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TGV Trains

Introduced in 1981, France's TGV (Train à Grande Vitesse) was the original European high-speed train. Linking Paris with Lyon, the new service revolutionised train travel and meant that travelling by air over medium and short distances was no longer seen as the best option, even for business travel.

The network has expanded rapidly and today these sleek, stylish trains offer links to over 60 destinations throughout France. Operated by SNCF, the French national rail operator, TGV trains travel over specially-constructed high speed lines. The trains can achieve speeds of up to 186mph (300km/h) on most long distance routes and 200mph (320km/h) on the new TGV Est line, which links Paris with Strasbourg, Luxembourg and Basel. With the exception of shorter journeys, TGVs almost always have an on-board buffet car, serving a selection of drinks and light refreshments.

Our customers love our TGV tours

Glacier Express & The Majestic Rhine

17/Sep

Ian B - Surrey

“Tour manager Jill was absolutely brilliant from the start. The service, food and accommodation were all five star, and the rail trips and cruise were fabulous.

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Highlights of Tuscany

16/Sep

D & M

“Although we were not able to participate in all of the holiday due to my wife being hospitalised the tour manager, Hotel and Great Rail Journeys were excellent with their care.

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Portugal and the Douro

15/Sep

Mr Michael Edwards

“A brilliant holiday. Each place we visited was more exciting than the last. I want to see them all again. The organisation was perfect, the tour manager was helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. The hotels were excellent and close enough to the centres and the balance of free time to organised trips...

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Jungfrau Express All Inclusive

15/Sep

Yvonne Yates

“This is an amazing trip. Our group numbered 30 and our Tour Manager was brilliant. This holiday includes so much whilst still incorporating two free days to do your own thing. The Swiss rail pass was great too as rail travel in Switzerland is superb. As a solo traveller I...

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Classic Swiss Alps and the Jungfrau Express

11/Sep

Nicola Isaac

“Brilliant from start to finish ??

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Provence and The Elegant Rhône

10/Sep

Catharina Bekker

“The whole trip was excellent. All Great Railways Staffa, managers were professional and helpful. The local guides were very informative and really made a difference when we visited the Towns , museums and the Camargue Delta.

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Mont Blanc Express and Rhône Cruise

10/Sep

Jeannie Seymour

“A well organised and thoroughly enjoyable holiday from beginning to end. We were well looked after by the Tour Managers; excursions were informative and interesting; food and service, excellent.

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Five-Star Carcassonne, Châteaux & Vineyards

7/Sep

Keith Wright

“This was our first taste of Great Rail and what an excellent experience!! Yes it was a long journey but the location was fantastic. The excursions and the free time to do our own thing was well balanced and the tour manager very attentive. Based on this we are now...

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First-Class Grand Alpine Explorer

1/Sep

Mark Lucas

“The value for the experience is well worth the investment. Great organization and follow through. I would recommend this product to anyone interested in an exceptional travel experience.

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