Growing Popularity
Great Rail Journeys has seen an increase in bookings for a number of reasons including:
- A more environmentally friendly way to travel - using rail travel to minimise customers’ carbon footprint, and the excursions during the holiday are also by scenic or vintage rail.
- Professional Tour Managers; Excursions are included.
- First Class rail availability on the majority of tours.
- A balance of arranged activities tours, with local guides to learn about the culture and history of places, and free time to explore.
- Social aspects - a more relaxing way to travel, enjoy the scenery from the comfort of the train and chat with fellow passengers.
- The new fast rail link from St Pancras International provides faster access to the continent.
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