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St Mark's Square, Venice

Taste of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

3-day luxury rail holiday from £3,895 pp incl. flights

Summary

Short description

Pair a night in the heart of historic Venice with a journey on the world’s most iconic train

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Highlights

  • Enjoy a night among the treasures of Venice
  • Travel to Paris in style on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
  • Revel in the immaculate service and wine-paired fine dining
  • Relax to spellbinding alpine views
  • Head back to London aboard the Eurostar

In Brief

  • 1 Night Venice
  • 1 Night Aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

About

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Rail journey

Enjoyed across three memorable days, this short but luxurious trip is the perfect introduction to luxury rail travel and the legendary glamour of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. You’ll begin with a flight to Italy’s floating city and a luxury stay among its iconic canals. Then, having transferred by water taxi to Santa Lucia Station, you’ll step aboard those famous blue-and-gold carriages to be transported back to travel’s golden age. Indeed, between its Art-Deco fineries, fine dining and immaculate service, there’s no better way to experience the sheer beauty of alpine Europe as you make your way across Switzerland to Paris. It’s then just a short hop via Eurostar from the French capital to London and your journey’s end.

Day by day itinerary

Day 1
UK to Venice

Your holiday begins with included UK airport lounge access before your flight to Venice. On arrival, you’ll be transferred to your city-centre hotel, ideally located near the train station and next to the Grand Canal. In fact, you’ll be perfectly placed to explore all of Venice’s wonders, from iconic St Mark’s Square to Harry’s Bar and the myriad delights of the city’s hidden waterways.

Stay: Santa Chiara (Superior)

Meals: B

Day 2
The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

After a leisurely breakfast, you’ll take a water taxi transfer to Santa Lucia Station where the famous carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express await. Step aboard and settle into your chosen accommodation – a Historic Cabin, Suite or Grand Suite – then relax as the spectacular landscapes of Northern Italy, then Austria, unfold. It’s all enjoyed alongside a smorgasbord of culinary delights, from a sumptuous lunch to a decadent, multi-course dinner. Of course, you won’t want to miss the chance for a nightcap in the bar car before retiring to your cabin as you continue your journey north.

Stay: Venice Simplon-Orient-Express (Deluxe)

Meals: B L D

Day 3
Paris to London

Wake this morning to a Continental breakfast, served in the comfort of your cabin or suite as you approach Paris. Then, on arrival in the French capital, you’ll make your way to Gare du Nord where you’ll board the Eurostar to London. Looking to extend your break? Speak to our specialists who’ll happily arrange extended stays in Venice or Paris, or switch you to a flight home if you prefer.

Meals: B

Pricing

Any element of this itinerary can be adjusted to suit your needs. Just contact us to find out more.

Accommodation rating: Superior

3-day luxury rail holiday
from £3,895 pp incl. flights

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