Le Grand Tour Luxury Train | France’s Grand Rail Journey
A forthcoming six-day luxury train journey across France, inspired by the Belle Époque and expected to launch in late 2026.
Le Grand Tour is a forthcoming French luxury train designed to showcase the very best of France in a single, elegant rail journey. Inspired by the glamour of historic Belle Époque travel, the train will combine refined en-suite cabins, regional fine dining and curated cultural excursions across France’s most celebrated regions. It is set to become a flagship experience for travellers considering luxury train travel in France or comparing premium European luxury train journeys.
The launch has been rescheduled and is now anticipated in late 2026, with confirmed departure dates and pricing expected to be released in Spring 2026. The Luxury Train Travel Company maintains a priority notification list and will advise registered clients as soon as official details are announced.
Register an interest with us now so you can be the first to know when 2026 dates come out. While we await confirmed launch details, you may also explore our guide to Luxury Train Travel in France for established routes and alternatives, or browse our wider collection of European rail journeys currently operating.
Explore France & Europe by Luxury Train
France has long been one of Europe’s great rail touring destinations, offering world-class gastronomy, varied landscapes and seamless rail connectivity between regions. If you are comparing Le Grand Tour with other European options or planning a wider itinerary, explore our regional guides below.
Luxury Train Travel in France
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Planned Le Grand Tour Itinerary
Le Grand Tour is planned as a six-day, all-inclusive rail journey across France, travelling approximately 4,000 kilometres through the country’s most iconic regions. The circular route is expected to begin and end in Paris, linking famous wine regions, historic towns and cultural landmarks along the way. For a broader overview of luxury rail experiences within the country, see our guide to Luxury Train Travel in France, where we compare routes, regions and travel styles.
Highlights of the planned itinerary include:
● Champagne houses in the Reims region
● Burgundy’s wine country around Beaune
● Alpine scenery near Annecy
● Provence and Avignon
● The vineyards of Saint-Émilion
● The Loire Valley and Château de Chenonceau
The journey is designed as a relaxed, escorted rail tour combining scenic travel, guided excursions and fine regional cuisine.
While Le Grand Tour prepares for launch, travellers may wish to consider other classic European rail experiences such as the Golden Eagle Danube Express.
Please note: final routes, timings and inclusions will be confirmed closer to the train’s launch.
Le Grand Tour Luxury Train Tour Through France
The following itinerary reflects the planned six-night Le Grand Tour journey as currently outlined by the operator. Final routing, inclusions and pricing remain subject to confirmation.
5 Nights from Euro TBC
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Epernay ● Reims ● Beaune ● Annecy ● Avignon ● Les Alpilles ● Arcachon ● Saint-Emilion ● Chenonceau ● Puy Du Fou
Cabins on Le Grand Tour
Le Grand Tour is planned as an intimate luxury train with a small number of spacious en-suite cabins, each designed in a classic Belle Époque style. Cabins function as private lounges during the day and convert into comfortable bedrooms at night.
Cabin Comparison
| Cabin Type | Size | Occupancy | Bathroom | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Cabin | 10 m² | 1–2 guests | Ensuite | Comfortable double cabin |
| Suite Cabin | 15 m² | 1–3 guests | Ensuite | Larger layout with extra bed option |
| Adjoining Suites | 25 m² | 2–5 guests | Ensuite | Two connected cabins for families or groups |
Cabin dimensions and layouts are based on preliminary specifications and may be adjusted prior to launch.
All cabins are expected to include:
● En-suite bathroom and toilet
● Air conditioning
● Adjustable lighting and temperature
● Music controls
● Dedicated steward service
Final cabin layouts and specifications will be confirmed before launch.
● Classic Cabins | Le grand Tour ●
1 or 2 travellers ● double bed ● Size 10m² ● Ensuite bathroom & toilet ● Air conditioning ● Dedicated steward ● Exquisite dining included ● Prestige package
● Suite Cabins | Le grand Tour ●
1 or 3 travellers ● Size 15m² ● Ensuite bathroom & toilet ● Air conditioning ● Extra bed can be added ● Double or Twin bed layout possible ● Dedicated steward ● Exquisite dining included ● Prestige package
● Adjoining Cabins | Le grand Tour ●
2 or 5 travellers ● Size 25m² ● Ensuite bathroom & toilet ● Air conditioning ● Extra bed can be added ● Double or Twin bed layout possible ● Dedicated steward ● Exquisite dining included ● Prestige package
PHOTOS AND ILLUSTRATIONS ARE FOR GUIDANCE ONLY AND MAY DIFFER TO YOUR ACTUAL CABIN
Life Onboard Le Grand Tour
Life onboard Le Grand Tour is designed to recreate the elegance of classic French rail travel. Interiors draw inspiration from the Belle Époque era, combining warm woods, rich fabrics and refined detailing with modern comfort.
With a limited number of guests expected on each departure, the atmosphere will be intimate and sociable. Days will balance guided cultural excursions with relaxed time onboard, allowing guests to enjoy the scenery of rural France from the lounge and restaurant cars.
Dining is anticipated to be a highlight, with menus celebrating regional French cuisine and wines sourced from the very regions visited along the route.
Le Grand Tour is expected to sit alongside other leading European trains in terms of service and dining, but with a distinctly French emphasis on regional identity and circular routing within one country.
Le Grand Tour Luxury Train Gallery
A selection of images below gives a general impression of the style and atmosphere planned for Le Grand Tour.
Why Book with The Luxury Train Travel Company
The Luxury Train Travel Company specialises exclusively in high-end rail journeys worldwide, with particular expertise across Europe. We provide expert guidance, priority waiting-list access and tailored itinerary planning for Le Grand Tour and other luxury train journeys in France and across Europe.
● Specialist luxury train expertise
● Priority notification when departures are released
● Suite advice and availability updates
● Tailor-made hotel and touring extensions
● Personal service from enquiry to departure
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Register Early Interest in Le Grand Tour
Le Grand Tour is expected to become one of Europe’s most anticipated luxury train launches. With limited cabins and strong international demand expected, early registration is advisable.
Contact us below to join our priority notification list and receive confirmed 2026 dates, pricing and cabin information as soon as they are released.
Join the Le Grand Tour Waiting List
Le Grand Tour is expected to begin operations in late 2026. Our team is maintaining a priority waiting list and will contact registered clients as soon as confirmed departure dates and suite availability are released.
Contact us to register your interest or to discuss future luxury rail journeys in France. You can also browse all confirmed departures on our Luxury Train Calendar.
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