Full Steam Ahead in Germany
October 2020 marks 30 years since East and West Germany were reunited, an historic moment that brought with it access to some of the world’s most remarkable narrow gauge steam…
Llongyfarchiadau to Prince Charles
July 1 marks the 50th anniversary of the investiture of HRH The Prince of Wales at spectacular Caernarfon Castle. Much has changed in the world since, but the beauty of…
Take the Great West Way this Summer
Stretching 125 miles from London and Bristol, the Great West Way, is a touring route devised to enable travellers to visit some of Britain’s great iconic sites and many lesser-known…
Ride the Glacier Express in Excellence Class
The Glacier Express has long been considered one of the world’s great train journeys but now, in its first summer season, the introduction of Excellence Class has placed it firmly…
Visit the The Golden Triangle and Ranthambore
Summer holidays are all very well, but nothing guarantees a warm glow more than having an autumn escape in the diary. Tick India’s Golden Triangle off the bucket list on…
The Grand Arctic – Summer in Scandinavia
Travel beyond the Arctic Circle to the Land of the Midnight Sun on this delightful Scandinavian summer escape. As well as ample time to explore the cities of Bergen, Oslo,…
Visit Breathtaking Wales by Steam Train
2019 marks 200 years since the death of James Watt, who’s often considered the true inventor of the steam engine. After attempting to repair a Newcomen steam train engine, Watt…
Behind the Scenes in Salzburgerland
Aimed at the rail connoisseur, this ten-day holiday has the beautiful city of Salzburg as its base. Explore its castles, palaces and UNESCO-listed old town and enjoy daily escorted excursions…
Eurostar Upgrade Your Way to Bruges
Kirker offers three nights for the price of two at the 18th century The Pand, close to the Market Square in Bruges, Belgium. The price is from £569 pp (two sharing), including…
Behind the Steam Scenes in North Wales
For railway connoisseurs, there can be few experiences more alluring than the chance to enjoy sights not normally seen by the average passenger. This two-week, ‘access…
McKinlay Kidd Launches 5 Small Group Rail Tours
From ancient civilisations in Orkney to a steam train trip on the Jacobite, and from lavish castles to historic whisky distilleries, McKinlay Kidd’s new itineraries promise…
Celebrate Scottish Railways on Burns Night
Great Rail Journeys, the UK’s leading escorted group rail tour operator, has released their top five Scottish tours in celebration of Burns Night. Burns Night, or Burns Supper, is held…
