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Enjoying a sumptuous meal on bard the British Pullman

Enjoy a luxurious feast for all your senses on board the Orient-Express British Pullman with a lunch or dinner excursion lasting approximately four delightfully indulgent hours.

Savour mouth watering food and carefully selected wines as you relax and let our attentive stewards care for your every need as the rich and varied tapestry of the country's finest landscapes glide gently by.

 

The fine meals served on board the British Pullman are freshly prepared by our master chefs, and are accompanied with chilled champagne and wine. The actual meals served vary according to the journey taken. As long as we are notified at the time of booking, we can cater for special dietary requirements. We do however regret that we are unable to provide meals requiring strict religious observance in the preparation.

 

Specially crafted menus enhance any cause for celebration and small gifts and surprises can be arranged* to make the day truly unforgettable.

 

*See 'For Your Information'

 

Sample Menus:

Please note that the menus above are sample menus only and are subject to change at any time. Menus will vary depending on your chosen journey. If you have any special dietary requirements please notify us at the time of booking.

 

Special Occasions

The opulence and style of the Orient-Express carriages serve as the perfect backdrop to mark any unique occasion such as a romantic Valentines Day lunch or dinner or a special Mother's Day treat.

 


1920s Dinner

£350 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Re-live the glamour and romance of the 1920s with a themed dinner. Dress up for the occasion in vintage style, relax in your sumptuous armchair and allow yourself to be transported back to a more gracious age.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

This journey will take you on a circular tour through Britain's beautiful countryside whilst you relax aboard the gleaming carriages of the British Pullman and enjoy a delicious five course dinner with champagne and wine. You do not disembark from the train during the journey.

 

From

Outward

Return

London Victoria

19:30 London Victoria
23:00 London Victoria


Departures 2011:

October 27.



Brunch & High Tea via Folkestone

£260 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Enjoy a fabulous sparkling brunch and high tea as you travel to and from this seaside town, once infamous for its smuggling activities and now an attractive resort.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Enjoy a delicious sparkling Bellini brunch on your journey to the traditional English seaside town of Folkestone. After skirting the Kent coast, the train stops at Folkestone West where you are met by your guide who will accompany you on the coach transfer to 'The Leas' at Folkestone. On arrival you will have some free time (approximately 45 minutes) to stretch your legs. The famous mile long cliff-top promenade demonstrates how the Edwardian elegance of the town lives on. On your return journey, an afternoon tea with a glass of champagne, along with a 1/2 bottle of wine per person, will be served.

 

From

Outward

Return

London Victoria

10:45 London Victoria
12:35 Folkestone
15:15 Folkestone
17:30* London Victoria


Departures 2011:

March 31.
April 7, 10, 14, 28.
May 5, 8, 15, 19, 29.
June 5, 9, 16, 26, 30.
July 7, 21, 28.

August 18, 25.
September 18, 22, 25, 29.
October 9, 13, 20, 23, 30.
November 3.
* Return may be delayed as train also carries Orient-Express passengers returning from Europe.

"The Dinner"

£350 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

The magical elegance of the Orient-Express is nowhere more clearly expressed than through 'The Dinner'. These splendid evenings are the ultimate in pure social extravagance. The most exclusive place to dine in London; “The Dinner” is limited to only ninety guests so book early to guarantee your place for this uniquely indulgent evening.

 

(Elegant evening wear recommended).

 

Includes :

Begin your evening with a glass of chilled champagne before you take your seat in the Restaurant Car. Prepared by expert chefs from the finest ingredients, a variety of dishes are combined to create a gourmet 'tasting menu' designed to stimulate both the appetite and the taste buds. Each course is perfectly complemented by our sommelier's choice of fine wines. The journey departs from and returns to London Victoria. You do not disembark from the train during the journey. The most exclusive place to dine in London; "The Dinner" is limited to only ninety guests so book early to guarantee your place for this uniquely indulgent evening.
 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

19:30 23:00


Departures 2011:

January 29.
March 10.
May 26.

August 4.
September 8.


Departures 2012:

January 28.

March 8.


"The Dinner" in Association with Laurent Perrier

£350 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

An exclusive champagne-inspired tasting menu, each course designed to complement the range of Laurent Perrier champagnes.

 

The magical elegance of the Orient-Express is nowhere more clearly expressed than through 'The Dinner'. These splendid evenings are the ultimate in pure social extravagance. The most exclusive place to dine in London; “The Dinner” is limited to only ninety guests so book early to guarantee your place for this uniquely indulgent evening.

 

(Elegant evening wear recommended).

 

Includes :

Sit back in your sumptuous armchair and enjoy the comfortable surroundings of the beautifully restored carriages, admire the intricate marquetry, woven brass luggage racks, gleaming crystal and silken lampshades that transport you back to a more gracious age, when to travel was more than just simply to arrive. A gourmet 'tasting' menu, specially chosen to complement a variety of Laurent Perrier champagnes, is served as the train travels on a circular route via the North Downs and Guildford before arriving back at London Victoria.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

19:30 23:00


Departures 2010:

November 11.



Departures 2011:

November 12.




"The Dinner" and The Ritz

from £600 per person
Recommended Insurance from £8.75 per person
 

Indulge in an evening of pure social extravagance. Experience the exclusive Orient-Express 'The Dinner' combined with a luxurious night at The Ritz, London. 'The Dinner' is the most exclusive place to dine in London offering a sophisticated night out and providing guests the ideal excuse to dress to impress. Return to The Ritz for an overnight stay.

 

(Elegant evening wear recommended).

 

Includes :

Your evening begins as you check-in to your Superior King bedded room at The Ritz London. Later, make your way to Victoria Station to board the gleaming carriages of the British Pullman.

 

The British Pullman will travel into the Home Counties as stewards serve a sumptuous gourmet menu prepared from the finest ingredients. A variety of dishes are combined to create a gourmet 'tasting menu' designed to stimulate both the appetite and the taste buds which is complemented by the sommelier's choice of fine wines. After dinner is served, enjoy live jazz before the British Pullman slowly glides back to reality at London Victoria. Return to the Ritz for your overnight stay.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

19:30 23:00


Departures 2010:

November 11. (Laurent Perrier - £615)


Departures 2011:

January 29.
March 10.
May 26.

August 4.
September 8.
November 12. (Laurent Perrier)

Departures 2012:

January 28.

March 8.


Christmas Lunch

£290 per person (2010)
£300 per person (2011)
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Your journey takes you on a circular tour, departing from and returning to London Victoria. Entertainment, bedecked carriages and a festive lunch with all the trimmings, offer the perfect way to start the Christmas season.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

You will be served a five course lunch en route accompanied by two glasses of champagne and half a bottle of wine. Strolling musicians will be aboard to entertain. Passengers do not disembark during this journey.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

11:45 16:15


Departures 2010:

December 4, 9, 10, 16, 17, 18.

Departures 2011:

December 8, 10, 14, 16, 20.

Dinner Excursion from Exeter

£240 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Celebrate with a magical evening on board the luxurious carriages of the British Pullman and enjoy a sumptuous five course dinner with champagne and wine.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Celebrate that special occasion or enjoy a well earned treat aboard the British Pullman. This journey will take you on a circular tour through Britain's beautiful countryside whilst you relax aboard the gleaming carriages of the British Pullman and enjoy a delicious five course dinner with champagne and wine. The journey departs from and returns to Exeter. You do not disembark from the train during the journey.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

Exeter

18:45 22:15


Departures 2011:

May 21.

 

Father's Day Lunch (Steam)

£350 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

A journey on the British Pullman is an experience for fathers to treasure forever, espcially when hauled by a steam loco. What better way to show your love and appreciation for the most special man in your life.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

A glass of chilled champagne is served as you settle back into your comfortable arm chair. This is followed by a delicious five course lunch accompanied by half a bottle of wine served as the British Pullman takes you on a leisurely trip through the English countryside.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

12:25 16:10


Departures 2011:

June 19.

 

The Golden Age of Travel

£260 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

As the train makes its way into the station at Victoria, the commotion and excitement at the Orient-Express lounge builds as your glamorously dressed hosts invite you out to the platform to board.

 

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.)

 

Includes :

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 liqueur 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.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

11:55 16:25


Departures 2011:

January 14, 28.
February 11, 25.
March 11, 25.
April 15.
May 6.
June 3, 24.

July 1.
August 12, 26.
September 2, 16.
October 7, 28.
November 11.

Departures 2012:

January 13, 27.
February 10, 24.
March 9, 23.

This trip is also available as a Steam Hauled excursion.

The Golden Age of Travel (Steam)

£330 per person (2010)
£350 per person (2011)
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

The Golden Age of Travel encapsulates the very essence of the heyday in train travel, nothing quite brings this to life more than this steam hauled journey.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

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 liqueur 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.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

12:25 16:10


Departures 2010:

November 5, 13.

 

Departures 2011:

January 8, 21.
February 18.
March 5, 19.
April 1, 30.

May 27.
July 8, 30.
September 30.

Departures 2012:

January 7, 20.
February 17.
March 3, 17.

 

Le Manoir

£370 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Explore the culinary delights of both Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons and the British Pullman by enjoying a 'shared' dining experience between the two highly acclaimed Orient-Express products.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

After champagne and light brunch on your outward journey aboard the British Pullman, enjoy the first three courses of your lunch exclusively in the surroundings of the two starred Michelin restaurant Le Manoir followed by a delectable two course dessert on board the gleaming carriages upon your return to London.

Dining at Le Manoir is at larger sized tables with fellow guests.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

10:00 18:30


Departures 2011:

May 10.

 

Lunch Excursion from Bournemouth

£240 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

View the treasures of England's glorious countryside with a journey aboard the British Pullman. A five course lunch with champagne and wine is served during the journey. Coffee rounds off your meal before the train arrives back at Bournemouth.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Relax in your comfortable armchair aboard the magnificent carriages of the British Pullman train. A five course lunch accompanied by a glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine is served during the journey. Your journey takes you on a circular tour departing from and arriving at Bournemouth. You do not disembark from the train during this journey.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

Bournemouth

11:15 15:00


Departures 2011:

May 25.
July 22.

October 21.

Lunch Excursion from Chichester

£240 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

View the treasures of England's glorious countryside with a journey aboard the British Pullman. A five course lunch with champagne and wine is served during the journey. Coffee rounds off your meal before the train arrives back at Chichester.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Relax in your comfortable armchair aboard the magnificent carriages of the British Pullman train. A five course lunch accompanied by a glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine is served during the journey. Your journey takes you on a circular tour departing from and arriving at Chichester. You do not disembark from the train during this journey.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

Chichester

11:00 14:45


Departures 2011:

August 19.

 

Lunch Excursion from Hove

£240 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

View the treasures of England's glorious countryside with a journey aboard the British Pullman. A five course lunch with champagne and wine is served during the journey. Coffee rounds off your meal before the train arrives back at Hove.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Relax in your comfortable armchair aboard the magnificent carriages of the British Pullman train. A five course lunch accompanied by a glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine is served during the journey. Your journey takes you on a circular tour departing from and arriving at Hove. You do not disembark from the train during this journey.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

Hove

11:15 15:00


Departures 2011:

June 23.

 

Lunch Excursion from Plymouth

£240 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

View the treasures of England's glorious countryside with a journey aboard the British Pullman. A five course lunch with champagne and wine is served during the journey. Coffee rounds off your meal before the train arrives back at Plymouth.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Relax in your comfortable armchair aboard the magnificent carriages of the British Pullman train. A five course lunch accompanied by a glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine is served during the journey. Your journey takes you on a circular tour departing from and arriving at Plymouth. You do not disembark from the train during this journey.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

Plymouth

11:30 15:15


Departures 2011:

May 21.

 

Lunch Excursion from Southampton

£240 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

View the treasures of England's glorious countryside with a journey aboard the British Pullman. A five course lunch with champagne and wine is served during the journey. Coffee and a liqueur rounds off your meal before the train arrives back at Southampton.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Relax in your comfortable armchair aboard the magnificent carriages of the British Pullman train. A five course lunch accompanied by a glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine is served during the journey. Coffee and a liqueur rounds off your meal before the train arrives back at Southampton. Your journey takes you on a circular tour departing from and arriving at Southampton. You do not disembark from the train during this journey.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

Southampton

11:15 15:00


Departures 2011:

September 1.

October 14.

Lunch Excursion from Winchester

£240 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

View the treasures of England's glorious countryside with a journey aboard the British Pullman. A five course lunch with champagne and wine is served during the journey. Coffee rounds off your meal before the train arrives back at Winchester.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Relax in your comfortable armchair aboard the magnificent carriages of the British Pullman train. A five course lunch accompanied by a glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine is served during the journey. Your journey takes you on a circular tour departing from and arriving at Winchester. You do not disembark from the train during this journey.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

Winchester

11:15 15:15


Departures 2011:

September 1.

October 14.

Lunch & Tea via Deal

£260 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Enjoy a fabulous lunch and afternoon tea as you travel to and from this delightful coastal town, once infamous for its smuggling activities and shipwrecks.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Enjoy a delicious three course lunch, accompanied by half a bottle of wine, on your journey to the seaside town of Deal. On arrival you will have some free time (approximately two hours) to explore. Visit Deal Castle, one of Henry VIII's coastal fortresses, follow the town's Historic Trail or take in the sea air with a stroll along the front - the choice is yours. (Entry to Castle is an additional cost). On your return journey afternoon tea will be served with a glass of chilled champagne.

 

From

Outward

Return

London Victoria

10:45 London Victoria
13:15 Deal
15:30 Deal
18:00 London Victoria

Departures 2011:

June 11.
July 23.

August 20.
September 23.

Mother's Day Tea

£190 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Enjoy a delightful Sunday afternoon tea on a leisurely trip through the English countryside. Afternoon Tea a Champagne cocktail is served as the British Pullman takes you on a trip lasting about three hours departing from and returning to London Victoria.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Afternoon Tea with a champagne cocktail is served within the delightful atmosphere of the British Pullman on a leisurely trip through the English countryside.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

15:15 18:15


Departures 2011:

April 3.

 

Departures 2012:

March 18.

 

Mother's Day Lunch

£250 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

A journey on the British Pullman is an experience for mothers to treasure forever. What better way to show your love and appreciation for the most special lady in your life.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

A glass of chilled champagne is served as you settle back into your comfortable arm chair. This is followed by a delicious three course lunch accompanied by half a bottle of wine served as the British Pullman takes you on a leisurely trip through the English countryside.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

11:15 14:15


Departures 2011:

April 3.

 

Departures 2012:

March 18.

 

New Years Eve

£350 per person (2010)
£370 per person (2011)
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Your journey takes you on a circular tour, departing from and returning to London Victoria. Mark the passing of the year in style aboard the luxurious carriages of the British Pullman and remember to raise a glass to all that is new and exciting. At midnight listen to the strains of a lone midnight piper.

 

(On such a special occasion you can never be overdressed aboard the British Pullman. We suggest a jacket and tie for gentleman and ask that you do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Your journey takes you on a circular tour, departing from and returning to London Victoria. Mark the passing of the year in style aboard the luxurious carriages of the British Pullman and remember to raise a glass to all that is new and exciting.

 

At midnight listen to the strains of a lone midnight piper. You will be served a five course dinner en route accompanied by two glasses of champagne and half a bottle of wine. A magician will be aboard to entertain. Passengers do not disembark during this journey.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

19:30 01:15


Departures 2010:

December 31.

 

Departures 2011:

December 31.

 

Sunday Afternoon Tea

£180 per person (2010)
£190 per person (2011/12)
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Sunday afternoon tea; the quintessential English experience.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Enjoy the quintessentially English experience of afternoon tea as the British Pullman takes you on a trip lasting two and half hours departing from and returning to London Victoria. A delicious Afternoon tea with Kir Royale is served as you travel.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

14:30 17:00


Departures 2010:

November 7.

 

Departures 2011:

February 27.

 

Departures 2012:

February 26.

 

Sunday Brunch

£180 per person (2010)
£190 per person (2011/12)
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Enjoy a delightful Sunday brunch on a leisurely trip through the English countryside.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

Enjoy a delightful Sunday brunch on a leisurely trip through the English countryside. Brunch with Bellini is served as the British Pullman takes you on a trip lasting about two and half hours departing from and returning to London Victoria.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

10:30 13:00


Departures 2010:

November 7.

 

Departures 2011:

February 27.

 

Departures 2012:

February 26.

 

Valentines Lunch (Steam)

£350 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Celebrate with the one you love aboard the luxurious carriages of the British Pullman. Your steam hauled journey will take you on a circular tour, departing from and returning to London Victoria. A five course lunch with a cocktail, glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine will be served, while strolling musicians entertain.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

A five course lunch with a cocktail, glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine will be served, while strolling musicians entertain.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

12:25 16:10


Departures 2011:

February 14.

 

Departures 2012:

February 14.

 

Valentine's Day Dinner

£300 per person
Recommended Insurance from £7.00 per person
 

Celebrate with the one you love aboard the luxurious carriages of the British Pullman. Your journey will take you on a circular tour, departing from and returning to London Victoria. A five course dinner with a cocktail, glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine will be served, while strolling musicians entertain.

 

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

 

Includes :

A five course dinner with a cocktail, glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine will be served, while strolling musicians entertain.

 

From

Departs

Arrives

London Victoria

19:30 23:00


Departures 2011:

February 14.

 

Departures 2012:

February 14.

 

Please note: All timings shown are for guidance only. Confirmed timings will be supplied with your travel documents which will be sent to you 5 - 7 days before departure.

 

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