Embark on a journey by rail and sea to the ancient city of Athens. Travel by rail to Turin and then continue south through Italy to Bari. From here, take an overnight ferry to Patras and then a private transfer to the Greek capital, with a stop en route at the Corinth Canal.

Travel across the European continent via Cologne, Munich, Budapest, Bucharest and Sofia before taking in the sights, smells and sounds of Istanbul, the city where east meets west. Part of our Seat61 recommended holiday's collection.

Go back in time to the 1920s and solve a puzzling murder, all whilst enjoying a fabulous five-course lunch and savouring the atmosphere aboard the Belmond British Pullman. This is a luxurious day trip to remember!

Take the train to Cologne and then down the Rhine Valley to Lindau at beautiful Lake Constance. Continue through the stunning Arlberg Pass high in the Alps and across the length of Austria all the way to Vienna. At the end of your rail adventure, catch a sleeper back to Cologne.