01904 521 936
Tour Search



Holiday Types

Journeys of a Lifetime

The destination you've been eyeing up for years, that trip of a lifetime you've been promising yourself, a rail journey you've always wanted to experience - now's the time to rediscover your travel ambitions. This collection of highly-inclusive, unforgettable holidays really are journeys of a lifetime. So, let us take you on an epic rail holiday, where travelling in style and new adventures come as standard. Take the world-renowned Rocky Mountaineer across Canada's vast and dramatic landscapes or cross five African nations on the Pride of Africa. There's so much waiting for you to explore. Relax as our local experts guide you through breathtaking scenery, fascinating historical sites and authentic gastronomic experiences. ​

Excellent5 stars14,790 reviews on

Find out more with a free brochure and enjoy weekly travel inspiration and offers in our e-newsletter.

Iconic Rail Journeys

Great Rail Journeys by name, Great Rail Journeys by nature. On nearly every holiday we run, relaxing, impressive or once-in-a-lifetime rail journeys are par for the course. Whether it's the 180-mile trip the Glacier Express makes through the mountains of Switzerland, an experience aboard the steepest railway line in the world - the Flåm Railway in Norway, or a beautifully-restored journey on the Jacobite Steam Train through the Scottish Highlands, we know all of the best rail experiences to be had.​

Glacier Express
Glacier ExpressExplore
Jungfrau Express
Jungfrau ExpressExplore
Rocky Mountaineer
Rocky MountaineerExplore
Bernina Express
Bernina ExpressExplore
Gornergrat Mountain Railway
View all trainsExplore

Expert Opinions and Guides

Three Unmissable Rail Journeys

The world is waiting to welcome us back. Once it's safe to do so, we can't wait to help you rediscover your passion for travel. It's time to remember the excitement that comes with ticking a new destination off your travel wish-list.

Find out more

Around the World on Railways

Holidays are a time to unwind, reminisce, and return to the carefree days of childhood, all the while exploring new destinations and making new friends. Add to that a few romantic rail journeys and we've got the recipe for the perfect getaway.

Find out more

Discovering Europe

There's something deeply romantic about train journeys. Rail unveils a different aspect of our favourite holiday hotspots, and the experiences are as varied as the routes they traverse.​

Find out more

19 results matching: Journeys of a Lifetime Escorted Tours

Filters
Any
Reset
Any
Reset
Any
Reset
Any
Reset
Any
Reset
Any
Reset
Any
Reset
Any
Reset
ClassicClassic
Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong DeltaVietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong DeltaVietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong DeltaVietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong DeltaVietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong Delta
Grand Tour of Vietnam and Cambodia
4.7 stars(122 reviews)
2025FebMarAprSepOct...
2026JanFebMarAprSep...

Discover the delights of Vietnam and Cambodia on this incredible grand tour, travelling overland from bustling Hanoi to the ancient temples of Siem Reap. Delight in the beauty of Halong Bay on an overnight cruise, and ride the Reunification Express train along Vietnam's coast, visiting illuminating Hue and Nha Trang's tropical beaches, before...

View map

19 days from
£4,099 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
Grand Imperial CitiesGrand Imperial CitiesGrand Imperial CitiesGrand Imperial CitiesGrand Imperial Cities
Save £150pp
Grand Imperial Cities
4.6 stars(190 reviews)
2025MarAprMayJunJul...

Embrace the storied past of grand empires on a captivating holiday by rail. Starting amid noble Vienna's glorious Habsburg palaces and ornate architecture, enjoy a strudel-making show with tasting before savouring the delights of Hungary's dignified capital, Budapest. Absorb panoramic views of the illuminated Parliament and Buda Castle during an...

View map

Save £150pp
12 days from
£2,449 pp £2,299 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
Engadine ValleyEngadine ValleyEngadine ValleyEngadine ValleyEngadine Valley
Save £150pp
First Class Mountaintops of Switzerland
4.5 stars(64 reviews)
2025AprMaySepOct

Enjoy having your head in the clouds as we stay in a selection of Switzerland's best mountaintop hotels, all with sweeping views of mountains and lakes. The Belle Époque Grandhotel Giessbach on Lake Brienz is only accessible via boat and funicular railway, while Pilatus Kulm lies at the top of a mountain accessed by Europe's steepest cogwheel...

View map

Save £150pp
9 days from
£3,949 pp £3,799 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
Grand Alpine ExplorerGrand Alpine ExplorerGrand Alpine ExplorerGrand Alpine ExplorerGrand Alpine Explorer
Save £150pp
First-Class Grand Alpine Explorer
4.4 stars(41 reviews)
2025AprMayJunJulAugSep

Bask in boundless displays of jaw-dropping views on a spectacular First Class holiday through the Alps. Soak up the atmosphere of historic Munich on a beer tour, marvel at the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle and indulge in a sublime Mozart concert dinner in Salzburg after a tour with a singing guide. Enjoy a cruise in the Austrian Lake District...

View map

Save £150pp
14 days from
£4,549 pp £4,399 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
Grand Tour of JapanGrand Tour of JapanGrand Tour of JapanGrand Tour of JapanGrand Tour of Japan
No Single Supplement
Grand Tour of Japan
3.9 stars(23 reviews)
2025MarAprMaySepOct
2026MarAprMaySepOct

A fascinating blend of spirituality and modernity, explore Japan from the northern island of Hokkaido to Kyushu in the south on this epic overland expedition aboard ultramodern bullet trains. Surrounded by wonderful scenery, relaxed Sapporo provides a great introduction to Japan as we explore Otaru and Hakodate before travelling to the sprawling...

View map

No Single Supplement
16 days from
£5,999 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
Fiordland National ParkFiordland National ParkFiordland National ParkFiordland National ParkFiordland National Park
Grand Tour of New Zealand
4.5 stars(55 reviews)
2025MarSepOctNovDec
2026JanFebMarOctNov

Discover New Zealand's dazzling cities, extraordinary national parks, spectacular mountains and breathtaking Fiordland on this epic tour of the North and South Islands. This fabulous tour combines the greatest features of this wonderful country in one holiday: superb railways, glorious landscapes and the warm and welcoming Māori culture.

View map

21 days from
£6,299 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
USA Coast to CoastUSA Coast to CoastUSA Coast to CoastUSA Coast to CoastUSA Coast to Coast
Iconic America - Cities, Canyons & Valleys
4.5 stars(85 reviews)
2025JunSepOct

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime journey as we travel from ocean to glimmering ocean across the USA, from dazzling Times Square to the Hollywood Hills. Enjoy guided tours of America's great cities, including New York, Washington DC, Chicago and Los Angeles, with cruises around Manhattan and the Chicago River. Travel overnight from Chicago to Grand...

View map

19 days from
£4,799 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
The Outer HebridesThe Outer HebridesThe Outer HebridesThe Outer HebridesThe Outer Hebrides
Save up to £150pp
The Outer Hebrides and the Highlands
3.9 stars(235 reviews)
2025MayJunJulAugSep

Wild beauty and ancient wonders await on this holiday to Scotland's Outer Hebrides - also known as the Western Isles - and the dramatic Scottish Highlands. From the dynamic city of Glasgow, we travel on the world-renowned West Highland Line to Fort William, as a moving picture of mountains, lochs and heather-clad moors unfolds. Set sail on a sea...

View map

Save up to £150pp
8 days from
£2,279 pp £2,129 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
Blue MountainsBlue MountainsBlue MountainsBlue MountainsBlue Mountains
Ultimate Australia
4.5 stars(32 reviews)
2025SepOctNov
2026JanFebMarSepOctNov

Join us on an epic adventure into this vast, vibrant and varied land to experience Australia's stunning natural wonders, from the rainforests of tropical Cairns and kaleidoscopic hues of the Great Barrier Reef to the burnished red tones of the ancient sacred site of Uluru. Explore Adelaide and its acclaimed wine region, discover the sights of...

View map

21 days from
£7,299 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
Canada & the Rocky Mountaineer train tourCanada & the Rocky Mountaineer train tourCanada & the Rocky Mountaineer train tourCanada & the Rocky Mountaineer train tourCanada & the Rocky Mountaineer train tour
Rail Upgrades
Wonders of Canada and The Rocky Mountaineer
4.3 stars(69 reviews)
2025MayJunAugSep
2026MayJulAugSepOct

Delve into the remarkable landscapes of Canada on this overland journey on world-famous trains. Our exploration begins with a guided tour of beautiful Vancouver on the Pacific coast before we enjoy two daytime trips on the amazing Rocky Mountaineer to the astonishing Canadian Rockies. Based in gorgeous Banff and charming Jasper, we admire...

View map

Rail Upgrades
14 days from
£5,899 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
GeirangerfjordGeirangerfjordGeirangerfjordGeirangerfjordGeirangerfjord
Save £150pp
Arctic Norway and Midnight sun in Lofoten
4.7 stars(59 reviews)
2025MayJun
2026MayJunJulAug

Join us on a journey across the length of Norway - from sophisticated Oslo to the Arctic Circle - travelling on four of the country's world-renowned rail routes, the Flåm, Bergen, Nordland and Rauma railways - cruising across the exquisite Geirangerfjord, discovering otherworldly landscapes and stunning archipelagos along the way. On this...

View map

Save £150pp
13 days from
£4,149 pp £3,999 pp
per person
View Details
ClassicClassic
Machu PicchuMachu PicchuMachu PicchuMachu PicchuMachu Picchu
Machu Picchu and the Andes
4.7 stars(18 reviews)
2025MayJunOct
2026AprMayJunOct

Mysterious Machu Picchu and the gleaming treasures of the Andes are unveiled on this unique South American adventure. Uncover Lima, Peru's colourful and historic capital, and the shimmering 'White City' of Arequipa before heading high into the Andes to admire the breathtaking Colca Canyon, where majestic condors soar. Sail to the reed islands of...

View map

15 days from
£4,299 pp
per person
View Details
Show all 19 tours
Our customers love our Journeys of a Lifetime tours
Treasures of Egypt and Five-Star Nile Cruise
5/Feb
Nigel Houlton
5 stars
“Superb tour
Collected by Trustpilot
Grand Tour of Vietnam and Cambodia
4/Feb
L Stone
5 stars
“Breath taking experience, with excellent guides (U.K. and local) in a range of exquisite hotels. If you're craving to experience, something different in a holiday; we would highly recommend booking this trip with Great Rail Journeys.
Collected by Trustpilot
Ultimate Australia
7/Jan
Diss Resident
5 stars
“A great way to see Australia The Ultimate Australia trip with Great Rail Journeys was a wonderful experience, packed with unforgettable sights and well-organised activities. The itinerary was varied and allowed us to see the best of Australia, from its iconic cities to the natural wonders of the Outback. The train journey...
Collected by Trustpilot
Grand Tour of New Zealand
21 Dec 2024
Janet
5 stars
“Very good tour manager Lisa and the two coach drivers who gave us a well supported tour
Collected by Trustpilot
Grand Imperial Cities
02 Dec 2024
Mr ALEXANDER
5 stars
“The whole travel experience for me was fantastic. The whole tour was full on and I met some great friends en route.
Collected by Trustpilot
First Class Mountaintops of Switzerland
29 Oct 2024
Gordon S
5 stars
“Another superb holiday organised by GRJ. Excellent all round.
Collected by Trustpilot
Machu Picchu and the Andes
27 Oct 2024
Dick Hewett
5 stars
“Very enjoyable.
Collected by Trustpilot
Wonders of Canada and The Rocky Mountaineer
16 Oct 2024
Mr David Ashton
5 stars
“An excellent way to enjoy the wonders of Canada. Rocky Mountaineer is an experience not to miss. The Canadian from Edmunton to Toronto travels through 4 different vistas of the Canadian landscape. Travel is not fast on this journey, as freight has priority on the tracks. Sleeper class provides very...
Collected by Trustpilot
Ultimate Norway, Sweden & the Arctic Circle
28 Sep 2024
NICHOLAS
5 stars
“The trip itself was beautiful & amazing! We made saw some stunning scenery! The only part was the cancellation of some of the trains, due to out of season. More coach then trains! Otherwise it was a fabulous trip!
Collected by Trustpilot