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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and La Dolce Vita Orient Express with Montalcino

Ten-day luxury rail trip from Paris to Rome via Venice and Montalcino

Illustration of Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and La Dolce Vita Orient Express with Montalcino

Railbookers runs this 10-day, 9-night luxury rail vacation from Paris to Rome, built around two named luxury trains. After two nights in Paris, including a Moulin Rouge show with Champagne and a Seine river cruise, you board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for an overnight journey through the Swiss Alps, with a four-course dinner and a compartment breakfast, arriving in Venice for two nights that include a private gondola ride with musical serenade. A high-speed train continues to Rome for one night before you board the La Dolce Vita Orient Express, settling into a cabin for an overnight run through the Tuscan countryside to Montalcino, where a winery tour and Brunello tasting precede the train ride back to Rome for two final nights of guided tours, including the Colosseum and a food tour by night. Because two separate overnight train experiences bookend a mix of Paris, Venice, and Rome city time, it suits travellers who want the Orient Express experience built into a wider Italian and French itinerary rather than as a single one-way journey.

What to know before you look closer

  • The Paris hotel is one of two options, the Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra or the Holiday Inn Paris - Gare De Lyon Bastille, a notable gap in tier between the two, so confirm which is included in your booking.
  • No current departure dates are listed for this package; confirm availability directly with Railbookers.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Paris

    Your Journey Begins in Paris

    Welcome to Paris! Private transfer to your hotel for a two-night stay. In the evening, enjoy a pre-booked Moulin Rouge show including half a bottle of Champagne.

  2. Day 2overnight: Paris

    Paris

    Guided tour to the summit of the Eiffel Tower, a stroll through the Tuileries Garden, and a river cruise down the Seine.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

    Overnight Onboard The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

    Board the Continental Wagons-Lits. Dress for dinner, visit the bar car for an Agatha Christie Bellini, and enjoy a four-course meal in the restaurant car.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Venice

    The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Arrival to Venice

    Continental breakfast served in your compartment as you cross the Swiss Alps. A three-course lunch and afternoon tea follow before arrival at Santa Lucia station. Check in for a two-night stay; evening private gondola ride with musical serenade.

  5. Day 5overnight: Venice

    Venice

    Small group tour to the Doge's Palace and Golden Basilica, followed by a guided walking tour through the quieter lanes and alleys.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Rome

    Venice to Rome

    Direct high-speed train to Rome. Check in for an overnight stay. Free time to visit the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Spanish Steps.

  7. Day 7railovernight: La Dolce Vita Orient Express

    Overnight Onboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express

    Board the La Dolce Vita Orient Express in Rome. Settle into your cabin and enjoy the lounge car, fine Italian wines, and conversation as you travel through the countryside.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Rome

    Rome

    Wake to rolling hills as you arrive in Montalcino for a tour of a local winery and tasting session, then board the train back to Rome for a final two-night stay. Evening tour of Rome by night.

  9. Day 9overnight: Rome

    Rome

    Guided tour of the Colosseum and a stroll around the Roman Forum.

  10. Day 10

    Your Journey Ends in Rome

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and continue with your travels.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 3An overnight journey aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express includes a four-course dinner in the restaurant car and an Agatha Christie Bellini in the bar car.
  • Day 4Breakfast is served in your compartment as the train crosses the Swiss Alps before arrival in Venice, followed by a private gondola ride with musical serenade.
  • Day 7An overnight journey aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express includes a cabin, a lounge car, and fine Italian wines through the Tuscan countryside.
  • Day 8The train arrives in Montalcino for a winery tour and Brunello tasting before returning to Rome.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome
  • 1 night of all-inclusive accommodation onboard The La Dolce Vita Orient Express in Deluxe class
  • All table d'hôte meals of innovative Italian cuisine on board
  • All selected beverages during the whole journey
  • Breakfasts and afternoon tea service in your cabin
  • All excursions mentioned in the programs
  • All meals and offered beverages during the excursions
  • 24-hour onboard service and entertainment
  • Private Transfer from Rome Hotel to Rome Station
  • Private Transfer from Rome Station to Rome Hotel
  • Small-group walking tour of Rome with the Roman Forum and Colosseum
  • Culinary Food Tour in Rome at Night

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes, including an overnight aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Paris to Venice and an overnight aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express from Rome to Montalcino and back.
Do you get a cabin on the luxury trains?
Yes. The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express night includes a compartment with dinner and breakfast service, and the La Dolce Vita Orient Express night includes a cabin, lounge car, and Italian wines.
Which hotels are included?
Paris offers a choice of the Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra or the Holiday Inn Paris - Gare De Lyon Bastille; Venice is Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli and Gran Canal; Rome is Kolbe Hotel Rome.
How long is the trip?
10 days and 9 nights, from Paris to Rome.
What does the Montalcino stop involve?
A winery tour and tasting session in Montalcino, reached by the La Dolce Vita Orient Express, known for its Brunello di Montalcino wine.

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