I am delighted to introduce our brand-new Rail & Sail brochure, blending authentic sailing adventures in the Mediterranean with stunning train journeys through idyllic and diverse landscapes. Whether it be a luxurious add-on to enhance and elevate your holiday, or a means to ensuring the adventure eliminates the need to fly, there is something to suit everyone’s needs and preferences. The variations and options of travelling on the tracks are endless and we are delighted to showcase them to you.
Sail the stunning Greek Islands on board Star Flyer before stepping aboard the iconic and luxurious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Istanbul to Paris. This rail journey of a lifetime guarantees splendour and magnificence and will leave you speechless at every turn. For more aweinspiring sights, traverse the Puglian countryside, gliding through vineyards, olive groves and rolling hills as you journey west towards Rome. Combining this with an Amalfi Coast sailing allows you to experience extensive highlights of the beautiful region of Southern Italy. Embark the efficient yet exhilarating Eurostar from London to Paris, before heading onwards to the South of France to embark world’s largest tall-ship, Royal Clipper. This slowed-down approach to travel allows you to recalibrate, reset and recharge, ensuring that you are relaxed from the second you step foot on board our timeless tall ships. Explore jewels of the French Riviera, Corsica and Italy from the beautiful port of Nice, including Portofino and the quaint fishing village of Sanary-sur-Mer. We believe in the importance of the journey and are proud to showcase our stunning selection of varied rail-focused itineraries, to ensure your sailing is as memorable and meaningful as possible. We look forward to welcoming you on board very soon!
Warmest regards
Fay McCormack - General Manager
ATHENS & ISTANBUL STAYS, DELIGHTFUL DERVISHES SAIL & VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESS ISTANBUL TO PARIS
Departs 21st May 2026 | 16-night package | 2-nights in Athens | 7-nights aboard Star Flyer | 2-nights in Istanbul | 3-nights aboard Venice Simplon-Orient-Express | 1-night in Bucharest | 1-night in Budapest
Sailing visits: Piraeus, Port of Athens (Greece) | Mykonos (Greece) | Patmos (Greece) | Chios (Greece) | Dikili (Turkey) | Bozcaada (Turkey) | At Sea | Istanbul (Turkey)
Price includes return flights. 2-night stay at St. George Lycabettus. 7-nights full-board sailing. 2-night stay at Romance Hotel. 3-nights aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in a Historic Cabin to Paris, with an overnight stay in Bucharest and Budapest. Overseas transfers and port charges.
FROM £25,039PP
VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESS EXPERIENCE INCLUDES
COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFERS
Collection from Istanbul accommodation and transfer to the train station for check-in and departure. On arrival in Paris, transfer from the station to city accommodation.
LUXURIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Three nights aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, plus overnight stays in Bucharest and Budapest.
EXCITING EXCURSIONS
A city tour in Bucharest and Budapest, a Danube cruise, and a visit to Peleș Castle in Romania.
SOMMELIER WINES
All table d’hôte meals include a sommelier’s selection of wines when served in the restaurant cars.
FRENCH BREAKFASTS
Served in the cabin each morning for ultimate comfort.
DELICIOUS LUNCH
A sumptuous three-course lunch served aboard the train, with ever-changing views.
DEDICATED STEWARD SERVICE
Attentive service to ensure every need is met while travelling in style.
AUTHENTIC LOCAL CUISINE
Lunch and dinner in Budapest, a delightful dinner in Bucharest, and exquisite four-course dinners aboard the train, offering seasonal menus crafted with fresh, local ingredients.
SOUTHERN SPAIN
BY RAIL & SAIL
Departs 4th April 2026 | 15-night package | 2-nights in Seville | 2-nights in Cordoba | 2-nights in Granada 9-nights aboard Star Clipper
Sailing visits: Malaga (Spain) | Almeria (Spain) Cartagena (Spain) | Ibiza, Balearics Islands (Spain) | Mahon, Menorca, Balearic Islands (Spain) | At Sea | Cagliari, Sardinia (Italy) | At Sea | Gozo Island (Malta) | Valletta (Malta)
Price includes return flights, 2-night stay at Palace Sevilla Hotel, shared tour of Sevilla Alcazar and Sevilla Cathedral. First Class rail from Seville to Cordoba, 2-night stay at H10 Palacio Colomera Hotel, shared tour of Cordoba Mosque. First Class rail from Cordoba to Granada, 2-night stay at Hotel Melia Granada, shared tour of Alhambra and Nasrid Palaces. 9-nights full board sailing, overseas transfers and port charges. FROM £4,499PP
SWITZERLAND, THE BERNINA EXPRESS, LAKE GARDA & ROME SAIL
Departs 3rd May 2026 | 13-night package 1-night in Chur | 4-nights in Lake Garda 2-nights in Rome | 6-nights aboard Star Clipper
Sailing visits: Civitavecchia, Port of Rome (Italy) | At Sea | Lipari, Aeolian Islands (Italy) | Stromboli (Italy) Messina, Sicily (Italy) | Amalfi (Italy) | Ponza, Pontine Islands (Italy) | Civitavecchia, Port of Rome (Italy)
Price includes return flights. First Class rail from Zurich to Chur, 1-night stay at Hotel Stern Chur. Bernina Express to Tirano, Standard Class rail to Milan Centrale, First Class rail to Garda. 4-night stay at Park Hotel, shared boat tour from Desenzano del Garda and East Coast Tour of Lake Garda. First Class rail to Rome, 2-night stay at Hotel Independent. 6-nights full board sailing, selected overseas transfers and port charges.
FROM £4,399PP
THE GRAND TOUR & AMALFI SAIL
Departs 5th May 2026
11-night package | 2-nights in Venice 2-nights in Florence | 1-night in Rome 6-nights aboard Star Clipper
Sailing visits: Civitavecchia, Port of Rome (Italy) | At Sea | Lipari, Aeolian Islands (Italy) Stromboli, sailing in area (Italy) | Messina, Sicily (Italy) | Amalfi (Italy) | Ponza, Pontine Islands (Italy) | Civitavecchia, Port of Rome (Italy)
Price includes return flights, 2-night stay at Hotel Duodo, historical walking tour of Venice. First Class rail from Venice to Florence, 2-night stay at Ginori Al Duomo. First Class rail from Florence to Rome, 1-night stay at The Guardian Hotel. 6-nights full board sailing, overseas transfers and port charges.
AIX-EN-PROVENCE STAY & LIGURIAN SEA SAIL
Departs 12th May 2026 | 11-night package 4-nights in Aix-en-Provence 7-nights aboard Royal Clipper
Sailing visits: Nice (France) | Lerici (Italy) Portoferraio, Elba (Italy) | Sant’Amanza, Corsica (France) | Bonifacio, Corsica (France) Alghero, Sardinia (Italy) | Ajaccio, Corsica (France) | Monaco | Nice (France)
Price includes return rail from London. 4-night stay at Renaissance Aix-en-Provence Hotel, Luberon Villages Half-Day Tour and Cotes de Provence Wine Tour. First Class rail from Aix-en-Provence to Nice. 7-nights full board sailing, overseas transfers and port charges.
BARI STAY & AMALFI & SICILY SAIL
Departs 20th May 2026 10-night package | 3-nights in Bari 7-nights aboard Star Clipper
Sailing visits: Civitavecchia, Port of Rome (Italy) At Sea | Lipari, Aeolian Islands (Italy) | Stromboli, sailing in area (Italy) | Messina, Sicily (Italy) Amalfi (Italy) | Sorrento (Italy) | Ponza, Pontine Islands (Italy) | Civitavecchia, Port of Rome (Italy)
Price includes return flights, 3-night stay at Oriente Hotel Bari, shared tour of Alberobello and Matera. First Class rail from Bari to Rome. 7-nights full board sailing, overseas transfers and port charges. FROM £X,XXXPP Alternative dates and sailings available May-October 2026 FROM £3,899PP
ITALY, CROATIA & THE VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESS
Departs 30th May 2026 | 15-night package | 11-nights aboard Star Clipper 3-nights in Venice | 1-night aboard Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Sailing visits: Civitavecchia, Port of Rome (Italy) Ponza (Italy) | Amalfi (Italy) | Lipari, Aeolian Islands (Italy) | Taormina, Sicily (Italy) | Crotone (Italy) Otranto (Italy) | Monopoli (Italy) | Barletta (Italy) | At Sea | Rovinj (Croatia) | Venice (Italy)
Price includes one-way flight. 11-nights full board sailing, 3-night stay at Colombina Hotel, 1-night aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in a Historic Cabin to Paris. Eurostar from Paris to London St. Pancras (return flight alternative available on request), overseas transfers and port charges.
FROM £9,099PP
RIMINI & VENICE STAY, CROATIA & MONTENEGRO SAIL
Departs 30th June 2026 | 12-night package
3-nights in Rimini | 2-nights in Venice 7-nights aboard Royal Clipper
Visiting: Venice (Italy) | Pesaro (Italy)
Sibenik (Croatia) | Dubrovnik (Croatia) Kotor (Montenegro) | Vis, Komiza (Croatia) Rovinj (Croatia) | Venice (Italy)
Price includes return flights, 3-night stay at Hotel Villa Rosa Riviera. Rimini to San Marino full-day tour. First Class rail from Rimini to Venice (via Bologna), 1-night stay at Palazzo Veneziano – Venice Collection hotel. 7-nights full-board sailing, 1-night stay at Palazzo Veneziano – Venice Collection hotel, Discover Venice and Grand Canal Gondola ride guided tour, selected overseas transfers and port charges.
CORSICA & FRENCH
RIVIERA RAIL & SAIL
Departs 18th September 2026
8-night package | 1-night in Nice 7-nights aboard Royal Clipper
Visiting: Nice (France) | Portofino (Italy)
Propriano, Corsica (France) | Alghero, Sardinia (Italy) | L’lle Rousse, Corsica (France) | Sanarysur-Mer (France) | St. Tropez Beach Stop (France) St. Tropez Port (France) | Nice (France)
Price includes return rail from London St. Pancras, 1-night stay at Hotel Apollinaire, 7-nights full board sailing, overseas transfers and port charges.
