Experience a passionate epicurean journey like no other, discovering the greatest natural wonders of the Great Britain while you are accommodated in the finest designer suites of the Britannic Explorer. This rail journey will take you across the undulating hills and peaks of the Lake District with its historic grand estates, crossing across the picturesque Cotswolds into the varied Welsh terrains that has earned the nickname as The Land of the Red Dragon. While onboard the Britannic Explorer, you will indulge in the curated dining courtesy of the iconic chef Simon Rogan, whose innovative and exceptional restaurants hold a collective ten Michelin stars worldwide!
This journey departs on a Friday afternoon and concludes on a Thursday morning. Train schedule is subject to national railway regulation and timings are indicative.
Itinerary Highlights
- Sumptuous dinning courtesy of Michelin-starred chef Simon Rogan and Executive Chef Sven-Hanson Britt
- Exclusive access to the private quarters of Lingholm Estate, a Grade II listed Victorian mansion immortalised by Beatrix Potter
- Exclusive party in a quintessential Cotswolds pub, The Fox in Oddington, where you can sample local ales and artisan liqueurs
- Extended farm tour with one-of-a-kind sustainable dining experience at Simon Rogan’s regenerative farm
Itinerary Outline
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Day 1
Embarkation in London
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Day 2
Lingholm Estate
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Day 3
Cartmel Valley
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Day 4
London / Cotswolds
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Day 5
Llandrindod Wells
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Day 6
Machynlleth / Moreton-in-Marsh
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Day 7
Disembarkation in London
Rail Partner
Featured train
Includes
- Six nights aboard the Britannic Explorer with 24-hour steward service
- Daily breakfasts, brunches, lunches, afternoon teas and dinners while onboard the train
- Selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages during the meals onboard the train
- For 2026 departures: A farm-to-table gala lunch with Simon Rogan’s Cartmel Valley farm experience
- A tailor-made itinerary of exciting and varied off-board tours and experiences
Excludes
- Airfares and airport taxes
- Beverages where meals are included
- Travel insurance
- Visa (if required)
- Personal expenses such as gratuities, spa, laundry, telephone and bar bills, etc.
- Gratuities