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London, Paris, and Brussels

Independent rail trip through London, Paris, and Brussels

Illustration of London, Paris, and Brussels

Railbookers runs this 7-day, 6-night independent rail vacation through London, Paris, and Brussels, spending two nights in each city. Day 2 is a full-day small group guided tour of London by air-conditioned coach, taking in Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, skip-the-line entry to St Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, the Changing of the Guard, and a Thames river cruise. Day 3 covers the Eurostar from St Pancras International to Paris, followed on day 4 by skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets and a cruise on the Seine. Day 5 is the high speed Thalys train from Paris to Brussels, where day 6 leaves time to explore the city's medieval streets, squares, and landmarks such as the Eglise Notre-Dame du Sablon, alongside an included beer tasting. With a full-day guided tour in London balanced by free time elsewhere, this trip suits independent travelers, couples drawn to what the operator calls 'romantic Paris', and food and wine enthusiasts.

What to know before you look closer

  • The Brussels beer tasting is listed among the package inclusions but is not described within the day-by-day itinerary text, so confirm which day it takes place.
  • The operator publishes no departure dates in this evidence; confirm current availability directly with Railbookers.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: London

    Your Journey Begins in London

    Your holiday begins in the vibrant capital city of London. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Why not head out into town and enjoy a meal in one of the city's incredible restaurants, offering a wide range of international cuisine in every corner of the city. Take an evening stroll down the South Bank of the River Thames and you'll be treated to picturesque views over the London Eye, Palace of Westminster and Tower Bridge, enjoying views of historic architecture and modern skyscrapers embroidering the skyline.

  2. Day 2overnight: London

    London

    Today get the most out of London on a full-day small group tour with guide, taking in sights such as Big Ben and Westminster Abbey from the comfort of an air-conditioned coach, skip-the-line entrance to St Pauls' Cathedral and the Tower of London, watch the Changing of the Guard then relax about a cruise down the Thames River. Make sure you find the time to pop into a pub for lunch, then perhaps a show in the evening in London's famous West End.

    Meals: Breakfast

  3. Day 3railovernight: Paris

    London to Paris

    Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel and then make your way to the grand St Pancras International station for your Eurostar from London to Paris. Upon arrival, check into your hotel for a two-night stay. There's an abundance of exciting visitor attractions to explore in the exuberant French capital city. Maybe spend the afternoon strolling the banks of the River Seine, which are a UNESCO-listed gem and a fantastic gateway to the architecture of the city. For dinner, treat yourself to a delicious portion of steak frites at an authentic Parisian bistro before retiring to your hotel for a good night's rest.

    Meals: Breakfast

  4. Day 4overnight: Paris

    Paris

    Spend another day sightseeing in Paris using your skip the line Eiffel Tower tickets for what surely will be one of the best photo opportunities of your whole trip, then a 1hr cruise along the Seine river. You might also like to visit the history museum located within the Arc de Triomphe or marvel at the Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral.

    Meals: Breakfast

  5. Day 5railovernight: Brussels

    Paris to Brussels

    Enjoy breakfast in the hotel and then take the high speed Thalys train from Paris to Brussels. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Once settled, maybe peruse the designer boutiques or perhaps enjoy a meal at one of Avenue Louise's restaurants.

    Meals: Breakfast

  6. Day 6overnight: Brussels

    Brussels

    Spend the morning enjoying breakfast and then continue getting to know this amazing city. With its picturesque medieval streets and architecture, lively squares and boulevards, impressive landmarks, and delicious cuisine, there's no telling what you'll discover. Visit the Eglise Notre-Dame du Sablon in the Royal Quarter, the Napoleon III-styled palace of St-Gilles Town Hall, or Place du Jeu-de-Balle Flea Market for the quintessential Marolles experience. And no trip to Brussels would be complete without trying a pistolet (small round bread filled with delicacies) and some chocolate! At the Belgian Chocolate Village literally a chocolate museum you can experience a tasting room, workshop, and tropical greenhouse with cacao trees. For a mesmerising array of cheeses, head to Cremerie De Linkebeek in Grand Palace & Ilot Sacre. In the evening enjoy one more of the city's finest exports - beer with a 2.5hrs organized tasting. Dine on a filling bowl of moules and frites at any of the traditional restaurants around the Grand-Place, Chez Leon is highly recommended!

    Meals: Breakfast

  7. Day 7rail

    Your Journey Ends in Brussels

    After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and continue with your travels. If you wish to extend your journey, perhaps with an additional day in a different city, one of our Rail Consultants will be happy to assist you with the details.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2A full-day small group guided tour of London with skip-the-line entrance to St Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, the Changing of the Guard, and a Thames river cruise.
  • Day 3The Eurostar from London's St Pancras International station to Paris.
  • Day 4Skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets and a one-hour cruise along the Seine.
  • Day 5The high speed Thalys train from Paris to Brussels.
  • Day 6Exploring Brussels' medieval streets and landmarks, including the Eglise Notre-Dame du Sablon and the Place du Jeu-de-Balle Flea Market.

Included

  • Rail travel throughout as specified in the itinerary
  • 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in London
  • 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Paris
  • 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Brussels
  • London in One Day Sightseeing Tour Including Tower of London, Changing of the Guard
  • Skip-the-Line Eiffel Tower ticket
  • Hop on hop off bus pass with river cruise in Paris
  • Beer tasting in Brussels

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes. Rail travel throughout is included as specified in the itinerary, via the Eurostar from London to Paris and the Thalys from Paris to Brussels.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is an independent rail vacation from Railbookers, with a full-day small group guided tour of London bundled in.
Which trains are used?
The Eurostar from London to Paris, and the high speed Thalys train from Paris to Brussels.
What hotels are included?
2 nights with breakfast in each of London, Paris, and Brussels. Specific hotel names are not given in the evidence.
What guided tours and tastings are included?
A full-day London sightseeing tour with skip-the-line Tower of London entry and the Changing of the Guard, skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets, a hop-on hop-off bus pass with river cruise in Paris, and a beer tasting in Brussels.

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