Paris to Venice aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express & Uniworld Venice Cruise
Luxury rail and river cruise itinerary combining the VSOE with Uniworld’s S.S. La Venezia
Travel from Paris to Venice aboard the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, then continue your holiday through the Venetian lagoon aboard Uniworld’s elegant S.S. La Venezia.
This exceptional luxury rail and river cruise itinerary combines the golden-age glamour of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express with Uniworld’s boutique Venice cruise, creating one of the most memorable ways to arrive into and experience Venice.
After your overnight journey aboard the VSOE, arrive in Venice and embark Uniworld’s S.S. La Venezia for a 7 night Venice to Venice cruise exploring the city, lagoon islands and wider Veneto region, including places such as Burano, Mazzorbo, Torcello and Chioggia.
Packages can be arranged with flights, hotels, private transfers and optional extensions. No-fly arrangements from London may also be possible on selected departures.
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- Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Paris to Venice
- Historic Cabin, Suite and Grand Suite options available
- 7 night Uniworld Venice cruise aboard S.S. La Venezia
- Venice to Venice itinerary through the Venetian lagoon
- Explore Venice, Burano, Mazzorbo, Torcello and Chioggia
- Flights, hotels and private transfers arranged
- Optional no-fly travel from London
- Fully tailor-made package with Mulberry Travel
Tailor-made packages available
dates, cabins and cruise availability vary by departureParis to Venice VSOE & Uniworld Cruise Itinerary
Arrive in Venice in unforgettable style
This itinerary is designed around one of Europe’s most romantic travel experiences: arriving in Venice aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Depart Paris in the afternoon and travel overnight through Europe in beautifully restored Art Deco carriages before reaching Venice the following day.
From Venice, continue your journey aboard Uniworld’s S.S. La Venezia, a floating boutique hotel that allows you to explore the city and its surrounding lagoon in a slower, more immersive way. Rather than simply visiting Venice, you live with the rhythm of the lagoon.
Mulberry Travel can tailor this package around selected VSOE and Uniworld departure combinations, adding flights, Paris hotel stays, Venice hotel nights, private transfers or onward arrangements as required.
Paris to Venice VSOE & Uniworld Cruise Itinerary
Day 1 – Paris and the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Begin your journey in Paris. Private transfers and pre-train hotel stays can be arranged if required.
Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in Paris and settle into your cabin as the legendary blue and gold carriages begin their journey towards Italy.
As evening falls, dress for dinner and make your way to one of the beautifully restored dining cars, where exceptional cuisine, fine service and the atmosphere of golden-age rail travel set the tone for your holiday.
Day 2 – Arrive Venice
Wake aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express as the train continues through spectacular European scenery towards Venice.
Enjoy breakfast and lunch onboard before arriving into Venice later in the day. On arrival, transfer to your hotel or directly to your Uniworld arrangements depending on the matched departure dates.
Day 3 – Embark S.S. La Venezia in Venice
Embark Uniworld’s S.S. La Venezia and settle into your floating boutique hotel on the Venetian Lagoon.
Unpack, relax and enjoy your first evening onboard as your Venice cruise begins.
Day 4 – Venice
Begin your exploration of Venice with included experiences that may feature Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Square and authentic Venetian neighbourhoods.
Selected departures may also include a private after-hours experience at St Mark’s Basilica, subject to local arrangements.
Day 5 – Venice, Padua or Vicenza, Mazzorbo and Burano
Enjoy a choice of carefully curated excursions in the Veneto region, such as Padua or Vicenza, before sailing across the lagoon towards Mazzorbo and Burano.
In the evening, enjoy Burano after many day visitors have left, when its colourful houses and quiet canals feel especially atmospheric.
Day 6 – Mazzorbo, Burano and Chioggia
Explore the northern lagoon, with possible experiences including Torcello, Mazzorbo, Burano or Murano glassblowing.
Later, continue towards Chioggia, a charming fishing town often described as a smaller, more local version of Venice.
Day 7 – Chioggia
Discover Chioggia and its lively local character. Experiences may include market visits, tastings, cycling, cultural excursions or time exploring the town’s canals and maritime traditions.
Day 8 – Chioggia and Venice
Explore the Po Delta or enjoy one of the region’s included experiences before sailing back towards Venice.
Day 9 – Venice
Spend a final full day exploring Venice with Uniworld. Experiences may include the Rialto area, Dorsoduro, artisan workshops, Venetian food traditions or local rowing culture.
Day 10 – Venice
Disembark S.S. La Venezia after breakfast.
Flights, private transfers, Venice hotel extensions or onward travel can be arranged by Mulberry Travel.
Itinerary, excursions and timings are subject to change and vary by departure. Exact sequencing depends on matched VSOE and Uniworld dates.
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is one of the world’s most celebrated trains, instantly recognisable by its polished blue and gold carriages, refined service and beautifully restored Art Deco interiors.
Travelling from Paris to Venice aboard the VSOE creates a spectacular opening to this itinerary. Enjoy elegant dining, the famous Bar Car, attentive cabin service and the romance of overnight rail travel before arriving into Venice in unforgettable style.
Historic Cabins, Suites and Grand Suites may be available depending on departure and availability.
S.S. La Venezia
S.S. La Venezia is Uniworld’s elegant boutique ship in Venice, designed as a floating hotel for exploring the city, lagoon islands and wider Veneto region.
The ship offers an intimate, all-inclusive style with attentive service, carefully considered interiors and the convenience of unpacking once while Venice and the lagoon unfold around you.
This is one of the most distinctive ways to experience Venice, combining the comfort of a luxury ship with access to places that many city-break visitors never reach.
Why Travel Paris to Venice First?
The most romantic way to arrive in Venice
Travelling from Paris to Venice aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express gives this itinerary a wonderful sense of theatre. The journey begins with the glamour of the train and builds towards the moment you arrive in Venice.
Once in Venice, Uniworld’s cruise slows the pace and allows you to explore the city and lagoon in depth. Highlights may include Burano, Mazzorbo, Torcello, Chioggia, Doge’s Palace, artisan workshops and Venetian food and wine experiences.
This direction works especially well for clients who want the VSOE to be the spectacular start of the holiday, followed by a relaxed week aboard S.S. La Venezia.
