Your UK Rail Holiday Awaits

Eleanor Howard • 25 March 2026
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Travel through some of the UK’s most beautiful places this summer, from the Scottish Highlands and Orkney to the Lake District and Isle of Man, with iconic railways and stunning scenery to enjoy along the way.



The Far North and Orkney – Thursday 28 May to Friday 5 June 

A scenic adventure through the Scottish Highlands, Orkney, and historic railways.

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English Lake District – Thursday 4 June to Tuesday 9 June

A delightful tour of the English Lake District by steam train and yacht.

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Argyll, Mull and Iona – Wednesday 10 June to Thursday 18 June

A holiday through the Scottish Highlands and Islands, exploring lochs, castles and wildlife.

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The Isle of Man Adventure – Friday 12 June to Thursday 18 June

A delightful trip around the Isle of Man with historic railways.

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Arran and Kintyre – Saturday 20 June to Friday 26 June 

Discover Western Scotland with visits to the Isle of Arran and Kintyre.

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The Cock O’the North – Thursday 25 June to Wednesday 1 July 

A rail tour of Scotland’s Highlands, featuring the iconic Jacobite Steam Train and the Isle of Skye.

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View all our UK rail holidays here or browse our digital e-brochures.



For details or to reserve your place, call 01553 661 500 or email enquiries@railwaytouring.co.uk

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