine views of the Matterhorn and Lake Geneva as you travel between Zurich and Lake Lucerne.
    Duration:
    8 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,819
    Trip Type:
    Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Switzerland See Trip Details

  • Switzerland's Most Famous Mountain Peaks: Jungfraujoch, Matterhorn, Gornergrat & More

    MODERATE | RAIL: Many of Switzerland’s most awe-inspiring and best known mountains are located close to the towns of Interlaken and Zermatt, in themselves, attractive resorts in which to spend time. Enjoy train rides and panoramic views of the central Swiss Alps.
    Duration:
    5 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,223
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Switzerland See Trip Details

  • All Ireland Rail and Coach Tour: Killarney, Galway & Dublin

    FIRST-CLASS | RAIL: What better way to see the Emerald Isle than by rail? This Ireland tour takes you to many of the country’s most famous sights, all with comfortable accommodation and reserved rail seats. To explore the many sights and attractions off the tracks, you'll travel with like-minded guests aboard a comfortable coach vehicle.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,636
    Trip Type:
    Escorted Coach Touring, Rail Travel Ideas
    Ireland See Trip Details

  • London to Venice Signature with Belmond Simplon Orient Express

    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Escape to London and Venice for a luxury stay in some of the world’s most famous cities, connecting between the two cities aboard the Belmond Venice Simplon Orient Express. Stay in deluxe hotels and enjoy private walking tours that’ll showcase historical landmarks like Buckingham Palace and St. Mark’s Square.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 6,670
    Trip Type:
    Luxury and Beyond, Private Experiences, Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    England See Trip Details

  • Tsars Gold Trans-Siberian Railway: From Moscow to Beijing

    DELUXE | RAIL: Travel the legendary Trans-Siberian Railroad through Russia, Mongolia and China in comfort. See dramatic changes of scenery as you traverse both Europe and Asia on our private train. It's time to check one off the bucket list.
    Duration:
    16 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 9,240
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Luxury and Beyond, Multi Country Vacation Ideas, Rail Travel Ideas
    Russia See Trip Details

  • A Taste of Ireland with Belmond Grand Hibernian

    DELUXE | RAIL: Embark on a luxury train journey across Ireland and Northern Ireland. Get acquainted with Dublin with a stay in a deluxe hotel before boarding the luxurious Belmond Grand Hibernian and travelling to Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, as well as Dundalk and Waterford. Each night, return to the train for fine dining and pampering accommodations.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 5,549
    Trip Type:
    Luxury and Beyond, Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Ireland See Trip Details

  • Grand Tour of Ireland with Belmond Grand Hibernian

    DELUXE | RAIL: Embark on a luxury train journey across Ireland. Get acquainted with Dublin with a stay in a deluxe hotel before boarding the luxurious Belmond Grand Hibernian and travelling to some of Ireland’s most famous landmarks, including Blarney Castle and Galway, as well as Belfast in Northern Ireland. Each night, return to the train for fine dining and pampering accommodations.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 12,553
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Luxury and Beyond, Rail Travel Ideas
    Ireland See Trip Details

  • Christmas Markets in Three Countries: Basel, Freiburg & Colmar

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Celebrate the holidays with a trip to three iconic Christmas markets in three different countries of Western Europe. Heading to Basel, Freiburg, and Colmar, you’ll savour Christmas treats and explore medieval old towns as you get into the holiday spirit in Switzerland, Germany, and France.
    Duration:
    4 Days
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Family Vacations, Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Switzerland See Trip Details

  • Classic Moscow to St Petersburg by High Speed Train

    Explore the great monuments and mysteries of Moscow before spending three nights in beautiful Saint Petersburg, Russia’s most European city.
    Duration:
    6 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 841
    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Rail Travel Ideas, Stopovers/City Breaks, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Russia See Trip Details

  • Classic St Petersburg to Moscow by High Speed Train

    Explore the cultural capitals of enigmatic Russia. Spend three nights in beautiful Saint Petersburg, Russia’s most European city, before exploring the great monuments and mysteries of Moscow.
    Duration:
    6 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 803
    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Rail Travel Ideas, Stopovers/City Breaks, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Russia See Trip Details

  • Explore Germany's Christmas Markets: Berlin to Munich

    Venture to Germany’s most popular cities during the heart of the Christmas season. Travelling to Berlin, Dresden, Nuremberg, and Munich, you’ll explore historic old towns, tour castles and palaces, and visit the world’s most-famous Christmas markets to get in the spirit of the season.
    Duration:
    11 Days
    Prices:
    On request
    Trip Type:
    Rail Travel Ideas, Specialty Groups & Events
    Germany See Trip Details

  • Legends & Loughs with Belmond Grand Hibernian: Dublin to Dublin

    Explore Ireland in style with this luxurious train journey to the nation’s most popular cities. Aboard the Belmond Grand Hibernian, you’ll spend a few days in Dublin before venturing across the country to see Cork, Blarney Castle, and the Cliffs of Moher. Each night, return to the train for fine dining and pampering accommodations.
    Duration:
    9 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 8,842
    Trip Type:
    Rail Travel Ideas
    Ireland See Trip Details

  • Magic Cities of Southern Germany by Train

    Embark on an enchanting journey through the south of Germany. Visit Nuremberg with its historical treasures and vibrant Munich, which charms with its friendly citizens and gorgeous architecture. Admire the fairy tale castle of Neuschwanstein and learn about Germany’s automotive industry in Stuttgart.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,916
    Trip Type:
    Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Germany See Trip Details

  • Magic Cities of the North & East of Germany by Train

    Discover the rich history and culture of some of Germany’s most famous cities on this trip through the north and east of the country. Travelling by train, you’ll start in Frankfurt and work your way across the nation with stopovers in Cologne, Hamburg, Berlin, and Dresden to explore their legendary highlights.
    Duration:
    7 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,014
    Trip Type:
    Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Germany See Trip Details

  • Swiss Mountains & Golden Pass Line: Zurich to Zurich

    Enjoy breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps and explore enchanting towns on this journey through Switzerland. Heading from Zurich to Lucerne, Interlaken, and Monteux, you’ll explore picturesque resort towns, ascend towering mountains, and ride along one of the most famous rail lines in the world.
    Duration:
    6 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,257
    Trip Type:
    Rail Travel Ideas
    Switzerland See Trip Details

  • Switzerland by Glacier Express 3 Days: Zurich to Zurich

    Ride the Glacier Express to journey between two gorgeous alpine resorts in the Swiss Alps, St. Moritz and Zermatt. Peer out of the panoramic windows to admire the breathtaking landscape of mountains and forests, and explore the picturesque centres of these charming resort towns.
    Duration:
    3 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,118
    Trip Type:
    Rail Travel Ideas
    Switzerland See Trip Details

  • Switzerland by Glacier Express 5 Days: Zurich to Zurich

    Board the Glacier Express for an unforgettable train ride through the picturesque Swiss Alps. On this journey, you’ll travel from dazzling St. Moritz to sophisticated Zermatt, enjoy a stay in magical Interlaken, and visit Jungfrau, the highest train station in Europe and one of the main summits of the Bernese Alps.
    Duration:
    5 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,826
    Trip Type:
    Rail Travel Ideas
    Switzerland See Trip Details

  • The Royal Atlantic Ireland Tour by Rail & Coach: Dublin to Dublin

    Uncover Cork, the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher, and the Aran Islands on this superb Ireland tour that mixes train and coach travel, letting you experience the country at its finest.
    Duration:
    5 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 1,214
    Trip Type:
    Escorted Coach Touring, Rail Travel Ideas
    Ireland See Trip Details

  • Tsar's Gold Train: Trans Siberian Rail: Beijing to Moscow

    Travel the legendary Trans Siberian Railroad through Russia, Mongolia and China in comfort. See dramatic changes of scenery as you traverse both Europe and Asia on our Private Train.
    Duration:
    15 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 9,020
    Trip Type:
    Multi Country Vacation Ideas, Rail Travel Ideas
    China See Trip Details

  • Venice Simplon Orient Express: Venice to London

    Indulge yourself and enjoy the excitement of a 2 day luxury train journey on the historic Orient Express with a brief stop in Paris en route. Gourmet meals, outstanding on board service and comfortable sleeping accommodation all add up to an experience extraordinaire!
    Duration:
    2 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 3,296
    Trip Type:
    Luxury and Beyond, Rail Travel Ideas, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
    Italy See Trip Details
Trip Finder

What our travelers say

Trustpilot

Goway Toolkit

Need help planning your holiday? Our toolkit is a great place to get started.

Request Brochure