How to Customise Your Holiday with Railbookers
Create your perfect train holiday from start to finish with our customisation options. Customising your train holiday gives you the ability to build the exact journey you want (and nothing you don’t).
How can I customise my own rail itinerary?
Create your perfect train holiday from start to finish with our customisation options. Customising your train holiday gives you the ability to build the exact journey you want (and nothing you don’t).
Ways to Make Your Holiday Your Own
Travel from your local train station or airport to begin your holiday. Central London alone features 12 major railway stations and the UK is serviced by six major international airports, making it one of the most easily accessible city hubs to travel to and from all of our train holidays.
Interested in flying to your trip’s starting point and catching the train back home following your journey? Want to experience an itinerary that features roundtrip rail? All is possible with Railbookers. Give one of our Rail Experts a call who will advise on all of the possibilities.
The journey matters as much as the destination when you travel onboard an iconic or luxury train. Choose from the Bernina or Glacier Express in Switzerland, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from London to Venice, the Rocky Mountaineer from Vancouver to Banff in Canada, the Jacobite Train in Scotland, or any of our other available journeys. No matter which you pick, you’re in for quite a ride.
Choose from our collection of itineraries and customise your time in each city. Every journey can be modified to add extra hotel nights or adjusted to fit your schedule no matter the destination.
Want to begin and end your journey in the same city? It’s the best way to maximise your sightseeing experience. All of our one-way journeys can be done in reverse as well, giving you the choice to reverse the order of all train routes, station stops, and destinations of an itinerary.
You have the option to combine multiple itineraries with Railbookers to maximize your holiday. Take one of our most popular packages, such as the Classic Glacier and Bernina Express in Switzerland, and add another journey to increase the sights you’ll see, onboard experiences, and memories you’ll make! Browse through our suggested itineraries or create your very own from scratch!
Whether it’s a five-star luxury, charming boutiques or action-packed city hubs, we offer you a carefully curated assortment of hotel accommodation, as well as, sightseeing and activities at each destination. See the famous sights or venture beyond the traditional tourist tracks – we’ll work with you to maximise your budget and time for the perfect vacation.
With cruise extensions, travellers can extend their holiday with a rail adventure before or after their river cruise. We offer an appealing selection of pre- and post-river cruises throughout Europe. Choose from exploring the magical fjords of Norway, the famed lakes of Switzerland, and the bustling city centres of Paris, Amsterdam, Munich, Berlin, and Budapest.
Take your trip beyond the itinerary by seamlessly adding additional city breaks, sightseeing or excursions anytime during your holiday. Enhance your journey with a day trip, such as one of Switzerland’s mountain peaks or an unforgettable visit to a glacier during your journey to the Canadian Rockies.
Customise Your Trip
Choose Excellence Class on the Glacier Express
Use your perk to upgrade to Excellence Class on the Glacier Express while experiencing our Scenic Switzerland from Birmingham holiday.
Upgrade Your Hotel Stay in Prague
Use your perk to upgrade your hotel stay while in Prague on our Grand Berlin, Prague, Vienna, and Budapest holiday.
Add on a Whiskey Experience
Add a Whiskey Experience tour while in Edinburgh with any of our Edinburgh holidays.
Breakfast at the Vatican and a Private Tour
Choose an experience of a lifetime and upgrade to breakfast and a private tour at the Vatican while on many of our holidays in Rome.
Upgrade Your Rail
Upgrade to a Private Sleeping Room while on our Coast-to-Coast North American holidays.
Add Extra Nights in Cairns
Add on Extra Nights in Cairns while experiencing our Best of Queensland from Sydney holiday.
Add on an Adventure to Remember
Enjoy an adventure with a Mahay's Jetboat - Wilderness Excursion available with our Grand Alaska Adventure with Alaska Railroad Northbound holiday.
Experience a Rail Holiday with Railbookers
Experience the ultimate rail holiday with Railbookers! With train arrivals in city centres, you can easily explore a multitude of activities, indulge in city sightseeing trips, savour food and drink experiences, and partake in private or small group tours. Customise and upgrade your holiday at any time, all while enjoying dedicated on-trip support. Don't wait—call Railbookers today and book your next unforgettable holiday.
Popular Sightseeing and Activities
Whether you're in these top destinations for a short amount of time or an extended time, here are popular sightseeing ideas and activities to further indulge your dream holiday.
Experience Switzerland's natural wonders and cultural treasures on sightseeing adventures from beautiful lakes surrounded by charming towns, to Europe's highest peaks in the Swiss Alps.
Italy brings centuries of history into combination with modern luxuries, delicious cuisine, and beautiful landscapes. Featuring cities such as Rome, Florence, Venice, Sorrento, and the Amalfi Coast, Railbookers can plan a trip of a lifetime.
From orange tree-lined streets, tapas, architectural delights, and cities with their own rhythm and culture, Spain is full of sightseeing and activities for everyone.
France offers a wealth of experiences, from the iconic landmarks of Paris to discovering charming towns and villages, indulging in world-renowned cuisine, and stunning coastal scenery.
Sightseeing throughout Austria offers a diverse range of experiences, from exploring historic cities like Vienna and Salzburg to enjoying outdoor activities in the Alps and indulging in delicious Austrian cuisine.
With approximately 7,000 registered historic buildings and over 75 museums covering diverse subjects such as Van Gogh and Vodka, there is truly something for every traveller's taste.
Portugal offers a diverse range of experiences, from admiring the intricate Manueline architecture in Lisbon to exploring the Douro Valley vineyards and tasting world-renowned port wine in Porto, and relaxing on the beaches of the Algarve.
Budapest, Hungary's capital, offers a picturesque view of its rich history on the banks of the mighty Danube River. The city is bisected by the waterway, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other.
Scotland is rich in history and steeped in tradition. From the stunning highlands to the bustling High Streets, Scotland promises to captivate you at every turn.
Castles, cliffs, causeways, coastlines, and culture! Ireland is full of exciting experiences and breathtaking views. Grab your Guinness or whiskey and get ready for some adventures.
Visit the beautiful coastal town of Cefalu with a tour from Palermo, and be amazed by its rich archaeological treasures and world-famous 12th-century Mosaics.
With 32 boroughs, it is a bustling megalopolis that seamlessly blends ancient history, important heritage, sleek modernism, and buzzing sophistication.
Embark on a remarkable South American adventure with Railbookers, exploring Peru's awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, cruising the enchanting Amazon River, and discovering the unique wildlife of the Galapagos Islands.
Experience the beauty of Alaska with its glacial waters, pure white peaks, and lush forests. Embark down the Inside Passage to uncover the majestic Juneau Icefields, the Tongass National Forest, and the ecosystems of Glacier Bay National Park.
Enjoy a ride on the iconic Maid of the Mist to Niagara Falls or on the legendary Rocky Mountaineer train to explore Canada's wilderness.
Discover the vibrant charm of Munich by visiting its famous landmarks such as Marienplatz, Neuschwanstein Castle, and the Nymphenburg Palace, or experience its lively beer culture at one of its many beer gardens.
Experience Krakow's historical landmarks such as Wawel Castle, St. Mary's Basilica, and the Main Market Square, or immerse yourself in its rich cultural heritage at the Kazimierz Jewish Quarter and the Schindler's Factory Museum.
Experience the best of New Zealand with Railbookers, whether you're here for a short stay or an extended holiday. Explore popular sightseeing attractions and activities tailored to make your dream trip unforgettable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make a reservation?
Call Railbookers to speak with one of our knowledgeable Rail Experts to book your perfect rail holiday, call your local travel advisor or submit an instant quote via the website.
Can I add on additional sightseeing or additional hotel nights?
Yes, you can add additional sightseeing activities and/or hotel nights to most existing rail trips we offer. When you speak with a Rail Expert, request an explanation of the upgrade options to your...
Can I upgrade to first-class rail on some or even all of my train journeys?
You certainly can. We know that many of our customers like to upgrade some or all of their train journeys to first-class. Upgrading will give you a larger seat, more legroom and even a meal and drinks...
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