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Vacations By Rail · Luxury Train, Independent

La Dolce Vita, Rome & Montalcino's Tuscan Vineyards

Orient Express luxury from Rome to Tuscany wine country and back

Illustration of La Dolce Vita, Rome & Montalcino's Tuscan Vineyards

Vacations By Rail's La Dolce Vita combines three days in Rome with one night aboard the luxury Orient Express La Dolce Vita train, traveling to Montalcino in Tuscany and returning. The five-day independent itinerary opens with a private transfer to your chosen 4-star Rome hotel, followed by a half-day guided tour of the city's landmarks by chauffeur-driven car, visiting St. Peter's Square, the Colosseum, the Forum, Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain. On day three, you board the La Dolce Vita Orient Express for a scenic journey into Tuscany, arriving in Montalcino to explore its charming streets and enjoy a winery experience tasting the celebrated Brunello wine. That evening, dinner and live music aboard the train feature exquisite culinary creations. The next morning, an Italian breakfast accompanies your return journey by train to Rome. This package suits luxury-seeking couples and repeat rail travellers who value elegant dining, wine culture, and the distinctive experience of traveling on a named luxury train.

What to know before you look closer

  • Hotel choice depends on your selection from a range of 4-star and 5-star options; the final accommodation tier and property name are determined by your preference at booking.
  • Optional excursions and extras such as cooking classes, wine tastings, and evening tours are available for an additional fee.
  • Arrival and departure flights are not included in the package price.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Rome

    Arrival in Rome

    A private transfer takes you to your chosen hotel, selected from a range of 4-star and 5-star accommodations, to begin exploring Rome's history and culture. Optional excursions are bookable for an additional fee.

  2. Day 2overnight: Rome

    Exploring Rome

    A Private Half Day Roman Panoramic Tour by chauffeur-driven car, taking in St. Peter's Square, the Colosseum, the Forum, Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain, with an English-speaking guide and free time at each stop.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Train

    La Dolce Vita to Montalcino

    Board the Orient Express La Dolce Vita for a scenic journey from Rome into Tuscany, arriving in Montalcino to explore its streets and landmarks and enjoy a winery experience tasting the celebrated Brunello wine. The evening continues aboard the train with live music and the "Le Grand Soir" dinner.

    Meals: Dinner

  4. Day 4railovernight: Rome

    La Dolce Vita to Rome

    An Italian breakfast onboard as the train glides through the Italian landscape back to Rome Ostiense, concluding the rail journey. A private transfer takes you to your hotel for the final evening in Rome.

    Meals: Breakfast

  5. Day 5

    Homeward bound

    A private transfer takes you to the airport for your onward travel or journey home.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2A private half-day panoramic tour by chauffeur-driven car visits St. Peter's Square, the Colosseum, the Forum, Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain with an English-speaking guide.
  • Day 3Board the La Dolce Vita Orient Express from Rome Ostiense for a scenic journey into Tuscany, arriving in Montalcino to explore its historic streets and enjoy a Brunello wine tasting experience.
  • Day 3The evening aboard the train features 'Le Grand Soir' dinner with live music and exquisite culinary creations.

Included

  • 3 nights hotel accommodation (Bed and Breakfast) in 4-star hotel
  • 1 night in a Deluxe cabin on La Dolce Vita
  • Private transfers in Rome

Not included

  • Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour but can be arranged
  • Arrival and departure flights

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Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes, one night aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express in a deluxe cabin from Rome to Montalcino and back to Rome is included, with dinner and breakfast.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
Vacations By Rail describes this as an independent tour. You travel on your own following a well-planned itinerary, though a private half-day guided tour of Rome is included, and private transfers connect your hotel, stations, and the airport.
What is included in the price?
Three nights of bed and breakfast accommodation in a 4-star hotel in Rome (your choice from Hotel Marcella, Rose Garden Palace, or Inn at the Spanish Steps), one night in a deluxe cabin on La Dolce Vita with dinner and breakfast, a private half-day guided tour of Rome by chauffeur-driven car, a winery experience with Brunello wine tasting in Montalcino, and private transfers throughout.
What is the daily pace like?
The trip spans five days and four nights with three nights in Rome allowing leisurely exploration, one night aboard the train, and return to Rome on day four. Days one and two are in Rome; day three travels by train to Montalcino; day four returns to Rome by train.
How much walking should I expect?
A private half-day panoramic tour covers Rome's major landmarks by chauffeur-driven car with free time at each stop for walking. You will also walk through Montalcino's narrow streets at your own pace.
When does this trip run?
The operator publishes no departure calendar; confirm available dates with Vacations By Rail before booking.

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