EUROPE - VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESS

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express has always been more than a mere train journey. Ever since the first trip from Paris to Istanbul in 1883, it has captured the imagination of the world. Today, the glamour lives on and the sheer romance of the on-board experience is entirely undiminished.

The train is composed of original 1920’s and 1930’s European carriages, lovingly restored, boasting exquisite marquetry panels and designs by artists of the art-deco movement, including Rene Lalique.

In the Dining Cars, the attention to detail is breathtaking: the linen, the silverware and the crystal glassware are all alluring parts of the experience.

The overall result is a beguiling evocation of the golden age of travel.

Yet, like all true classics, it transcends its historical origins and feels utterly fresh and contemporary.

At this level, luxury is timeless.

ROMANTIC PORTOFINO

Watch the sun set from a café in the famous piazzetta, stroll along the harbour or take in stunning views from the surrounding verdant slopes – enjoy the wonder of Portofino, jewel of the Italian Riveria.

CONTRASTS OF TUSCANY

See the treasures of Florence, including Michelangelo's David, resplendent after painstaking restoration.

Enjoy the countryside of Chianti, with its characteristic farms and vineyards; relax in luxury at the Villa San Michele, and experience the charms of Capannelle - the best of Tuscany.

IBERIAN EXPERIENCE

Spain and Portugal are countries justly proud of their artistic and cultural heritage, and both are blessed with beautiful islands that are a complete contrast. Our two iberian Peninsula itineraries provide a fascinating insight combined with a stay at some of Orient-Express Hotels' finest properties.

LONDON – PARIS - VENICE

Route map >Click Here

Lose yourself in Venice's rich tapestry of canals and churches, palazzos and priceless art treasures.

Prices from £1,430

HOTEL CIPRIANI, VENICE

A stay at the world-famous Hotel Cipriani is the perfect complement to a journey on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. The beautiful accommodation includes the foremost suite in the whole of Venice, the Palladio Suite, while the hotel’s restaurants serve the finest cuisine in an atmosphere of calm and seclusion.

VENETIAN ODYSSEY

Take time to discover Venice. Nothing compares with Venice, the glory of its palaces and churches, the splendour of its squares, the romance of its canals are all to be savoured when staying in this uniquely beautiful city.

Prices from 5 days/4 nights £2,685 - 8 days/7nights £2,865

LONDON – PARIS – VENICE – ROME

(4 days/3 nights)

Embark at London’s Victoria Station on the gleaming carriages of the British Pullman and travel through the Kent countryside. After crossing the Channel board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for your overnight journey throughout France and into Switzerland.

Enjoy a day on board as the train travels through the Swiss Mountains and Austrian Alps before an early evening arrival in the magnificent city of Venice. Leave the train for a two-night stay in Venice before re-joining for your onward journey to Rome, the ancient capital of Italy.

Price £1,710 Single cabin supplement £220

ISTANBUL – JOURNEY TO THE OTTOMAN EMPIRE, TRAVEL IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF HISTORY, FROM PARIS TO ISTANBUL

Istanbul, one of the most exciting and cosmopolitan cities on earth, was the original destination for the Orient-Express on its maiden voyage in October 1883. Re-live that historic journey to this gateway between East and West – ancient Constantinople – where the artistic treasures of Christian and Islamic culture exist side by side. A true taste of the golden age of travel.

10 days/9 nights double cabin £5,630, cabin suite £6,840 . Istanbul to Venice - 9 days/8 nights double cabin £4,510 - cabin suite £5,130.

NEW FOR 2007

VENICE-VIENNA-KRAKOW-WARSAW-PRAGUE (8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS)

Alternatively

VIENNA-KRAKOW-WARSAW-PRAGUE

Vienna Departures – Prague Arrivals

This new Central European Grand Tour is a 7-nights tour, exciting and enriching,taking the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express across five countries, unveiling Slovakia’s picturesque countryside and Poland’s diverse cities. Highlights include a journey through the magnificently scenic High Tatras Mountains and Vienna, Krakow and Warsaw.

Price one way £4,000.

Prices are per person and include all table d'hôte meals and accommodation on board based on 2 people sharing. Single cabin supplement £1,200.

THE GRAND EUROPEAN – VENICE, KRAKOW, WARSAW AND PRAGUE

12 days/11 nights from £5,030

Travel across the Alps from Venice and explore the dazzling and historically rich cities of Krakow, Warsaw and Prague. 2 nights in Venice, 1 night on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Venice to Vienna, 1 night in Vienna, 1 night on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Vienna to Krakow, 2 nights in Krakow, 1 night in Warsaw, 1 night on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Warsaw to Prague, 2 nights in Prague.

>Back to Top