Launching in 2027 in partnership with Azamara Cruises, the itineraries blend luxury cruising with Great Rail Journey’s award-winning rail tours.

The new collection has been thoughtfully curated by travel experts to bring each destination to life in a new style of holiday. On land, itineraries are infused with Great Rail Journey’s signature rail tours, where guests are guided by an expert Tour Manager, ensuring every moment is savoured and detail is taken care of, before boarding the ship to enjoy the luxury of boutique cruising.

Azamara ships offer exceptional destination access, allowing more time to explore some of the world’s most iconic locations, from cruising the Amalfi Coast to the spectacular Canadian Rockies. With around 700 passengers and a high crew-to-guest ratio, the immersive experience continues on board, with complimentary AzAmazing events offering exclusive access to local performances, cultural traditions and unforgettable dining experiences. Excellent service, stylish accommodation with ocean views and expertly-curated itineraries allow travellers to discover the world’s most beautiful regions from fresh perspectives, completely carefree.

Founded more than 50 years ago, Great Rail Journeys leads the way in escorted travel and now offers over 250 tours across more than 40 countries. Catering specifically to the worldly traveller 55+ demographic, who seek differentiated travel experiences, Great Rail Journeys continues to diversify its product offer, having recently announced a new Walking Tours collection. The Tour & Ocean Cruise collection builds on Great Rail Journeys’ successful river cruise offer, which launched in 2018 and now represents one fifth of the company’s total business.