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Rail city breaks in Europe

Multi-destination rail city breaks

• Self-guided breaks by train • City hop or glide through countryside • Meticulously crafted by experts

Our self-guided holidays by train or train and boat are the perfect way to discover a region up close. Enjoy thrilling rides on spectacular Alpine railways, or cruise the mirror-like waters of the Norwegian fjords. Ride along spectacular elevated railways flanked by meadows and mountains, or wind through quiet countryside connecting cultural and culinary centres. Efficient and scenic, train travel is a fantastic way to connect the points of your journey, adding to your overall experience and increasing how much time you have in each location.
Journeys by rail & boat
+44 (0)1653 617001
Journeys by rail & boat
+44 (0)1653 617001

How do our rail holidays work?

We organise the travel and provide detailed documentation, leaving you free to explore. And when the time comes to move on to the next charming location, you can simply sit back and watch the beautiful scenery slide past your window.

These flexible journeys follow much the same format as our other holidays, allowing you plenty of time to 'get under the skin' of each place you visit, meeting local people and becoming familiar with local customs along the way.

Our expert's view

"We take care of all your logistics – from hotel reservations to travel bookings – and you can call on our 24-hour support while away. Most importantly, though, you have access to Inntravel’s 40 years’ travel expertise. From our must-see city sights to favourite restaurants, local secrets, and the best routes between destinations – we’ve done the research, honed our recommendations, and we lay these out for you in your detailed trip notes."

- Rebecca Bruce, Destination Expert

Our breaks by train

Among our collection of flexible ‘by rail’ holidays are journeys across southern France, between the great cities of central and southern Spain, and from Berlin to Prague. For even greater variety, choose a touring holiday which combines rail and boat travel – you could explore Nordic cities or tour Norway from north to south.

Popular rail holidays

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Our destination expert, Émilie-Rose, on the joy of travelling by rail

Our favourite rail city breaks

Longer journeys by rail

Travel beyond cities with our longer journeys by rail, which linger in hidden gems off the beaten track and take you to far-flung locations like Norway's Lofoten Islands. Some of these extended train journeys include ferry transfers and car hire too, for a thrilling, varied adventure.

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Book your holiday by 31 January 2026 and – if we run a promotion or reduce the price of your holiday within 8 weeks of receiving your deposit – we’ll automatically apply any savings to your booking and update your final invoice. Terms and conditions apply

Why Inntravel?

We believe that a memorable rail holiday through Europe involves three key ingredients – interesting and varied routes through enchanting scenery, characterful independent hotels where you’ll find a warm welcome, and delicious regional cuisine.

Rail breaks FAQs

  • Many areas of Europe can be reached in hours, however you decide to travel, so there are dozens of destinations you could choose for your stay. The right one for you depends on your interests and priorities. Our rail breaks in Spain most recently stole our hearts. The train journeys through the countryside are the perfect palette cleanser between heritage cities overflowing with triumphs, like UNESCO-recognised Salamanca.
  • Yes, we arrange all logistics in advance of your holiday, leaving the rest of the itinerary open so you're free to explore. For your train transfers, we'll make sure you know where you're going and when and have any tickets or passes you need before you set off on your break.
  • Yes! If you're pressed for time but don't want to travel by train, look at our short walking and cycling breaks. These itineraries are all less than a week in length but give you more than a taste of some of the UK and Europe's best-loved destinations, bursting with unforgettable moments from sensational views to food and wine tastings.

Rail inspiration

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