The Alps and More
Multiple dates
A selection of wonderfully scenic rail journeys in Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Austria together with visits to steam hauled tourist lines and free time in Vienna, makes this a holiday to suit all tastes.
The Black Forest to Hannover
Multiple dates
Series 4, Episode 5, Great Continental Rail Journeys. Michael Portillo discovers how the story of Hansel and Gretel helped unify the nation and how the nation’s manufacturing reputation was shaped in the early 18th Century.
The Blue Train – South Africa
Multiple dates
The Blue Train traverses South Africa, travelling through breath-taking scenery. Kings and presidents have travelled aboard and been indulged by the opulence of this magnificent, five-star “hotel-on-wheels”. You too can travel like royalty and celebrities and experience spectacular luxury and an unforgettable train journey.
Train Across Norway’s Arctic Circle
Multiple dates
Spend a week taking in the amazing landscapes of Norway as you travel by train through valleys and mountains towards the Arctic Circle, with time to enjoy some Norwegian city culture and history too.
Transylvania to the Black Sea
Multiple dates
Series 5, Episode 1, Great Continental Rail Journeys. With Bradshaw's 1913 Continental Railway Guide in hand, Michael Portillo ventures east through Romania. He encounters a bloodsucking vampire in Transylvania and brown bears in the Carpathian forest before visiting a fairy tale castle with modern conveniences in Sinaia, striking oil in Ploeşti, tapping into the nation's musical soul in Bucharest and loading cargo from a 100-foot crane in Constanta.
US Fly/Rail Holiday – Boston - New York - Washington, DC
Multiple dates
A great way to visit America’s Eastern Seaboard cities of Boston, New York and Washington, DC in one quick trip. After crossing the Atlantic no further flights will be required for you to enjoy the culture, history and buzz of these very different cities. Simply catch the train, sit back and enjoy the view as you are transported to each railway station conveniently situated in the heart of the cities.
Venice-Simplon Orient Express London to Venice
Multiple dates
Journey on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from London for a luxurious overnight trip to Venice, where you arrive late afternoon the next day. The classic itinerary, your time on board will be wrapped in timeless romance. From the vintage carriages and liveried stewards to the refined cuisine and fine wines, each moment is sure to become a treasured memory.
Vienna by Night Train
Depart Any Thursday
Following the introduction of the new Nightjet rail service from Paris to Vienna why not treat yourself to a long weekend enjoying the French and the Austrian capitals? No flights required, simply pop onto Eurostar, enjoy an overnight stay in Paris before crossing Europe overnight to reach Vienna. Re-visit the nostalgic days of sleeper train travel across the Continent.
Vienna to Trieste
Multiple dates
Series 4, Episode 2, Great Continental Rail Journeys. In this episode Michael Portillo travels the route of the Trans Alpine railway which was constructed for the Austro Hungarian Empire to link the capital Vienna with a sea port at Trieste.
Warsaw to Krakow
Multiple dates
Series 3, Episode 3 Great Continental Railway Journeys. We follow Portillo deep into central Europe to explore a country where east meets west: Poland. A 6-day rail journey that allows plenty of time to sample the elegant and artistic atmosphere of Warsaw, Lodz, Poznan and Krakow.
