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San Antonio to New York

Empire State BuildingMultiple dates

The final part of this epic journey across America sees Billy Connolly travel from San Antonio in Texas and head north along the soulful Crescent Route to New York - a ‘Big Easy’ journey to the ‘Big Apple’ You too can follow this colourful route in this itinerary that mirrors Billy’s journey.

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Scotland

Ruins of Urquhart Castle along Loch Ness, Scotland - © shutterstock.comMultiple dates

“Excellent – Nothing left to chance, perfectly planned. Thanks to Kate for her skill in arranging such a lovely holiday.”

Mr & Mrs Spiers from Cornwall wanted to experience Scotland’s history and scenery so we tailored them a holiday which combined private tours with knowledgeable, local guides and free time to explore their surroundings.

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Scotland – A Highland Adventure

The JacobiteMultiple dates

Scotland has so much to offer the rail traveller as a family, couple or individual. From exciting, vibrant and engaging cities to spectacular scenery - think sparkling lochs, awe-inspiring mountains and wild moors. This 7-day break is our suggestion for a varied but relaxing "staycation" which can be easily modified to your specific requirements.

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Scottish Circular Holiday

Jacobite Steam TrainMultiple dates

This bespoke holiday was prepared for a couple who wanted us to create a tour that allowed them to ride Scotland’s great railways. It proved to be a wonderful way to see Scotland’s dramatic scenery and included a journey on the iconic Jacobite steam train and much more.

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Seattle to Dallas

Mount Shasta, CaliforniaMultiple dates

In the second episode of this ITV series, Billy Connolly’s American railway adventure continues as he journeys on the jewel in the crown of America’s rail network. You too can hurtle past jaw dropping vistas of land and sea along the West Coast and Pacific Ocean as you ride the Coast Starlight route from Seattle via San Francisco down to Los Angeles. Then travel by train to Dallas across ‘Big Country’ and ‘under ‘Big Skies’.

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Sofia to Istanbul

Blue mosque, Istanbul - © Vera HopkinsonMultiple dates

Series 4, Episode 1, Great Continental Rail Journeys. The ever popular BBC2 programme Great Continental Rail Journeys begins its fourth series with a railway journey from Sofia to Istanbul. We have created a tailor made tour that allows you to explore these two beautiful cities and surrounding areas by regional train, but we include a flight between Sofia and Istanbul as this rail route is suspended due to engineering work. Alternatively why not consider taking the train for the entire journey to Istanbul. Take the Eurostar to Paris and board the Orient Express for a 5-night journey to the Turkish city via Budapest and Bucharest.

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Sorrento, Florence & Turin

PompeiiMultiple dates

Italy is a living museum with cities and landmarks boasting a long and rich history. We recently created a Tailored Rail tour for a couple who wished to explore a slice of Italian history and culture by train that included the Amalfi coast, the beautiful city of Florence and Turin in the north. This is a leisurely 2-week rail holiday, crossing Europe and journeying from the south to the north of Italy by train, soaking up its scenery and history en route.

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South African Adventure

Pumba Msenge Bush Lodge resident - © Gilt-edgeMultiple dates

A fabulous 15-day holiday that will allow you to sample the many wonders South Africa has to offer from its precious natural resources, unforgettable game reserves to the incredible panoramas viewed from the elegant comfort of your train journey from Johannesburg to Cape Town. You will be beguiled by the contrasting landscapes offered by Kruger National Park to the breath-taking coastal beauty surrounding Cape Town.

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Swiss Alpine Holiday

Old town of Chur - © swiss-image.ch/Markus Buehler-RasomMultiple dates

This classic tour gives ample opportunity to explore by train the varied scenic sights Switzerland has to offer. Using your first class Swiss Travel Pass, enjoy memorable journeys through mountain and lake landscapes and traditional villages.

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Swiss Alps and Geneva

Chillon Castle - © STCMultiple dates

Series 5, Episode 2, Great Continental Rail Journeys. Switzerland is an inevitable destination for a European rail journey as Bradshaw discovered and documented in his 1913 Continental Railway Guide. Now we see a modern version of this rail route as Michael Portillo travels to Switzerland, visiting Geneva, Bern and the Swiss Alps resort of Zermatt. This tour mirrors this journey but with the added flexibility of a Swiss Travel Pass allowing you to explore using trains, lake steamers, city buses and trams.

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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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