Christmas Market Break to Nuremberg & Salzburg

Christkindlesmarkt - © Uli KowatschMultiple dates

“Every detail covered and more. As always, Jenene has provided a faultless service & thanks to her the holiday ran very smoothly without a hitch. She always goes that extra mile to provide extra useful information, thank you.”

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Europe Wide

Prague - © Bob CableMultiple dates

Mr & Mrs Godsave from North Wales spent 25 days exploring Europe and some of its vibrant cities. Ffestiniog Travel organised standard class Eurostar return journeys and issued the couple with a standard class global pass for travel throughout Europe. We arranged their Glacier Express reservations as well as organising accommodation in 3-4* city centre hotels on a bed and breakfast basis so they could make the most of their time city sightseeing. We can include further reservations if you prefer.

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Madrid to Gibraltar

Bridge at Cordoba - © Tatiana Popova/Shutterstock.comMultiple dates

Series 2, Episode 1 Great Continental Railway Journeys. The second series of BBC's Great Continental Rail Journeys programmes began with Michael Portillo embracing the beauty of Spain by travelling by from Madrid to Gibraltar train with stops in Cordoba, Seville, Jerez de la Frontera and Ronda en route. You have the option of travelling to Madrid by plane or train!

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Milan, Florence & Venice

FlorenceMultiple dates

A little shopping in Milan followed by some art appreciation in Florence and finishing with three relaxing days in beautiful Venice – travelling by rail makes this an ideal way to see Italy. Sightseeing tours and visits can be arranged in advance.

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Florence and Lake Garda

Lake GardaMultiple dates

There is so much beauty in Italy and this tour combines Italy's art capital of Florence with the stunning natural splendour of Lake Garda. Sightseeing tours and visits can be arranged in advance.

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Leipzig, Vienna & Munich

Mendolssohn Museum in Leipzig - © Dreßel, ChristophMultiple dates

The sound of music resonates through the streets of Leipzig, Vienna and Munich - all of which are leading European locations for classical music concerts. Indulge yourself by taking the train and exploring the music and culture of these three cities. Plan your tour around concerts you wish to attend. This itinerary illustrates what is possible and can be adapted. Sightseeing tours, visits and concert tickets can be arranged in advance.

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Barcelona, Seville & Madrid

Passion Facade showing Pontius Pilate, Segrada Familia, Barcelona - © Manon DaviesMultiple dates

Travel by plane and train to enjoy the cosmopolitan culture of three of Spain's popular cities whilst sitting back and delighting in the Spanish landscape in between. Sightseeing tours and visits can be arranged in advance.

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Swiss and Italian Alps

Beautiful summer's day at Ospitale di Cadore - © George BrownMultiple dates

This Tailored Rail tour was first offered to coincide with the Centenary of the scenic Ponte nelle Alpi railway line in the Dolomites. This area is beautiful both in winter and throughout the year.

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Railways and Lakes

View from Alp Gruem (Bernina Pass) southwards to the Val Poschiavo - © Switzerland Tourism - BAFU, swiss-image.ch/Renato BagattiniMultiple dates

Switzerland is famous for its breath-taking mountains and lakes and this tour will ensure you experience them first hand on scenic rail journeys and with use of your Swiss Pass. Sightseeing tours and visits can be arranged in advance.

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Classic Switzerland by Rail

Railways in the Jungfrau region - © Switzerland TourismMultiple dates

Mr & Mrs Coane commented: “All ran very smoothly, thanks to your efficiency and helpfulness.”

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Why Choose Ffestiniog Travel?

  • UK's first rail tour operator to run an overseas escorted rail holiday in 1974
  • Created for people who love rail holidays and exploring the world’s heritage railways
  • Dedicated rail holiday specialist - great destinations, sightseeing and unparalleled railway content
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  • Knowledge of the world’s rail routes makes us leading specialists in escorted and Tailor Made rail holidays
  • Over 60% of our existing rail tour travellers return to holiday with us year after year
  • Committed to supporting rail travel and heritage railways around the world
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