For over a century there has been one definitive way to travel between the contrasting cities of London and Venice - the legendary Orient-Express. A timelessly classic journey that will stay with you for a lifetime.

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Call 877-929-7245 to Book The Classic Rail Journey - Venice Simplon - Orient Express

• 2 nights in London
• 1 night aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
• 2 nights in Venice
• Meals as indicated
• Transfers as indicated

Day 1 - London
Arrive in London, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. Overnight London.

 

Day 2 - London

Spend the day exploring London's great museums and galleries at your leisure. Overnight London. (B)

Day 3 - On the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Arrive at London Victoria for your journey on the British Pullman for Folkestone, during which lunch accompanied by a welcoming glass of champagne and fine wines is served. On arrival, transfer by Eurotunnel shuttle coach to Calais. The magical sight of the gleaming blue and gold wagons-lits of the continental sleeper train awaits your arrival. After being escorted to your compartment, change for dinner and perhaps visit the bar car for an aperitif. The specially prepared menus by chef Christian Bodiguel are a highlight of the journey. The train stops in Paris around 10:00 pm to welcome other passengers. Overnight train. (B, L, D)

Day 4 - Venice
Awake this morning in the Swiss Alps and, after a continental breakfast served in your compartment, relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery of Austria. Lunch is served as the train enters Italy, and afternoon tea before crossing the lagoon and arriving in Venice around 6:00 pm. Transfer to the Hotel Cipriani for a two-night stay. Overnight Venice. (B, L, A)

Day 5 - Venice

Spend the day exploring one of the world's most romantic destinations at your leisure. Overnight Venice. (B)

Day 6 - Venice
Depart Venice and continue your journey as per your own arrangements.

   

   

   

Please contact a Vacations By Rail travel specialist at 1-877-929-7245 for 2012 dates, prices and availability for this tour. EO-23