Rail Holidays UK
(Updated for 2020 Journeys)

UK rail holidays are becoming more popular than ever before, and with a number of exceptional journeys aboard some of the world’s most luxurious trains, it’s easy to see why. Brits are taking to the trains for a special day trip, being whisked away for a weekend or enjoying a fully-fledged holiday.

A train holiday in the UK is far more than sitting in a carriage for hours on end. Many holidays top at some of the country’s best destinations to allow you to explore by yourself or for a private tour of a stately home or garden. You’re treated to the very best luxury, with complimentary drinks, multiple courses of the finest cuisine and even entertainment on board.

If you choose for a sleeper train for a rail holiday that lasts a few days up to a week, then you’ll also be treated to luxurious private accommodation complete with en-suite. Imagine a five-star hotel on wheels; that’s precisely what a UK rail holiday is all about, and here at LuxuryTrainTickets.com, we’ve got some of the best deals on the best train vacations in the UK.

UK Rail Holiday Offers, Deals & Discounts

Because UK rail holidays are so popular, prices tend to be fixed whether you book direct with companies such as Northern Belle or Belmond or with a travel agent. Here at LuxuryTrainTickts.com however, we’re able to offer generous discounts on EVERY UK train journey available.
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Train Holidays UK Discount Code

Simply use code ‘UKRAIL5’ for a 5% discount on ANY of our train journeys in England, Ireland or Scotland.

The Best UK Rail Holidays

We’ve defined the best UK rail holidays as one’s that offer a lot for little money. With so many tours on offer in the UK and many trains available at different levels of luxury, the price point for holidays can vary massively from £200 per ticket to £10,000+ for ultra-luxurious sleeper trains.

That said you must bear in mind that everything is included in the price. You accommodation, every meal, sometimes even trips to locations are all paid for up-front, making rail holidays very easy to budget for.

Also, most UK rail holidays don’t need to be paid in full. At LuxuryTrainTickets.com for example, you can request to pay a deposit and pay the rest later, or pay in instalments. Simply contact our complimentary concierge service who will be happy to organise this for you at no additional code.

BONUS: For the ultimate journey, see our Orient Express Deals

Cheap Rail Holidays UK

You don’t need to spend thousands to enjoy a luxurious UK rail holiday. Tickets can cost as little as £200 per person for a day trip aboard an authentic 1930’s style train, similar to the Orient Express. These journeys may not stop at a specific destination, but allow you to enjoy the glorious British countryside and multiple courses of fine cuisine as you dine in style.

These cheap UK rail holidays depart from all over the UK and offer a large variety of themes and journeys. A popular option for our passengers is to perhaps book a day trip but stay in a local hotel the night before, making a leisurely weekend of it. Take a look at our cheap rail holidays below, and don’t forget to add your ‘UKRAIL5’ discount code for 5% off the advertised prices.

2020 UK Rail Holidays

With UK train travel being so popular, we highly recommend booking in advance. Therefore we’re pleased to offer journeys up to a year in advance to ensure you get the journey you want and to help you plan ahead. Most train tours don’t need booking too far in advance, a few months is usually ample time and most will even allow for a few weeks ahead where you may be able to find a last minute ticket bargain.

New journeys are being announced all the time and we’re constantly adding new dates to existing holidays as well. If you have something in mind and would rather we did the work for you, our complimentary concierge service can find you the perfect journey and notify you when tickets are available, as soon as they are announced.

Rail Holidays in Scotland

Some of the very best train holidays in the world can be found in Scotland. Aboard the Belmond Royal Scotsman, rail holidays in Scotland offer breath-taking views as you meander through the highlands in unrivalled 1930’s opulence. Holidays tend to last three to seven days, during which time you visit some of Scotland’s highlights, experience private tours of stately homes, gardens and distilleries, while back on board you’re treated to nothing less than five-star luxury.

The Belmond Royal Scotsman is a luxury sleeper train, very much in the style of the Orient Express. The carriages are made from fine woods and fabrics, and a 24-hour steward service ensure you always have everything you could possibly want. Your private accommodation is nothing short of exceptional and even includes a private en-suite.

Prices are higher than that of a train holiday in England, however this is the next level in luxury and holidays tend to last much longer and include far more extras. Think of a holiday aboard the Royal Scotsman as a once-in-a-lifetime journey aboard the Orient Express, except without the need to travel to mainland Europe.

Rail Holidays in Ireland

Ireland also has its very own Orient Express style luxury train, the Belmond Grand Hibernian. Lavished in luxury, a rail holiday in Ireland combines the finest levels of grandeur with beautiful landscapes and some truly memorable locations.

Travelling across the emerald isle, a rail holiday in Ireland takes you to some of the country’s most beautiful locations and offers bespoke tours of homes, gardens and even boat tours to go seal watching. All tours are of course optional and if you prefer to spend time aboard one of the most luxurious trains in the world, you are welcome to do so.

The Belmond Grand Hibernian is perfect for a train holiday in Ireland. Not too dissimilar from the Orient Express, the Grand Hibernian is lavished with luxury throughout every carriage, including your very own private accommodation. Suites are similar to those found in the world’s most glamorous hotels, with fine fabrics and wood panelling, as well as your very own en-suite.

Benefits of a rail holiday

A rail holiday is a truly unique way to spend your vacation. Rather than the hassle of flights and passports, a train holiday is far more relaxed and offers levels of luxury you simply wouldn’t find anywhere else on Earth. Short from staying in an ultra-luxurious hotel, a rail holiday embodies traditional 1920’s or 1930’s opulence, ensuring your every need is taken care of.

Rail holidays are also range in terms of length from a day to a week and offer exceptional value for money when you factor in the accommodation, food and all the tours included within the price. Plus, with many trains running holidays in England, Scotland and Ireland, there are a vast amount of journeys to choose from throughout the year.

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Benefits of a UK rail holiday include:

• More relaxed than a traditional holiday
• Great value when you factor in accommodation, food & extras
• Large range of journeys to suite every budget
• Orient Express levels of luxury found no-where else
• Some exceptional sights pass right by your window
• 24-hour steward service for all your needs
• Private accommodation with en-suite
• Holidays across England, Scotland & Ireland
• Exclusive private tours of stately homes, gardens & distilleries
• Discounts available at LuxuryTrainTickets.com