Take a longer rail holiday and discover more for less

Discover more with a Grand Tour by Train – the perfect way to explore Europe. Tick off major capitals of Europe, discover a country’s most popular cities and immerse yourself in vastly different regions of one country.

Book between 17 July and 25 September 2026, for departures between 1 October 2026 and 30 June 2027, and you’ll save £100 per person on selected Grand Tours and applicable tailor-made Grand Tour itineraries.

Even better, eligible Grand Tours also qualify for our free First Class rail upgrade, worth up to £250 per person. Together, the two promotions are worth savings of up to £350 per person on selected holidays.

Read more about our Free First Class Rail Upgrade.

What is a Grand Tour by Train?

A Grand Tour by Train is a longer, multi-destination rail holiday designed to help you experience a country or region in greater depth.

Typically lasting 21 days or more and featuring eight or more destination stops, these holidays are a way of really getting under the skin of a country. Rather than spending more time in one area, you’ll travel across an entire country, or even several countries, discovering how the scenery, architecture, history, culture, cuisine, traditions and local way of life change as you go.

Why choose a Grand Tour?

A Grand Tour gives you the chance to experience Europe in-depth in a way that’s simply not possible to achieve on a shorter holiday.

You’ll have time to explore a much wider range of destinations, visit famous cities alongside lesser-known gems and most importantly, slow the pace down and spend longer in the places that interest you most.

If you’re looking for a long rail holiday or a multi-destination train holiday, a Grand Tour offers one of the most rewarding ways to explore Europe.

Choose your Grand Tour

Have a look at our suggested holiday ideas or tailor make your own! 

Grand Tour of France

Travel from Strasbourg to Paris, discovering the many different faces of France along the way. Visit gastronomic Lyon and Cannes on the French Riviera, then explore Provence from Avignon, discover Carcassonne, sample the wines of Bordeaux and spend time in the château-studded Loire Valley from your base in Tours.

Read more about the Grand Tour of France.

Grand Rail Tour of Spain & Portugal

Experience the many different faces of the Iberian Peninsula, from Barcelona, Valencia and Madrid to the Andalucian cities of Córdoba and Seville, before crossing into Portugal to explore Faro & the Algarve, Lisbon and Porto. Return through Salamanca and San Sebastián, experiencing changing landscapes, cuisine and traditions throughout the journey.

Read more about the Grand Rail Tour of Spain & Portugal.

Grand Tour of Italy

Travel from Bolzano in the Italian Tyrol to Lake Como, taking in Venice, Rome, the Amalfi Coast, Sicily, Naples and Florence along the way. From mountain scenery and Renaissance cities to dramatic coastlines and lake-side resorts, this holiday allows you to experience the essential Italy. 

Read more about the Grand Tour of Italy.

Grand Train Tour of Switzerland

Experience every corner of Switzerland aboard some of the world’s most famous trains. Travel on the Golden Pass route, Glacier Express and Bernina Express, discover the mountain vistas of Interlaken, Zermatt and St Moritz, soak up the culture in Zurich, St Gallen and Basel, then relax by the lake in Montreux and Lucerne. 

Read more about the Grand Train Tour of Switzerland.

Grand Tour of Europe

Travel through nine European countries on one unforgettable rail holiday. Visit destinations including Amsterdam, Berlin, Kraków, Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Venice, Florence, Locarno, Basel and Paris, watching Europe gradually change as you cross borders entirely by train.

Read more about the Grand Tour of Europe.

Compare our Grand Tours

Grand Tours tailored to you

Every Grand Tour can be tailored to suit your interests, pace of travel and budget.

Our Travel Designers can adjust the route, add extra nights, include additional destinations or upgrade your hotels. If there’s somewhere you’ve always wanted to visit, we can often incorporate it into your itinerary. Equally, if you’d like to spend longer in a particular destination, we’ll build that into your holiday. Find out more about how to plan a tailor made holiday.

If you’d prefer to create your own long rail holiday, we can do that too. The £100 per person saving also applies to eligible tailor-made rail holidays lasting at least 21 days and including 10 or more destination stops. Speak to your Travel Designer to find out whether your itinerary qualifies.

Save up to £350 per person

Book a selected Grand Tour between 17 July and 25 September 2026 and you’ll receive a £100 per person saving.

Eligible holidays departing between 1 October 2026 and 30 June 2027 can also qualify for our free First Class rail upgrade, worth up to £250 per person.

Together, the two promotions are worth up to £350 per person on selected Grand Tours, making this the ideal time to book a longer rail holiday.

Read more about our Free First Class Rail Upgrade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Grand Tour by Train?

A Grand Tour is a longer, multi-destination rail holiday designed to help you experience a country or region in greater depth. Most last 21 days or more and include eight or more destination stops, giving you the opportunity to compare different landscapes, cultures and regional traditions.

Which Grand Tours are included in the £100 per person saving?

The saving applies to our published Grand Tours, with the exception of the Grand Tour of Ireland.

It also applies to eligible tailor-made rail holidays lasting at least 21 days, with 8 or more destinations and including 10 or more days of travel. Your Travel Designer will confirm whether your chosen itinerary qualifies.

Can I combine the £100 saving with the free First Class rail upgrade?

Yes. Eligible Grand Tours can benefit from both promotions.

The £100 per person Grand Tours saving can be combined with our free First Class rail upgrade, worth up to £250 per person, giving combined savings of up to £350 per person.

How long is a Grand Tour?

Our Grand Tours typically last 21 days or more, making them ideal for travellers who want to explore a country or region in greater depth than a traditional two-week holiday.

Can I create my own Grand Tour?

Yes. If you would prefer a completely bespoke itinerary, our Travel Designers can create a tailor-made rail holiday based on your own plans.

The £100 per person saving is also available on eligible tailor-made holidays lasting 21 days or more with 8 or more destination stops and 10 or more days of travel.

When do I need to book?

Book between 17 July and 25 September 2026, inclusive.

When can I travel?

Eligible holidays must depart between 1 October 2026 and 30 June 2027.

Start planning your Grand Tour

Whether you’re interested in exploring one country in depth or experiencing several European countries on one extended journey, our Grand Tours let you discover far more than a traditional rail holiday.

Book between 17 July and 25 September 2026 to save £100 per person on selected Grand Tours. Eligible holidays can also benefit from our free First Class rail upgrade, giving combined savings of up to £350 per person.

If you’d like something even more personal, our Travel Designers can also create a tailor-made Grand Tour built around your own ideas.

Get in touch now to start planning!

Terms and Conditions

• Save £100 per person on selected Grand Tours.
• Applies to new bookings made between 17 July and 25 September 2026, inclusive.
• Valid for eligible holidays departing between 1 October 2026 and 30 June 2027.
• The Grand Tour of Ireland is excluded from the promotion.
• The £100 per person saving also applies to eligible tailor-made rail holidays lasting at least 21 days, with 8 or more destinations and including 10 or more days of travel. Please check with your Travel Designer whether your tailor-made itinerary qualifies.
• Offer does not apply to non-European destinations or Ireland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Portugal (except our pre-set Grand Tour of Spain & Portugal), Romania or Turkey
• The promotion may be combined with the Free First Class Rail Upgrade, where applicable.
• First Class upgrades apply only to eligible rail journeys where First Class accommodation is available.
• Holidays do not include access to First Class lounges.
• First Class is not available on all rail services.
• All holidays and upgrades are subject to availability at the time of booking.