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GRAND RAIL TOURS Rhaetian Railway on Albula Viaduct - swiss-image.ch-Andrea Badrutt
Our Grand Rail Tours are designed to appeal to the seasoned traveller who wants to explore The booking process was straightforward and
communication with Awel prior to the trip was
the world by rail and wishes to combine culture, leisure, convivial company and comfortable excellent. During the trip itself, David was
accommodation with memorable rail journeys. The destinations are the main appeal, but the a brilliant group leader, he was full of useful
journey itself is an integral part of the holiday. information and knowledge about the area,
always happy to help if needed and had a very
Choosing to travel by train is not only an environmentally friendly option but provides the warm and friendly manner. This was our first
escorted holiday, and this trip surpassed our
means to cover a large area of a country at ground level in the customary time frame of a expectations; we both loved the experience and
holiday. When taking the train to reach your holiday destination, sit back, enjoy the view and would definitely recommend Ffestiniog Travel to
relish in the landscape the journey delivers. We hope our selection of Grand Rail Tours offers our friends and family and hope to book another
the perfect mix of railways, interesting destinations and cultural nourishment to meet your trip in the future. Many thanks to all involved!
holiday aspirations. Snow on the Alps, February 2025,
Mr S White

CONNOISSEUR RAIL TOURS
Our Connoisseur Rail Tours are designed to appeal to those who have a specific passion
for railways. We have a team of Ffestiniog Travel tour producers who are an authority on
the world’s railways and every year they rise to the challenge of finding rail journeys that
will indulge people’s enthusiasm for railways within the framework of a refined and relaxing
holiday. Harz Railway - Oliver Hlavaty Photo-shutterstock
These tours explore historic and unique railways around the world famous for their
engineering excellence, history and the interesting routes they take - journeying through some
of the world’s most outstanding landscapes. If you are a rail connoisseur, who also appreciates Holiday rating is excellent - John was an
excellent leader and gave us all the information
a cultured and informed holiday, you may find the right tour from our Connoisseur Rail Tours we needed to get around and was extremely
collection. The content of these tours will not only appeal to the rail enthusiast but partners helpful.
and friends too, as alternative sightseeing options are offered in order to make the most of Harz Explorer,
the holiday destinations. May 2025 - Mr & Mrs Danswan

SMALL & TRADITIONAL TOURS (S&T)
Visit countries untouched by mass tourism and get a feel for their true nature, history and
culture. Our S&T holidays are small group tours, with a maximum of 20 travellers and
often less. They have a dedicated UK tour leader and local English speaking expert guides,
guaranteeing a high standard of personal supervision.
Our preference for comfortable, family run village accommodation, where appropriate, allows Very well led by Ramona - she was White Pelican, Danube Delta, Romania-Adrian Dedu
us to immerse ourselves in local life, learn about traditional crafts and enjoy locally grown knowledgeable, flexible and clearly was keen to
organic produce. Rail travel on these tours is still important but not the overriding factor. include little extras that the group would enjoy.
Romania’s Danube Delta, May 2025,
Mr & Mrs Jones
TAILORED RAIL TOURS
You can create your own tailored rail tour if you want the freedom to choose when and where
you travel and with whom. Ffestiniog Travel can design a personalised tour for single travellers,
couples or groups who have a specific rail journey in mind. We will manage your journey from
source to final destination arranging your travel tickets, organising accommodation and guided
sightseeing trips en route. Glacier Express - iStock-den-belitsky

If you are tempted by one of our escorted rail holidays but would like to extend it or The holiday of a lifetime realised. Train holiday
tweak it in some way, we are happy to adapt our escorted tours to give you the option of from home to Switzerland and back, to go on
prolonging your stay in a country or connecting with other rail journeys in other countries. Bernina Express and Glacier Express. Everything
Our travel team will be happy to talk through the opportunities available to you. we had hoped for and more. Very helpful making
tailor-made arrangements, brilliant information
See more independent customer reviews on our AITO feedback page – click on the icon at and communication.
Unescorted rail holiday to Switzerland,
the top of our homepage on our website. May 2025, Mr & Mrs Pantling