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For those seeking the ultimate in historic romance why not combine the luxury of the british pullman with the magnificence of a mighty steam locomotive. whatever your choice of destination you are bound to arrive in style..

Enter an almost forgotten world of romantic encounters tantalisingly glimpsed through wreathes of steam.

For pure, unadulterated glamour there is no greater experience and no finer way to enhance your journey with the Belmond British Pullman, sister train of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.

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Take photographs of the immaculate, gleaming steam locomotive while it is stationary at London Victoria Station. Then it is time to board the famous Belmond British Pullman train for a fine-dining experience like no other.

From the moment liveried stewards welcome you to your immaculately appointed carriage, the adventure begins. Stepping aboard the British Pullman is like stepping back in time. For every detail, from regal carpets, woven brass luggage racks and mahogany glass-panelled doors to silken lampshades and velour tapestry armchairs, transports you back to back to a more gracious age.

(Smart day wear is appropriate. This is one time in your life when you are free to look fabulous, dressing down is just not our style. Please do not wear jeans or trainers.)

Stepping aboard the British Pullman is like stepping back in time. In the care of your steward as time passes unnoticed, enjoy a delicious five course lunch , unruffled and unhurried.

Few journeys will take you out of modern time quite so thoroughly and into another era. A glass of Champagne will round off your meal before the train arrives at London Victoria. Your journey aboard the British Pullman takes you on a circular tour. Guests do not disembark from the train during this journey.

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May 11, 30. June 13, 27. July 18. August 8.

September 12, 26. October 10, 24, 31. November 7, 14.

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The Belmond British Pullman Train: Info, Tips, & Lots of Photos

Last updated: September 10, 2018 - Written by Jessica Norah 30 Comments

The Belmond British Pullman is the sister train of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and is made up of a collection of historic Pullman carriages. Based at Victoria Station in London, the train makes regular luxury day trips and short journeys within England.

A journey aboard the gleaming umber and cream carriages of the British Pullman is designed to take you back in time to the glamorous age of luxury train travel. The historical carriages date from the 1920’s to 1950’s and include wonderful art deco marquetry, art nouveau lamps, polished brass fittings, mosaic floors, and plush upholstery. Journeys aboard the train may include brunch, afternoon tea, a murder mystery lunch, and/or musical entertainment.

Guests enjoy a meal while they watch the scenery pass by and some journeys include stops at historic cities such as Bath or Canterbury. Although many of the guests are British people celebrating a special day out, it is also a great and unique experience for visitors to London.

We’ll share all you need to know about the Belmond British Pullman train, including a bit about the history of the train and its carriages, seating arrangements for guests, and how to book a journey. We’ll also share loads of photos from our own trip aboard the British Pullman.

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Some Information on the Belmond British Pullman

Below we’ll tell you all you need to know about the British Pullman train, including a brief history, where it goes, how much it costs, and how you can book it yourself.

A Brief History of the Train

The train carriages for the Belmond British Pullman were purchased by American businessman James B. Sherwood who had a dream of reviving a luxury train service similar to the historic Orient Express in its heyday. During the late 1970’s and 1980’s Sherwood purchased a large collection of historic train cars, including sleepers, Pullman cars, and dining cars. Many of the train cars purchased by James Sherwood are used for the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express but the Pullmans are specifically used for UK routes with a base in London’s Victoria Station.

The purchased train carriages were in various states of disrepair and have all been meticulously cleaned, refurbished, and refitted. Formerly operated by Orient-Express Hotels Ltd., the company changed its name to Belmond in 2014. If you want to learn more about James Sherwood, his dream, and his journey to relaunch the Orient-Express, I recommend reading his book Orient Express: A Personal Journe y .

The name Pullman comes from the American George Mortimer Pullman who designed train cars that were comfortable and luxurious, often referred to as “palaces on wheels”. The concept of luxury train cars appealed to the British and soon the British Pullman Car Company was born.

Each of the British Pullman’s train carriages has its own unique history and between them, they have served in some of the most famous historic train services in Europe. These include the original Simplon-Orient-Express, Brighton Belle, the Golden Arrow, and the Queen of Scots Pullman. Many of the train carriages have also served as royal carriages in transporting members of the British royal family and for other memorable events, such as state visits and the funeral of Winston Churchill. 

 Where does the British Pullman train go? 

The British Pullman makes a variety of short trips across the UK, primarily in England, usually starting and ending in London Victoria station. On some train journeys, passengers stay aboard and enjoy a meal on the train and watch the scenery go by whereas others head to a destination. The train regularly goes to destinations such as Bath, Canterbury, Cornwall, Kent, Devon, York, and Bristol. It also makes trips to special destinations such as Blenheim Palace and Chatsworth House.

The train also regularly offers holiday lunches, teas, and special events (e.g., Mother’s Day afternoon tea day trip), murder mystery lunches, and steam-hauled journeys. Private celebrations for groups can also be arranged.

Most trips are day trips but the train does sometimes make overnight trips (called “Short Breaks”) where guests stay in a select hotel at the destination for a night or two. The train also serves as the first or final leg for those going on a Venice-Simplon-Orient Express train journey that begins or ends in London.

Is the British Pullman part of the Venice-Simplon-Orient Express? 

Yes and no. As noted, the Belmond British Pullman is used for the UK portion of the travel for anyone booking a Venice-Simplon-Orient Express train journey that begins or ends in London. However, many of the Venice-Simplon-Orient Express journeys do not include London and only use the continental train.

The train that is referred to as the Venice-Simplon-Orient Express is the continental train, not the British Pullman. In the UK, Pullman cars are used whereas on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express continental train, historical sleeping cars and dining cars of the  Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits are used.

Now in historical terms, the British Pullman is neither the original Orient Express train (in fact there was never a specific train called the Orient Express – it was just the name of the route) nor is its route part of the original Orient-Express route which ran from Paris to Istanbul.  The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express operated by Belmond uses the name based on the historical Simplon-Orient-Express train route that ran from Paris to Istanbul via the Simplon Tunnel .

But neither train was actually the “original Orient Express” although a few of the train cars were used in the original Orient-Express or Simplon-Orient-Express routes, including the sleeper car we slept on during our journey to Venice. The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express does make an occasional Paris to Istanbul journey (typically once a year).

So, after that confusing answer, the answer is not really!

How much does a journey cost?

Most day journeys on the British Pullman range between £250 to £520 per person, depending on services included on the journey (e.g., some come with just brunch whereas others might include brunch, a city walking tour, and a 4-course dinner on board). The overnight journeys and short breaks cost more.

If you are interested in something even longer, you can read our full review of the  Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train review .

Seating arrangements on the British Pullman?

Most tables are arranged as open plan seating with 1, 2, 3, and 4 seat tables along the sides of the train carriage. The majority of the tables are set with 2 seats. However, at the end of many of the train carriages are 4-person coupés which are set apart from the other seats and have sides to them, making them semi-private.

Note that normally a party of 2 would be seated at a 2 person table but sometimes couples may be assigned to share with a table with another party of two. Parties larger than 4 will be split across more than one table.

Which is the best train car on the British Pullman? 

They are all different and which is best entirely depends on your taste. People tend to choose their favorite based on the color schemes (these change from time to time), decorations (e.g., marquetry details), or history. People also tend to take a fancy to the carriage in which they are assigned as each has its own appeal.

We’ll share photos and info below on each of the carriages which may help you choose your favorite and you can always request a specific carriage for your journey (although requests are not guaranteed and not all the cars are used for many of the journeys).

Note that the British generally refer to train cars as “train carriages” or sometimes “train coaches” but all three terms just mean a passenger train car. 

Further information and bookings? 

You can look up future train journeys and making bookings online through the official Belmond website . Y ou can also call Belmond to make reservations or ask questions at 0845 077 2222 or email them at [email protected].

Belmond British Pullman Train Exterior Photos

As a passenger with a booked ticket on the Belmond British Pullman, you get to check in and wait at a special separate lounge at Victoria Station in London. You’ll receive your carriage assignment upon check-in (or a confirmation of an assignment) so you know which carriage to board once the travel arrives.

The historic carriages of the British Pullman are all a gleaming uniform umber and cream color and each carriage has its name painted on the exterior. You can find details near the steps about where each carriage was built. They are a thing of beauty in our eyes!

Once the train is ready to board, a staff member stands at the entrance to each carriage to welcome and help passengers aboard.

Belmond British Pullman Train Car Interior Details

All trains have things in common, but the beauty of the British Pullman carriages is in their details. When you are aboard, keep an eye out for these little details that make these train cars so special. Some of these details are restored original details and some are complete replacements or new details as many of the cars as noted were either in terrible states of repair when acquired or were not originally used as dining cars (some were sleeper, parlor, lounge, or kitchen cars at one time).

Details to look out for are the beautiful art deco marquetry, brass lamps, luggage racks, and fittings, bevelled glass, velvet upholstery, and beautiful woodwork. Each train carriage also has its own design and style so look out for the differences (e.g., color schemes, upholstery patterns, fittings, marquetry).

Perhaps one of the most surprising (and hidden) details can be found in the bathrooms. Each train carriage generally has one lavatory located on each end and each has a mosaic floor (I believe most, if not all, were created by late British mosaic artist Marjorie Knowles).

Also note that each carriage has an informational plaque at one end denoting its history as well as wooden signs denoting its name so you know which carriage is which.

Belmond British Pullman Train Carriages

The Belmond British Pullman is currently composed of 12 historic train carriages that have been skillfully restored and refitted to be able to meet modern-day mechanical regulations. The carriages date from 1925 to 1951, most being built in the 1920’s and 1930’s. Each train carriage has its own history and distinctive woodwork or furnishings that make it unique.

Some of the photos below don’t fully capture the beauty of some of these carriages, but hopefully it will give you a good taste of what it would be like to take a ride aboard the British Pullman. Just know that the chair upholsteries, curtains, and carpets are replaced in the carriages from time to time so the color schemes have and will likely continue to change in some of the train carriages. For instance, while Gwen may currently have blue seats and blue carpeting, a few years from now it may have green seats. The best way to tell the train cars apart (well aside from the signs of course!) is the marquetry and fitting details as some of the carriages do have similar (or the same) carpets and upholsteries.

For those hoping to take a journey on the British Pullman, we hope these descriptions and photos may help you choose your own favorite train carriage. Just note that not all 12 carriages are used on many of the journeys so it is best to choose a couple of favorites! So here we go from A to Z:

Audrey Carriage

Audrey began its life as a first class kitchen car, entering service in 1932 as part of the Southern Belle (later renamed the Brighton Belle) which was the world’s first all-electric Pullman train. Audrey was used regularly by members of the royal family including Queen Elizabeth II, The Queen Mother, and The Duke of Edinburgh. In 1940, it was damaged by a wartime air raid bombing while at London Victoria Station.

Audrey would continue making the trip between London’s Victoria station and Brighton until 1972 when the Brighton Belle was taken out of service. The most interesting feature of Audrey is definitely the 12 beautiful marquetry panels of landscape scenes as well as its Art Deco strip lighting.

Cygnus Carriage

Cygnus is one of the younger carriages, not being completed until 1951 because of delays caused by World War II. Cygnus was a first class parlour car and entered service with the Golden Arrow, carrying passengers between London and Dover. It was a popular car and was used by royalty and heads of states on official visits. It served on the Golden Arrow until its final journey in 1972. It made its film debut in 1976 in the film Agatha . Two interesting features of Cygnus are its mirrors and beautiful swan mosaics on the bathroom floors. 

Note: It used to be said that this was one of the train carriages used as part of Winston Churchill’s funeral train in 1965; however, this does not appear to be so based on video clips of the funeral train and that information I believe has been corrected. Perseus, however, was definitely a part of Churchill’s funeral train.

Gwen Carriage

Gwen was built in 1932 and was one of the train carriages on the Brighton Belle. The carriage had a sumptuous interior and became very popular after it was used to convey Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother) to Brighton in 1948.

After the Brighton Belle was taken out of service in 1972, Gwen was used as a restaurant in Essex and later as a public attraction. Gwen is a beautiful carriage with a signature pearwood shell motif on walnut. This was probably my second favorite train carriage as I love the colors in this carriage.

Ibis Carriage

Ibis was built in 1925, making it the oldest carriage that is currently part of the Belmond British Pullman. It operated for several years in continental Europe, including the Milan to Venice section of the Simplon-Orient-Express, the Deauville Express, and the Pullman Express. Ibis was then moved back to England and served on the Golden Arrow from 1930 to 1952 and then as part of a special Cunard boat train from 1952 to 1963 where it transferred ocean liner passengers to and from Southampton.

It was retired from service in 1968. This was the train that Laurence and I were assigned to and we loved it. It has a great history and beautiful marquetry and medallions depicting Greek dancers and musicians.

Ione Carriage

Built in 1928, Ione was originally a first class kitchen car and served on a great many services over its life. It started off running on services on the Great Western Railway and then the Bournemouth Belle. Later it served on the Queen of Scots, the Yorkshire Pullman, the Teens-Tyne Pullman, and the South Wales Pullman. From 1964 until its retirement in 1968, Ione operated on the Talisman service which ran from London to Edinburgh each day.

The Ione carriage, during our trip, was decorated very much like the Ibis carriage during our train journey with the same chairs and general colors schemes for the upholstery, lamps, and curtains. A significant distinguishing feature of this elegant carriage is its frieze of Victorian pink roses.

Lucille Carriage

Built in 1928, Lucille is an all-steel car intended for service on the Queen of Scots, but because of the war served in a number of services, including the Ocean Liner Expresses, Torquay Pullman, Queen of Scots, and Yorkshire Pullman. It was part of the Bournemouth Belle from 1964 to 1967.

In 1967, Lucille was purchased by train enthusiast Mr. Esmond Lewis-Evans for preservation in the short-lived Ashford Steam Centre and Mr. Lewis-Evans himself lived in the carriage for about 16 years!   Lucille has some beautiful marquetry of Grecian urns on dyed green holly wood.

Minerva Carriage

Minerva was built in 1927, and this Pullman car would serve many train routes including the Devon Belle Pullman. During World War II, it was put into storage and then in 1951 was refurbished to join the Golden Arrow as a first class parlour car. In 1953, the car was used to carry visitors from Dover Marina to London for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II and for the Coronation Derby.

It was withdrawn from service in 1961 and was preserved in the Lytham Creek Railway Museum. Minerva’s distinctive feature is its delicate Edwardian marquetry.

Perseus Carriage

Like Cygnus, Perseus was designed in the 1930’s but was not completed until 1951 because of the war. It joined the Golden Arrow and would be part of the Golden Arrow until 1972, taking part in the last journey of the train. In 1956 Perseus was used to carry the Russian leaders Bulganin and Khrushchev during a state visit and in 1965 was part of Sir Winston Churchill’s funeral train.

In 1976, it was preserved in the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and also starred in the film Agatha . The distinctive features in Perseus are its ash panels and old framed prints on the walls.

Phoenix Carriage

Phoenix was built in 1927 as a first class parlour car and was originally named Rainbow. However, in 1936 while in Michedlever, England it caught on fire and all but the underframe was destroyed. The car was rebuilt and fittingly named Phoenix and then joined the Golden Arrow service in 1952. Phoenix was a popular royal carriage and is said to have been the favorite carriage of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. It was also used to carry visiting foreign dignitaries such as General de Gaulle in 1960. It made the last journey of the Golden Arrow in 1972.

Phoenix was then sold to Hotels-Restaurant Mercure in 1973 and used as a stationary restaurant in France. Interesting features of Phoenix are its beautiful flower bouquet marquetry details and oval mirrors.

Vera Carriage

Vera was built in 1932 as a first class kitchen car for the Brighton Belle as part of an all-electric Pullman train. It is built like Audrey and the two are always paired together. Vera was also hit during the air raid at Victoria Station in 1940, but it suffered a direct hit and the roof had to be extensively repaired. It rejoined Brighton Belle in 1947 and continued to run with Audrey.

The carriage was often used by members of the British royal family, such as to review the Fleet in 1953 and for Prince Charles’ and Princess Anne’s first trip on an electric train in 1954. It ran until Brighton Belle service was withdrawn in 1972.

It was then purchased by Mrs Deborah Turner and used as a garden house in Suffolk. The most distinctive features of this elegant carriage are the sandalwood panels depicting a gazelle leaping between two palm trees.

Zena Carriage

Zena was built in 1928 as a first class parlour car. It served on the Great Western Railway on ocean liner services to Plymouth and in the Torbay Pullman. Later it would serve on the Bournemouth Belle until the war. After the war, the carriage would be part of the Queen of Scots, the Yorkshire Pullman, the Tees-Tyne Pullman, and the South Wales Pullman. It would carry a number of notable people including the French President Vincent Auriol and his wife during their state visit in 1950. Zena retired in 1965 as part of the final run of the Tees-Tyne Pullman.

In 1966, the car was consigned to the scrapheap, but was luckily saved by Terry Robinson of Doncaster who purchased it and later sold it to Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Ltd in 1979. The distinctive features of Zena are its beautiful marquetry and its octagonal mirrors.

Hope you enjoyed the post, whether you are an armchair traveler wanting a sneak peek inside this famous train or someone thinking of booking a journey on the British Pullman. We had a fantastic trip (you can read more about our actual experience here ) and definitely recommend it as it a way to celebrate a special day or event.

Do you think you would enjoy a ride on the Belmond British Pullman train? Which train carriage do you think would be your favorite?  If you’ve been on the British Pullman, we’d love to hear about your own experience. 

We hope this information is helpful to anyone planning a trip on the British Pullman or Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Feel free to leave us any questions you have about the train below and we are happy to try to answer them!

**Disclosure: We were provided complimentary and discounted services by Belmond in order to write a review about our trip on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express (which included our ride on the Belmond British Pullman train); however, this article contains only our own honest thoughts and opinions. We specifically chose to take and review this experience as part of a larger project and you can read more in our Ethics Code about how we accept work.**

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Rachel Forrester Post author

August 8, 2022 at 1:13 pm

We are due to travel on Friday and can’t wait. We are on Perseus and your website has been most enlightening. I’m not sure how comfortable it will be in the predicted 32°C, but I’m sure a paddle in the sea at Whistable will help cool us down!

Jessica & Laurence Norah Post author

August 10, 2022 at 6:44 am

So happy that our article was helpful and I hope you enjoy your trip in Perseus. Yes, unfortunately, the British Pullman is a beautiul but old train and therefore does not have air-conditioning. But I am sure they will do what they can to have some air circulating, but I would come prepared for it to be hot in the carriages. I’d definitely recommend wearing cool lightweight clothes, bringing water, and maybe a little fan. And yes I am sure a dip in the sea will help too!

Wishing you a wonderful trip! Jessica

VALERIE MALCOLM Post author

August 7, 2022 at 7:02 am

On Friday 5 August, a friend and I took a memorable Pullman trip around Kent, leaving from London at 1105 and returning around 1615. From the time we arrived on the platform to the time we alighted on our return, the experience never failed to delight. The lovely time appropriate singers on the platform; the welcoming and well informed stewards, the wine, champagne, wine, cleverly considered menu and the timing of each course made the whole day such a delight. Only I really know just how much this actually meant to me. Thank you!

August 10, 2022 at 6:40 am

Hi Valerie,

Glad you enjoyed your trip on the British Pullman train, sounds like a great experience for you and your friend. Glad you enjoyed our post about it and that it was such a wonderful day out for you.

Wishing you many future happy travels, Jessica

cyclo Post author

June 27, 2022 at 8:25 am

thank’s for listing all carriages that’ will help to choose which pleases to us

June 28, 2022 at 5:28 am

You’re very welcome and glad you enjoyed our post on the Belmond British Pullman train. Just note that they often don’t have all the carriages attached and in use at one time (depends on the trip and number of passengers booked) so not all the carriages we note may be available. But all the carriages are really nice and I hope you enjoy your train journey!

Best, Jessica

Marcy H Post author

August 17, 2018 at 9:52 pm

Thank you so much for your insights into this magical journey! You have to reveal the source or brand of your luggage please! Most attractive!

August 18, 2018 at 7:54 am

Hi Marcy, Glad you enjoyed reading about our British Pullman Train journey 😉 The luggage pictured is by EDDAS (a South Korean brand) although I don’t know if the exact design is still available as we purchased it was from several years ago on Amazon. But it is essentially an inexpensive version of the well-known Globe-Trotter luggage (based in England). Hope that helps! Best, Jessica

Jonathan Post author

July 4, 2017 at 5:46 pm

Great article with perfect pictures to compliment your “travel swag.” Your fashion taste is on point!

December 8, 2017 at 9:46 am

Thanks Jonathan, glad you enjoyed and we always appreciate compliments 😉 Best, Jessica

Rob+Ann Post author

June 23, 2017 at 4:22 pm

LOVE!! We are in love with this post, as we are with everything that recalls the “Golden Age of Travel.” A Pullman journey has long been on our Bucket List, and your photos show exactly why. So elegant, so posh. (Side note: Jessica, we love your luggage!) We are definitely tucking this one away for later – we have a big “milestone” year coming up…this trip is a good contender for that celebration!

June 23, 2017 at 6:10 pm

Hi guys, A journey on the British Pullman train definitely sounds like it may be a great fit for your upcoming celebration! Just let us know if you have any questions. Best, Jessica

Tara Simmons Post author

June 21, 2017 at 10:40 pm

The Belmond British Pullman Train is wonderful. All the image was gorgeous. Your black dress also and your old luxury luggage is cool. You look like a big celebrity. At first, I see the luxury train under service and design. Really a good experience for me. Thanks for sharing your great experience.

June 22, 2017 at 10:16 am

Hi Tara, Oh thanks for the sweet comments and I hope you get a chance to see this beautiful train in person someday. Glad you enjoyed our photos 😉 Best, Jessica

Rhonda Albom Post author

June 20, 2017 at 1:20 am

These train journeys look very luxurious. The restored cars are beautiful and a reminder of a bygone era. I love the floor mosaics.

June 20, 2017 at 9:22 am

Hi Rhonda, Yes, I love the luxurious Old World style of the trains – definitely one of the appealing aspects of the British Pullman train and the VSOE. The mosaic floors in the toilet compartments are great and a little surprise and each one is different! Best, Jessica

Leigh Post author

June 19, 2017 at 2:40 pm

How luxurious! If you ever travel to Chicago, you should check out the Pullman neighborhood, which is a national monument. I wrote a post about it on my blog – it’s cool that those cars are still being used!

June 20, 2017 at 9:16 am

Hi Leigh, Yes, it is great that so many of these cars have been restored and are still being used. We have been to Chicago but have not visited the Pullman neighborhood will have to do that the next time we are in the city. Best, Jessica

Sarah Post author

June 17, 2017 at 9:22 am

Thank you so much for sharing! The photos are wonderful and truly inspire me to take a trip when we visit London! We were able to take the Belmond Hiram Bingham through Peru and loved the luxury and step back into time.

June 17, 2017 at 5:48 pm

Hi Sarah, Glad you enjoyed the photos. Yes, we haven’t done the Hiram Bingham train yet, but would love to do it once we get to Peru – it looks fantastic! Best, Jessica

Anisa Post author

June 17, 2017 at 6:07 am

Wow this really looks absolutely amazing. The only downside is the price, but it is the ultimate in train luxury. I think I am going to have to do this on a special occassion so I don’t have to feel guilty splurging.

June 17, 2017 at 5:47 pm

Hi Anisa, Yes, it is definitely more expensive than most train trips, but doing the Belmond British Pullman is a great less expensive alternative to the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, and it is indeed great for a special occasions. They normally have special events for holidays like Mother’s Day or Christmas or Valentine’s Day but also great to celebrate things like birthdays, anniversaries, and work promotions. Hope you get a chance to take a splurge journey on the British Pullman some day! ~ Jessica

Lolo Post author

June 17, 2017 at 1:38 am

How awesome! We looked into the Venice-Simplon Orient Express once, but I like the sound of doing the UK portion of the route on the Belmond! I’d love to be transported back in time on such a train and wish traveling via by train was still this way! Pinned for later!

June 17, 2017 at 5:44 pm

Hi Lolo, Yes, the British Pullman is a great less expensive alternative to the Venice Simplon Orient Express and they have some great day trips! Best, Jessica

Richard Post author

June 10, 2017 at 6:26 pm

I always love reading your traveling posts because you always give lots of effort to share your experiences when you come to any place in the world. Especially, your photos for this trip are really high quality, beautiful and make people really want to come there. Please keep updating and sharing your journeys with us! Have a nice day 😀

June 15, 2017 at 10:15 am

Hi Richard, Thanks so much for your kind comments and I am glad to hear you enjoyed our photos from out trip on the Belmond British Pullman train. We will definitely keep sharing our travels with you 😉 Best, Jessica

Anda Post author

June 8, 2017 at 8:51 pm

Such an interesting post and so many gorgeous pictures! I found out a lot about the Belmond British Pullman Train from it. I didn’t know for instance that the Orient Express was not a train, but a route. I always thought it was a train, like the Glacier Express, in Switzerland. I would definitely enjoy a ride in the Belmond British Pulman. It seems you had a blast on this ride too.

June 15, 2017 at 10:28 am

Hi Anda, Glad you enjoyed the post and yes, some names are a specific set of rolling stock (e.g., passenger cars, locomotive) whereas others were routes. The Orient-Express was a route and actually there were several routes that had the name such as the Simplon Orient Express and the Direct Orient Express 😉 The Belmond British Pullman is a great train for a special occasion 😉 Best, Jessica

Seana Turner Post author

June 7, 2017 at 5:49 am

You look like you could be a movie star with your luggage in that one shot! I would definitely enjoy this experience. The “old luxury” is so appealing. Just to sit and relax and watch the world go by feels like the epitome of luxury. I would be happy in any one of the carriages, but definitely love the color scheme of the Gwen. Makes me even more excited about the upcoming remake of “Murder On The Orient Express” coming out this fall:)

June 15, 2017 at 10:11 am

Hi Seana, Yes, we love the Golden Age of Travel sort of things like old trains and boats so the British Pullman was a great fit 😉 Gwen was also one of my favorite train carriages as well as I loved the color but all of them are really special. I didn’t know they were making another remake of that film, will have to add it to the list! Best, Jessica

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• Treat your taste buds to savoury delicacies and indulgent pastries
• Enjoy refreshing tea and half a bottle of Champagne each

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PULLMAN DINING - VINTAGE STEAM TRAINS

Dine in the luxury of one our authentic 1960’s Pullman Cars. Enjoy a delicious Breakfast, Dinner or traditional Sunday Lunch in the splendid scenery that only a train can give you the chance to appreciate.

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A full restaurant car service in our authentic Pullman Cars is included with your ticket. Depending on the tour and time of day this service includes: full English breakfast, three course lunch, afternoon cream tea or a four course evening dinner, all served at your seat together with fine wines, beers, tea & coffee.

First Class Private Compartment

Individual seating in Fist Class compartments for up to six people.  Restaurant car service of teas, coffees, bacon rolls and afternoon tea available, served at your seat.

Seating at tables for four in our Tourist coach originally built for the electrification of the West Coast Main Line. Bacon rolls, buffet meals, light refreshments, wine, beer, teas & coffees can be ordered for delivery to your seat.

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A steam train experience like no other, our steam train trips take passengers onboard beautifully restored, authentic 1920's and 1930's luxury trains across the UK. Departing from London and major cities across the midlands and North of England, our steam train experiences take passengers back to Golden Age of travel when steam travel was at its most popular. With authentic and beautifully restored carriages, a steam train trip with us will leave with you memories you'll cherish forever. A highlight of our steam train experiences is the Settle & Carlisle at Leisure onboard the Northern Belle and hauled by the Princess Elizabeth. Taking passengers through the Lakes & Dales, this is a truly special journey with royal connections. Other highlights include the Golden Age of Travel by Steam onboard the British Pullman , sister to the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express . All of our steam train experiences include at least one multiple-course meal prepared fresh onboard by talented chefs. All trips are round-trips and last anywhere between five hours and a full-day. Steam trips with excursions include both a brunch on the outward journey and a four-course dinner on the return journey with around three to four hours time at leisure at the destination outlined in the itinerary.

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Britain's 'poshest train' is coming through Birmingham - when to see it

B ritain's 'poshest train' is coming through Birmingham tomorrow (April 27). Once part of the iconic Orient Express, the Northern Belle was voted one of the world’s most luxurious trains by readers of Conde Nast Traveller magazine.

And when Channel 5 filmed The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys programme, impressed narrator Bill Nighy described it as 'the Grand Dame of luxury travel '. The trip involves a red carpet arrival, champagne, a three-course brunch and a 'sumptuous six-course dinner' as musicians and magicians entertain the guests.

Tickets cost £700 and sold out so quickly that organisers have now organised three more trips. The 1930s Pullman-style steam train will set off from Coventry, pass through Birmingham , Wolverhampton and Stafford before making its way over the spectacular Settle-Carlisle line through the North Yorkshire moors.

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A spokesman for the train said: "Even though this is always a popular excursion, we were surprised at just how quickly tickets were snapped up this time. But we won’t just be taking passengers for a day out, we will be transporting them back to the golden days of rail travel.

"Nothing is too good for our pampered passengers. We serve the finest food, the finest wine and the finest champagne. We even have our own onboard musicians and a magician to entertain our guests."

When to see the Northern Belle around Birmingham

Provisional timings for the Northern Belle for departure and arrivals on Saturday April 27 are as follows:

Coventry Station 06:25 / 21:50

Birmingham International Station 06:40 / 21:35

Walsall 07:25 / 21:00

Stafford Station 08:25 / 20:15

Crewe Station 09:05 / 19:45

Carlisle Station 12:45

And for those who have missed out on tickets for this weekend’s train, the journey will now be repeated on June 8, July 27, and October 19. Fares start at £495. Find out more and book tickets via the Northern Belle website.

On June 8, the train is due to depart from Coventry Station at 7.10am and get to Birmingham International Station at 7.25am.

Passengers will board over a red carpet then enjoy a glass of champagne. They will be served a three-course brunch as a vintage diesel locomotive hauls the train north to Carnforth in Lancashire.

Giant Battle of Britain class steam locomotive Tangmere, which once pulled famous expresses like The Golden Arrow between London and the South Coast, will take over for the trip through Carlisle and on to Settle. Passengers will be served a sumptuous six-course dinner with more wine and champagne during the journey home in the evening.

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Britain's "poshest" train the Northern Belle was once described by actor Bill Nighy as "the Grand Dame of luxury travel", and features distinctive umber and cream 1930s-style Pullman carriages.

The luxurious train will pick up ticketed passengers from Walsall and Stafford tomorrow morning - but the event has sold out despite tickets costing up to a whopping £700 each, with eager train-goers ready to experience a trip like no other.

The engine's popularity has even prompted its bosses to add three more steam journeys over the spectacular Settle-Carlisle line through the North Yorkshire moors.

A spokesman for the train, which was once part of the iconic Orient Express, said: “Even though this is always a popular excursion, we were surprised at just how quickly tickets were snapped up this time.

“But we won’t just be taking passengers for a day out, we will be transporting them back to the golden days of rail travel.

“Nothing is too good for our pampered passengers. We serve the finest food, the finest wine and the finest champagne.

“We even have our own on-board musicians and a magician to entertain our guests.”

The Northern Belle was voted one of world’s most luxurious trains by readers of Conde Nast Traveller magazine last year.

And when Channel 5 filmed “The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys” programme, impressed narrator Bill Nighy described it as “the Grand Dame of luxury travel”.

Passengers tomorrow will board over a red carpet before the Northern Belle departs Coventry at 6.25am, before calling at Birmingham International at 6.40am, Walsall at 7.25am and Stafford at 8.25am.

They will be handed their first glass of champagne before a three-course brunch is served as a vintage diesel locomotive hauls the train north to Carnforth in Lancashire.

Giant Battle of Britain class steam locomotive Tangmere, which once pulled famous expresses like The Golden Arrow between London and the South Coast, will take over for the trip through Carlisle and on to Settle.

Passengers will be served a sumptuous six-course dinner with more wine and champagne during the journey home in the evening.

And for those who have missed this weekend’s train, the journey will now be repeated on June 8, July 27, and October 19.

Fares start at £495. For more details, see here .

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Moscow Metro Tour

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Moscow metro private tours.

• 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
• Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

• Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
• Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
• Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
• Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
• Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
• Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
• Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
• Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
• If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
• Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
• Have fun time with a very friendly local;
• + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

Hotel Pick-up

Metro stations:.

Komsomolskaya

Novoslobodskaya

Prospekt Mira

Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

+ for 3-hour tour

Victory Park

Slavic Boulevard

Vystavochnaya

Dostoevskaya

Elektrozavodskaya

Partizanskaya

Museum of Moscow Metro

• Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
• + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

• Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
• Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
• The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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There’s been a murder in our midst! Step aboard an immersive mystery on Britain's most iconic train.

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• Round-trip aboard the train
• Interactive Murder Mystery event
• Five-course lunch with wine and champagne

Clan Line 50th Anniversary Pullman

Celebrate clan line's 50th return to the mainline with a thrilling steam-powered journey to bath..

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• Brunch with Bellini
• Visit of Bath at leisure
• A four-course dinner on your journey home

Champagne Afternoon Tea

Add sparkle to your day with our sumptuous afternoon tea excursion as the belmond british pullman train takes you on a round-trip through britain’s beautiful countryside..

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• One bottle of Veuve Clicquot for two
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Elektrostal to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie by train

Travel from Elektrostal (Russia) to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (France) by train (2938km): schedule and information to the train connection. Compare fares and buy your ticket.

The train connection Elektrostal (Russia) - Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (France) is comfortable to travel by including the direct overnight trains from Moscow to Paris or Nice (France). Please read the following travel information and blog posts.

There are two main routes. Compare them and decide which one feeds your needs best.

1 Elektrostal (Russia) - Moscow (Russia) - Paris (France) - Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (France)

2 elektrostal (russia) - moscow (russia) - warsaw (poland) - berlin (germany) - saint-gilles-croix-de-vie (france).

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The route consist of more than one step. You have to buy several train tickets.

1a Travelling from Elektrostal (Russia) to Moscow (Russia)

To travel in Russia by train, buy your ticket online via one of the given booking links. There you find exact schedules and ticket prices. The price depends on the type of train and the time you travel and can vary a lot. For most trains you can chose your seat if you book online. And it is the easiest way if you do not speak the Russian language. Good to know: in Russia you will find very interesting long-distance trains, travelling overnight. They usually offer: 1st class sleeper with 2-berth compartments, 2nd class Kupé with 4-berth compartments and 3rd class Platskartny with open-plan dormitory cars.

1b Travelling from Moscow (Russia) to Paris (France)

The train connection from Moscow to Paris is served once a week by the direct RZD night train. The journey time is 40 hours. You can buy train tickets from 180 EUR. You spend two nights on the comfortable Russian night train. A dining car is available over large parts of the route. Find the exact ticket fares and timetable via the booking links. Please have a look at our film about this trip, showing all the important travel details.

Where to buy a ticket from Moscow to Paris?

You will receive your suitable ticket for this route here. Most even convenient as e-ticket by e-mail. Very good and extensive support included, as well as many payment options.

night train: Night trains that might be suitable for this trip. EN 17B/409 Moscow - Nice / EN 23J/452 Moscow - Paris

train connections: popular connections travelled by other users Paris - Moscow

1c Travelling from Paris (France) to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (France)

To travel in France by train, buy your ticket via the following booking links. There you find schedules and ticket prices with discounts. Book early to get inexpensive train tickets. To travel long distances between the big cities of France, use a TGV high-speed train.

Where to buy a ticket from Paris to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie?

Cheap train tickets! Buy your train ticket online on Omio. The easy to use booking system with very good prices and e-tickets.

train types: Train types you are likely to travel with. Transport Express Régional (TER) / THALYS (THY) / Train à Grande Vitesse (TGV) / Eurostar (EST) / Intercités (IC) / TGV Lyria France - Switzerland (Lyria) / TGV France - Italy (TGV) / TGV Alleo France - Germany (TGV Alleo) / TGV Elipsos France - Spain (TGV Elipsos)

night train: Night trains that might be suitable for this trip. ICN 3981|83 Paris - Latour-de-Carol / ICN 5789/93 Paris - Briançon / EN 453/24J Paris - Moscow

ferry: Ferry connections that might be helpful. Calais - Dover / Cherbourg - Rosslare

train company: SNCF Société Nationale des Chemins de fer français / THALYS Thalys / EST Eurostar International

train connections: popular connections travelled by other users Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie - Paris / Paris - Bordeaux / Paris - Brest / Paris - Lille / Paris - Lyon / Paris - Marseille / Paris - Toulouse / Paris - Strasbourg / Lyon - Bordeaux / Lyon - Marmande / Strasbourg - Marseille

search for train schedules here: Online timetable information, on which you can find relevant, up-to-date connections. rail.cc Deutsche Bahn

Impressions from the first-class upper deck

Travel overnight from france to italy, with the rzd night trains, travel in style with russian railways, across the alps along the tenda line., with the comfortable transeuropean express., through the pyrenees on a spectacular railway line., tgv or ter, what is your choice, 2a travelling from elektrostal (russia) to moscow (russia), 2b travelling from moscow (russia) to warsaw (poland).

Travel from Moscow to Warsaw by direct train. The journey time is 15 hours. Train tickets are available from 150 EUR. The trains run overnight via Belarus and offer compartments with 1, 2 or 4 berths. They are very comfortable and high quality. If you want to avoid Belarus, you can travel via Ukraine. First travel from Moscow to Kiev by overnight train. The journey time is 13 hours, tickets are available from 70 EUR. Then travel from Kiev to Warsaw by day or overnight train. The journey time is 15 hours and tickets are available from 45 EUR. Find train schedules and buy your ticket via the given booking links.

Where to buy a ticket from Moscow to Warsaw?

Polrail Service offers train tickets for Poland and to bordering countries.

Online shop for train tickets of the Polish State Railways PKP.

train connections: popular connections travelled by other users Warsaw - Moscow

2c Travelling from Warsaw (Poland) to Berlin (Germany)

To travel from Warsaw to Berlin by train, buy a "Sparpreis Europa" saver ticket of German railways Deutsche Bahn. The ticket price starts from 29 EUR. The journey time is about 6:30. There are at least four direct train connections per day by the Berlin-Warszawa-Express. Find the exact train schedules and buy your train tickets via the given booking links.

Where to buy a ticket from Warsaw to Berlin?

Official saver fares! Official online shop of German railways (Deutsche Bahn). Train tickets for Germany and to bordering countries. Buy your saver fare tickets easily and securely here.

train types: Train types you are likely to travel with. Twoje Linie Kolejowe (TLK) / Berlin Warszawa Express (BWE)

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2d Travelling from Berlin (Germany) to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (France)

To travel from Germany to France by train, use a route either via Cologne to Lille/Paris by Thalys train. Or from Frankfurt or Stuttgart via Saarbrücken/Strasbourg to Paris by TGV/ICE. There is also a direct train from Frankfurt in direction of Marseille. Please use the given booking links to find schedules and ticket prices. Prices are usually the same, but sometimes vary slightly. If you want to use a night train, have a look at the Russian night train Moscow to Paris (enter in Berlin). A very nice experience and high quality, but does not run daily! The Europe Special price of Deutsche Bahn (German railways) is available from EUR 39. As earlier you book, as cheaper the ticket prices are.

Where to buy a ticket from Berlin to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie?

Interrail/Eurail celebrates its 50th anniversary. Get 10% discount now! --> Make your journey easier: buy only one Interrail or Eurail pass instead of several train tickets. Save your time and money!

train types: Train types you are likely to travel with. THALYS (THY) / ICE Alleo Germany - France (ICE Alleo) / TGV Alleo France - Germany (TGV Alleo)

night train: Night trains that might be suitable for this trip. EN 23J/452 Moscow - Paris

train company: DB Deutsche Bahn / SNCF Société Nationale des Chemins de fer français / THALYS Thalys

train connections: popular connections travelled by other users Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie - Berlin / Berlin - Paris / Cologne - Paris / Düsseldorf - Paris / Frankfurt am Main - Paris / Hamburg - Paris / Hanover - Paris / Leipzig - Paris / Munich - Paris / Nuremberg - Paris / Stuttgart - Paris

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By saver fare train ticket from Germany to France

A train journey from france to germany in first class, the direct thalys train or as option by ice/ic/ter trains (interrail/eurail), including a video documentation, it's not that complicated, need a cheap place to sleep we recommend booking.com, find a cheap flight compare prices on kiwi.com.

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