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Britannic Explorer
Discover Britain from a new perspective aboard a luxury sleeper train created for slow travel, exceptional food and immersive journeys through some of England and Wales' most beautiful landscapes.
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The Experience
Britain, seen properly slowly
Britannic Explorer brings together contemporary British design, relaxed luxury and carefully planned journeys through the countryside.
Days combine scenic rail travel with distinctive off-train experiences, while evenings return you to refined dining, comfortable private accommodation and the atmosphere of the train's Bar and Observation Cars.
Signature Journeys
Three very different ways to explore Britain
Wales
The Wonders of Wales
A three-night journey combining dramatic Welsh landscapes, outdoor experiences and relaxed life aboard the train.
Lake District
The Great Outdoors
Travel north to the lakes and fells for a three-night journey shaped by scenery, food and carefully curated experiences.
Cornwall
Coastal Britain
Head west from London towards Cornwall for a journey combining coastal landscapes, regional cuisine and the best of British slow travel.
Accommodation
Contemporary British luxury on the rails
Private Cabins
Elegant private accommodation designed around comfort, privacy and a distinctly British sense of style.
Dining & Social Spaces
Regional ingredients, relaxed fine dining and beautifully designed social spaces make the onboard experience a major part of the journey.
Route Network
Journeys from London into the heart of Britain
Wales
London to Wales
Travel west into dramatic Welsh landscapes, combining scenic rail travel with curated off-train experiences.
Lake District
London to the Lakes
Head north towards one of England's most beautiful regions, with lakes, fells and countryside forming the backdrop.
Cornwall
London to Cornwall
Journey west through changing English landscapes towards Cornwall's coast, gardens and distinctive regional character.
Example Itinerary
A three-night British rail escape
Day 1
Depart London
Board Britannic Explorer in London, settle into your cabin and enjoy your first evening onboard with dinner and drinks as the train begins its journey into the British countryside.
Day 2
Explore the region
Enjoy a carefully curated off-train experience before returning to Britannic Explorer for afternoon relaxation, dinner and a second night aboard.
Day 3
Scenic Britain
Spend another day combining landscapes, regional experiences and relaxed onboard living as the train continues through Britain.
Day 4
Return to London
Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before completing the journey back in London.
Route Network
Explore England and Wales by luxury rail
Britannic Explorer journeys begin and end in London, travelling west into Wales, north towards the Lake District and south-west to Cornwall, with each route combining distinctive landscapes, regional experiences and time to enjoy life on board.
Start Planning
Interested in Britannic Explorer?
Speak to Outsyda Rail about journey dates, routes, accommodation options and tailor-made extensions before or after your Britannic Explorer journey.
Financial Protection
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