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The train's heartland is the classic overnight route between Paris and Venice, across the Alps by moonlight. From Paris it also runs east to the imperial capitals of Vienna, Prague and Budapest — and once a year it recreates its most storied journey of all, the six-day voyage to Istanbul.
Venice
A city of canals long counted among the most beautiful in the world, and the train's spiritual home. Reached from Paris on the classic overnight route across the Alps.
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Paris
The starting point of every journey — a city for lovers, gourmets and art lovers alike, where the dark blue carriages wait to begin the journey south or east.
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Vienna
A city of imperial splendour: art nouveau, coffee houses, classical music and seven hundred years of Habsburg grandeur. Reached from Paris through the mountains.
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Budapest
The Hungarian capital, divided by the Danube into hilltop Buda and vibrant Pest, with grand boulevards, thermal baths and the great Chain Bridge. Reached from Paris via Vienna.
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Prague
One of Europe's most beautifully preserved cities — a jewel of Gothic and baroque spires, rich in artistic heritage and tucked among seven hills. Reached from Paris across central Europe.
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Istanbul
The bridge between East and West, and the Orient Express's original destination on its 1883 maiden voyage. Reached today on a spectacular annual six-day journey from Paris.
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