What is included in the package?

Four nights of hotel accommodation in Rome (bed and breakfast), two nights in a Deluxe cabin on the train, private transfers in Rome, a Private Half Day Roman Panoramic Tour with an English-speaking guide, dinner curated by three-Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck on board, evening cocktails and live music, Italian breakfast on the train, a Tuscan lunch in Siena, and time in Venice and Siena.

Which trains are used?

La Dolce Vita Orient Express operates the main journey from Rome through Venice to Siena and back. Eurostar (London St Pancras to Paris Nord) is an optional add-on for outbound or inbound travel.

What are the hotel options in Rome?

Great Rail Journeys offers three choices: Marcella Royal (4-star, boutique with continental breakfast), Rose Garden Palace (4-star, modern with wellness centre), or Inn at the Spanish Steps (5-star luxury, central location near attractions).

What is not included?

Cancellation and travel insurance, flights (available as an optional add-on), optional excursions (wine tasting, cooking classes, evening sightseeing tours), and meals not listed as included.

Great Rail Journeys · Luxury rail journey

La Dolce Vita, Rome, Venice & Siena

Seven days in Rome, Venice, and Siena on La Dolce Vita Orient Express

Great Rail Journeys operates La Dolce Vita, a seven-day luxury escorted tour combining Rome, Venice, and Siena, with two nights aboard the renowned La Dolce Vita Orient Express. The journey begins in Rome with three nights in a choice of four-star or five-star hotels, including a Private Half Day Roman Panoramic Tour by chauffeur-driven car that covers St. Peter's Square, the Colosseum, the Forum, Piazza Navona, and Trevi Fountain. On day four, you board the sleeper train in Rome and travel north, enjoying a dinner curated by three-Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck and time in Venice with its lagoon and historic sites. The next morning, you disembark in Siena for a morning exploring medieval architecture and cobblestone streets, followed by a traditional Tuscan lunch and an evening return journey to Rome aboard the train with Italian aperitivo and lavish dinner. The pace is relaxed, with substantial time to wander and absorb the culture of each city. This tour appeals to luxury-seekers and couples drawn to refined dining, history-lovers interested in Italy's cultural capitals, and food-and-wine enthusiasts keen on chef-driven menus and regional specialities.

Price history

Across 3 checks, this price has held at £6,695 every time.

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

What to know before you look closer

Several Rome hotels are listed as options with different ratings (4-star and 5-star); your final accommodation depends on the tier you select.
Day 7 departure via flight is the default; a leisurely two-day rail return to London via Turin and Paris is offered as an alternative but requires separate booking.

Day by day

Day 1overnight: Rome
Arrival in Rome
A private transfer will whisk you to your chosen hotel, selected from our range of 4-Star and 5-Star accommodations. Dive into the rich tapestry of Rome's history and vibrant culture.
Day 2overnight: Rome
Exploring Rome
Included in your itinerary is the Private Half Day Roman Panoramic Tour, a chauffeur-driven ride through the streets of Rome taking in St. Peter's Square, the Colosseum, the Forum, Piazza Navona and Trevi Fountain.
Day 3overnight: Rome
Rome
Delight in another leisurely day to delve deeper into the treasures of Rome, tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain and exploring the Colosseum. Optional excursions bookable for an additional fee.
Day 4railovernight: Onboard La Dolce Vita
La Dolce Vita to Venice
Depart Rome Ostiense aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express. Settle into the Restaurant Car for a meal curated by 3-Michelin starred chef Heinz Beck. Arrive in Venice in the evening to explore St Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge, or choose an optional excursion, before reboarding for live music, entertainment and cocktails.
Day 5railovernight: Onboard La Dolce Vita
Arrival in Siena, Tuscany
Arriving in Siena early in the morning, explore its rich history, medieval architecture and craftsmanship, perhaps on an optional guided tour, and enjoy a Tuscan lunch. In the afternoon, reboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express for the return journey to Rome, with an Italian aperitivo, dinner and live entertainment on board.
Day 6railovernight: Rome
Return to Rome
Awaken to an exquisite Italian breakfast served in the opulent dining car as the train approaches Rome Ostiense. A private transfer will take you to your chosen hotel in Rome.
Day 7
Rome to the UK
You are privately transferred to Rome airport for your flight back home.

The moments this trip is built around

Day 2Private Half Day Roman Panoramic Tour by chauffeur-driven car, viewing St. Peter's Square, the Colosseum, the Forum, Piazza Navona, and Trevi Fountain with an English-speaking guide.
Day 4Depart Rome Ostiense aboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express and settle into the Restaurant Car for a meal curated by three-Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck, then arrive in Venice for evening exploration.
Day 5Arrive in Siena early morning to wander cobblestone streets and medieval architecture, enjoy a Tuscan lunch, then reboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express for the return journey with Italian aperitivo.

Included

4 nights hotel accommodation (Bed and Breakfast) in 4-star hotels
2 nights 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

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Questions travellers ask

What is included in the package?: Four nights of hotel accommodation in Rome (bed and breakfast), two nights in a Deluxe cabin on the train, private transfers in Rome, a Private Half Day Roman Panoramic Tour with an English-speaking guide, dinner curated by three-Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck on board, evening cocktails and live music, Italian breakfast on the train, a Tuscan lunch in Siena, and time in Venice and Siena.
Which trains are used?: La Dolce Vita Orient Express operates the main journey from Rome through Venice to Siena and back. Eurostar (London St Pancras to Paris Nord) is an optional add-on for outbound or inbound travel.
What are the hotel options in Rome?: Great Rail Journeys offers three choices: Marcella Royal (4-star, boutique with continental breakfast), Rose Garden Palace (4-star, modern with wellness centre), or Inn at the Spanish Steps (5-star luxury, central location near attractions).
What is not included?: Cancellation and travel insurance, flights (available as an optional add-on), optional excursions (wine tasting, cooking classes, evening sightseeing tours), and meals not listed as included.