by Think of train trips in the capital and undoubtedly your mind goes on fitted cars, delays and prospects for endless tower blocks in the middle of gray sky. But later this month, London’s departures will look much more glamorous.
The Britannic Explorer, a Belmond train, starts from July 21 with routes to some of the most iconic natural beauty points of Great Britain. It will be the first luxury sleeping train with longer travel routes from the capital to England and Wales.
The new locomotive offers three -day travel routes with the choice, either to the Lake District and in Cornwall or Wales. With 18 cabins, including three large suites, the accommodations of Studio, Albion Nord in London in cooperation with big names in British design such as Luke Edward Hall, the artists Olly Fathers, Sarah Woods and Marcus James and the Shell artist Mel Campion were designed.
A natural palette is inspired by the landscapes of their final goals, and the equipment is timeless and art -deco inspired. Think about Velvet Sofas, bizarre luxury wallpaper from Hall. And lavishly dressed beds – you would never know that they were on board a train if there were no constant vensions out of the windows. And there is a spa on board to relieve the nodes of your regular London commuting.
The latest train of the Belmond Group becomes known for its immersive events, day trips and gastronomic experiences and are based on the culinary references of the brand with food, which were designed by eight chef Simon Rogan decorated with Michelin -Stern. With the eye on sustainability, the menus celebrate seasonal ingredients from the region. In addition to lunch and dinner, there is a tailor-made afternoon tea to recharge your batteries between excursions.
The stops for off-board activities include national parks, galleries and cultural capitals. Enjoy a private tour and a dinner in Somerset’s Hauser & Wirth and on site, since Costa, take up the land air with a guided hike in Wales or go wild swimming and paddling in Lake District.
In the evening the botanical bar of the train will be there (it is also the main observation car). Cocktails from craftsmanship can be consumed together with night -lit views of the passing landscapes.
2025 is a big year for high-end holidays on board the locomotives. The Orient Express launched a pioneering new La Dolce Vita trip through Italy. Both also count on the 200th anniversary of the advent of the modern railway. Traveling by train never looked more glamorous.
All aboard!
The trips to the Britannic Explorer begin at 11,000 GBP based on a double cabin to contain a 3-day route, excursions, meals, wine and alcoholic drinks on board from July 21. Belmond.com
