Great Rail Journeys have announced more dates for some 2024 tours due to increased popularity and three brand new tours coming in 2025. 

Deccan Odyssey Escorted Rail Holiday  – New 2025 16 day tour – Prices from £7,295pp

Brand new for 2025, Great Rail Journeys have announced this amazing new Deccan Odyssey tour which takes customers from India’s vibrant capital, Delhi, to the cooling foothills of the Himalayas by modern rail and charming ‘Toy Train’. On this tour you will board the amazing Deccan Odyssey for seven nights on a once-in-a-lifetime journey across the heart of India, through landscapes stalked by majestic wildlife. You can explore the country’s most iconic destinations, including the Taj Mahal, the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur and spiritual Varanasi beside the sacred Ganges.

Classic Kenya Safari – Maasai Mara to Mombasa – New 2025 11 day tour – Prices from £4,995pp

Experience Kenya’s classic locations on this exceptional brand new African safari holiday with Great Rail Journeys in 2025, which combines luxurious accommodation with epic safaris. On this safari, you will drive in the Maasai Mara National Reserve and beautiful Lake Nakuru National Park, walk through predator-free Crescent Island, wildlife viewing in Nairobi National Park and a bush tour of a World Heritage forest reserve. This holiday offers everything for nature lovers from encountering wondrous wildlife to the untamed wilderness of Kenya’s great parks. You will also uncover the gems of multicultural Mombasa, the stunning Indian Ocean coastline, and the dynamic capital of Nairobi, this tour is a must to add to your bucket list for 2025.

Highlights of Vietnam Tour –  New 2025 13 day tour – Prices from £2,295pp

New for 2025, you can explore the wonders of this fascinating southeast Asian country, from the jaw-dropping beauty of Halong Bay to the serenity of the Mekong Delta. This tour is a must to add to your travel plans next year, where you can discover the stand-out sights of Vietnam, enjoy street-food experience in Hanai and a serene overnight cruise amongst the jungle-draped islands of magical Halong Bay. You will also get to travel on the Reunification Express, fly to Ho Chi Minh City and experience the country’s turbulent past at the Cu Chi Tunnels, before embarking on a day trip into the Mekong Delta.

Increased dates for popular 2024 tours

Treasures of Egypt and Nile Cruise has added new dates due to the increasing popularity of this tour and is on sale until the 29th February 2024, with up to £300pp off. Discover the secrets of the great Pharaohs, exploring the ancient cities of Cairo, Alexandria and Luxor, and enjoy a cruise along the Nile to experience Egypt’s great temples, sacred monuments and archaeological treasures.

Uzbekistan and the Ancient Silk Roadtour currently has prices from £2,495 per person, with up to £300pp off (ending on 29th February 2024) and new dates added after increased popularity. Step back in time on this tour and uncover the bewitching stories and intriguing landscapes of Uzbekistan. You can explore ancient fortresses hidden in sandy deserts on a fascinating journey conjuring up images of ancient traders on the golden road to Samarkand. Be immersed in the beauty and history of the ancient towns of Bukhara and Khiva, and discover Uzbekistan’s vibrant capital, Tashkent.