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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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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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Copenhagen to Oslo

Opera House, Oslo - © Christopher Hagelund/Visitnorway.comMultiple dates

Series 2, Episode 4 Great Continental Railway Journeys. This series provides a wonderful window to the many different places in Europe that you can reach and explore by train. On this train journey Michael Portillo goes north to Norway, a route that forms the basis of this interesting 9-day rail holiday which is a scenic route that provides a snapshot of life in Denmark, Sweden and Norway.

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Dresden to Kiel

Dresden CarGo tramMultiple dates

Series 2, Episode 3 Great Continental Railway Journeys. The rail journey traverses northern Germany with sightseeing stops in the reconstructed city of Dresden, Leipzig, defined by its musical heritage, the historic charms of Braunschweig, to modern Kiel, known as the gateway to the Baltic Sea, before reaching cosmopolitan Hamburg which boasts a world famous miniature railway.

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Dublin, Belfast and the Isle of Man

Isle of Man Steam Railway arrives at Castletown - © Isle of Man TourismMultiple dates

This is a great circular journey that takes in three capital cities on a leisurely 11-day tour. Enjoy the sights of Dublin, Belfast and Douglas on the Isle of Man and include some interesting transport excursions en route.

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Düsseldorf – Exhibitions & Sightseeing

Modern DüsseldorfMultiple dates

The German city of Düsseldorf was named in the top 20 best places to live in 2018. Its modern architecture, art culture and vibrant social scene now rivals many well-known, higher profile cities. It has also gained a reputation for playing host to some of the world’s major international exhibitions and trade fairs, so welcomes both business and leisure travellers on a frequent basis. It is particularly famous for its fashion and trade fairs and plays host to food, leisure, sport, manufacturing and technology exhibitions.

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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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Fabulous Family Train Tour of Switzerland

Bernina Express tackles the Montebello Curve - © Swiss-image.ch-Andrea BadruttMultiple dates

This is a wonderful family holiday that will give your children a taste of the Continent and in particular Europe's magnificent mountains in Switzerland, including the Matterhorn. An unforgettable rail journey that delivers amazing views and feats of railway engineering and excellence.

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Family Rail Break to the Isle of Man

Castle Rushen - © Isle of Man TourismMultiple dates

A visit to the Isle of Man is ideal for families, with golden beaches and historic castles there is plenty to explore. A visit to the island in1950 inspired Rev W Awdry to write the famous “Thomas the Tank Engine” books – it is not hard to see why when riding one of the many small railways on this charming island.

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Far Eastern Jewels

Halong Bay, Vietnam - © Footprint Vietnam TravelMultiple dates

Mr Coates commented: "After Sheryl managed to get me back from China to the UK all the way by train in 2009, Ffestiniog Travel was my first stop for organising another trip to Asia in 2012. Yet again I had an amazing time experiencing everything from the bright lights of Singapore, to the camps in Cambodia, amazing views during a cruise of Halong Bay and Scuba diving for the first time off Phi Phi Island. Will be booking again soon for a trip to Japan."

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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 unparalled railway content
  • Train ticket supplier for worldwide rail operators - we can plan and arrange your rail journey to anywhere
  • 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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