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Tailor Made Rail · Independent rail holiday

Reims, Dijon & Strasbourg by Rail

Nine-day independent rail tour of Champagne, Burgundy, and Alsace regions.

Illustration of Reims, Dijon & Strasbourg by Rail

Tailor Made Rail's 9-day Reims, Dijon and Strasbourg by Rail is an independent holiday through three of France's most celebrated wine and culture regions. You depart London on Eurostar to Paris, then travel by rail to Reims, where you spend 3 nights exploring Champagne houses and the city's cathedral and museums. From there, a rail journey takes you to Dijon for 2 nights in the heart of Burgundy wine country, with an optional side trip to the medieval wine town of Beaune. Your final destination is Strasbourg, where 3 nights allow you to wander the medieval Petite France district, visit the Gothic Cathedral, and sample Alsatian specialities. Throughout, Tailor Made Rail handles your rail bookings, hotel reservations, and documentation. This trip suits independent travellers who want to explore at their own pace, food and wine enthusiasts keen on vineyard visits and tastings, and those discovering rail travel for the first time.

What to know before you look closer

  • Hotels are listed as 'or similar' properties; your final accommodation may differ from those named depending on availability and season.
  • The itinerary includes multiple free days; specific attractions and excursions (such as wine tastings and the Colmar trip) require independent booking and are not arranged by Tailor Made Rail.
  • First-class rail upgrades cost from 200 GBP per person and are available separately.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Reims

    London to Reims

    Eurostar from London St Pancras to Paris, connect at the Gare de l'Est for a 45-minute journey to Reims. Check in for 3 nights.

  2. Day 2overnight: Reims

    Reims

    Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Musée des Beaux Arts and the Musée de la Reddition. Visit one of the famous Champagne houses such as Taittinger or Moet, or head to Epernay for boutique Champagne tasting.

  3. Day 3overnight: Reims

    Reims

    A further day exploring Reims and the Champagne region.

  4. Day 4overnight: Dijon

    Dijon

    Check in for 2 nights. Dijon is famous for its mustard, wine and gastronomy; the Musée des Beaux-Arts occupies the Palais des Ducs de Bourgogne.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Dijon

    Dijon

    A short train journey to Beaune, home to the Hospices de Beaune, with wine-tasting tours available from both Beaune and Dijon.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Strasbourg

    Strasbourg

    A rail journey of just over 2 hours to Strasbourg, close to the German border, for a 3-night stay. Explore the Petite France district and the Gothic Cathedral.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Strasbourg

    Strasbourg

    A further day exploring Strasbourg's blend of medieval and ultra-modern architecture, or a short train ride to nearby Colmar.

  8. Day 8overnight: Strasbourg

    Strasbourg

    A further free day in Strasbourg.

  9. Day 9rail

    Strasbourg to London

    A morning in Strasbourg before returning to the station for a train to the Gare de l'Est, then across to the Gare du Nord for the return Eurostar.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Eurostar from London St Pancras to Paris, then a 45-minute rail journey to Reims.
  • Day 2Champagne house visit such as Taittinger or Moet, or boutique tasting in nearby Epernay.
  • Day 4Arrival in Dijon; explore the Musée des Beaux-Arts in the Palais des Ducs de Bourgogne and discover the region's famous mustard and wine.
  • Day 5Short train journey from Dijon to Beaune to visit the Hospices de Beaune with wine-tasting tours available.
  • Day 6Just-over-2-hour rail journey to Strasbourg; explore the Petite France district and Gothic Cathedral.

Included

  • All rail journeys, in standard class
  • Seat reservations where required
  • 8 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Easy-to-follow travel documentation
  • Despatch of tickets by email
  • Proactive rerouting in case of strikes or disruptions

Questions travellers ask

Are all train journeys included in the price?
Yes. All rail journeys from London to Reims, Dijon, Strasbourg, and back to London are included in standard class. Seat reservations where required are also included. First-class upgrades are available for an additional fee from 200 GBP per person.
Is this tour guided or independent?
This is an independent rail holiday. Tailor Made Rail provides easy-to-follow travel documentation, tickets by email, and proactive rerouting in case of strikes. You explore each city on your own schedule, though wine-tasting excursions are available as optional extras.
What is included in the price?
The price includes all rail journeys in standard class, seat reservations, 8 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast, travel documentation, email ticket despatch, and proactive rerouting support.
Which hotels are used?
Best Western Premier Hotel de la Paix or similar in Reims (3 nights), Oceania Hotel Le Jura or similar in Dijon (2 nights), and Hotel des Vosges or similar in Strasbourg (3 nights).
When does this trip run?
Low season (November to March) starts from 1,299 GBP per person. High season (April to October) starts from 1,449 GBP per person.
How much walking and activity are involved?
The trip involves city walking tours and exploration of Reims, Dijon, and Strasbourg. You can take optional short train journeys to Beaune or Colmar for further exploration. Most days are free to plan at your own pace.

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