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    At Distant Journeys, we have a series of incredible rail journeys across our destinations and award-winning tours, including some of the world’s most famous. From Australia’s legendary Ghan to South Africa’s Rovos Rail or Blue Train and Canada’s Rocky Mountaineer, these unforgettable rail tours offer lasting memories and a truly unique way to explore. We also have some shorter rail journeys on many of our tours, all of which are chosen to show you the very best our holiday destinations have to offer, from magnificent views to cultural encounters, with the chance to travel like a local.

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    The Very Best of Australia
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    Australia

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    The Very Best of Australia

    • Full day excursion to the Great Barrier Reef
    • Experience Uluru at sunset and sunrise
    • Overnight on the Ghan to tropical Darwin

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Feb 2026 - Nov 2027

    29 days

    Prices from £8,395 Per person

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    The Very Best of South Africa
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    South Africa

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    The Very Best of South Africa

    • 2-nights onboard the luxury Blue Train
    • Go on safari in Kruger National Park
    • Tour the scenic Panorama Route

    Save £200 per person

    Jan 2026 - Nov 2027

    25 days

    Prices from £6,895 Per person

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    New Zealand by Rail, Road & Sea
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    New Zealand

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    New Zealand by Rail, Road & Sea

    • Three scenic NZ rail journeys
    • Cruise on Lake Wakatipu
    • Winery lunch and tastings

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Jan 2026 - Apr 2027

    27 days

    Prices from £6,995 Per person

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    Grand Canadian Rockies
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    Canada

    Grand Canadian Rockies

    • Admire the majestic landscapes of the Canadian Rockies at a leisurely pace
    • Rail journey aboard the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer
    • Stay at the spectacular Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

    Save £150 per person

    May 2026 - Aug 2026

    14 days

    Prices from £7,495 Per person

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    Wonders of Australia
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    Australia

    Wonders of Australia

    • Overnight on the legendary Ghan
    • Full day on the Great Barrier Reef
    • Sydney Harbour lunch cruise

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Feb 2026 - Oct 2027

    23 days

    Prices from £7,195 Per person

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    Spirit of India by Rail
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    India

    Spirit of India by Rail

    • Visit the iconic Taj Mahal
    • Go in search of tigers in Ranthambore National Park
    • Journey to Shimla on the iconic Toy Train

    Save up to £200 per person

    Jan 2026 - Sept 2027

    15 days

    Prices from £2,495 Per person

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    Deccan Odyssey’s Cultural Discovery
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    India

    Deccan Odyssey’s Cultural Discovery

    • The Golden Temple of Amritsar
    • Experience the Wagah-Attari border ceremony
    • Visit the iconic Taj Mahal

    Save up to £200 per person

    Nov 2025 - Apr 2027

    16 days

    Prices from £6,795 Per person

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    Deccan Odyssey’s Grand Heritage
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    India

    Deccan Odyssey’s Grand Heritage

    • Visit the iconic Taj Mahal
    • Safari in Ranthambore National Park
    • Join a Thar Desert Camel Ride

    Save up to £200 per person

    Nov 2025 - Apr 2027

    14 days

    Prices from £6,595 Per person

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    African Rail Adventure
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    South Africa, Zimbabwe, Mozambique

    African Rail Adventure

    • 11-nights all-inclusive on Rovos Rail
    • Visit 4 countries in Southern Africa
    • Numerous safaris in search of the Big Five

    Save £200 per person

    Jan 2026 - Nov 2027

    17 days

    Prices from £8,395 Per person

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    Namibian Rail Safari
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    South Africa, Namibia

    Namibian Rail Safari

    • Game drives in Etosha National Park
    • Visit a cheetah conservation project
    • Experience the red sand dunes of the Sossusvlei

    Save £200 per person

    Feb 2026 - May 2027

    17 days

    Prices from £9,595 Per person

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    South African Rail Discovery
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    South Africa

    South African Rail Discovery

    • Sightseeing tour in Durban
    • Game drives in Kruger National Park, Hluhluwe-Imfolozi National Park, Spionkop Game Reserve and Addo Game Reserve
    • 12-nights on board Rovos Rail

    Save £200 per person

    Oct 2026 - Oct 2027

    17 days

    Prices from £8,295 Per person

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    Grand African Rail Journey
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    South Africa, Tanzania, Botswana

    Grand African Rail Journey

    • Game drives in Madikwe Game Reserve
    • Sightseeing tours in Victoria Falls, Makambako and Pretoria
    • Sunset River Cruise at Victoria Falls

    Save £200 per person

    Jan 2026 - Oct 2027

    21 days

    Prices from £12,995 Per person

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    Spectacular South Africa including Rovos Rail
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    South Africa

    Spectacular South Africa including Rovos Rail

    • Three day, all-inclusive on Rovos Rail
    • Visit two private game reserves
    • View Table Mountain and Cape of Good Hope

    Save £200 per person

    Jan 2026 - Aug 2027

    18 days

    Prices from £5,495 Per person

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    Deccan Odyssey’s Indian Adventure
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    India

    Deccan Odyssey’s Indian Adventure

    • Witness the Taj Mahal at sunrise
    • Explore Amritsar’s Golden Temple
    • Ride the luxurious Deccan Odyssey train

    Save £200 per person

    Nov 2026 - Apr 2027

    14 days

    Prices from £5,695 Per person

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    Grand Canadian Rockies & Alaskan Cruise
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    Canada, Alaska

    Grand Canadian Rockies & Alaskan Cruise

    • Explore the awe-inspiring natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies
    • Experience unrivalled service and scenery on board Rocky Mountaineer
    • Scenic seven-night cruise in Alaska

    Save £150 per person

    May 2026 - Aug 2026

    21 days

    Prices from £8,645 Per person

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    New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea & The Very Best of Australia
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    Australia, New Zealand

    New Zealand by Rail, Road and Sea & The Very Best of Australia

    • Three scenic NZ rail journeys
    • Visit Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
    • Full day on the Great Barrier Reef

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Jan 2026 - Jan 2027

    50 days

    Prices from £13,295 Per person

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    The Very Best of New Zealand & The Very Best of Australia
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    Australia, New Zealand

    The Very Best of New Zealand & The Very Best of Australia

    • Sydney Harbour lunch cruise
    • All-inclusive overnight on The Ghan
    • Cruise on Milford Sound

    Homebound stopovers from £29 per person

    Jan 2026 - Mar 2027

    56 days

    Prices from £13,495 Per person

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    The Very Best of Eastern Canada and Grand Canadian Rockies
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    Canada

    The Very Best of Eastern Canada and Grand Canadian Rockies

    • Experience an unforgettable rail journey aboard the Rocky Mountaineer
    • Discover Quebec, the only walled city in North America.
    • View the must-see mighty Niagara Falls and delight in the surrounding countryside

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    The Very Best of Eastern Canada and Grand Canadian Rockies & Alaskan Cruise
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    Canada, Alaska

    The Very Best of Eastern Canada and Grand Canadian Rockies & Alaskan Cruise

    • Enjoy the thrilling 'Voyage to the Falls' boat ride at Niagara Falls
    • Sightseeing tours in Banff, Victoria and Vancouver
    • Cruise Alaska’s scenic Inside Passage, including visits to Tracy Arm Inlet and Glacier Bay

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