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Idyllic River Cruises
From the spectacular Danube to the majestic Rhine, discover the stunning rivers and waterways of Europe with our brilliant range of river cruises. Featuring fantastic ports of call, hop on board a comfortable and elegant ship and watch the incredible, ever-changing landscapes pass you by.
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Remarkable Rail Experiences
From the legendary Glacier Express to the colourful Yellow Train, our rail experiences turn journeys into highlights, pairing comfort with changing views across mountains, rivers and historic towns.
These scenic rides add amazing moments to your holiday, showcasing Europe’s beauty in the most relaxing way.
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To help you choose the right tour for your comfort and pace, we've included a simple guide showing the level of physical activity involved in each holiday.
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Finding the right Rail Holiday for you
EASY - holidays travelling solely by Eurostar or involving one train change. These tours involve minimal changes - usually just one train journey or one change in each direction. You'll need to be comfortable walking for 10-20 minutes and carrying your own luggage on and off trains.
MODERATE - holidays involving a minimum of two train changes. Ideal if you're happy with a bit more movement. These tours may include at least two train changes, and you should be able to walk for 30-40 minutes, possibly including stairs and platform changes, while managing your own luggage.
ACTIVE - holidays involving three or more train changes. Great for those who enjoy a more active travel experience. These tours can involve three or more train changes and require walking for at least 40 minutes,including stairs and station transfers. You'll need to carry your own luggage throughout.
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The Beauty of the Lake District
Discover the sheer beauty of the ever-popular Lake District on this fantastic 5-day tour! We'll take a Grand Lakes Tour through stunning scenery and pretty towns, enjoying Lake Ullswater, Lake Windermere, Grasmere and Keswick. Perhaps the best way to view the scenery is onboard a nostalgic steam railway from Haverthwaite to Lakeside, or from the water itself with our Lake Windermere cruise. We also visit Holker Hall and Levens Hall – both beautiful buildings with stunning gardens to explore. The perfect way to soak up the countryside, this tour will leave you with fantastic memories.
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- 4 nights hotel with English breakfast
- 4 evening meals
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Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then we travel to beautiful Cumbria for a four-night stay.
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Today we journey into the heart of the Lake District and tour the prettiest lakes and towns. We head to Patterdale on Lake Ullswater and then cross the spectacular Kirkstone Pass to reach Ambleside at the head of Lake Windermere, where a short walk takes you to the lakeside at Waterhead.
We then continue to Grasmere on the lake of the same name and long a favourite of Wordsworth, before finishing the day with a visit to the market town of Keswick.
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Today we visit Holker Hall and Gardens. These immaculately kept gardens are essentially Victorian in character and are set in exceptionally beautiful countryside with gardens merging into parkland. You will find hills on one side and the expanse of Morecambe Bay on the other.
Later, we head to Levens Hall and Gardens. Levens Hall is a magnificent Elizabethan mansion built around a 13th century tower, which was expanded and rebuilt towards the end of the 16th century.
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We start the day with a nostalgic steam ride through breathtaking scenery, aboard the heritage railway from Haverthwaite to Lakeside. Travelling through the Lakeland Fells, enjoy this scenic backdrop with its picturesque valleys, stunning lakes and rolling green hillside.
Next, sit back and enjoy our cruise on picturesque Lake Windermere, soaking up the awe-inspiring scenery of the Cumbrian countryside, as we sail to the popular resort of Bowness. Spend some free time in Bowness, with its shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and attractions, such as the Beatrix Potter Exhibition.
Our day continues with a visit to Wordsworth’s Hawkshead, with its charming whitewashed houses, alleyways, courtyards and squares. We end the day with a visit to Coniston Water.Includes Breakfast
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Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Shap Wells Hotel, situated in a secluded wooded valley, high in the Shap Fells.Got a question about
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