Cruise and rail holidays in Europe
From medieval funiculars to the age of steam, Europe lays claim to much of the railway’s storied past. It's a rich heritage that lives on today, with the likes of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, resplendent in all the trappings of the golden age of travel. And, the Continent is also host to some of the world's greatest cruises. Sweep east on the Danube, showcase the medieval history of the Rhône and combine rustic villages with grand cities on the Rhine. Then, on the Mediterranean, there's Greek island hopping and the old-world glamour of the riverias.
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Take some extra time to indulge with one of the world’s most luxurious trains on a journey paired with a luxury stay amid the Gothic wonders of Prague.
This weeklong rail journey will see you travel in royal luxury between Andalucia's great Moorish cities, returning each evening to the fine dining, piano lounge and opulent cabins of the Al Andalus train.
Each year, the Orient Express takes an exclusive few on its original route, enjoying luxury stays and curated tours in France, Hungary and Romania en route to Istanbul at the gateway to Asia.
Hark back to the Grand Tours of the British gentry as you pair the fineries of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express with an opulent stay in the heart of the Italian Lakes.
Experience the world’s most iconic train, a luxurious stay in Verona and an all-inclusive, Uniworld Italian cruise, all wrapped up in one luxury holiday. Expect the finest service throughout.
Enjoy a stay in a luxury hotel in the heart of historic Florence, then indulge in fine wines and gourmet dining as you sweep through Europe aboard the world's most iconic train.
After a stay in a canal-side palace, reached by private water taxi, indulge with fine dining as you sweep through the Swiss Alps and through rural Europe to Brussels.
After a stay in a canal-side palace, reached by private water taxi, indulge with bar-car drinks and fine dining as you sweep over the Alps and through rural Europe to Amsterdam.
Sail among the treasures of Northern Italy in style on this all-inclusive cruise with Uniworld. Then, board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for the ultimate rail-and-cruise pairing.
Enjoy a slice of the high life as you pair the world's most iconic train with the glamour of France and Italy – a journey not to be missed.
Board the Venice Simplon-Orient Express from Venice to Amsterdam, followed by a luxury river cruise with AmaWaterways to discover Dutch tulip season.
Experience the very best of Italian culture and cuisine on this journey aboard luxury train, La Dolce Vita Orient Express, pairing the rolling vineyards of Tuscany with the ancient wonders of Rome.
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