This is a new rail journey for the 2003 season. The Northern Belle, the first
classic train of the new millennium, provides the ultimate in rail travel
through the British countryside. Immaculate carriages, deluxe hotel stays,
superb cuisine and scenery await you. From the comfort of your carriage marvel
at the beauty of the landscape and visit Britain’s most magnificent sites.
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9 days independent from $5135 per person land / rail
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Inclusions
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3 nights at the Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh
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1 night at the Grosvenor Hotel in Chester
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2 nights at the Bath Spa Hotel
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1 night at the Sofitel St. James in London
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Private tour of Bodnant Garden, Wales
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Cruise to the Isle of Mull
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Private tour / whiskey tasting at Duart Castle
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Visit dramatic Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral
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Rail excursion on the Flying Scotsman
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Meals
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7 breakfasts
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1 brunch
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6 lunches
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6 dinners
Note: All wines and bar drinks are included aboard the Northern Be
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Tours Itenary
Day 1 Thursday
Depart USA
Board your flight from the US to London.
Day 2 Friday Br D
Arrive London
A private car takes you to London’s Victoria Rail Station, where you board
Orient Express’ Northern Belle and depart at 9 AM. Enjoy a champagne
brunch on board, arriving at York in the afternoon for a private visit to
Castle Howard, setting for PBS’ “Brideshead Revisted.” Dinner on
board as the train continues north, offering spectacular views. Arrive
Edinburgh. BALMORAL HOTEL.
Day 3 Saturday BLD
Edinburgh
After breakfast, explore Scotland’s capital city where tall buildings in
medieval Old Town contrast with classical architecture in Georgian New Town.
Take in Edinburgh Castle, the National Gallery and Holyroodhouse. Additionally,
a guided Glasgow excursion is available. Note, golf can be arranged here as an
optional extra. BALMORAL HOTEL
Day 4 Sunday BLD
Oban/Isle of Mull
Set off early to the Inner Hebrides. At seaside Oban, sail to the Isle of Mull
and Duart Castle, the ideal setting to witness traditional Highland games and
dancing. Enjoy local liqueurs and whisky before sailing back to the mainland.
Tonight indulge in a gourmet Scottish dinner aboard the train as you travel
back to Edinburgh. BALMORAL HOTEL
Day 5 Monday BLD
Yorkshire/Chester
Travel the scenic route of the Settle and Carlisle railway, known for its
soaring viaducts over the Yorkshire Dales. Visit Haworth, the site of the
Bronte sisters’ parsonage home. Next, visit nearby Saltaire, the Victorian
factory town, developed in 1853 as a social experiment. Reboard and travel to
the medieval walled town of Chester. CHESTER GROSVENOR HOTEL
Day 6 Tuesday BLD
Wales/Bath
Following breakfast, board the Northern Belle for a visit to the beautiful
Bodnant Gardens in Wales. Reboard and head through the idyllic Cotswolds to
Bath. A blend of Roman and Georgian history, Bath is a living museum. BATH SPA
HOTEL.
Day 7 Wednesday BLD
Bath
Explore the Roman Baths, the Pump Room, the Assembly, the Royal Crescent and
the Museum of Costume with displays from Tudor times to present day. After
lunch and some free time for shopping, depart for Sudelely Castle, a restored
medieval fortress. A private tour of the castle and a sumptuous banquet await
you this evening. BATH SPA HOTEL
Day 8 Thursday BL
Stonehenge/Salisbury
The Flying Scotsman, the famed steam engine, joins the Northern Belle for the
trip back to London. Stop along the way at Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral.
Reboard and return to Victoria Station. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy
London. Private transfer to SOFITEL ST. JAMES.
Day 9 Friday B
London/Return to US
A private car takes you to the airport and your return flight to the US. Thank
you for traveling with us.
Tour Company also offers a variety of itineraries aboard the deluxe Royal
Scotsman, which emulates the luxury of the world’s leading hotels with the
charm of train travel. Inquire for details.
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2003 Dates and Rates
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| Apr 3; May 1; Jun 5; Jul 3 & 31; Sep 4; Oct 2, 2003 |
$5135 |
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Land/rail Rate is per person based on double occupancy.
Single supplement is $1575.
Land/air/rail Rate is from $5650 based on double occupancy. Airfare is
priced from New York.
Arrival/departure transfers are included.
International air taxes of $98 per person are additional, paid directly
to Maupintour, and are subject to change.
Pre/post nights are available upon request.
Reservation deposit is $1300 per person. |
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