The fast train from Rome to Venice takes under four hours. This one takes a day and a night, and every minute is a pleasure.
This one way journey on La Dolce Vita Orient Express turns a simple transfer into one of the highlights of a trip to Italy. You leave Rome in the late morning, spend the afternoon in Bolgheri and wake as the train approaches the lagoon.
Bolgheri sits on the Tuscan coast between Livorno and Piombino. It is famous for the Viale dei Cipressi, a five kilometre avenue of cypress trees immortalised by the poet Giosuè Carducci, and for the Super Tuscan wines first made here in the 1970s, including Sassicaia and Ornellaia.
Our holiday includes flights, private transfers and two nights in Rome before the train. Earlier departures called at Siena instead of Bolgheri, and we confirm the stop when you book.
Tuscany, on the way to Bolgheri
Journey Highlights
Super Tuscan Country
An afternoon in Bolgheri, with an optional vintage car drive and wine tasting.
The Cypress Avenue
The famous Viale dei Cipressi, celebrated by poets for over a century.
An Evening on Board
Dinner, then a singer, pianist and musician in the Bar Car.
Venice by Morning
Arrive at Santa Lucia in the late morning, ready for the city.
Day by Day Itinerary
Timings are a guide only. The train operator confirms exact times with your travel documents, and they can change with rail and weather conditions.
Arrive in Rome
Fly to Rome and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy dinner in the old centre.
Hotel night in Rome with breakfast.
A Day in Rome
A free day in Rome. Perhaps the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, or the Borghese Gallery and its gardens.
Hotel night in Rome with breakfast.
Into the Tuscan Countryside
Relax in the La Dolce Vita Lounge at Roma Ostiense before boarding in the late morning. Lunch by Heinz Beck is inspired by the flavours of the region.
In the early afternoon the train reaches Bolgheri. Stroll at your leisure, or choose a curated experience. A favourite is the drive along the Cypress Road in a fleet of vintage cars, ending with a tour and tasting at a private wine estate.
Back on board, dinner is followed by live music from a singer, pianist and musician.
Night on board. Lunch and dinner.
The Bar Car, where evenings end with live music
Arrive in Venice
Breakfast is served in your cabin or the Restaurant Car as the train runs towards the lagoon. You arrive at Venezia Santa Lucia in the late morning.
From here you can fly home or stay on. Venice is best explored slowly, in the early morning and late evening when the day visitors have gone.
Breakfast. Return flight from Venice, or extra nights by arrangement.
Holiday Prices
We book this journey as a complete holiday with flights, private transfers and hotel nights, so everything is joined up and protected. Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a Deluxe cabin and a double or twin hotel room.
Holiday shape: 2 nights in Rome and 1 night aboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express.
What is included
- Return flights from the UK to Italy
- Private car transfers between the airport, your hotel and the station
- One night aboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express in a Deluxe cabin
- All meals on board, selected drinks and the excursions included in the itinerary
- Two nights with breakfast at L'Orologio Roma
- A dedicated concierge service before you travel
- Detailed destination guide notes for your stay
Your hotels
L'Orologio Roma is a stylish four star hotel in a restored Neo Renaissance palazzo on Corso Vittorio Emanuele. Campo de' Fiori, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona are all about five minutes away on foot, so the historic centre is on your doorstep.
Departure dates
This route runs several times a year. 2027 dates are being released now. Call us on 0333 405 0192 for the latest calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
The train leaves Rome in the late morning and arrives in Venice the next morning, with an afternoon stop in Bolgheri.
Bolgheri is a pretty medieval village on the Tuscan coast, famous for its cypress avenue and Super Tuscan wines such as Sassicaia.
It is an optional experience with a supplement. You can also explore Bolgheri on your own.
Flights, private transfers, one night on board with meals and selected drinks, and two nights with breakfast in Rome.
Yes. See Venice to Rome via Florence.