Cox & Kings taps into train trend with new European rail collection
Climate concerns among factors prompting launch of 10 itineraries
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Tailormade specialist Cox & Kings has launched a new collection of European rail itineraries, prompted by the growing popularity of train tours.
The operator said Europe by Rail collection was created because more clients are seeking climate-conscious travel options from the UK, as well as immersive cultural experiences.
Cox & Kings’ existing European tours have been available with rail-only transport on request since 2023. However, these new routes have been created with recently launched European Sleeper trains as well as direct and scenic lines.
Traffic to the Cox & Kings’ train journeys webpage is up by 400% compared to this time last year, added the operator, which is part of the A&K Travel Group.
Countries featured in the collection include Belgium, Austria, Germany, Spain, France, Switzerland, Czechia, Poland, Hungary and Romania.
George Colvin-Slee, product manager, said: “We’ve seen huge enthusiasm for rail itineraries over the last few years.
“Cox & Kings has always focused on providing immersive and knowledge-based itineraries for the culturally curious and, through this rail series, clients can get closer to the captivating landscapes and must-visit sites across Europe.”
The seven-day Rhineland by Rail tour costs from £2,395 and visits Cologne, Aachen, Koblenz, Frankfurt and Heidelburg.
Journey through Central Europe is an 11-night no-fly holiday, from £2,695, visiting Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Munich and Zurich.
Pictured: St Pancras station, London.
