This 8-day itinerary showcases the best of Portugal, from the historic streets of Porto to the vineyard-clad hills of Douro Valley, the fairytale allure of Sintra, and the coastal charm of Cascais. Experience a tapestry of culture, breathtaking landscapes, and the genuine warmth of the Portuguese people. Begin your adventure in the charming city of Porto, where historic neighborhoods and the scenic Douro River await your exploration. Journey to the enchanting Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Travel by train to Lisbon, witnessing the picturesque scenery that connects the two cities
Take in the best of Serbia on this 7-day group tour, starting with Belgrade’s landmarks like Knez Mihailova Street, and the Temple of Saint Sava, followed by a scenic cruise along the Sava and Danube rivers. Travel north to Fruska Gora National Park and the wine region of Sremski Karlovci, then visit the charming Novi Sad. Explore Oplenac and a traditional winery in the Sumadija region, before discovering Zlatibor’s Gold Gondola, Sirogojno village, and Stopića Cave. Finish with the Šargan Eight Railway and the wooden village of Drvengrad before returning to Belgrade.
A magical day to tick off the bucket list! Grab your broomsticks and hop on this Jacobite Steam Train tour from Inverness, packed with stunning scenery as we drive around Loch Ness and check out the glorious west coast – famous for seafood, beautiful beaches, and the Hogwarts Express from the Harry Potter movies. Channel your inner Harry or Hermione and jump on board to experience it for yourself.
Take a ten-day rail-only adventure from Paris to Rome. You’ll start in the City of Lights, then you’ll zoom to Switzerland for a mountain getaway. In Lausanne, see the iconic Cathedral and maybe visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Vineyard Terraces of Lavaux for a wine tasting, then head to Lucerne for incredible views of the lake and surrounding Alps on Mount Pilatus. Take the Gotthard Panorama Express to the city of Bellinzona, where you’ll hop on another cable car for more mountain views. Make your way to Rome, where you’ll have plenty of free time to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World and sit down to a fresh lunch with an Intrepid Foundation partner, Cooperativa Coraggio.
On this 15-day adventure traversing Europe from Paris to Istanbul, use local trains to follow the historic routes once used by the Orient Express’ carriages in the 19th century. Travel by train all the way from Paris to Budapest, with stops to explore the historic quarters and modern offerings of Strasbourg, Munich and Vienna. Then change lines and follow another historic route from Belgrade to Istanbul, riding local trains to experience Nis, Sofia and Plovdiv as you go. With plenty of free time to explore at each stop, and a passionate local leader on hand to point you in the right direction, there isn’t a moment you’ll want to miss on this rail adventure.
This enchanting Swiss adventure seamlessly weaves scenic train rides with captivating destinations. The adventure begins in Zurich, where you board the train to Interlaken offering breathtaking vistas en route to the heart of Switzerland, Interlaken. The following days unfold like a dream with highlights including the celebrated GoldenPass Line to Montreux, a leisurely stay in the traffic-free village of Zermatt beneath the iconic Matterhorn and a mesmerizing journey on The Glacier Express to the elegant resort of St. Moritz. Then Bernina Express will take you through the picturesque Engadine Valley to Lugano, where you explore the vibrant city before a scenic transfer to Lucerne via the Gotthard Panorama Express. The next day, the adventure continues with the Voralpen-Express to St. Gallen, unveiling the rugged beauty of northeastern Switzerland. Your extraordinary Swiss sojourn concludes, leaving you with cherished memories of diverse landscapes and iconic landmarks
COACH TOUR: Take in the highlights of northern Italy on this 6-day coach tour which also visits Switzerland. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Milan and see Juliet's Balcony in fair Verona. Take a boat ride on Lake Como and see the stunning scenery of Lake Garda. Cross into Switzerland as you ride the UNESCO-listed Bernina Express Railway to San Moritz and enjoy exploring beautiful Bergamo independently.
Discover the very best of Valencia and Barcelona. Enjoy a 4-day tour from Madrid where you will experience high-speed train travel on the first part of the tour and then continue by a guided bus trip.
Set off on a rail journey through west Europe’s biggest cities, visiting local makers, low-key cities and cultural hotspots. Start the adventure learning all the secrets of Montmartre with a local guide. Bid adieu to Paris and hallo to Belgium with a walking tour of Brussels from a diverse perspective. Stop by Bruges and explore the city of canals, then catch a train headed for the Netherlands featuring Rotterdam urban farms, tile-painting in Delft and the local charm of Amsterdam. Discover the most out of the region with a local leader and plenty of free time to explore.
See a few of Europe’s best cities on a 15-day adventure from Barcelona to Amsterdam, full of fun, flexibility and free time to explore each destination at your own pace. Join your local leader on orientation walks, wander the streets of Dijon and see Gaudi’s architecture in Barcelona. Explore the medieval walls of Girona, learn the history of gladiators in the Roman amphitheatre of Nimes and visit Europe’s largest seaport in Rotterdam. This trip balances the leisure of free time with curated, local experiences that offer a deep dive into the history of Western Europe.
Spend a week exploring some of the best bits of northwestern Europe, from Paris to Amsterdam. Walk the streets of romantic Paris, have a beer in Brussels and discover hidden gems in Ghent. Walk along the cobbled alleys in Belgium, cycle along canals in Amsterdam and visit a floating farm in Rotterdam. Tick iconic landmarks off your bucket list, spend a day in Bruges and enjoy free time to explore at your own pace – all with like-minded travellers!
Discover wild Arctic landscapes on this nine-day journey through Northern Norway and Sweden. Kick things off in the island city of Tromso, then board the legendary Ofoten Railway to Abisko National Park (warning: it’s a panoramic workout for your neck muscles) to hike a section of Sweden’s most famous trail. Tuck into a traditional lunch on a Sami cultural tour in Vilhelmina, then ride the retro Inlandsbanan train through Swedish Lapland – including a photo stop at the Arctic Circle. Explore the lakeside city of Ostersund, then end your Swedish adventure in the culture-rich capital of Stockholm – maybe with a sticky cinnamon bun.
Make tracks to embark on a 23-day adventure encompassing France, Switzerland and Italy. Using trains as your primary means of moving about, you’ll get started in the City of Lights before moving into Lausanne and Lucerne, with their UNESCO World Heritage-listed vineyard terraces and views of the Alps. Then it’s into Italy, where you’ll have plenty of free time to explore Rome before heading north to the Tuscan countryside, Cinque Terre, the Portofino Peninsula and more. Best of all, you’ll do with the comforts of rail transport and an expert local leader showing you the way.
This rail tour in Ireland starts in Dublin, before heading to the capital city of Northern Ireland, Belfast. Mesmerizing museums, historical monuments & churches await you in Dublin during your Hop-On/Hop-off sightseeing excursion. You will have the opportunity to explore Glendalough, Powerscourt, the Wicklow Mountains, and Kilkenny, a medieval town famous for its building and castle before hopping on the incredibly popular Dublin-Belfast train that will provide you with some of the most scenic views of the island of Ireland. Then, visit the Giant’s Causeway, an ancient volcanic eruption site that will take your breath away with its unique landscape and ambiance. Enjoy the storytelling of one of the largest cruise ships ever built “Titanic” during your Titanic Belfast experience before returning by train back to Dublin where the tour ends..