Belmond · Luxury train day excursion

Historic Canterbury

Day excursion by vintage train to medieval Canterbury Cathedral

Historic Canterbury, a rail journey with Belmond

Belmond operates this one-day excursion aboard the British Pullman, its vintage art deco train, from London Victoria to Canterbury, the cathedral city with a 2,000-year history. The outward journey includes a three-course brunch with fine-dining silver service as the train passes through south-east London and the Kent countryside. The train arrives at Canterbury East, where a guided walking tour leads to Canterbury Cathedral, shrine of Archbishop Thomas Becket, murdered there in 1170. Guests rejoin the train at Canterbury West, a different station from the one they arrived at, for the journey home, which includes an English afternoon tea, a three-course dinner and a glass of English sparkling wine. The trip suits history lovers who want a guided introduction to Canterbury Cathedral paired with a full day of vintage rail travel and fine dining.

What to know before you look closer

  • The train arrives at Canterbury East but departs from Canterbury West, a different station, so guests need to make their own way between the two.
  • This evidence pack lists no price or scheduled departure dates for this excursion; confirm both with Belmond.

Day by day

  1. Day 1rail

    Historic Canterbury

    Travel back in time aboard the British Pullman luxury train to medieval Canterbury, a cathedral city with a 2,000-year history. Pilgrims have journeyed here since medieval times to honour the shrine of Archbishop Thomas Becket, murdered in his own cathedral in 1170. Brunch with a Bellini is served on the outward journey as the train courses through south-east London and the Kent countryside. On arrival at Canterbury East, join a guided walk to the cathedral where a garden party and 'hidden places' tour is offered along with refreshments, or wander the city freely. Rejoin the train at Canterbury West (please note the different departure station) for the leisurely journey back to London, where a glass of chilled champagne is served along with an indulgent three-course dinner and half a bottle of wine before arrival at London Victoria.

Included

  • Round-trip travel aboard the British Pullman luxury train
  • Welcome sparkling Bellini
  • Fine-dining silver service
  • Delicious three-course brunch on the outward journey
  • Morning tea and coffee
  • Visit to Canterbury, including coach transfers and guided walking tour
  • Classic English afternoon tea back on board
  • Glass of English sparkling wine

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes, the day is a round trip aboard the British Pullman, arriving at Canterbury East and departing from Canterbury West.
Is the visit guided?
Yes. A guided walking tour to Canterbury Cathedral is included as part of the day in Canterbury.
What is included?
A welcome Bellini, fine-dining silver service, a three-course brunch on the outward journey, the guided walk to Canterbury and the cathedral, an English afternoon tea, and a glass of English sparkling wine.
Do I arrive and leave from the same station in Canterbury?
No. The train arrives at Canterbury East and departs from Canterbury West, a different station in the city.
How much walking is involved?
There is a guided walking tour to Canterbury Cathedral; the rest of the day is spent seated on the train.

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