Winter Holidays by Rail and Cruise

Beautifully scenic Scandinavian rail journeys take us from the ancient Viking capital of Trondheim to wintry Kiruna in Swedish Lapland, enjoying many opportunities to be dazzled by the ethereal Northern Lights. Travelling through amazing landscapes by rail, cross to the Arctic Circle to Bodø. From here, seek the ethereal Northern Lights on...

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Snow-bound views and enchanting seasonal scenery have made the Glacier Express famous at this time of year as the glistening peaks and sugar-frosted forests of the Swiss Alps provides picture-postcard backdrops. On this memorable holiday, pass icy lakes and the ethereal Palü Glacier on the UNESCO-listed route of the Bernina Express. Later, ...

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Enjoy an idyllic winter holiday in the heart of the snow-capped Swiss Alps, staying in the picture-book village of Wilderswil, where dinner and drinks are provided each evening. This all-inclusive getaway includes a jaw-dropping trip on the Jungfrau Express, a masterpiece of Swiss rail engineering, to Europe's highest railway station. Here,...

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Join us on a magical winter journey amongst the scenic valleys and mountain peaks of Germany's Harz Mountains. Travel on two heritage steam trains, including the Brocken Railway, and discover World Heritage towns with medieval architecture and cobbled lanes. Our base is Wernigerode, a town with timber-framed buildings and a fairytale castle,...

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From glittering Montreux to mountainous Interlaken, enjoy an effortless journey on an instantly iconic direct route, passing frozen rivers, icy lakes and picture-perfect winter scenes. Explore Lake Geneva's fairytale Château de Chillon, cross the Alps to Chamonix on the Mont Blanc Express, and travel to Interlaken on the cutting-edge...

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Enjoy having your head in the clouds this winter as we stay in some of Switzerland's best mountaintop hotels. Located on beautiful Lake Brienz, the Belle Époque Grandhotel Giessbach is perched above the waters and surrounded by nature, while Pilatus Kulm lies at the top of a mountain accessed by cable car. These spectacular hotels allow...

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Cloaked in their winter finery, Switzerland's majestic mountains host this rail journey featuring two world-famous trains. From picture-perfect bases in Chur and Täsch, enjoy warm Swiss hospitality in idyllic alpine towns. Bask in stunning views of snow-bound landscapes, soaring mountains and icy glaciers during unforgettable journeys on...

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This idyllic winter holiday is based in the heart of the Bernese Oberland in picturesque Interlaken, one of Switzerland's popular resort towns, nestled between two lakes and overlooked by the snow-capped peaks of the mighty Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. Explore this stunning region on some of Europe's most celebrated railways, with spectacular trips...

Snow-bound views and seasonal scenery have made the Glacier Express famous at this time of year as the Swiss Alps' glistening peaks and sugar-frosted forests provide picture-postcard backdrops. Visit Strasbourg's Christmas market enroute to Switzerland, and journey through the Swiss Grand Canyon and over the Oberalp Pass on the...

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Snow-bound views and seasonal scenery have made the Glacier Express famous at this time of year as the Swiss Alps' glistening peaks and sugar-frosted forests provide picture-postcard backdrops. Journey through the Swiss Grand Canyon and over the Oberalp Pass on the world-renowned Glacier Express. Spend New Year's Day in historic Chur on...

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Embark on a festive cruise through Europe's most enchanting Christmas destinations on the Rhine river. Scenic landscapes and charming towns come alive with seasonal cheer in Germany and France during the most wonderful time of the year. From the twinkling lights of Koblenz's historic streets to the captivating markets of Rüdesheim,...

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Discover the magic of a Swiss winter on this GRJ All Inclusive seasonal holiday based in the scenic Albula Valley. Experience Switzerland's most spectacular train journeys from a family-run hotel, including drinks with dinner each evening. Travel across the Swiss Alps and past enchanting glaciers to Italy on the UNESCO-listed route of the...

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