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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Paris to Venice

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7 days From $7,075 per person

Travel on your own following a well-planned itinerary

2025 Tour code: VS-PVVW-25

About the tour

Take a once-in-a-lifetime trip on the Venice Simplon Orient Express between Paris and Venice, two of the most romantic and mesmerizing cities in the world. Discover Paris before relaxing in style as this luxury train takes you to Venice, where you'll explore the 'Floating City' and delve deeper into its culture. Aboard the Venice Simplon Orient Express, travel is timeless. Watch the scenery go by and soak in the atmosphere of this sophisticated journey.

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Venice Simplon Orient Express
Venice Simplon Orient Express
Travel in luxury aboard the Venice Simplon Orient Express.
Discover Paris and Venice
Discover Paris and Venice
Discover Paris and Venice with included tours, and relax with a glass of prosecco on a classic Venetian gondola ride

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Arrival in Pairs

Day 1 - Paris

Arrival in Pairs

On arrival in Paris, you will be met and transferred to your hotel of choice.

You don't have to wander far from your hotel to soak up the Parisian atmosphere. The Latin Quarter boasts many nostalgic arthouse cinemas, quaint bookstores and appetizing bistros to uncover at your leisure. Or simply wander the Parisian streets, stopping for coffee at a pavement café, or savoring authentic flavors at a nearby wine bar.

Discovering the cuisine of Paris

Day 2 - Discovering the cuisine of Paris

Discovering the cuisine of Paris

Today you will get to know Paris through its inspiring food scene on a small group tasting tour. You can choose to experience either the Montmartre or Notre Dame districts, where your guide will show you the best places to eat. You'll stop at up to six locations for tastings of Parisian delights like macarons, cheese, wine, crêpes, Viennoiseries, and oysters. Each neighborhood tour has its own unique tasting list that best showcases the area.

Afterward, why not continue to explore Paris on your own, perhaps visiting the city's famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre or Notre Dame cathedral.

The Venice Simplon Orient Express

Day 3 - The Venice Simplon Orient Express

The Venice Simplon Orient Express

A highlight of your trip awaits today as you join the Venice Simplon Orient Express train.

When you board the Venice Simplon Orient Express, the sense of opulence and sophistication is immediate. Relax in your luxury cabin and watch the stunning scenery glide by your window. Later, enjoy a four-course dinner in one of the restored 1920s restaurant cars. Get to know your fellow passengers while live music from the pianist adds to the chic atmosphere in the bar car. At the end of the evening, settle into your cozy cabin for your first night aboard this luxury train.

Arriving in Venice

Day 4 - Arriving in Venice

Arriving in Venice

As you gently awaken aboard the iconic Orient Express, start your morning with pastries and coffee in your cabin, or take your seat in one of the restaurant cars for smoked salmon and eggs, and maybe a bellini. After breakfast, take some time to unwind, watching the world go by from your window, before enjoying a leisurely three-course lunch in one of the restaurant cars, complete with wine paired by your sommelier. As the train glides through majestic scenery, return to your cabin for a relaxing coffee. Savor these tranquil moments before your grand arrival in Venice, where you'll be transferred to your hotel. Choose between 4-Star or 5-Star hotels on a B&B basis.

Discovering Venice

Day 5 - Discovering Venice

Discovering Venice

Today you will explore Venice on a private orientation tour. Your local guide will show you around their city on this personal walking tour. Get to know Venice like a local as you visit the Bridge of Sighs and spend some time in attractive squares, or 'campis', before concluding the tour at the Rialto Bridge. Your guide can suggest places for you to continue exploring by yourself, or take one of our optional excursions (available at a supplement).

Venice gondola ride

Day 6 - Venice gondola ride

Venice gondola ride

It's hard to think of Venice without conjuring images of gondolas. A ride on this most evocative form of transport is a must-do activity while you're here - and today's trip is extra special. Take a gondola ride along the Grand Canal, and other smaller canals, while sipping a glass of prosecco - the popular wine grown in the vineyards around Venice. Each gondola seats up to five passengers and one bottle of prosecco will be provided per gondola. Savor this iconic experience with a glass in your hand, as you sail along the Venice's incredible canals.

Later, you might wish to relax, stroll around Venice at leisure or take in another excursion, at a supplementary cost.

**Please note that the Gondola & Prosecco excursion does not operate before May 1st or after October 15th . For vacations outside of this period, the Private cooking class with lunch, described below, will be offered instead of the Gondola. It is possible to book a gondola only experience locally outside of these times.

Homeward bound

Day 7 - Homeward bound

After breakfast at the hotel, your day is free until you transfer by private water taxi across the beautiful Venetian Lagoon to Marco Polo Airport. Here, your unforgettable week comes to an end as you take home treasured memories of this once-in-a-lifetime journey across Europe, on the world's most famous train.

Additional information

Departure times

Departure times vary based on selected rail vacation. This information will be provided in your final documents. For more information please speak with your rail specialist.

Mobility information

Due to the nature of our tours they are generally unsuitable for those with restricted mobility. If you’d like to discuss any particular vacation with us in this respect, then please don’t hesitate to call us.

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