Day 1 - On the Venice Simplon-Orient Express
Depart from London Victoria or Paris Gare de l'Est for the overnight journey to Veniec aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient Express.
Lunch and/or dinner included. Overnight on board.
Day 2 - Venice
Savor the splendor of your cabin as you wake this morning. Admire the maginificent scenery as you e njoy breakfast in the privacy of your cabin. Walk through the train and absorb the nostalgic atmosphere. Be sure to choose your favorite of the three restaurants in time for lunch as the train makes its way through Innsbruck. Relax over afternoon tea while you quiz your steward on the train's history before the train sweeps into Venice Santa Lucia station late this afternoon. Bid farewell to the train and journey to your hotel to begin your stay in Venice.
Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight in Venice.
Days 3 and 4 - Venice
Explore the city and lagoon with a private guide and boat for a morning. The remainder of your stay in Venice is at your leisure.
Breakfast included. Overnight in Venice.
Day 5 - Florence
Transfer to Florence by private car. Three nights are included at the Villa San Michele.
Breakfast included. Overnight in Florence.
Day 6 - Florence
A free day to explore this wonderful Renaissance city.
Breakfast included. Overnight in Florence.
Day 7 - Florence Sightseeing
A private car and driver will take you into the beautiful Tuscan countryside today with a stop for lunch and a wine tasting at a local farm.
Breakfast included. Overnight in Florence.
Days 8-10 - Portofino
Your journey through Italy continues with a transfer to the spectacular harbor of Portofino with sightseeing en route. Enjoy a three-night stay at the Hotel Splendido to relax and enjoy the delights of this town.
Breakfast included. Overnight in Portofino.
Day 11 - Portofino
All too soon, it is time to leave. we will be pleased to assist with additional travel arrangements to extend your stay.