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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express & Verona

Luxury overnight train from Verona to Paris on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Illustration of Venice Simplon-Orient-Express & Verona

Marvellous Escapes offers a five-day luxury journey that pairs a three-night stay in Verona with an overnight on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, one of the world's most celebrated trains. The trip begins with flights or a train journey from the UK to Verona, where you spend the first two days exploring the city's medieval landmarks on a guided walking tour and then at leisure, visiting the Roman Arena, Cathedral, and Juliet's Balcony. On Day 4, you depart Verona by shared transfer and board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, where a dedicated steward attends to you throughout the night. You enjoy a three-course lunch in the dining cars as the train passes through the Italian Dolomites and the Arlberg route, then a four-course dinner prepared by chef Jean Imbert, with aperitifs in the art deco Bar Car 3674 and evening piano music. The journey concludes in Paris on Day 5 with French breakfast and brunch served as the train arrives. This package suits luxury-seekers, couples, repeat rail travellers, and history enthusiasts drawn to Verona's literary heritage and architectural treasures.

What to know before you look closer

  • The from-price of GBP 4,599 covers the hotel, train, and flights or train from the UK; confirm final costs and any single supplements before booking
  • Day 1 involves international travel to reach Verona; the package offers flights from a UK airport or a roundtrip train from London St. Pancras with an extra night in Milan or Turin
  • The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express operates on a fixed seasonal schedule; confirm available departure dates with Marvellous Escapes

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Verona

    Verona

    Travel from the UK to Verona. Private transfer to your hotel on arrival.

  2. Day 2overnight: Verona

    Verona

    Guided walking tour through Verona's historic heart - Piazza Bra, the Roman Arena, the Cathedral and Scaliger Tombs, Juliet's Balcony, and Piazza delle Erbe.

  3. Day 3overnight: Verona

    Verona

    Free time to explore Verona's streets, landmarks, boutiques and cafes.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

    Depart Verona

    Shared transfer to board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Verona to Paris. Three-course lunch in the dining cars as the scenery changes from the Italian Dolomites to the Arlberg route. Dinner by chef Jean Imbert, with an aperitif in Bar Car '3674' and a resident pianist in the evening.

  5. Day 5rail

    Paris/Return Home

    French breakfast and brunch served by your steward as the train arrives in Paris, concluding your Verona to Paris journey.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Guided walking tour of Verona's historic heart, visiting the Roman Arena, Cathedral, Scaliger Tombs, Juliet's Balcony, and Piazza delle Erbe
  • Day 4Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Verona; three-course lunch in the dining cars as scenery shifts from the Italian Dolomites to the Arlberg route, followed by dinner by chef Jean Imbert and evening entertainment at the resident pianist in Bar Car 3674

Included

  • 3-nights hotel accommodation in Verona with breakfast included
  • Overnight accommodation aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
  • Flights to and from the UK (or a roundtrip train journey from London St. Pancras with extra night in Milan/Turin)
  • Private arrival transfer to your hotel
  • Shared transfer service to Verona railway station
  • Secure reservation for the Eurostar in Eurostar Plus class
  • Guided Walking Tour Of Verona In A Small Group

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. The package includes overnight accommodation aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Verona to Paris, plus Eurostar or flights to reach Verona from the UK.
Is the trip escorted?
Mostly independent. Marvellous Escapes provides a guided walking tour of Verona on Day 2; Day 3 is free time. The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express includes a dedicated steward aboard.
What is included in the price?
Three nights' hotel accommodation in Verona with breakfast, flights or train from the UK, private arrival transfer, shared transfer to Verona station, Eurostar Plus class, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express with all meals, and the guided Verona walking tour.
Which train is this?
The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, a luxury 1920s-style train with art deco dining cars, world-class cuisine by chef Jean Imbert, and a resident pianist.
How much walking is involved?
Day 2 includes a guided walking tour of Verona's historic centre; Day 3 is free for independent exploration. Beyond that, minimal walking beyond station transfers.
When does this trip run?
Marvellous Escapes does not publish specific departure dates in the materials provided; contact them directly to confirm availability.

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