Harz Explorer

Brocken Railway Train at Drei Annen  Hohne Station - © Robert CuttsSaturday 31 May to Friday 6 June 2025

Our escorted tours to the world famous Harzer Schmalspurbahnen (HSB) never fail to attract plenty of attention. With daily steam trains and over 140km of narrow gauge line to explore the HSB is a delight and one not to be missed. We include three full unlimited days travelling on the railway.

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Wines of Southern Romania

Small family winery, Apoldu de Sus, Romania - © Ramona CazacuTuesday 24 June to Saturday 5 July 2025

Did you know that Romania is one of the top 20 wine producers worldwide and the 6th largest in Europe? The country is home to more than 250 wine cellars. This tour explores the historic cities of Timişoara, Sibiu, Braşov, the beautiful Danube Gorge, scenic Oltenia and enjoys 5 wine tastings in rural surroundings.

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Switzerland’s Lake Lucerne

Lake steamer on Lake LucerneThursday 12 June to Thursday 19 June 2025

Lucerne boasts glorious Alpine scenery and is an ideal destination for a rail holiday. This tour has a variety of escorted excursions to enjoy from our base on the glistening shores of Lake Lucerne.

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Austrian Tyrol & More

Hofburg Imperial Palace, ViennaSaturday 14 June to Friday 27 June 2025

Following our successful holiday formula of superb scenery, stimulating places to visit and interesting train travel, this tour combines the Austrian Tyrol with Vienna and Salzburg plus visits to some of Austria’s remaining scenic narrow gauge railways.

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Portuguese Cities, Trains & Douro Valley

Lisbon skyline - © INTERPIXELS/shutterstockSaturday 14 June to Monday 23 June 2025

A 10-day holiday exploring Portuguese cities, riding trains and visiting the Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the delightful Iberian cities of Lisbon and Porto as well as visits to several museums.

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The Best of Colorado: Mountains, Trains & a Touch of the Old West

Durango & Silverton RailroadWednesday 18 June to Saturday 28 June 2025

This rail holiday includes the definitive selection of the very best and most famous railroads of Colorado. Many were pioneering lines of the Old West, now preserved as a living legend. All run through magnificent Rocky Mountain scenery.

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Southern Sweden – Steam, Trams & Trains

Streetcar - ©  Emelie Asplund/imagebank.sweden.seFriday 4 July to Thursday 17 July 2025

Memorable rail journeys through stunning scenery, unique museum visits and free time to explore combine to create a tour that offers a varied itinerary with something for everyone. Includes journeys on steam railways, trams and a steamboat cruise.

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Albanian Odyssey

Rural Life in Albania - © Ramona CazacuSaturday 30 August to Saturday 13 September 2025

Albania is a part of Europe rarely visited by most Europeans. Apart from Tirana and the narrow coastal belt, it is mountainous and sparsely populated yet has a rich and varied history. Above all, its people are friendly and welcoming – after years of isolation they really appreciate our visit.

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Lindau & Lake Constance

Lindau, SwitzerlandMonday 1 September to Tuesday 9 September 2025

Lindau, a delightful German town situated at the north-eastern corner of Lake Constance, is also close to both Switzerland and Austria, making it an ideal base for exploring the region.

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The Splendour of Corsica

Train crossing Eiffel Viaduct in Vecchio Corsica - © Allard One/shutterstockTuesday 2 September to Monday 15 September 2025

No flights required as you travel by train and ferry to this geographically diverse, Mediterranean paradise. Enjoy unlimited travel on the island’s narrow gauge system with the travel card provided. Soak up Corsican culture with free time in the coastal towns of Bastia, Calvi and Ajaccio.

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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
  • Our profits support the continued preservation of the famous Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways
  • Small, dedicated rail holiday travel team offering an award-winning personal service

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