If you love the idea of romantic railway honeymoons, then these once-in-a-lifetime trips from Rail Discoveries should be right up your street! Take a look at these honeymoon ideas for 2017 and 2018…
Oberammergau and the Rhine Valley
For the first time ever, Rail Discoveries is offering customers the opportunity to visit the renowned Bavarian town of Oberammergau in 2020, and witness the extraordinary event that is its famed Passion Play. This once-in-a-decade theatrical experience is available on the new tour Oberammergau 2020 and the Rhine Valley, from £1,745pp for an 8-day trip. The itinerary is packed with exciting excursions, including a cruise on the Rhine, a horse-and-carriage ride through breathtaking German forests, a wine sampling, and a ride on Germany’s oldest rack railway, the Drachenfelsbahn.
Departs from May 2020 to September 2020.
St Raphaël and the Côte d’Azur
The new 8-day St Raphaël and the Côte d’Azur is an elegant tour showcasing the flavours, scents and atmosphere of the much-celebrated French Riviera, and starts from £845pp. Included in the itinerary is all rail and coach travel, 7 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast, a tour of St Raphaël, a boat ride to St Tropez, excursions to Notre-Dame de la Victoire Basilica, the Fragonard Parfumerie, a Monte Carlo casino featured in the Bond movie Never Say Never Again, and a visit to the beautiful medieval village of St-Paul-de-Vence.
Departs in September 2017 and May, June, Sept and October 2018.
Vietnam and Cambodia
This 14-day tour is perfect for travellers looking to explore the wonders of two fascinating nations on a tour of Vietnam and Cambodia, with prices starting at £2,295pp. Delve into the history and culture of Vietnam, explore UNESCO-listed attractions and visit the incredible temple city of Angkor Wat, as well as taking a foodie tour of the ancient city of Hue and and visiting the Cu Chi Tunnels.
Departs in February, September and October 2018.
America’s Deep South
Celebrate the long history of great American music on this fascinating 10-day tour across the Deep South – from Nashville, home of Country, to the Blues, Soul and Rock ‘n’ Roll of Memphis and the jazz of New Orleans. With prices starting at £2,095pp, this tour is ideal for music-loving couples, as you’ll visit Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum and Graceland, with stops at the Jack Daniel’s distillery in Nashville and the St. Louise cathedral in New Orleans.
Departs in September 2017 and from April 2018 to September 2018.
Tigers, the Taj Mahal and Mumbai
Explore India’s iconic landmarks and enchanting wildlife on this incredible 11-day tour, with prices starting from £1,575pp. From bustling Delhi, you’ll discover ancient cities by modern rail, including Agra, home to the incredible Taj Mahal, and Jaipur, the Pink City. You’ll also explore UNESCO-listed sites in Mumbai, and take two game drives to spot the elusive tiger in Ranthambore National Park.
Departs from October 2017 to November 2017 and from February 2018 to November 2018.
All tours include the services of a dedicated professional UK Tour Manager from start to finish, quality hotel accommodation, local guides, a comprehensive programme of excursions, many meals in the hotel and at local restaurants and first-class service from specialist tour advisors.
If these railway honeymoons sound too good to miss, then you’ll be pleased to know that couples who book on or before 15th August 2017 can save up to £150pp on their 2018 Rail Discoveries holiday! Visit them at raildiscoveries.com.
