How much does it cost?

From £895 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $1,209 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.

Is the train travel included?

Yes, rail travel from your home station to Newquay is included, along with an included rail ticket for an optional day trip to Truro.

Is this tour escorted?

Yes, with an experienced Tour Manager throughout.

At the Barrowfield Hotel in Newquay for all five nights, with bed, breakfast, an evening meal, and 4 lunches included.

What happens on Christmas Day?

A leisurely festive breakfast with an appearance from Father Christmas, followed by a traditional Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings.

Railtrail Tours · Festive & Winter Tour

Cornish Christmas Special 2027

Relaxed Christmas rail break based in coastal Newquay

Railtrail Tours runs this 6-day, 5-night Christmas break from your home station to Newquay, with rail travel included both ways. The group stays at the Barrowfield Hotel for all five nights, beginning with a festive welcome of mince pies and a Bucks Fizz reception on arrival. Day 2 offers an optional mystery tour to a surprise destination or free time in Newquay, followed by afternoon tea and festive Bingo. Christmas Day brings a leisurely breakfast with an appearance from Father Christmas and a traditional Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings. Boxing Day offers an optional scenic coach tour of Newquay's highlights, and day 5 includes a rail ticket for an optional visit to Truro, home to Truro Cathedral, museums, and gardens. An experienced Tour Manager travels with the group throughout, and Railtrail Tours rates the activity level as Leisurely. It suits travellers who want a relaxed, hotel-based Christmas in Cornwall with festive extras included.

What to know before you look closer

Only one departure is currently listed, for December 2027.
The mystery tour on day 2, the scenic coach tour on day 4, and the rail trip to Truro on day 5 are optional outings; the alternative each day is free time at the hotel.

Day by day

Day 1overnight: Barrowfield Hotel, Newquay
Home Station to Newquay
Journey from your home station to Newquay and, on arrival, we will make our way to the Barrowfield Hotel, our hotel for the next five nights. We begin our stay with a warm festive welcome enjoying freshly served mince pies, tea, and coffee. Take time to explore the hotel's facilities or relax in the comfort of the lounge before joining your fellow guests for a sparkling Bucks Fizz reception followed by a delicious evening meal. The evening continues with lively entertainment ensuring a memorable start to your Christmas experience.
Day 2overnight: Barrowfield Hotel, Newquay
Mystery Tour or Newquay
After a hearty English breakfast this morning, there is the opportunity to join an inclusive mystery tour, an enjoyable outing to discover a surprise destination, returning to the hotel in time for our lunch together. Alternatively, you may wish to explore Newquay and, perhaps, complete some last-minute Christmas shopping. Afterwards, we enjoy a traditional afternoon tea, accompanied by a festive game of Bingo, a perfect way to relax and unwind ahead of our evening meal together followed by a full entertainment programme in the bar with a fabulous live performance.
Day 3overnight: Barrowfield Hotel, Newquay
Christmas Day
Merry Christmas! Wake up to the excitement and magic of Christmas and join your fellow guests in the restaurant for a leisurely festive breakfast with an appearance from Father Christmas with morning coffee, festive games, and plenty of seasonal cheers as the celebrations get underway. This afternoon, we will indulge in a wonderful traditional Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings and, afterwards, we can watch the King's Speech in the lounge. The festivities continue with an afternoon tea and Prize Bingo where we have the chance to win some seasonal treats ahead of a spectacular Gala buffet dinner providing a wonderful selection of festive dishes alongside lively entertainment to ensure Christmas Day ends on a high note.
Day 4overnight: Barrowfield Hotel, Newquay
Boxing Day
After breakfast this morning, you are invited to join an inclusive scenic coach tour to explore the highlights of Newquay, returning to the hotel in time for lunch. Alternatively, you can relax in the lounge with morning coffee and a selection of light-hearted games before reconvening at the restaurant for lunch. This afternoon, a festive quiz and afternoon tea will be provided allowing the perfect opportunity to relax and reflect on the Christmas celebrations. This evening, we enjoy a sumptuous Boxing Day dinner celebrating the winners of the Christmas competitions alongside evening entertainment.
Day 5railovernight: Barrowfield Hotel, Newquay
Truro
Today, you may wish to use the included rail ticket and visit Truro to explore the city's stories at one of the museums and galleries, visit the iconic Truro Cathedral, or discover the gardens and cafés. A light lunch will be served at the hotel on our return with a lively quiz and games provided in the lounge, accompanied by afternoon tea. This evening, we enjoy a delicious dinner and live entertainment to conclude our festive celebrations in style.
Day 6
Homeward Journey
After breakfast, we bid farewell to Newquay and make our way to the station for our homeward journeys.

The moments this trip is built around

Day 1The stay opens with a festive welcome of freshly served mince pies, tea, and coffee, followed by a sparkling Bucks Fizz reception.
Day 3Christmas Day begins with a leisurely festive breakfast and an appearance from Father Christmas, followed by a traditional Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings.
Day 4Boxing Day offers an optional scenic coach tour to explore the highlights of Newquay.
Day 5An included rail ticket allows a day trip to Truro to visit Truro Cathedral, museums, galleries, and gardens.

Included

5 nights bed, breakfast & evening meal plus 4 lunches
Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class)
Rail & coach travel, with transfers as described
All excursions & admissions as detailed
Services of experienced Tour Manager

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?: From £895 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $1,209 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is the train travel included?: Yes, rail travel from your home station to Newquay is included, along with an included rail ticket for an optional day trip to Truro.
Is this tour escorted?: Yes, with an experienced Tour Manager throughout.
Where do I stay?: At the Barrowfield Hotel in Newquay for all five nights, with bed, breakfast, an evening meal, and 4 lunches included.
What happens on Christmas Day?: A leisurely festive breakfast with an appearance from Father Christmas, followed by a traditional Christmas Day lunch with all the trimmings.