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Eurostar

Inaugurated in 1994, following the completion of the undersea Channel Tunnel linking England with France, Eurostar is a high-speed international passenger-rail service. Reaching speeds of up to 186mph (299km/h) on dedicated lines, the Eurostar journeys through the Kent countryside before diving into the 31.4 mile (50.5km) long Channel Tunnel at Folkestone. The train emerges at Coquelles in Northern France.

Connecting the cities of London, Paris and Lille in France, and the Belgian capital of Brussels, plus Amsterdam in The Netherlands, Eurostar allows travellers to avoid the long queues and lengthy transfers associated with air travel whilst maintaining a comfortable, fast service.

Eurostar launched services from St. Pancras and Ebbsfleet International in November 2007 following the completion of the second section of the UK's first high-speed line. Journey times have subsequently fallen, with London-Paris taking 2 hours 15 minutes, London-Brussels taking 1 hour 51 minutes, and the trip from London to Lille lasting just 1 hour 20 minutes.

Eurostar's fleet of 38 modified Train à Grande Vitesse (TGV) trains consist of two power cars and either 14 or 18 passenger carriages offering a modern and comfortable service to passengers.

A fleet of Eurostar E320 trains were introduced in 2015, capable of speeds of up to 320km/h. The new trains boast interiors designed by Italian firm, Pininfarina.

Eurostar's Standard Class coaches feature two seats on either side of the central aisle, most of which is arranged in an 'airline' seating configuration with drop down tray tables. There are two tables for four per carriage. Passengers travelling in Eurostar Standard Class coaches can take advantage of the Bar-Buffet, which sells a range of snacks, meals, hot and cold drinks - including Champagne!

The highest class of Eurostar travel available for leisure customers is Plus Class. In your dedicated Plus carriage, you'll find a less dense seat configuration, meaning the seats are larger and you have ample space to relax and stretch out. As part of the service, you'll enjoy complimentary drinks and refreshments, served at your seat by friendly, helpful staff.

Our customers love our Eurostar tours

First-Class Lake Garda: Sirmione, Venice & Verona

28/Oct

MELVYN CARE

“Excellent well organized trip.toue guide first rate and knowledgeable.

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Catalonia & Little Trains of the Pyrenees

27/Oct

George Slack

“Absolutely brilliant. Love the way we had a day travelling a day off a day to go somewhere a day off. Absolutely superb Denise. The tour manager was brilliant. thoroughly enjoyed it

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Highlights of the Glacier Express

26/Oct

JOHN CASHEN

“A great holiday made seamless and more enjoyable by the Tour Manager always for available for tips and advice ensured the smooth passage between trains and hotels.The scenery was amazing as the trains passed through thd mountains and glaciers.

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First-Class Glacier Express, Zermatt & Matterhorn

26/Oct

glen fisher

“Absolutely fantastic experience

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First-Class Italian Riviera & Portofino

21/Oct

Terence Jehan

“On the whole, this was a good holiday. However, our bedroom & bathroom needed updating. The room was small, not enough hooks or rails or surfaces on which to put our stuff, only one chair. No English stations on TV. Floor not cleaned. Pool freezing - not tempted to use...

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GoldenPass, Mont Blanc & Jungfrau Express

18/Oct

Nick Barber

“fabulous trip. really well organised and our guide was absolutely superb

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The Beautiful Blue Danube: Passau Round Trip

30/Sep

Philip Adams

“Wonderful experience! Worth flying in from Singapore to enjoy our time on the cruise with exceptional staff, facilities and fellow passengers.

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The Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel