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Leave winter behind for an adventure under the sun

Winter Sun Holidays

Winter has its charms, but as the nights grow longer and the temperatures drop, you may start longing for sunshine and warmth. At Great Rail Journeys, we offer a fantastic selection of winter holidays designed to tempt you with a dose of winter sun. Many of our itineraries take you beyond Europe to exotic destinations, where grand adventures complement the weather. You could be spotting tigers on an Indian safari, exploring the wild landscapes of New Zealand or Australia, or visiting a wonder of the world, Machu Picchu. What they all share is a warm, pleasant climate during the UK's winter and plenty of time to soak up the sun.

Like all our tours, our winter sun holidays are led by friendly, professional Tour Managers and include unforgettable moments by rail. Imagine the possibilities as you depart from London Heathrow, bound for the jungles and cultural cities of Vietnam and Cambodia, India's stunning Golden Triangle, or New Zealand's fjords. Whether you fancy a break on Australia's diverse coastlines or while exploring South America, you can escape the UK this winter and enjoy a memorable winter sun holiday. With a vast collection of tours and departures throughout the season, you're sure to find your perfect winter sun holiday.

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Taj Mahal, AgraTaj Mahal, AgraTaj Mahal, AgraTaj Mahal, AgraTaj Mahal, Agra
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4.8 stars(501 reviews)
2026MarAprSepOctNovDec
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Follow in the footsteps of maharajas on our bestselling Indian tour, uncovering the gems of India's Golden Triangle and the former colonial retreat of Shimla. Embrace the many wonders of this mystical country on this unrivalled overland journey. Enjoy the bustle of Delhi's bazaars on a rickshaw ride, visit Shimla to uncover the former summer...

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Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong DeltaVietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong DeltaVietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong DeltaVietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong DeltaVietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong Delta
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4.7 stars(177 reviews)
2026MarAprSepOctNovDec
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Discover the delights of Vietnam and Cambodia on this incredible grand tour, travelling from bustling Hanoi to the ancient temples of Siem Reap. Delight in the beauty of Ha Long Bay on an overnight cruise, and ride in a Violette cabin aboard the Reunification Express train along Vietnam's coast, visiting regal Hue and pretty Hoi An before ...

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Sri Lanka, Temples and TeaSri Lanka, Temples and TeaSri Lanka, Temples and TeaSri Lanka, Temples and TeaSri Lanka, Temples and Tea
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4.8 stars(45 reviews)
2026MarOctNov
2027JanFebMarOctNov

Explore the 'Pearl of the Indian Ocean' on a small-group tour of beautiful Sri Lanka. Uncover ancient monuments and captivating temples such as Sigiriya Lion Rock fortress, the ancient capital of Polonnaruwa, and an ornate temple said to contain one of Buddha's teeth on this unspoilt island of tropical forests and golden beaches. While...

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Fiordland National ParkFiordland National ParkFiordland National ParkFiordland National ParkFiordland National Park
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4.6 stars(76 reviews)
2026MarOctNovDec
2027JanFebMarOctNov

Discover New Zealand's dynamic cities, extraordinary national parks, spectacular alpine mountains, glacial lakes and breathtaking Fiordland on this extensive tour of the North and South Islands. This epic adventure combines the greatest features of this wonderful country in one holiday: superb railways, incredible landscapes and the warm...

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Blue MountainsBlue MountainsBlue MountainsBlue MountainsBlue Mountains
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4.6 stars(42 reviews)
2026MarSepOctNov
2027FebMarSepOctNov

Join us on an epic adventure into this vast, vibrant and varied land to experience Australia's spectacular natural wonders, from the rainforests of tropical Cairns and kaleidoscopic colours of the Great Barrier Reef to the burnished red tones of the ancient sacred site of Uluru. Explore laid-back Adelaide and its world-acclaimed wine region...

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Cape Town, the Blue Train & KrugerCape Town, the Blue Train & KrugerCape Town, the Blue Train & KrugerCape Town, the Blue Train & KrugerCape Town, the Blue Train & Kruger
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4.6 stars(47 reviews)
2026MarOctNov
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Discover the highlights of South Africa as we journey aboard the luxurious Blue Train from Cape Town to Pretoria. Beginning in Cape Town, ride to the top of Table Mountain, meet the friendly African penguins of Boulders Bay, and sample wines amid the scenic Stellenbosch Valley winelands. This spectacular holiday includes two nights on the...

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Amritsar Golden TempleAmritsar Golden TempleAmritsar Golden TempleAmritsar Golden TempleAmritsar Golden Temple
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2027FebMarOctNov

From Punjab to the banks of the Ganges, embark on an unforgettable journey through spiritual locations in northern India. Experience the cultural hearts of Sikhism and Buddhism by witnessing the enchanting Palki ceremony at the Golden Temple in Amritsar and visiting Dharamshala. Tour a vast tea estate in the foothills of the Himalayas and...

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Kerala & Exoctic Southern IndiaKerala & Exoctic Southern IndiaKerala & Exoctic Southern IndiaKerala & Exoctic Southern IndiaKerala & Exoctic Southern India
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2026OctNov
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This unforgettable tour of colourful southern India explores exciting cities, stunning Hindu temples, atmospheric mountain plantations and tranquil backwaters. After a night in Bengaluru, we soak up Mysuru's awe-inspiring royal palace and the charms of botanic Ooty before the tea plantations of Coonoor on the Nilgiri Mountain Railway. ...

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The Maharajas ExpressThe Maharajas ExpressThe Maharajas ExpressThe Maharajas ExpressThe Maharajas Express
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4.8 stars(14 reviews)
2026MarOct
2027JanFebMar

Retrace the steps of Indian princes aboard the Maharajas' Express - one of the world's most luxurious trains. Starting and ending in Delhi, this remarkable journey takes in the former summer capital of Shimla and the spiritual city of Amritsar, where we witness the Wagah Border Ceremony and the Palki procession at the Golden Temple. ...

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Halong BayHalong BayHalong BayHalong BayHalong Bay
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4.6 stars(19 reviews)
2026SepOctNov
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Discover the stand-out sights and diverse destinations of Vietnam on this southeastern Asian adventure. Enjoy a street-food experience in Vietnam's capital, Hanoi, and a serene overnight cruise amongst the jungle-draped islands of Ha long Bay. Travelling on the Reunification Express allows us to uncover the laid-back delights of coastal Hue...

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Victoria FallsVictoria FallsVictoria FallsVictoria FallsVictoria Falls
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4.5 stars(20 reviews)
2026FebAprSepNov
2027JanFebAug

Embark on a sensational tour of southern Africa, from the glorious Victoria Falls to the multicultural city of Cape Town. Packed with iconic sights - Table Mountain, Cape Town's wine region and the Garden Route - this extensive tour also features fantastic wildlife viewing in Botswana's Chobe National Park and Nambiti Reserve in Kwa-Zulu...

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Leopard Leopard Leopard Leopard Leopard
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2027FebMarOctNov

Sri Lanka is a majestic land off the beaten tourist path with a culturally rich and colourful past awaiting discovery. Get acquainted with its Buddhist symbolism, vast jungles and ancient destinations on this grand journey of discovery. From five-star hotel bases, search for Sri Lankan wildlife in Wilpattu and Yala National Parks and...

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The Maharajas’ Express, Golden Temple & Shimla
9/Feb
E Currie Jones
5 stars
“First class all the way, superb eperience. Fabuous hotels, trains and catering. Seeing the sights in comfort is definitely recommended. Do take care as India is not the best place for health and safety; though people are helpful and friendly everywhere. Crowds noise and heavy traffic with pollution in cities like...
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India’s Golden Triangle, Tigers & Shimla
9/Feb
Claire
5 stars
“Wonderful trip ! Great value for money and the tour manager (Bob) and Indian guide ( Sanjay ) were fantastic . Every hotel was lovely and all the experiences we could have wanted were included . Great Rail Journeys did a super job of organising and it was great fun...
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Grand Tour of Sri Lanka
9/Feb
Carol Collinson
5 stars
“Although the recent cyclone has disrupted the railways we still had an amazing holiday. Very well organised coach replacement and extra trips.
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Grand Tour of Vietnam & Cambodia
8/Feb
Martin
5 stars
“My Wife and I had a Unforgettable holiday, Oliver our tour manager was extremely organised. We had a large group who we got on great with, the only fly in the ointment was the night train which we found impossible to sleep on, but others slept really well. We decided...
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Grand Tour of New Zealand
4/Jan
E Dowling
5 stars
“Wonderful jam-packed adventure.
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Victoria Falls, Cape Town & Botswana Safari
08 Oct 2025
C Stretch
5 stars
“wonderful!
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Ultimate Australia
22 Dec 2025
BLJ
4 stars
“A well organised tour which I extremely enjoyed for its organisation, diversity and interesting tours, although some in a couple of the Australian cities were completely in the wrong order. Also a few niggling issues both relating to me personally and with some of the accommodation should have been checked...
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Cape Town, the Blue Train & Kruger National Park
18 Dec 2025
P Elliott
4 stars
“Superb tour, sadly let down by the underwhelming experience of the Blue Train, which, in our opinion, is not worthy of the ‘luxury’ tag. Hence 4 stars instead of 5. The rest of the tour was brilliant, esp. Kruger. This was our 11th tour with Great Rail, and we’ve 4...
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Highlights of Vietnam
22 Nov 2025
D Wilson
4 stars
“Very interesting and lots to see as advertised, but not restful
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