A railselect.com holiday offers more than just luxurious hotels in Europe's best locations - we believe that your holiday should begin as soon as you board the train. Make your journey part of your holiday with a network of comfortable, efficient and reliable rail services that offer a more civilized alternative to flying. Wherever possible, railselect.com holidays include first class rail travel and private transfers to and from the railway station, allowing you to relax and really enjoy your journey.
The Rail Travel section of the website is here to give you more information on this aspect of your railselect.com holiday. From descriptions of our favourite scenic routes to information on all the types of train you might encounter on your trip, simply follow one of the links below to find the information you require.
We have drawn on the experience of our partners at Great Rail Journeys to create our Holiday Ideas pages, containing a series of suggested itineraries. In each itinerary, we have picked a selection of complementary cities and hotels, allowing you to experience everything from a quick jaunt across the Channel to a voyage of discovery through Europe’s imperial capitals. These itineraries are available to book directly from this section if the dates available suit you, or you can enter alternative dates to view the price of an instantly updated itinerary.
The Train Types pages will give you a valuable insight into what to expect when travelling on European trains. You can view images and read about every type of train you are likely to encounter on a railselect.com holiday.
We have also put together a Practical Information section, dealing with some of the things you might wish to know before you leave - especially if you haven't travelled by rail in Europe before.
The Scenic Journeys section can help provide you with inspiration for planning your holiday. Read about the best places to admire Europe’s tranquil lakes, soaring mountainous peaks and winding rivers, all from the comfort of your train.
Finally, read all about Eurostar's new home at St. Pancras International and the effects this will have on your journey.