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- Luxury rail experience in France.
- Journeys combining heritage, culture, and scenery.
- Turnkey journey with refined comfort.
Beaune
In the morning, meet at Paris Gare de l’Est: you board the Puy du Fou luxury train. The Grand Tour begins! The first stop is Reims, the capital of Champagne-Ardenne and home to most of the famous champagne houses. Remember, it’s also the city of Clovis’s baptism and the coronation of the Kings of France… The brief city tour includes the cathedral as well as other secret venues, hidden from the public and full of surprises.
The Puy du Fou train continues its journey towards Burgundy. Enjoy the passing landscapes.
Your lunch on board offers a unique view of the Alps.
Arrival at Beaune, the heart of this beautiful wine-producing region. Admire the colorful roofs covered in glazed polychrome flat tiles and discover unusual and hidden sites within the famous Hospices de Beaune.
Overnight on board the Grand Tour train. (BF, L, D)
Carcassonne
Early in the morning, your show train arrives in Provence.
It stops at Avignon, residence of Catholic popes from 1309 to 1377, a city renowned for its Theatre and Performing Arts Festival. You uncover the mysteries of the Papal Palace and take part in a unique tasting of the region’s finest wines and products.
The next stop is Carcassonne. Discover this magnificent 13th-century medieval citadel in the heart of Languedoc, still brimming with legends and secrets of history.
At the end of the day, your luxury train journey resumes: heading west.
Overnight on board the Puy du Fou train. (BF, L, D)
Arcachon
In the morning, the train heads toward the Atlantic Coast, destination Arcachon. On the agenda: a tour of the Dubourdieu shipyards, one of the oldest boatyards in France. Founded in 1800 by a young carpenter, Louis Dubourdieu, who specialized in building “tilloles,” the region’s fishing boats. The visit is followed by a seafood tasting.
Overnight on board the Puy du Fou train. (BF, L, D)
Chenonceau
In the morning, your train heads for La Rochelle, a rebellious city. In the 17th century, the city rose against King Louis XIII, who ordered Richelieu to lay siege to bring it to submission. An episode in France’s history that will captivate you!
Then your historic luxury train continues its journey and arrives in the Cher region, where you discover a “miracle of limestone,” the Château de Chenonceau. Also known as the Ladies’ Château, once gifted by King Henri II to his favorite, Diane de Poitiers, it awaits you. As you explore, you’ll learn that its magnificent buildings were the setting for many secret episodes in France’s history.
Overnight on board the Puy du Fou train. (BF, L, D)
le puy du fou
In the morning, your luxury train heads for Vendée. Your journey aboard this incredible Puy du Fou show train comes to an end. The last stop on the Grand Tour is undoubtedly the highlight of the trip. Witness a dazzling journey through time at the Puy du Fou park, a historical theme park located in the commune of Les Epesses, Vendée, and awarded several times as the “best theme park in the world.”
The day ends with the legendary Cinéscénie, a grand nighttime historical show under the stars.
Overnight on board the Puy du Fou train. (BF, L, D)
Paris
During your brunch on board, the scenery gently drifts by.
Arrival in Paris around 1 p.m. and the end of your France luxury train journey. (BRUNCH)
(Itinerary may be subject to change, depending on rail transport schedules.)
The Grand Tour is a unique project. It has no equal in the world of luxury trains, because it is the only show train. Its real photos will be available soon. For the moment, the train is entrusted to the expert hands of art craftsmen who are working on its renovation and outfitting.
The provisional visuals provided nevertheless give a taste of what this magnificent “Belle Epoque” train has in store for us. It is already being described as “a true work of art with unique and delightful decorations that will let you slip into the carefree atmosphere of the Belle Epoque”.
The train has 21 cabins,a bar,anda dining carwhere you can enjoy meals prepared with local products from the regions. Each cabin is equipped witha private bathroom with toilet and showeranda personal butleris at your service to ensure the comfort of your journey.
The train has 13 cabins (10 m² each) and 8 suites (15 m² each).
- Participation in the Grand Tour with overnight stays on the train
- Full board including all breakfasts, lunches, and dinners during the stay (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, and D = Dinner)
- The drinks package on board (mineral water, table wine according to menus, coffee, tea)
- Participation in experiences during stopovers
- Transfers between the Grand Tour Train and the main stop points
- French-speaking assistance for preparing your stay
- Personal expenses
- Tips for tour guides at the stopovers
- Wines from the menu, spirits and other drinks not mentioned above
- Insurance (multi-risk – available as an additional option)
