
TMR and SNCF · Scenic
Mont-Blanc Express
Discover Mont-Blanc Express between Martigny and the Chamonix valley, with cross-border scenery, connection guidance and practical tips for an Alpine rail day.
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Mountain views and heritage rail
Discover a different side of France through mountain railways and preserved trains. These scenic and heritage outings complement a hotel-based holiday; they are not substitutes for an overnight luxury sleeper.
Rail journeys in France
Discover a different side of France through mountain railways and preserved trains. These scenic and heritage outings complement a hotel-based holiday; they are not substitutes for an overnight luxury sleeper.
A well-chosen rail journey can become the centerpiece of a wider holiday. Consider the season, route direction, service class and comfortable time before and after boarding. Email our travel specialists with your priorities and we will help shape a journey that feels complete rather than simply assembled.

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Trains in this collection

TMR and SNCF · Scenic
Discover Mont-Blanc Express between Martigny and the Chamonix valley, with cross-border scenery, connection guidance and practical tips for an Alpine rail day.
Explore routes, comfort and itineraries
Groupe d'Étude pour les Chemins de fer de Provence (GECP) · Heritage
Plan a Train des Pignes Historique outing in inland Provence, with heritage vehicles, village scenery and clear advice on dated routes and current line works.
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Mont-Blanc Express
This scenic journey follows Martigny – Vallorcine – Chamonix – Saint-Gervais-les-Bains Le Fayet and centres on cross-border alps. The route leaves Martigny for the steep-sided Trient valley before reaching the border area and the Chamonix valley. The progression from valley town to mountain landscape gives the railway its character. Plan the rail portion first, then add independent time at the destination where the booked service allows it. Confirm the dated route, seating and return or onward arrangements before committing to the rest of the day.
Train des Pignes Historique
This heritage journey follows Puget-Théniers – Entrevaux – Annot and centres on provence railway heritage. The appeal lies in the transition between inland settlements, valley scenery and the railway's historical character. On a classic Annot outing, the destination interval leaves time to explore independently before the return. Plan the rail portion first, then add independent time at the destination where the booked service allows it. Confirm the dated route, seating and return or onward arrangements before committing to the rest of the day.
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