Make 2026 a year for an unforgettable travel experience

Our 2026 journeys are now available to book, departing from a variety of regional stations and offering unforgettable day trips with fine dining to some of Britain’s best-loved destinations.

The 2026 programme features our signature touches — a Champagne reception, caviar blinis, an expertly curated Sommelier wine pairing with each course, Port with the cheese board, and Fortnum & Mason tea service. Guests can now also enjoy menu choices onboard, a key feature of the dining experience that adds even more personalisation and indulgence to each journey.

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Our mission is simple; to exceed our guests' expectations. We are constantly striving to improve the experience, make special memories for our passengers and operate the most luxurious train.

Experience rail travel at its finest.

The epitome of luxury & elegance.

Evoking the opulence of 1930s rail travel.

Beyond the world of ordinary first-class there has been an almost secret world. Since the dawn of railways there has existed a world of private luxury trains and only a handful remain. The Northern Belle is one such Train, and the most luxurious, carefully restored to its former glory by the Venice Simplon-Orient Express. Welcome to our world.