Indian Hill Railways
Sunday 12 February to Thursday 2 March 2023
Join our successful annual tour to India which includes the three most exceptional railways that served the former British Hill Stations. Engineering excellence, fierce gradients and stunning scenery make for a memorable tour.
Sri Lanka by Rail – Viceroy Special
Saturday 4 March to Wednesday 15 March 2023
Sri Lanka is considered to boast one of the finest rail journeys in the world in terms of engineering marvel and breathtaking scenery. The amazing diversity of landscape, climate, geographical elevations and mist clad mountains, valleys and waterfalls are found all along the route. Enjoy the wonderful views as you travel on our chartered Viceroy Special Train.
Snow on the Alps
Sunday 12 March to Tuesday 21 March 2023
Travel through snow-capped mountains, white Alpine scenery and ride the UNESCO 'Rhaetian Railway' on this popular winter holiday. This rail tour is a fantastic way to see the Swiss Alps in their full winter glory, from the comfort of the train!
Japan – Trains & Cherry Blossom
Tuesday 28 March to Saturday 15 April 2023
A revised version of this comprehensive tour taking in new lines and visiting new sites which Ffestiniog has not visited before. Old favourites are also included as we travel by steam train, tram and bullet train during Japan’s famous cherry blossom season.
Mallorca Narrow Gauge
Sunday 16 April to Friday 21 April 2023
Sunday 1 October to Friday 6 October 2023
From golden beaches in the south to rugged mountains in the north this island is full of surprises as we explore using the rail network. It is a wonderful way to see this beautiful island as it diverts from the usual tourist trail, giving you a real taste of Mallorca.
Dresden Steam Festival
Wednesday 12 April to Wednesday 19 April 2023
Our tour to Dresden for the Steam festival has become an annual favourite. Enjoy lots of steam content over the 15th Festival weekend in 2023. Other excursions include return journeys on both the Weisseritztalbahn and Loessnitzgrundbahn and a paddle steamer up the Elbe.
Ffestiniog Railway - Behind the Scenes
Friday 21 April to Tuesday 25 April 2023
Friday 13 October to Tuesday 17 October 2023
An access all areas tour of one of the most famous narrow gauge railways in Britain, if not the world. Travel the length of the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways’ 40-mile track from Caernarfon on the Menai Straits to Blaenau Ffestiniog, surrounded by mountains and slate quarries. We step behind the scenes of the Ffestiniog Railway and visit sections of the line not normally seen by the average passenger.
Greece – Mountains & Myths
Wednesday 3 May to Monday 15 May 2023
A comprehensive tour to the Greek mainland which, in true “Small and Traditional” style, includes rural village hospitality. In addition to visiting several of Greece’s famous historic sites we will, of course, enjoy some scenic rail travel.
Bonn & the Rhine in Flames
Thursday 4 May to Monday 8 May 2023
A relaxing 5-day rail break to Bonn, a charming city straddling the Rhine. One of Germany’s oldest cities, Bonn has a rich history including a period as the temporary capital of West Germany. We visit at the high point of the cultural calendar for the ‘Rhein in Flammen’ Festival.
Albanian Odyssey
Monday 8 May to Monday 22 May 2023
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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