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Europe | Luxury Rail on Venice Simplon - Orient - Express
 Ride in Luxury through the countryside |
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In 1883 the Orient-Express embarked on its inaugural journey, and over the years it earned renown as the world’s most glamorous train. Today, the luxurious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express continues the tradition, carrying 188 guests in sophisticated style in the original 1920s carriages with exquisite Lalique glass panels, wood burning stoves and Art Deco marquetry.
The iconic Orient-Express is a unique and relaxing travel experience which allows guests to appreciate the beautiful European countryside in comfort, style and with outstanding personal service.
Accommodation
The private cabins have all been impeccably restored to their former glory. Each one has an original washbasin cabinet with hot and cold water, and at night-time becomes a comfortable bedroom, complete with soft towels and crisp linen. Cabins convert in moments from daytime seating to a luxurious bedroom, all performed by cabin stewards whilst passengers enjoy a gourmet dinner in the restaurant car.
Double Cabins feature a single cabin room, whilst the Cabin Suites feature two inter-connecting cabins. Toilet facilities are available in each carriage, luxuriously appointed and maintained to the highest standards by your stewards who are on call 24/7.
Dining & Bar
Dining on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is unforgettable. All dishes are freshly prepared on the train by skilled French chefs, with the finest supplies taken on board during the train's journey.
Lunch, dinner and brunch are served by waiters in one of the three individually styled Restaurant Cars: Cote d’Azur, Etoile du Nord or L' Oriental. Breakfast and afternoon tea are served to passengers in the comfort of the train's luxury cabins.
Table d'hôte meals are included in the fare, while an à la carte menu and 24-hour compartment service is also available. The Maitre D' comes to each cabin to take lunch and dinner reservations in advance of the meal.
The Bar Car is the heart of the train with its welcoming atmosphere. Transformed and designed by Gerard Gallet from a dining car, the Bar Car is the ideal place for relaxed conversation before or after dinner, and to warm to the skills of the resident pianist.
Dressing for the occasion is all part of the experience and it is said that guests can never be overdressed on board! Many gentlemen choose to wear black tie for dinner with ladies opting for stylish cocktail dresses. At the very least it is recommended that gentlemen wear a jacket and tie for dinner. During the day, smart casual clothing is the norm.
Journeys
The classic journey runs from London via Paris and Innsbruck to Venice, or you may choose to pursue a different chapter in history with an itinerary taking in the sights of Rome, Florence or Prague, Istanbul or even Krakow. There are many wonderful journeys to choose from.Europe | London – Paris – Venice
London - Paris - Venice & vice versa
Embark on the British Pullman from London and travel through the Kent countryside, before crossing the Channel. Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for a journey throughout France and into Switzerland. Travel through the towering Swiss Mountains and Austrian Alps before you arrive in the magnificent city of Venice.
2 Days / 1 Night
Istanbul – Bucharest – Budapest – Venice
Istanbul - Bucharest - Budapest - Venice
Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in Istanbul and travel throughout Turkey and Bulgaria. Arrive the next day in Bucharest for a night, and continue your journey towards Hungary before arriving in Budapest, the next morning. Rejoin the train and travel into Austria, stopping for a short city tour in Vienna. Enjoy your last night on board as the train crosses into Italy and on to your final destination, Venice.
6 Days / 5 Nights
Paris – Budapest – Bucharest – Istanbul
Paris - Budapest - Bucharest - Istanbul
The blue and gold carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express await you in Paris for your journey throughout France, Switzerland and Austria towards Budapest. After an overnight stay in Budapest, continue your journey through Hungary and into Romania. Enjoy the next day and night in Bucharest. On rejoining the train the next day stop in the fascinating country of Bulgaria. Enjoy your last night and day on board as the train travels to your destination, Istanbul.
6 Days / 5 Nights
Venice – Krakow – Dresden – London
Venice - Krakow - Dresden - London
Travel across the Alps from Venice and on into the heart of Europe. Culture and adventure combine in visits to such architecturally dazzling and historically rich cities as Krakow and Dresden, set against the breathtaking landscapes of Eastern Europe.
7 Days / 6 Nights
