Great Rail Journeys
Belmond Britannic Explorer – Wales
Four-day luxury overnight train through Wales, Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire from London
4 daysfrom $8,414
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Vacations By Rail · Independent rail vacation
Belmond Britannic Explorer - Cornwall
Embark on a celebration of England aboard a brand-new luxury train from Belmond, as you uncover Cornwall's idyllic coastal towns and indulge in a private wine-tasting.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Aboard the train, West Somerset Railway
London to Somerset
Board the Britannic Explorer at London Victoria and settle into a private cabin; a Cornish afternoon tea curated by chef Simon Rogan, time in the Wellness Suite or bar, arriving by twilight on the West Somerset Railway heritage line; dinner by Chef Rogan followed by music and drinks in the Observation Car.
- Day 2railovernight: Train
St. Ives & St. Michael's Mount
Relaxed morning aboard with brunch in the dining car as the train travels the English Riviera Line via Devon, Dartmoor and Plymouth into Cornwall. Disembark at St. Erth for St. Ives, or continue to Penzance for a guided tour of the Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens and a private Cornish wine-tasting overlooking St. Michael's Mount; dinner and entertainment back on board.
- Day 3railovernight: Aboard the train, East Somerset Railway
Fowey & Lostwithiel
Curated excursions in the seaside town of Fowey, such as the coastal 'Hall Walk', a private boat tour, or other bespoke options; return journey to Bruton, Somerset for an after-hours private tour of the Hauser & Wirth gallery with a champagne reception, followed by a private gala dinner at Da Costa restaurant. The train spends the night on the East Somerset Railway.
- Day 4rail
Homeward bound
Farewell breakfast as the train departs the East Somerset Railway bound for London Victoria, arriving later this morning.
Included
- 3 nights aboard the Belmond Britannic Explorer luxury train
- 24-hour steward service
- Onboard entertainment
- All meals aboard the train and all beverages including alcoholic drinks
Not included
- Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour but can be arranged
- Flights and Airport transfers not included
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