The Wonders of Wales

Your luxury Wales holiday begins at London Victoria Station, where you board the Britannic Explorer. Your bags have been checked in, final touches made to your luxurious suite, and the departure whistle begins to blow.

After exploring your private quarters, it’s time to relax in one of our botanically inspired dining carriages. We commence our journey with a thoughtfully curated afternoon tea, expertly crafted by Chef Simon Rogan, featuring delightful Welsh teacakes and traditional bara brith fruit cake. While you eat, golden hour bathes the countryside in a warm, enchanting glow outside your window.

As the evening unfolds, you may choose to indulge in the serenity of the Wellness Suite, sample the diverse selection of gins in the bar or engage in a friendly board game with newfound friends. After a masterfully curated dinner by Chef Rogan, retreat to your suite, where you can drift into a peaceful slumber.

Included Meals Afternoon Tea, Dinner

Overnight Pembrokshire View All

As the sun rises and illuminates the breathtaking Pembrokeshire coastline, look ahead to a day filled with exploration of Wales’s scenic vistas and valleys. After a leisurely breakfast, disembark at Llandrindod Wells, where you can choose between two excursions: embark on a guided hike through the tranquil valleys of the remote Welsh heartlands, or enjoy a visit to a spectacular Welsh lavender farm, where you can take a dip in the pond, recharge in the sauna or simply relax by the log fire.

Rejoin the train as we continue our journey along the enchanting Heart of Wales Line, which gracefully winds through the rural uplands of Carmarthenshire and Powys. Travelling northward into Eryri National Park (Snowdonia), prepare to be mesmerised by the dramatic transformation of landscapes. As night falls, our overnight stabling point for the evening is near the seaside town of Barmouth.

Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight Barmouth View All

Spend a leisurely morning aboard the train, indulging in a wellness ritual or enjoying a blissful lie-in, followed by a sumptuous brunch. With a freshly made mimosa in hand, take in the passing scenery from the expansive windows of the Observation Car. We soon arrive in the vibrant town of Machynlleth, nestled at the southern edge of Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) and renowned for its Museum of Modern Art. Here, choose between an art class and theatre performance, or a clay pigeon shooting activity.

Back on board, lunch is served as you continue travelling through the greenery of Mid Wales and Montgomeryshire, passing Welshpool before crossing the border into Shropshire.

Disembark for an exclusive party in a quintessential Cotswolds pub, The Fox in Oddington. Recently renovated by Carole Bamford, founder of Daylesford, this honey-coloured, 16th-century pub continues its legacy as a traditional countryside inn for locals and visitors alike. Menus celebrate local producers, and your exuberant evening will include homemade English fare and artisan liqueurs.

Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight Cotswolds View All

Savour a farewell breakfast as we journey through the picturesque landscapes of Oxfordshire and the enchanting Chilterns. As you reflect on the unforgettable memories from your breathtaking Wales holiday, we gracefully arrive at London Victoria in the soft light of early morning.

Included Meals Breakfast