City Breaks in La Rochelle - Independent holidays by train
With the twin medieval towers guarding the entrance to its picturesque harbour, quaint old, arcaded quartier with a plethora of enticing bistrots and restaurants, and small sandy beaches, La Rochelle has so much to offer or a memorable short break
From £400 per person based on 2 sharing, inc. standard class rail
Once one of France’s most important maritime trading centres, La Rochelle remains the Atlantic coast’s premier fishing port. However, its main industry today is tourism, with visitors attracted by its picturesque harbour, quaint old quarter and several sandy beaches. The bustling town has many top restaurants to sample the locally-caught fish and shellfish. French Travel Service offers rail and hotel holidays to La Rochelle, the perfect textbook port
Hotel St Nicolas ***
Just a short walk from the port, this excellently appointed modern hotel, recently upgraded to 3 star, blends well with the ancient buildings of the old fisherman's quarter, now home to boutiques and traditional market shops. Facilities include a bar, lounge and comfortable breakfast area. All 79 rooms are air-conditioned and have bath, shower and WC, TV, telephone and hairdryer. The top floor is not served by the lift. Buffet breakfast is included.
What price includes
- 4 nights (or longer) B & B inc standard class rail
- Option to upgrade to 1st class from £146 return
- Seat reservations throughout
- Travel pack with Itinerary, maps, guide booklet etc
- 24-hour emergency support
Location
Plan your journey by train
Meeting point:
London St Pancras International Station
London St Pancras
Transfer to meeting point:
Guests make their own way to meeting point
St Pancras station is connected both to the national and international train network and London underground (Kings Cross St Pancras station)
Plan your journey by train
Finish point:
London St Pancras International Station
London St Pancras
Transfer to finish point:
Guests make their own way to station
By train from London St Pancras to destinations across the UK, or via the London underground to other rail terminals and destinations across the city.
