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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

From Paris to Venice, Florence & Rome

What to Expect
What to Expect
Sample Itinerary
Sample Itinerary
What's Included
What's Included

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Begin your journey in Paris, a global capital of art, fashion and gastronomy, before stepping aboard the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express — one of the most iconic rail experiences in the world.

Evoking the romance of a bygone era, this extraordinary train transports you back to the Golden Age of travel, where polished wood panelling, sumptuous upholstery and exquisite antique details create an atmosphere of timeless glamour and refined elegance.

From the moment the train glides out of Paris, the journey becomes as memorable as the destination itself. After arriving in Venice — the spellbinding city of canals — continue your Italian adventure through the artistic heart of Florence and on to Rome, where ancient history, world-renowned art and unforgettable landmarks await.

Blending legendary rail travel with Europe’s most celebrated cities, this journey offers a truly indulgent way to experience the very best of France and Italy.

Colorful buildings lining a waterway at sunset with boats and gondolas docked along the sides.
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The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is made up of beautifully restored original carriages dating from the 1920s and 1930s, each carefully preserved to reflect the glamour and craftsmanship of the Golden Age of travel.

Trip Highlights

  • Climb the iconic Eiffel Tower 

  • Journey aboard the luxurious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

  • Uncover Rome’s treasures with visits to the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and Colosseum

  • Marvel at Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia Gallery and Duomo in Florence

  • Enjoy a gondola ride, Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice

Luxury train carriage interior with blue patterned seats, gold accents, pink lamps, and large windows showing a green landscape.
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When you book with Travel Tailors, journeys like the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express are never one-size-fits-all — we can adapt the itinerary, accommodation and experiences before and after the train journey to create a truly personalised European adventure.


What's Included?

  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Paris 

  • 1 night aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in a private Twin Cabin from Paris to Venice

  • Rail travel as per the itinerary 

  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Venice 

  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Florence

  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome 

  • Skip-the-Line Eiffel Tower tickets 

  • 2 Day Paris hop-on hop-off pass 

  • Scenic Paris River Cruise 

  • Skip-the-Line Louvre Museum tickets (closed on Tuesdays) 

  • Small group tour of Vatican Museums, San Peter’s, and the Sistine Chapel in Rome 

  • Small group tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum in Rome 

  • Shared boat transfer in Venice 

  • Small group tour of the Doges Palace and the Golden Basilica in Venice 

  • Private gondola ride in Venice 

  • Small group tour of Accademia Gallery in Florence 

  • Small group walking tour and Uffizi Gallery priority access in Florence 

  • Rome to the UK airfare

The Colosseum in Rome, Italy, during sunset with a clear sky and some greenery in the foreground.
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Dinner aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is a formal affair, inspired by classic European gastronomy, with menus designed to reflect the regions the train travels through — all served in elegant Art Deco dining cars.