Hurtling through countryside villages dressed to the nines with a glass of Champagne in hand and a cheese board on the immaculately laid table in front of you.
It sounds more like a scene from a vintage movie than a trip from 2025.
But now you could find yourself in this exact scenario this Christmas.
The UK’s ‘poshest train’ is set to make a return this festive season – at a cost.
The Northern Belle was launched in 2000 and has since gained a reputation as one of the world’s most luxurious trains.
With 1930s Pullman-style carriages and luxe interiors, taking a trip on this train is a real ride back in time.
The steam train will be touring around the UK in December, hitting locations such as Norwich, London, Glasgow, Manchester, Hull, Coventry, Edinburgh and more.
The journeys come with a price tag to match though, as they start at £395.
One of the world’s most luxurious trains, the Northern Belle, will be touring around the UK in December
With 1930s Pullman-style carriages and luxe interiors, taking a trip on this train is a real ride back in time
You can book a Festive Lunch aboard the train, which will begin as you walk across the red carpet on the train platform.
You’ll be met with Champagne and canapés, including caviar blinis and other delicacies.
But that’s just the start – once you’re comfortable in your designated armchair, you’ll tuck into a seven-course festive feast served with the finest wines, dessert and an award-winning cheeseboard, accompanied by a glass of delightful Port.
To accompany your ride, musicians will be playing festive tunes to get you in the Christmas spirit.
An onboard magician, who wanders from table to table, will also perform some tricks.
During the Christmas season, the train will head to areas known for their festive markets.
For instance, you could hop on board a ride to Edinburgh to visit the elegant shops of Princes Street as well as markets.
Or take a trip to York for the beautiful medieval streets and festive stalls.
To accompany your ride, musicians will be playing festive tunes to get you in the Christmas spirit
You can book a Festive Lunch aboard the train, which will begin as you walk across the red carpet on the train platform
It comes as demand for luxury train travel is becoming more and more popular, with tourists looking for unique trips to experience.
Earlier this year, Belmond released breathtaking, first-look photos of the first luxury sleeper train to operate in England and Wales.
The Britannic Explorer, A Belmont Train, offers guests a three-night journey through the picturesque landscapes of England and Wales aboard a service boasting 18 ‘extraordinary’ cabins.
Other train trips across the world are popular, too, with options everywhere from Serbia to India.
