Travel across the Alps from Venice and on into the heart of Europe. Culture and adventure combine in visits to such architecturally dazzling and historically rich cities as Krakow and Vienna, set against the breathtaking landscapes of Eastern Europe.
Friday : Venice
Embark early evening on the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, at Venice Santa Lucia Station, and settle into your compartment as the train travels through the wonderful mountain scenery of the Italian Dolomites and Austrian Alps. Later, indulge in an aperitif in the bar before enjoying a splendid dinner in one of the opulent dining cars. Meanwhile, your compartment is converted to a cosy bedroom for your first night on board.
Overnight on board.
Saturday : Krakow
Breakfast is served in your compartment as you travel through the ever-changing views of the Slovakian countryside and the Tatras Mountains. A leisurely lunch is served on board as the train crosses into Poland with an afternoon arrival in Krakow, an architectural gem and one of Europe's most beautiful and vibrant cities.
Overnight in Krakow (note: hotel accommodation is not included).
Sunday : Krakow
Explore the fascinating city of Krakow at your own pace. From the unique medieval market square with its Cloth Hall full of artisan's shops selling exquisite amber jewellery to the Cathedral and fortified Royal Castle standing high on Wawel Hill, Krakow is a delight.
Overnight in Krakow (note: hotel accommodation is not included).
Monday : Krakow
Enjoy more time to explore Krakow before rejoining the train this evening for dinner and your overnight on board.
Overnight on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
Tuesday : Vienna
Breakfast is served in your compartment as you approach Vienna, where the train arrives this morning. The remainder of the day and evening is yours to enjoy at leisure. Once the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, this beautiful city is easy to explore. Why not take a horse-drawn carriage ride past the many architectural splendours of the Ringstrasse.
Overnight in Vienna (note: hotel accommodation is not included).
Wednesday : Vienna
Discover this grand city, perhaps by horse-drawn carriage, before rejoining the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express early afternoon. Enjoy afternoon tea and dinner on board as you continue your journey towards France.
Departure 2008 :
| July 9. |
Train Fares (per person) 2008 :
| Double Occupancy |
Cabin Suite |
|
|---|---|---|
| Venice - Krakow | £900 | £1,260 |
| Venice - Krakow - Vienna | £1,805 | £2,435 |
| Venice - Krakow - Vienna - London | £2,300 | £3,100 |
| Krakow - Vienna - London | £1,805 | £2,435 |
5% Discount for parties of four.
Prices for shorter sectors can be found at 'Train Only Fares'.
Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy.
Cabin Suite : A Suite is made up of two interconnecting double cabins. At night, choose between single beds or keep one cabin as a lounge with upper and lower berths in the other cabin.
Please note : the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express route is subject to change without prior warning due to last minute railway engineering works or similar.
