The PTG slogan, "rail and culture", perfectly captures this tour, blending historic trains with scenic towns and landscapes.

Spanning France from the Alps to the Pyrenees, the tour offers a mix of culture, history, and breathtaking mountain views. You'll travel from London to Nice via Eurostar and first-class TGV, with scenic highlights including the Mediterranean coast, Provence, and historic sites like Nîmes’ Roman amphitheatre.

The journey features some of Europe’s most beautiful rail routes, including the Little Yellow Train up into the Pyrenees and two heritage steam rides for a truly memorable experience.

Tour Itinerary:

Day 1, Thursday, 19 June - Depart London St Pancras for Lille on Eurostar, then continue by TGV to Marseille. Stay in a 3-star hotel opposite the station.

Day 2, Friday, 20 June - Travel by TGV to Nice. Enjoy free time to explore the Old City and Promenade des Anglais.

Day 3, Saturday, 21 June - Ride the "Train des Merveilles" to Tende, cross the Alps into Italy, and visit Breil-sur-Roya’s railway museum before returning to Nice.

Day 4, Sunday, 22 June - Take the scenic "Train des Pignes" to Digne, then travel by steam train to Annot. Return to Nice by coach.

Day 5, Monday, 23 June - Travel by train to Nîmes and enjoy a guided tour of Roman landmarks, including the amphitheatre.

Day 6, Tuesday, 24 June - Take a scenic train trip through the Cévennes and ride the "Train à Vapeur des Cévennes" to Saint Jean-du-Gard.

Day 7, Wednesday, 25 June - Visit Avignon’s Papal Palace, followed by a visit to the Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard with a guided tour.

Day 8, Thursday, 26 June - Travel to Carcassonne, then board Le Train Rouge for a scenic journey through mountains and gorges to Rivesaltes. Stay in Perpignan.

Day 9, Friday, 27 June - Ride the Little Yellow Train in the Pyrenees, then take a train to Toulouse.

Day 10, Saturday, 28 June - Visit the Chemin de Fer Touristique du Tarn, followed by free time to explore Toulouse.

Day 11, Sunday, 29 June - Explore Carcassonne and enjoy a cruise on the Canal du Midi. Return to Toulouse for a Farewell Dinner.

Day 12, Monday, 30 June - Return home via overland to Paris and London, or fly from Toulouse.