Venice & Vienna on the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

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The legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express offers a unique travel experience. For your trip of a lifetime embark on the journey from London to the magical city of Venice and on to the wonderful city of Vienna before returning back to London. Step aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and you step back in time to a bygone age of luxury rail travel.
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Vienna and visit some of the buildings and monuments that tell the story of this delightful European city
    • Visit inside the stunning Doges Palace, feel yourself unwind as you wander amid the myriad of canals along blissfully traffic-free alleyways and campi (squares).
    • Visit the on board Boutique to purchase souvenirs, while away the hours in conversation or take it easy in your compartment and admire passing scenery as the train travels through Switzerland and into Italy.
    • See the famous Spanish Riding School or head for Prater Park with its ferris wheel which featured in the film ‘The Third Man’ with Orson Welles.
    • Enjoy Venice, at dusk and after dark when all the crowds have gone home.

What's this trip about?

    The legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express offers a unique travel experience. For your trip of a lifetime embark on the journey from London to the magical city of Venice and on to the wonderful city of Vienna before returning back to London. Step aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and you step back in time to a bygone age of luxury rail travel.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityVenice
End CityParis

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Train & Rail Journeys

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Austria
  • France
  • Italy

Attractions

  • Venice
  • Vienna

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature
  • Trains & Rail

Trip includes

    • Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from London to Venice, Venice to Vienna and Vienna to London in a double compartment with all meals
    • 2 nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation at the Hotel Bucintoro (4 star) in Venice
    • Private water taxi transfers in Venice
    • 2 nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation at the Hotel Kaiserhof (4 star) in Vienna

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Itinerary

Day 1 – London to Switzerland aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

As you board the gleaming carriages of the Belmond British Pullman train at London Victoria station, your steward will show you to your reserved seat. Sit back and enjoy Brunch served with a Bellini as you travel through the Kentish countryside. On arrival in Folkesto...

Day 2 – Through the Swiss Alps to Venice

You awake to the magnificent scenery of the Swiss Alps as breakfast is served in your compartment at a time to suit you. Choose to spend the morning in the Bar Car chatting to fellow guests over coffee or relax and gaze out at the fabulous views from the comfort of yo...

Day 3 – Incomparable Venice

Step out in Venice and allow this unique and captivating city to carry you where it will. Enjoy Venice, at dusk and after dark when all the crowds have gone home. From St. Mark’s Square to the Rialto Bridge, a gondola ride on the Grand Canal to a visit inside the stun...

Day 4 – Free time in Venice – Venice to Vienna aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Today you have the whole morning and most of the afternoon free for further exploration of this captivating city. Savour your final morning in Venice before your private water taxi transfer re-unites you with the rest of the world as you return to Venice Santa Lucia s...

Day 5 – Arrival in Vienna

Breakfast is served in your compartment before your morning arrival in Vienna. Here you make your own way to your hotel for the next 2 nights, the highly-rated, family-run and elegant Hotel Kaiserhof (4 star), well-located in the centre of Vienna and within easy acces...

Day 6 – Discover Vienna

You have a full day to explore Vienna and visit some of the buildings and monuments that tell the story of this delightful European city. You might like to try and see the famous Spanish Riding School or head for Prater Park with its ferris wheel which featured in the...

Day 7 – Vienna through Europe to France

This morning after breakfast you have some free time for further exploration of beautiful Vienna or perhaps some last-minute souvenir shopping. Then make your way back to the station this afternoon to re-join the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, as you settle back into ...

Day 8 – Arrival into Paris – Paris to London

Breakfast is served in your cabin by your steward at a time to suit you. The train pulls into Paris Gare de l’Est and halts for 30 minutes. Take this opportunity to stretch your legs along the platform and watch the bustling activity; passengers boarding, chefs choosi...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $6,151
Price per day$769
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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Planet Rail was set up by Guy Saunders to offer you the opportunity to experience some of our favourite rail journeys and to visit some of our most treasured destinations. His aim is to give every one of you, our customers, the personal attention you deserve. Working from offices in rural North Yorkshire, Guy and his team are passionate about rail travel – and we believe it is as much the journey as the destination that excites us.

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His specialist knowledge of Italy, Switzerland and France, and, of course, rail travel, can help you to craft your perfect holiday. He lives in Stillington with his partner, Kate, and their 13 year old son, Finlay.

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Accommodation

,Hotel Bucintoro Right on the waterfront in the heart of Venice and next to San Biagio Church, Hotel Bucintoro (4 star) offers elegant rooms and suites with panoramic views over the Venetian Lagoon. The Hotel Bucintoro is just across the bridge from the Vaporetto (water bus) stop, Arsenale. All of the hotel’s comfortable en-suite rooms come with air conditioning, satellite television and free Wi-Fi. In addition to great views of the Lagoon, some rooms also look towards St Mark's docks, Palazzo Ducale, the Campanile and the Island of San Giorgio. Hotel Bucintoro is set in the historic district of Castello, a 10-minute walk from St. Mark's Square. The area is still full of small neighborhood shops, cafés and Venetian inns. Hotel Kaiserhof The traditional, highly-rated Hotel Kaiserhof (4 star) is located in a quiet side street in the centre of Vienna, only a few minutes walking distance from the magnificent Ringstrasse and Vienna State Opera, as well many fine restaurants, bars and cafes. This smart hotel has been run by 8 generations of the same family since it opened in 1896. It prides itself on its rich tradition, attention to detail and friendly service, which is why it is not surprising that so many of today’s visitors keep coming back. All of the 74 comfortable en-suite rooms at this elegant hotel are warmly decorated and represent a stylish blend of turn-of-the-century architecture and modern amenities. They all feature air conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV, a multimedia docking station, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, and a bathroom with a hairdryer and a make-up mirror. The hotel also benefits from its own wellness centre and spa with sauna, steam bath and fitness room, as well as an internet corner. In the morning a rich Viennese breakfast buffet is served. Drinks and snacks are served at the elegant and tranquil bar and in the winter garden.
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