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Luxury Break to Paris by First Class Rail

Luxury Break to Paris by First Class Rail, a rail journey with Planet Rail

Travel in style to Paris by first-class rail and enjoy a luxury break filled with culture, fine dining and iconic landmarks.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Paris

    London to Paris

    Your short break begins at stunningly restored St. Pancras International station. Board the Eurostar service for the high-speed journey to Paris in little over 2 hours, relaxing in your spacious Standard Premier Class seat with a light meal and drinks. On arrival in Paris a private transfer will take you to your hotel for the next 3 nights, the welcoming Hotel Balmoral (4 star), ideally located in central Paris. Take a stroll to the pulsating Champs Elysées, the chic boutiques of the rue de Rivoli or the tranquillity of the Jardin des Tuileries.

  2. Day 2overnight: Paris

    Incomparable Paris

    Take some time to plan your days over a leisurely breakfast. You may decide to explore Paris on foot and wend your way along the river Seine past the charming Île St. Louis and onto the Rive Gauche. Perhaps soak up some culture with a visit to the treasures of the marvellous Louvre, including the Mona Lisa, feast on the impressionist spectacle at the Musée d'Orsay or revel in the inimitable Centre Pompidou.

  3. Day 3overnight: Paris

    Incomparable Paris

    Alternatively seek out the quieter streets of the Marais or head for the city's elegant stores and colourful markets. In the evenings you may prefer the welcome of one of Paris' traditional, evocative brasseries for dinner.

  4. Day 4rail

    Free-time in Paris and homeward bound

    After breakfast why not take a trip up the Eiffel Tower or along the river Seine aboard one of the Bâteaux Mouches (payable locally), or wander among the classy streets and stylish shops of Paris' 1st arrondissement. Your private transfer to the Gare du Nord heralds the start of your journey home, where you join the Eurostar service, relaxing with a light meal and drinks before your arrival into London St Pancras.

Included

  • First Class Rail travel throughout your journey (Standard Premier on Eurostar)
  • 3 nights in a highly-rated 4-star hotel in Central Paris
  • Private transfers between the Gare du Nord and your hotel

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