Review of the Year 2024
20/12/2024 · By Dave Riley, CEO
From all of us at Great Rail Journeys, we wish you a wonderful festive period. Take a look back at 2024 and get a glimpse at our new holidays for 2025.
Read moreWelcome to the new home for Rail Discoveries. Here at Great Rail Journeys, we are marking a significant milestone as we merge our two sister brands. All the same great tours are exclusively available here on our Great Rail Journeys website and will be called our Discoveries collection.
Our commitment to delivering exceptional travel experiences is stronger than ever and we see this as an exciting new chapter. The knowledgeable Tour Managers, award-winning Customer Service team and transportation services you've come to trust with Rail Discoveries will continue seamlessly.
Glorious beaches, flamenco dancing, mouthwatering tapas and refreshing wines are just the tip of the iceberg in Spain and Portugal. Look a little closer and you'll see a different side to this crowd-pleasing destination. Step back in time as we explore the Moorish architecture in Catalonia, and explore the Duoro Valley of Portugal via beautiful rail journeys. Discover a new favourite dish in a rustic tavern, and gaze across the striking Pyrenees from scenic railways. Let Great Rail Journeys and Rail Discoveries introduce you to a sun-kissed land that is bursting with passion, culture, history and natural beauty on a fabulous escorted rail tour of Spain.
As always, our expert team in York is on hand, whether that is a tour you have booked, deciding on your next holiday with us or any other questions you may have.
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From the charming seaside town of Roses, discover the glistening Catalan coast and ride into the Pyrenees, taking in the stunning scenery of France and Spain on this relaxing holiday. Experience the delightful Núria Valley Rack Railway on a journey through a peaceful valley and ride the Little Red Train from Rivesaltes to Axat in France's...
Soak up the rich history, laid-back culture and beautiful landscapes in Portugal. Discover the vibrant city of Lisbon, with its stunning viewpoints, old castle and fabulous squares. Experience the awe-inspiring palaces of Sintra, explore the colourful harbour city of Porto and travel by rail into the terraced vineyards of the breathtaking Douro...
Explore the beautiful Basque coast of Spain and France from the seaside town of Hondarribia, visiting coastal fishing towns and stylish cities, discovering the cuisine, art and culture of this fascinating region, and riding the Petit Train de La Rhune with its panoramic views across the Atlantic Ocean and the Pyrenees. This holiday is based in...
Experience the highlights of Andalucía on this spectacular holiday to the region's three main cities. With a local guide we tour the vibrant city of Seville - seeing the world's largest Gothic cathedral, and the Plaza de España. In Córdoba, we see the exterior of the glorious Mezquita, a unique mosque-cathedral, with free time to look around the...