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All aboard for journeys where the views do the talking, from snow-dusted peaks to storybook towns, with every route delivering a front-row seat to stunning scenery. No traffic, no rush, just time to settle in and enjoy the ride. Travel through Switzerland’s alpine beauty, glide past the Canadian Rockies, uncover Italy’s coastal charm or experience the contrasts of Japan, all from the comfort of your seat.

Book by 31 May 2026 and save up to $800 per couple - contact us today!*

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See the World from the Tracks


There is something special about travelling by train. The steady rhythm, the shifting landscapes and the ease of settling in while the world rolls by. It is not just about getting from place to place, it is about everything in between. Plus, save up to $800 per couple!*

Shift from lively city streets to peaceful alpine pockets, where mountain silhouettes and still lakes set the tone. Every destination feels distinct, yet everything links together with ease. This is travel that invites you to slow down. More time to watch the world go by, more comfort along the way and more moments that stay with you long after the journey ends.

In Japan, rail travel links vibrant urban centres with pockets of calm. One moment you are surrounded by bright lights and energy, the next you are passing through peaceful countryside and centuries-old traditions.

Across Canada, the scenery takes on a grander scale. Vast forests, towering peaks and brilliant blue lakes stretch as far as the eye can see, with wildlife and wide-open spaces adding to the sense of escape.

Switzerland delivers its own kind of magic, where every route feels carefully composed. Think storybook villages, dramatic mountain passes and sweeping views that seem almost too perfect to be real.

Book by 31 May 2026 and save up to $800 per couple.*
Zermatt, Switzerland
Perfect for Tours, couples and rail
Europe (Switzerland)

Scenic Switzerland from Zurich

9 days from $4,429*pp

A Swiss rail journey filled with panoramic alpine routes, train rides on the Bernina and Glacier Express, close-up views of the Matterhorn and mountain rail experiences high above it all.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Zurich 
  • St Moritz
  • Zermatt
  • Montreux
  • Lucerne
INCLUDES
  • Eight-night hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Eight-day standard class Swiss Pass
  • Standard class seat reservations on the Bernina Express, Glacier Express and Golden Pass trains
  • Day trip on the Gornergrat Cog Railway from Zermatt
  • Day trip to the top of Mount Pilatus from Lucerne
  • Daytrip to Jungfraujoch from Lucerne
BONUS
  • Save $700 per couple*
A rail journey through Switzerland that showcases its most memorable alpine highlights, blending scenic train travel with time in its storybook towns. Begin in elegant St Moritz before boarding the Bernina Express, then continue on the Glacier Express to a charming mountain village where the Matterhorn takes centre stage, reached by the Gornergrat cog railway. A stop by the lake offers a slower pace before the route follows the Golden Pass line to Lucerne, where mountain excursions include the steep climb up Mount Pilatus and a journey to Europe’s highest railway station on the Jungfrau line. Every leg of the journey reveals a different side of Switzerland, from high peaks to peaceful lakeside settings.

Valid for travel Select dates May 2026 – October 2027

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 63261

Jasper, Canada
Perfect for Tours, couples and rail
North America (Canada)

Canadian Rockies and Lake Louise Explorer

9 days from $5,239*pp

Experience Western Canada’s natural wonders, from the turquoise waters of Lake Louise to the towering mountain peaks that rise above it.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Vancouver
  • Jasper
  • Lake Louise
  • Banff
INCLUDES
  • One-way overnight VIA Rail® from Vancouver to Jasper on the Canadian®
  • Seven nights hotel accommodation, plus one-night onboard VIA Rail
  • Tour transfer from Jasper to Lake Louise and shuttle transfer from Banff to Calgary
BONUS
  • Save $700 per couple*
Featuring one dazzling experience after another, this train journey will introduce you to western Canada’s unspoiled treasures in Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff. Enjoy Vancouver’s crowd-pleasing attractions, incredible views of turquoise-coloured lakes, snowcapped mountain peaks, glacier-fed waterfalls, twisting valleys and moments of surprise. Onboard VIA Rail, you’ll discover the Canadian wilderness like never before.

Valid for travel Select dates May 2026 – October 2027

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 63265

Bernina Express, Switzerland
Perfect for Couples and rail
Europe (Italy)

The Italian Treasures and Swiss Mountains

11 days from $5,629*pp

Travel by rail from Italy’s iconic cities to Switzerland’s alpine highlights, including Interlaken and a scenic cogwheel railway journey up Mount Pilatus.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Rome
  • Florence
  • Venice
  • Interlaken
  • Lucerne
INCLUDES
  • Rail travel in standard class
  • 10 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Four-day Swiss Pass
  • Small-group tour of Rome with the Roman Forum and Colosseum
  • Small-group tour of Florence with Uffizi and Accademia Galleries
  • Small-group tour of Venice with Doges Palace and Saint Marks Basilica
  • Jungfrau day trip from Interlaken
  • Tickets for the Harder Kulm Funicular in Interlaken
  • Mount Pilatus day trip from Lucerne
BONUS
  • Save $800 per couple*
This rail journey connects Italy’s historic cities with Switzerland’s striking alpine scenery. In Rome, explore Vatican City, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Trevi Fountain before continuing to Florence, home to Renaissance highlights like the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral and Ponte Vecchio. Travel through the Italian countryside to Venice, then cross into Switzerland for time in Interlaken, taking in sweeping mountain views from Harder Kulm and a trip up to the Jungfrau. The journey wraps in Lucerne with a ride on the steep cog railway up Mount Pilatus, offering wide-reaching views over lakes and peaks.

Valid for travel Select dates May 2026 – October 2027

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 64830

Bullet train, Japan
Perfect for Couples and rail
Asia (Japan)

Reflections of Japan

11 days from $16,019*pp

Travel Japan from Tokyo through Kyoto, Osaka and Hiroshima, linking neon-lit streets, sacred shrines, samurai-era castles and hands-on food and cultural experiences.

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HIGHLIGHTS
  • Tokyo
  • Hiroshima
  • Kyoto
  • Osaka
INCLUDES
  • Rail travel in Green Car reserved seats 
  • 10 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast 
  • Full-day tour of Tokyo with Taiko drumming experience by public transport  
  • Full-day tour of Tokyo with sushi-making class by public transport  
  • Full-day sightseeing tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima by public transport  
  • Full-day sightseeing tour of Himeji, Kyoto and Nara by public transport  
  • Full-day sightseeing tour of Osaka by private car  
  • Private transfers and escorts with English-speaking assistant throughout 
BONUS
  • Save $800 per couple*
Trace Japan’s contrasts and character on a rail journey from Tokyo’s electric pace to Hiroshima’s reflective landmarks, Kyoto’s imperial elegance and Osaka’s food-filled streets. Move between centuries-old shrines, striking castles and local neighbourhoods, with hands-on moments like Taiko drumming and sushi making, all linked by smooth Shinkansen travel. With curated visits to Miyajima, Nara and Himeji, this is Japan experienced through its stories, flavours and living traditions. The journey reveals a side of Japan where every stop feels distinct, yet deeply connected.

Valid for travel Select dates May 2026 – October 2027

*Conditions apply. Ref no: 64833

*Conditions apply

*Conditions apply: Prices are per person twin share in AUD unless otherwise specified. Prices correct as at 29 Apr 26 & subject to change without notice & availability at time of booking. Save $700 per couple on any 7 - 9-night rail holidays or $800 per couple on any 10 - 14-night rail holiday. Solo travellers can save $350 per person on any 7 - 9-night rail holidays or $400 per person on any 10 - 14-night rail holidays. Valid for new bookings only, for adult passengers & not combinable with any other offer. Valid for sale 01 - 31 May 26. Prices based on 01 Jun 26 for The Italian Treasures and Swiss Mountains, 05 Jun 26 for Reflections of Japan, 02 Sep 26 for Canada Rockies and Lake Louise Explorer & 01 Jun 26 for Scenic Switzerland from Zurich. Other exclusions & restrictions apply, see railbookers.com.au/terms-and-conditions. Further terms & conditions, payment conditions, booking & cancellation fees may apply.

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