Here in the UK, we have a great range of rail holidays right on our doorstep. From the tip of Cornwall, through the Welsh mountains and the stunning Lake District up to the Scottish Highlands, the scenery of Britain is best enjoyed from a train window rather than a busy motorway. The rail network extends to small towns and villages across the country, and includes some evocative heritage railways, often using steam locomotives. Top highlights include the Heart of Wales line, Cambrian Coast Line in west Wales, roaring through the Lake District on the way to Scotland and of course the West Highland Line.
Beat the traffic on the A303 or M5 with a smooth rail journey to the south west of England. Take the train to Devon and experience a bygone era on the South Devon Steam Railway, and then take in three of Cornwall’s most charming coastal towns - Looe, Falmouth and Penzance.
Take to the rails of Wales on this 9-day itinerary taking you through some of the country's most scenic rail lines and heritage railways. Enjoy the Heart of Wales line, Welsh Highland Line, Snowdon Mountain Railway and the wonderful Ffestiniog Railway.
Enjoy a breathtaking rail journey through Scotland including the famous West Highland Line and Highland Railway. You'll also visit the Isle of Skye and Loch Ness with stays in Edinburgh, Inverness, Fort William and Glasgow.
Enjoy a stunning introduction to the wild western half of Scotland aboard one of the world's most luxurious trains. Your journey takes you via Loch Lomond, Ben Nevis, the Morar Sands, the Glenfinnan Monument and the Isle of Bute, with exclusive off-train experiences, gourmet dining and traditional entertainment.
Travel through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Highlands aboard the iconic Belmond Royal Scotsman. During your journey, you'll have private castle tours, a visit to Rothiemurchus Estate in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, and a seal watching boat trip along with options for golf, country pursuits and whiskey tasting.
Travelling by train around Scotland is one of the most spectacular ways to see the country. We look at some of the most famous and picturesque that the country has to offer.
