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Ffestiniog Travel launches its 2020 collection of worldwide rail holidays, from the Far East, Jordan and far-flung Kyrgyzstan to short-haul European tours. The rail tour operator visits Taiwan and Jordan for the first time guides travellers on an 11-day itinerary exploring Kyrgyzstan, the most remote and untouched destination that the rail specialist has offered in its 45-year history. These tempting trips are joined in the latest Rail Holidays of the World collection by a new wine-themed tour of Romania, a cultural exploration of Armenia, and rail-themed visits to delightful parts of Germany, Italy and France.

Summer holidays are all very well but nothing guarantees a warm glow more than having an autumn escape in the diary. Tick India’s Golden Triangle off the bucket list on this 19-day tour that takes in rail journeys on the spectacular Kangra Valley and Kalka Shimla Railways (part of which is by private steam charter), sightseeing in Agra, Amritsar, Dharamsala, Delhi and Jaipur, and wildlife-spotting during three safaris in Ranthambore National Park. Departing 28 October, the price is from £4,795 pp (two sharing) including flights (London), B&B, 15 lunches & seven dinners, all rail journeys & excursions, and UK tour leader

Mountain escapes in the UK, Europe & India for late summer & autumn departures.

City breaks and beach escapes are all very well but, for a relaxing holiday away from the crowds, you can’t beat the mountains. Enjoy spectacular scenery at a slower pace with an escorted tour from rail specialist Ffestiniog Travel, choosing from either a Connoisseur Tour(for those with a specific passion for railways) or a Grand Tour (for those with a general interest in exploring the world by train).

Avoid airport anxiety and keep your carbon footprint to a minimum with a relaxing stay at the famous Italianate Portmeirion Village, set alongside the beautiful North Wales coastline. From your four-star base, enjoy steam journeys and wonderful views on the world-famous Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, accompanied by an expert guide. Arriving 1 October, the Ffestiniog Railway & Portmeirion Luxury Break costs from £775 pp (two sharing), including half board at the Hotel Portmeirion, first class rail tickets and tour leader.