The Signature Journey. Orient-Express invites you to step back and discover the Spirit of Travel, this journey recreates the elegance and comfort of the world’s finest train travel – from gourmet dining to sumptuous décor and impeccable service.
Introduced in 2000 the Northern Belle reflects the luxury and style of the 1930s ‘Belle’ trains.
Northern Belle celebrates the best of British craftsmanship with hand decorated interiors and beautiful fabrics. The beauty of the carriages vies for attention with the splendour of the natural landscape.
Carriages
As a reflection of the affluent 'Belle' trains of the 1930's, each Northern Belle carriage bears the name of a significant stately home. Furnished with commissioned designs, fabrics and marquetry, the Northern Belle is truly a celebration of British heritage and skills.
The Northern Belle comprises six dining carriages, with a maximum capacity of 252 passengers. Each carriage seats 42 guests and contains tables of two and four, with plenty of room for guests to move around and enjoy the train's sociable atmosphere.
Dining & Cuisine
The dining experience on board the British Pullman is one of true excellence and luxury.
Chef Matthew Smith takes great prides in creating the menus onboard the British Pullman. Gourmet dining with the finest wines and Champagnes is a highlight of every journey and each menu is lovingly created around the finest seasonal delicacies from the British Isles, coaxed into simple, classic dishes by our team of chefs.
Regional menus for our journeys throughout Great Britain incorporate products from the specific area, giving our guests a true flavour of the region in which they are visiting.
Special Diets and Allergies:
Special diets can be accommodated with our Chef. Please be sure to tell us in advance of any allergies, food related or not, so that we can do our best to make your journey with us as enjoyable as possible.
Itinerary
Your journey includes:
• Delicious lunch with champagne and wine.
This trip is also available as a Steam Hauled excursion.
Your Journey
Your journey begins as you are welcomed by your steward, and shown to your seat. Beautifully laid tables with starched tablecloths, along with uniquely branded silverware, emphasise the elegant and comfortable carriages.
Once onboard, the care continues. Fine dining is a highlight of every journey. The cuisine is a delight, accompanied by champagne and wine; the service, like your journey, will be calm and unruffled.
The Spirit of Travel is a unique dining experience, which will take you on a circular tour through Britain's beautiful countryside whilst you relax aboard the gleaming carriages of the Northern Belle and enjoy a sumptuous lunch, accompanied by Champagne and fine wine. In the care of your steward, sit back and relax in the convivial atmosphere. The journey is as exciting as the destination.
Passengers do not disembark during this journey. Exact routings are subject to change without notice.
Departure Information
2012
From Manchester
Mar 17
From Leeds and York
May 26
Nov 3
From Liverpool
Jun 16
This tour also departs from a number of other regional cities.
Additional Information
Other journeys:
With departures from over 60 regional stations to destinations country-wide, this is the perfect way to travel to places such as Edinburgh, Bath, Portmeirion and the Lake District, and events such as Ladies’ Day at Ascot and the Chelsea Flower Show.
Reconfirm Timings:
All timings shown are for your guidance only. Confirmed timings will be supplied with your travel documents. A recorded message with up to date timings is available 48 hours prior to departure on +(44) 020 7921 4199.
What to Wear:
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.
Disabled Customers:
This journey is rated as good for passengers with special access needs.
To Book
This product is not currently available to book through our online booking system.
To book, please contact one of our Rail Specialists on 1300 360 823 or email details of your requirements to info@railtickets.com.au
Orient Express requires a Passenger Information Form to be completed in order to confirm bookings.
Download a copy of the form here.
Terms and Conditions
Bookings require a 30% deposit at the time of confirmation, with full balance payable 60 days prior to the departure date.
Once a booking has been made cancellation penalties apply:
21 or more clear working days before train departure date: 30% cancellation penalty;
3-20 clear working days before train departure date: 70% cancellation penalty;
Within two days of departure or no show: 100% cancellation penalty (no refund).
Once a booking has been made and a change is required then the following administration fees apply:
More than 56 working days before departure date: One free change then 10% amendment fee;
21-55 clear working days before train departure date: 20% amendment fee;
3-20 clear working days before train departure date: 60% amendment fee;
Within two days of departure or no show: 100% amendment fee.
Administration Fees are imposed for change of passenger’s names, departure dates or compartment types.
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