Art at the Belvedere Palace in Vienna
Vienna is a delightfully graceful and elegant city with some of the most spectacular palaces
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Now with its array of glamorous art deco and belle époque architecture – along with its fantastic sweep of golden beaches – the town is just as delightful as ever. Discover its enduring appeal for yourself on this wonderful short break by rail.
Prices start from £995 per person based on two people travelling together in low season and sharing a twin/double room.
Seasonal variations:
Low season – from £995 per person
Mid-season – from £1,125 per person
High season – from £1,165 per person
Begin your holiday in the heart of London at the beautifully restored St Pancras International station, where you join the Eurostar service to Paris. Sit back and relax as the train speeds across the south east of England then races through the Channel Tunnel, reaching speeds of up to 186 mph. Enjoy a light meal and drinks, served at your Standard Premier Class seat (Eurostar’s First Class for leisure travellers) as you emerge in France, and continue southwards.
On arrival in Paris Gare du Nord, a private taxi is waiting to transfer you to the Gare Montparnasse from where you travel on the high-speed TGV service to Biarritz. The journey takes you across the diverse and ever-changing scenery of France, so sit back and enjoy the views as you travel southwards.
Your train passes Bordeaux and Bayonne before you arrive in the coastal resort of Biarritz. Your hotel for the next four nights is the welcoming and highly-rated Radisson Blu Hotel (4 star), which enjoys a superb location overlooking the Côte des Basques beach.
Once a great favourite of Queen Victoria and Frank Sinatra amongst others, Biarritz is a striking seaside resort on the Atlantic coast with much to recommend it. You will want to make the most of your three full days here.
You might like to start on one of its famous beaches, including ‘La Grande Plage’, a long sandy beach with a lighthouse on a rocky outcrop, which is the main beach. For a quieter experience you may prefer to venture to the beaches at Port Vieux and Milady, which are less crowded. Take a stroll along the coast pass various little coves and walkways to some of the rocks including the Rocher de la Vierge, with the statue of the Virgin, which has become a symbol of Biarritz and is said to protect local fishermen from the perils of wild seas.
Then wander back into the town and discover some of the town’s architectural delights such as the Cathedral of St Eugenie and museums which are dedicated to subjects such as chocolate and Asian art. Also among the town’s highlights is the famous casino, where you may wish to try your luck, as well as the aquarium, which is home to a superb array of underwater creatures.
Alternatively, you may prefer to venture further afield. Perhaps take the train to St Jean de Luz, a charming fishing port with a beautifully preserved medieval centre which is a delight to stroll around. Bayonne a little further inland is also well worth a visit ; highlights here include the striking Gothic Cathedral and the half-timbered houses on the narrow streets surrounding it
This morning after breakfast make your way back to Biarritz station, where you join the TGV service to Paris. Watch the rolling hills flash past or reminisce on the wonders of the past few days.
In Paris your private taxi transfers you to the Gare du Nord where you join the Eurostar for the last stage of your journey. Let the train take the strain as you stretch out and savour the light meal and drinks included in your Standard Premier service.
At 186mph the landscape is a blur at times, though memories abide as you return to London St. Pancras International and the final stage of your journey home.
BIARRITZ
Enjoying a wonderful location looking out over the Côte des Basques beach, the Radisson Blu Hotel (4 star) in Biarritz is also ideally situated for exploring the town centre, as it is within easy walking distance of the attractions there. The hotel’s facilities include a rooftop bar which serves tapas and cocktails, which you can enjoy whilst overlooking the Atlantic and the city centre. There is also a rooftop swimming pool, a gym, games room and two restaurants. There is also a spa offering a range of beauty therapies and treatments (payable locally). The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with facilities such as free Wi-Fi, flat screen LCD television, hairdryer, safe, minibar and tea and coffee-making facilities.
Throughout the year and tailor-made to suit your holiday needs
For information and booking Tel: 01347 825292 or email info@planetrail.co.uk
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