Take the train from London to the shores of Lake Lugano on this relaxing holiday. Lugano is the perfect base to explore destinations around the lake and the wider region of Ticino. You'll break your outbound journey in Basel on the Franco-Swiss border and stop for a night in Dijon en route home.

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.

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!

Travel by rail via Bordeaux and the Pyrenees to San Sebastian and then follow the famous route of pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, with fascinating stops en route in Burgos and Leon.