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European Rail & River Cruise Holidays

A rail and river cruise is the perfect way to take a holiday, allowing you to sit back and relax as you pass effortlessly through different countries,drifting by spectacular scenery and stopping at quaint towns and historical cities along the way.

Corinth Canal, Greek Islands & Istanbul

Santorini Greece An unforgettable cruise visiting idyllic Islands and magical cities including Istanbul. One of the many highlights of this cruise is a journey through the fascinating Corinth Canal.
11 Days From: £899
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Cruise the Rhine to Switzerland

Rhine Our most popular cruise that attracts bookings before we've printed our next brochure! Its renown is no surprise since our border-hopping route wends its way through the romantic Rhine Gorge of Germany, the scenic Alsace region of France and into the northern mountain slopes of Switzerland.
10 Days From: £924
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Dutch Towns & Waterways

Riverside There's much more to Holland than windmills, clogs and tulip fields. Our relaxing springtime cruise around the IJsselmeer and its tributaries will reveal a variety of attractions that are all within easy reach of our berthing ports.The quaint harbours and fishing villages that we moor at are attractions in themselves with their rows of brightly painted gabled buildings.
7 Days From: £624
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Elegant Elbe, Berlin& Prague

Riverside The Elbe River is the gateway to Eastern Europe,which takes you on a fascinating journey through breathtaking natural landscapes and an exciting variety of medieval towns and cities.
11 Days From: £1,499
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Floriade & Bulbfields Spectacular

Tulips Indulge your senses in the fascinating Floriade Festival, one of the finest horticultural exhibitions. This is an event that only takes place once every 10 years and 2012 is set to be the most exciting to date, featuring a daily programme of music, dance, literature, theatre and visual art from around the world.
4 Days From: £454
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Iberian Coasts, Rail & Cruise

Genoa, Italy This enchanting cruise combines Mediterranean shores and cities with a range of attractions in Gibraltar, which lies at the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula, where Europe meets Africa. Visiting the countries of Spain, Morocco and Italy, it's a chance to experience an exciting variety of cultures and traditions whilst seeing some of the world's most beautiful destinations.
10 Days From: £729
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Magical Moselle

Riverside Fall under the spell of the magical Moselle as we follow its meandering course between the cities of Koblenz and Trier. Valley hillsides, fine vineyards that produce world class wines and fairy tale castles that stand high above the water are the centrepieces of this beautiful region, which is highlighted by seasonal colours that capture the eye and the imagination.
7 Days From: £704
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Majestic Four Rivers Rail & Cruise

Riverside Open your heart and mind to the diverse influences of the mighty River Rhine,whose strength is drawn from the European rivers that feed it. On its journey from the mountains of Switzerland to the flatter landscape of the Netherlands, the Rhine links diverse landscapes and cultures.
9 Days From: £864
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Morocco & Spain, Rail & Cruise

Cadiz City House Arabian nights and Spanish delights will enchant on this exciting itinerary. Cruising the Mediterranean to meet the Atlantic Ocean, discover the magic of Morocco with visits to the 'White City' of Tangier and world famous Casablanca, before stopping at Andalusia, Murcia and Catalonia for the perfect taste of Spain.
10 Days From: £729
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Paris to Honfleur, Seine Valley Rail & Cruise

Rhine From the romantic city of Paris, to the attractive harbour town of Honfleur on the Normandy coast, the River Seine gently flows across the north of France.
5 Days From: £854
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Rhine & Moselle Highlights

Riverside See the highlights of the Rhine and Moselle on one fabulous cruise. From the mystic charm and legends of the Rhine Gorge to the verdant vineyards of the Moselle,we cruise the waters of these two famous rivers, stopping at towns and villages along the way to explore the area and experience local tradition and delicacies.
9 Days From: £844
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Rhine Discovery

Riverside The beauty of the Rhine River Valley is enhanced with a kaleidoscope of year round colour, from the lush greens of spring, to vibrant reds and oranges heralding the autumn. Amongst this canvas of colour are rich vineyards and the castles - an unmistakable feature of the landscape - which reveal a long history, entwined with myths and legends.
5 Days From: £484
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Rhine Explorer - Especially For You

Riverside Explore the heart of the legendary Rhine Valley on this great value cruise, with all cabins aboard the mps Lady Anne being offered for single occupancy at no extra charge. Whatever your reason for travelling alone, you can take advantage of this exclusive offer and enjoy all the benefits of a relaxing cruise in the comfort of your own cabin.
5 Days From: £554
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Rhine in Flames Andernach-Bonn

Riverside Welcome to our illuminating cruises of the Rhine and Moselle Valleys on board mps Amsterdam and mps Lady Anne.The narrow Rhine Gorge that surrounds the mystical Lorelei Rock hosts a stupendous display of fireworks to celebrate the harvest of Riesling grapes that are turned into the delicious wines gracing our tables.
8 Days From: £734
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Rhine in Flames Cologne

Rhine Welcome to our illuminating cruises of the Rhine and Moselle Valleys on board mps Amsterdam and mps Lady Anne.The narrow Rhine Gorge that surrounds the mystical Lorelei Rock hosts a stupendous display of fireworks to celebrate the harvest of Riesling grapes that are turned into the delicious wines gracing our tables.
8 Days From: £814
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Rhine Valley Turkey & Tinsel

Riverside A real cracker of a Rhineland holiday is guaranteed when you join our pre-Christmas Turkey & Tinsel cruise. Like-minded indulgers in festive food and entertainment believe our five day cruise through the scenic and atmospheric Rhine Gorge, with its on board programme of fun-filled revelry, to be the perfect antidote to those dreary British November days.
5 Days From: £444
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Scottish Highlands Rail & Cruise

Riverside Discover the eternal beauty of the Scottish Highlands and the Western Isles on this captivating 8 day cruise.Our journey begins with tranquil lochs, legendary castles and magnificent peaks as we travel through a breathtaking landscape, followed by the chance to step ashore the Isles of Mull, Iona, Eigg and Skye and experience the unique quality of life and tradition of these Inner Hebridean jewels.
8 Days From: £1739
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American Rail & Cruise Holidays

Hand-picked destinations throughout America are connected by legendary rail routes and scenic cruise ships to create the perfect rail-cruise holiday.

A Journey to Colonial America

Rail-cruise holiday to French Canada, New England and America’s East Coast featuring visits to Quebec, Massachusetts, New York, Washington, DC and Virginia
19 Days From: £1,293
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California Zephyr & Mexico Cruise

Pair a train journey across America’s western frontier with a 10-day Mexico cruise for the perfect fun-in-the-sun rail-cruise holiday. Beginning in Chicago, board the legendary California Zephyr for the journey across the Colorado Rockies and Sierra Nevada Mountains to San Francisco.
14 days From: £1,528
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Coast Starlight with Alaska Cruise to Glacier Bay

Dazzling Pacific coastline and Alaska’s scenic Inside Passage including scenic Glacier Bay are highlights of this spectacular rail-cruise holiday.
10 Days From: £1,348
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Chicago, New Orleans & Caribbean Cruise

Escape to sun, surf and sand on this 12-day rail-cruise adventure. Travel to New Orleans by train on Amtrak’s renowned City of New Orleans and spend two days lapping up southern hospitality in the “Big Easy” before boarding the Navigator of the Seas for a 7-night Caribbean cruise to Mexico, Grand Cayman and Jamaica.
12 Days From: £1,321
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Empire Builder, Glacier & Alaska Cruise

Experience the beauty of America’s Pacific Northwest on this 15-day rail-cruise holiday.
15 days From: £2,063
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Empire Builder with Alaska Cruise to Glacier Bay

The iconic Empire Builder train takes you across America’s northern prairie states to Seattle, where you will board your Holland America cruise ship for a scenic sailing through Alaska’s Inside Passage.
11 Days From: £1,449
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New Orleans/West Caribbean Rail-Cruise Holiday

The Cajun French have a saying: “Laissez les bon temps rouler,”—let the good times roll—and you’ll be doing just that on this rail-cruise holiday that includes rail travel from Chicago to New Orleans and a cruise to Mexico, Belize and Honduras.
11 Days From: £1,419
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