Have a Holly, Jolly Christmas with Orient-Express Trains & Cruises

Throughout November and December, Orient-Express's U.K. day trains, the British Pullman and Northern Belle, will offer a collection of seasonal journeys that include some of Britain's finest Christmas markets, carols at historic cathedrals, exclusive shopping events, and delicious fare. With each excursion, guests can look forward to a delectable brunch served with a Bellini on the outward journey and a sumptuous four-course meal with wine and champagne on the way home.

Shopping on the Rails
Get all holiday shopping done without ever leaving the cozy comfort of the British Pullman. This unusual twist on Christmas shopping is designed to relieve the stresses and strains of finding the perfect present. Guests will travel through the British countryside in the festively bedecked vintage carriages of the British Pullman, where a host of the very best of British luxury brands will be displaying their products and offering advice to guests looking for inspiration for gifts for family and friends. Expect to see Harrods, Brora luxury cashmere, Cath Kidston, Ettinger leather gifts, Miller Harris perfumes, Liberty, gun makers Holland & Holland with a range of gifts and accessories, Astley Clarke jewelry, and Daniel Sandler, makeup artist to the stars.
Included: Bruch with a Bellini and a four-course dinner with champagne and wine
Rates: from £300 ($470) per person
Departs: London Victoria
Dates: December 1, 2011

Wander the Shops in Edinburgh and London
For a more traditional yet equally cheery shopping experience, the Northern Belle will be whisking guests away to either London or Edinburgh for a day at the famous shopping streets of these historic capital cities. In London, guests can wander Brompton Road, Sloane Street, and Beauchamp Place and take in the extravagant window displays at famous stores, including Harrods and Harvey Nichols. In Edinburgh, guests can explore the quirky boutiques and galleries while taking in the views of the beautiful Edinburgh Castle, the famed Scott Monument, a tribute to the Edinburgh writer Sir Walter Scott, and the 17th-century Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Included: Bruch with a Bellini and a four-course dinner with champagne and wine
Rates: from £310 ($460) per person
Departs (London journey): Doncaster, Leeds, Sheffield, Macclesfield, Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent and Warrington
Dates (London journey): November 12, 2011, and December 3, 2011.
Departs (Edinburgh journey): Chester, Crewe, Liverpool, Preston, Birmingham, Derby, Sheffield, and Bolton
Dates (Edinburgh journey): November 11, 18 and 26, 2011, and December 10, 2011.

Listen to Carols in Canterbury and Salisbury
Hop on the British Pullman and experience the joy of Christmas at carol services in these world famous cathedrals. Following the concerts, guests are welcome to roam freely through the charming cities for a truly magical holiday adventure. To make the trip even more unforgettable upon their return to London, guests visiting Salisbury may choose to stay overnight at The Goring, a luxurious hotel adjacent to Buckingham Palace (and also the place where Kate Middleton spent her last night as a commoner! ).
Included: Bruch with a Bellini and a four-course dinner with champagne and wine
Rates: from £350 ($550) per person
Rates (Salisbury journey including a night at The Goring): from $780 per person
Departs: London Victoria
Dates (Canterbury journey): December 6 and 13, 2011
Dates (Salisbury journey): December 15, 2011

Stroll through a Christmas Market
There is no better way to get in the holiday spirit than by visiting a traditional Christmas market. The Lincoln Christmas Market, located near the magnificent Lincoln Cathedral and Norman Castle, is one of the most famous of its kind in Europe. Tucked in a medieval square, the market boasts over 250 stalls and attracts more than 160,000 visitors every year. With the aroma of mulled wine and roasting chestnuts hanging in the air, guests can roam these cobblestone streets to find extraordinary treasures for friends and family.
Included: Bruch with a Bellini and a four-course dinner with champagne and wine
Rates: from £370 ($580) per person
Departs: London Victoria
Dates: December 2, 2011

Christmas Lunch
When all of the shopping is done, simply sit back and enjoy a Christmas lunch aboard the British Pullman or the Northern Belle. Festive feasts will be offered throughout December and will be served in the enchanting carriages of these cozy trains as they pass through the lovely British countryside. To make the trip even more unforgettable, guests may choose to spend a night at The Goring.
Included: Lunch
Rates: from £210 ($330) per person
Rates (including a night at The Goring): from $700 per person
Departs: various stations throughout UK
Dates: December 1- 3, 6-10, 12- 18, and 20-21, 2011

Christmas Dinner
In addition to lunch, the Northern Belle is also offering a special Christmas dinner where guests will truly feel the magic of Christmas in the comfort of the beautifully decorated carriages.
Included: Dinner
Rates: £210 ($330) per person
Departs: Dundee and Perth
Dates: December 16, 2011