VIP Saphos Classic Steam Train & 5* York

At a Glance

3 Days | 2 Nights | The Grand, York | Bed and Breakfast | Saphos Steam Train | Five-Course Dinner | VIP Experience

 

Why You’ll Love This Holiday

Treat yourself to a truly special VIP break combining the elegance of York’s only five-star hotel with the romance and luxury of classic steam train travel.

 

Your stay is based at The Grand, York, a magnificent Grade II listed hotel with a proud railway heritage and a superb city centre setting. Originally built as the headquarters of the North Eastern Railway, it provides the perfect backdrop for a holiday celebrating the golden age of travel.

 

The highlight of the holiday is your Saphos steam train experience from York to Chesterfield. Settle into beautifully restored Pullman-style dining carriages and enjoy attentive service as you travel through the landscapes of Yorkshire and Derbyshire.

 

On the outward journey, enjoy a welcome sparkling Bellini with breakfast before arriving for your included coach and guided tour to Bakewell, one of Derbyshire’s most charming market towns.

 

The return journey brings another touch of indulgence, with a champagne reception, canapés and a five-course seasonal dinner accompanied by the Sommelier’s choice of wine.

 

With Door to Door pick up service, Elite coach travel, a five-star hotel stay and a memorable day of luxury rail travel, this short break offers a wonderful VIP experience from start to finish.

 

Your Hotel – The Grand, York

The Grand, York is the city’s first and only five-star hotel, offering elegant accommodation, historic surroundings and true Yorkshire hospitality in a beautifully restored former railway headquarters.

 

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

• Door to door pick up service

• Elite coach travel

• 2 nights’ bed and breakfast at The Grand, York

• Three-course dinner at the hotel on the first night

• All bedrooms with en-suite facilities

• Friendly and experienced driver

 

Included Visits and Experiences

• Saphos steam train experience from York to Chesterfield

• Welcome sparkling Bellini with breakfast on the outward journey

• Coach and guided tour to Bakewell

• Champagne reception on the return journey

• Canapés on the return journey

• Five-course seasonal dinner accompanied by the Sommelier’s choice of wine

• Time to enjoy York

 

About the Destination

York is one of Britain’s most historic and atmospheric cities, known for its medieval streets, magnificent Minster, city walls, independent shops and rich railway heritage.

 

The city provides a fitting base for this VIP rail-themed break, with The Grand itself closely linked to York’s proud railway past.

 

Bakewell adds a classic Derbyshire highlight, with its attractive streets, riverside setting, independent shops and traditional market town charm.

 

Together, York, Bakewell and the Saphos steam train experience create a memorable short break filled with history, elegance and nostalgia.

 

About the Experience

This holiday is designed for those who enjoy something a little more special, combining five-star hotel comfort with the glamour of luxury steam train travel.

 

The Saphos experience offers a taste of classic British rail travel, with beautifully presented dining, sparkling drinks and elegant service on board.

 

From the welcome Bellini and breakfast on the outward journey to the champagne reception, canapés and five-course dinner on the return, the day is filled with indulgent touches.

 

With a guided coach tour to Bakewell included and time to enjoy historic York, this VIP break offers a relaxed but memorable blend of heritage, scenery and fine dining.

 

Your Hotel – The Grand, York

The Grand, York is a striking Grade II listed building, originally built in 1906 as the headquarters of the North Eastern Railway.

 

Once known as the “Palace of Business”, the building was lovingly restored and reopened in 2010 as York’s first and only five-star hotel. Today, it combines grand Edwardian architecture, marble interiors, oak-panelled rooms and warm Yorkshire hospitality.

 

Classic bedrooms offer a stylish and comfortable place to relax, with elegant design inspired by the building’s heritage and modern touches for a restful stay.

 

Hotel Features

• Five-star hotel

• Historic Grade II listed building

• Former railway headquarters

• Restaurant and bar

• Elegant public areas

• Air conditioning

• Television

• Ironing facilities

• Robe and slippers

• Central York location