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Day trip: Great British Seaside: Whitstable on board the Belmond British Pullman

Luxury day excursion from London Victoria to Whitstable on the Belmond British Pullman

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Planet Rail's day trip aboard the Belmond British Pullman is a single-day luxury train excursion from London Victoria to Whitstable, a charming coastal town on the north Kent coast. The journey departs at approximately 10:00 and travels south-eastwards through the English countryside. On board the vintage train, guests settle into plush armchairs and are served a sparkling Bellini followed by a three-course brunch as the train makes its way to Whitstable. Upon arrival, travellers have free time to wander the pebble beach, explore the working harbour, and browse independent shops and restaurants along Harbour Street, where fresh oysters are a local specialty. The return journey begins with a champagne reception and features a three-course dinner with half a bottle of wine per person, finishing back at London Victoria in the evening. This trip suits luxury-minded travellers, couples seeking a refined day out, and food-and-wine enthusiasts who value fine dining and attentive service.

What to know before you look closer

  • This is a day trip with no overnight stay; you return to London Victoria the same day.

Day by day

  1. Day 1rail

    London Victoria to Whitstable and return

    Depart London Victoria at approximately 10:00. Board the Belmond British Pullman and settle into your plush armchair. Your steward serves a sparkling Bellini followed by a three-course brunch as the train travels south-eastwards to Whitstable. On arrival, enjoy free time to explore the pebble beach, harbour and independent shops along Harbour Street. Return journey departs Whitstable with a champagne reception on board, followed by a three-course dinner with half a bottle of wine. Arrive back in London at approximately 18:45.

    Meals: Brunch, Dinner

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Depart London Victoria at 10:00 aboard the Belmond British Pullman; a steward serves a sparkling Bellini followed by a three-course brunch as the train travels to Whitstable.
  • Day 1Free time in Whitstable to explore the pebble beach, harbour, and independent shops along Harbour Street.
  • Day 1Return journey begins with a champagne reception on board; a three-course dinner is served during the journey back to London Victoria.

Included

  • Round-trip travel on the Belmond British Pullman luxury train
  • Welcome sparkling Bellini
  • Delicious three-course brunch on the outward journey
  • Morning tea & coffee
  • Visit to Whitstable
  • Free time for shopping and sightseeing
  • Champagne reception back on board
  • Sumptuous three-course dinner
  • Half a bottle of wine per person
  • Coffee, tea and petits fours

Questions travellers ask

What train is used?
The Belmond British Pullman, a luxury Pullman train with Art Deco styling, departs and returns to London Victoria.
What is included in the price?
Round-trip travel on the Belmond British Pullman, a sparkling Bellini, three-course brunch outbound, tea and coffee, free time in Whitstable, a champagne reception on return, three-course dinner, half a bottle of wine per person, and coffee, tea and petits fours.
How much free time is there in Whitstable?
The itinerary does not specify the duration of free time; contact Planet Rail for exact timings.
Is this trip escorted?
The itinerary describes stewards serving meals and a champagne reception but does not state whether a tour guide accompanies the group.

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