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Value for money is important for us, that's why we have the most memorable excursions, stay in the most comfortable hotels and travel on the most convenient trains.

Why travel with us

We have over 30 years in the rail holiday industry and we've built up quite a level of expertise in that time, no one offers the wealth of options and fantastic quality that we do.

Tour Manager

All of our tours are accompanied by an experienced Tour Manager who will ensure that all the ins and outs are completely taken care of.

Popular Train Tours

Grand Tour of ChinaGrand Tour of China
Take a whirlwind adventure through China’s ancient and modern wondersfrom £2,195 per person View tour details
Lake Garda All InclusiveLake Garda All Inclusive
Fantastic scenery, and spectacular Venice and Veronafrom £1,460 per person View tour details
Yorkshire by Steam (Based in Harrogate)Yorkshire by Steam (Based in Harrogate)
Discover the natural beauty of Northern Englandfrom £390 per person View tour details
Jungfrau Express All InclusiveJungfrau Express All Inclusive
Alpine beauty, village charm and mountain railwaysfrom £1,510 per person View tour details

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Escorted rail tours with Rail Discoveries

Travel the world by train with Rail Discoveries. Whether you want to wander through the bamboo forests of southern Japan or crest soaring Alpine summits, our 40 years' experience means there's always somewhere new to explore. 

Whether you are planning a holiday in the UK, mainland Europe or further afield, a Rail Discoveries escorted tour offers you a superb way to experience some of the world's most beautiful destinations.

You can watch the wonderful and ever-changing scenery glide past; after all, rail journeys often go where no other form of transport can. When you arrive at your destination, you'll be in the perfect frame of mind for all the discoveries that await you. 

All of our tours are accompanied by an experienced Tour Manager to take care of the details for you.

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Have had several holidays with Rail Discoveries, they are always so friendly and helpful with nothing too much trouble. I
Mr M Hall - 15 days ago
Good tours with usually a lot of railway
I have had several tours previously with them, and they have always been very efficient with good hotels, guides and
Mr K Waddington - 21 days ago
Bavaria Trip
Although we have not yet been on our holiday the booking process was simple and the Customer Service excellent. My queries
Mrs J Elrick - 23 days ago
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Very efficient and most helpful whenever I had a query regarding the holiday .
Mrs E Edwards - 24 days ago
Trouble free booking.
Very easy to book over the telephone. Person I talked to was very helpful. It’s the first time we are going on this type of
Mr M Hunt - 28 days ago
A well organised tour.
We have traveled with them before and always found everything you be well organised, good hotels and a good choice of trips.
Mrs J Hogben - 29 days ago
Five star customer experience
All very helpful, in person and online. The friend I am travelling with and I have both now done several tours with you and
Mrs E Hennessy - 32 days ago
Norwich
Excellent service and helpful staff, answered all questions relevant to break
Mr J Lenman - 33 days ago
Excellent customer service
Both the exceptional help I have had when I phoned for information and the travel pack I have received in advance of my trip
Mrs B Gold - 36 days ago
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