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Barcelona Christmas Markets by First Class rail on daytime trains
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Barcelona by First Class Rail on daytime trains
Travel in comfort to Barcelona by first-class rail, arriving refreshed to explore its world-famous Gaudí architecture, fine beaches and cuisine.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Barcelona
London to Barcelona by First Class rail on daytime trains
From the stunningly restored St. Pancras International station travel by Eurostar to Paris at speeds of up to 186mph, with a light meal and drinks served on board in Standard Premier Class. On arrival at the Gare du Nord your taxi transfer takes you across Paris to the Gare de Lyon to continue by direct TGV through France into Spain, arriving in Barcelona in time for dinner or tapas. Settle into the comfortable, traditionally-styled and highly-rated Roger de Lluria Hotel (4 star), ideally located in the centre of the city, for 3 nights.
- Day 2overnight: Barcelona
Barcelona
Soak up all aspects of this remarkable city, from the lively Ramblas to the smart shops of Passeig de Gracia. Head towards the cathedral and older parts of town with wonderful examples of Gaudi architecture, and don't miss the Sagrada Familia Cathedral, Antoni Gaudi's unfinished masterpiece, or the Picasso Museum.
- Day 3railovernight: Barcelona
Barcelona
Take the funicular up to Montjuïc, a lively region set on a hill with commanding views over the city and a number of attractions and galleries, or venture further afield to Montserrat, the distinctive jagged mountain crowned by its impressive monastery, reached by rack railway or cable car. Back in Barcelona there are plenty of options for dinner, from gastronomic restaurants to cosy bistros and tapas bars.
- Day 4rail
Barcelona to London - Homeward bound
After breakfast make your way to Barcelona Sants station for your First Class journey to London. Travel north on the superfast TGV to Paris, where your private transfer takes you across the city to the Gare du Nord. Join the Eurostar service home, relaxing with a light meal and drinks before arrival into London St Pancras.
Included
- First Class rail travel from London to Barcelona return on daytime trains (Standard Premier service on Eurostar with a light meal and drinks)
- 3 night's Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a double room at the Roger de Lluria Hotel, Barcelona (4 star)
- Private return taxi transfers in Paris
