How much does it cost?

From CHF 8,380 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $10,278 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.

What is included in the Britannic Explorer package?

All meals prepared by Michelin-starred chef Simon Rogan, all drinks including alcoholic beverages, 24-hour steward service, entertainment on board, and the itinerary experiences such as a wine tasting and private gallery tour at Hauser & Wirth. Optional extras such as boat tours and distillery tastings are available for an additional charge.

Which trains and routes does the journey use?

The Britannic Explorer travels from London Victoria through the North Wessex Downs, Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall, passing the Riviera Line, Dartmoor National Park, and the Dawlish Sea Wall before returning to London Victoria.

When does the Britannic Explorer run?

Departures operate between April and November 2026, with 18 confirmed dates across those months.

Are there optional activities?

Yes. Optional extras include a visit to St Ives village, a private boat tour in Fowey, a Colwith Distillery tour and tasting, and wellness suite treatments on board.

railtour suisse · Luxury train journey

Britannic Explorer - Cornwall

Luxury train journey from London through Somerset and Cornwall for four days

The Britannic Explorer, operated by railtour suisse, is a four-day, three-night luxury train journey through England's south coast. Departing from London Victoria, the train carries passengers through Somerset's market towns, the dramatic Devon coastline, and the rugged landscapes of Cornwall before returning to London. All three nights are spent on board in stylishly appointed suites with 24-hour steward service. Meals are prepared by Michelin-starred chef Simon Rogan, using seasonal and regional ingredients. Day one brings Cornish Afternoon Tea while crossing the North Wessex Downs. Day two offers a choice: disembark for the artists' village of St Ives or visit the Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens near Penzance, passing the striking Dawlish Sea Wall en route. Day three includes an exclusive private tour and aperitif at the contemporary art gallery Hauser & Wirth in Bruton, followed by dinner at Da Costa restaurant. Optional activities such as private boat tours and distillery tastings are available for an additional fee. This journey suits luxury seekers, food and wine enthusiasts, and couples seeking a curated rail experience.

Price history

Across 5 checks, this price has risen CHF 120 since 4 Jul, to CHF 8,380.

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 2 of 5 points are a live read of the operator's page. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

One reading is held out of the price above and this history: a other product. We only price on the operator's package from-price, read from its own page.

What to know before you look closer

Some on-board experiences and optional activities such as distillery tours and boat tours carry additional charges beyond the package price

Day by day

Day 1
London Victoria - West Somerset
Day 2
Devon - Cornwall - Penzance
Day 3
Lostwithiel - Fowey - Bruton
Day 4
Somerset - London Victoria

The moments this trip is built around

Day 1Afternoon departure from London Victoria; Cornish Afternoon Tea served while the train passes through the North Wessex Downs and Somerset market towns
Day 2Journey along the Riviera Line past Teignmouth and the Dawlish Sea Wall, with a choice to visit the artists' village of St Ives or the Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens near Penzance
Day 3Private tour and aperitif at the contemporary art gallery Hauser & Wirth in Bruton, followed by dinner at Da Costa restaurant with a Veneto-inspired menu

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?: From CHF 8,380 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $10,278 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
What is included in the Britannic Explorer package?: All meals prepared by Michelin-starred chef Simon Rogan, all drinks including alcoholic beverages, 24-hour steward service, entertainment on board, and the itinerary experiences such as a wine tasting and private gallery tour at Hauser & Wirth. Optional extras such as boat tours and distillery tastings are available for an additional charge.
Which trains and routes does the journey use?: The Britannic Explorer travels from London Victoria through the North Wessex Downs, Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall, passing the Riviera Line, Dartmoor National Park, and the Dawlish Sea Wall before returning to London Victoria.
When does the Britannic Explorer run?: Departures operate between April and November 2026, with 18 confirmed dates across those months.
Are there optional activities?: Yes. Optional extras include a visit to St Ives village, a private boat tour in Fowey, a Colwith Distillery tour and tasting, and wellness suite treatments on board.