Planet Rail
London to Venice on the Venice Simplon Orient Express - return by air
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Planet Rail · Luxury rail holiday
London to Rome including the Venice Simplon Orient Express - return by air
Travel in opulent style from London to Rome aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, then fly home after exploring the Eternal City.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: On board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Travel to Paris & board the Venice Simplon Orient Express
Your adventure begins at London St. Pancras, where you travel by First Class rail to Paris before boarding the world-famous Venice Simplon Orient Express, with its distinctive blue and gold carriages. Your own personal steward is on hand to attend to you throughout your Venice Simplon Orient Express holiday. Take the time to settle in to your comfortable private compartment, relax and admire the elaborate flourishes and spectacular marquetry of this elegant train, before dressing for dinner. Enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail before making your way to one of the magnificent restaurant cars, where you will be served a delicious four-course dinner, prepared by skilled French chefs. Following dinner you may wish to enjoy a drink in the bar car, listening to the sound of the baby grand piano. By now your compartment has been transformed into a cosy bedroom, which you can retire to whenever you are ready.
- Day 2overnight: Rome
Through Switzerland to Milan and onwards to Rome
Breakfast is served in your compartment this morning at a time to suit you; be sure to admire the stunning views of the Swiss Alps as you start the day. You may wish to continue gazing out at the incredible scenery from your compartment, or perhaps spend the morning chatting to fellow guests over coffee. Later you enjoy a leisurely three-course lunch served in another of the beautiful restaurant cars. Perhaps visit the on-board boutique to purchase souvenirs, while away the hours in conversation or take it easy in your compartment and admire the superb views of Lake Lucerne and Lake Como. Afternoon tea is served in your compartment during the journey, then sit back and watch the world go by as you journey south to Rome and into Roma Termini station. Enter the Eternal city and make your way to your base for the next three nights, the well-located Boutique Hotel Liberty (4 star).
- Day 3overnight: Rome
At leisure in Rome
Rome is truly one of the most thrilling and seductive cities in the world. Discover a feast of architectural wonders, fine art and indulgent dining seemingly around each corner on your two full days in the Eternal city. With an array of world renowned attractions including the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Coliseum and Vatican city you will find your days filled with glorious sights before perhaps having a break with a ‘gelato’ in Piazza Navona or enjoying some time shopping on Via del Corso.
- Day 4overnight: Rome
At leisure in Rome
A second full day in the Eternal city. An attraction not to be missed is Michelangelo’s masterpiece, located in the Sistine Chapel. Alternatively, if you would like to sample some spectacular panoramic cityscape scenery, then make sure you take a trip to the top of St. Peter’s Cathedral.
- Day 5rail
Homeward bound
This morning you will make your way to the airport and bid farewell to the ancient sights of Rome, travelling back to the UK with British Airways marking the conclusion of your memorable holiday and experiences including the wonder of the Orient Express.
Included
- Eurostar (Standard Premier Class) from London to Paris
- A twin/double compartment on the Orient Express from Paris to Rome
- 3 nights’ B&B in a twin/double room at the Boutique Hotel Liberty (4 star) in Rome
- British Airways return flight from Rome to the UK
