Venice Simplon-Orient-Express – London to Venona

Depart London Victoria / Arrive Verona Porta Nuova

You need only glimpse its gleaming carriages and be greeted by the steward in his distinctive uniform to know that the most memorable journey of your life has begun. Take a trip on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, enjoy a stay in Verona and fly home. Depart London mid-morning for your luxurious overnight journey to Verona, where you arrive mid afternoon the next day. Spend a night or three in Verona and fly home to your preferred uk airport (hotel & flight not included in price guide). Verona provides an alternative destination for your special VSOE trip – Explore the sights of this medieval old Town famous as being the setting for Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” or perhaps combine your VSOE experience with a night at the Opera. The Verona Arena “Arena di Verona” is a huge 1st century Roman amphitheatre which plays host to large scale opera performances.

Details

Fine Dining
Food Included
Unique Experiences
Authentic Vintage Cabins
Classic Route
Available as Inclusive Tour

Guide Price £2,365 pp

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Dining

Dining on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Indulge in a sensational feast aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train

Exceptional European cuisine is freshly prepared in the train’s kitchen by the Chef and his skilled team. Fresh ingredients are taken on board at stops along the route. Look out the window and you may spot the chef inspecting lobsters from Brittany, tomatoes from Provence or saltmarsh lamb from Mont St Michel. The set-menus are an inclusive part of your trip. Drinks and à la carte options are also available at an additional charge. The Chefs will be delighted to cater for any specific dietary requirements – please ensure that you inform us of your needs at the time of booking. Sample Lunch and Dinner Menus – Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

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Dining Carriages

Dining Carriages on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

There are three restaurant carriages on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express all with their own unique feel and décor.

Dining Car 4095 L’Oriental

Built by the Birmingham Railway Carriage and Wagon Company in 1927 was comissioned as a Pullman Kitchen Car. It has an Oriental theme with Chinese style laquer wall panels.

Dining Car 4110 Etoile du Nord

Built by the Birmingham Railway Carriage and Wagon Company in 1926 to serve on the Etoile du Nord Pullman Train.

Dining Car 4141 Côte d’Azur

Built in 1929, this was originally a 1st Class Pullman Car used on the Cote d’Azur Pullman Express. The carriage features ornate glass panels by René Lalique.

Bar Car

Bar Car

The Bar Car was built in France in 1931 and based at the Gare Saint-Lazare in Paris. After the war it ran as part of the Sud Express from Paris to Irún on the Spanish border and from Paris to Toulouse in Le Capitole. Today it boasts a beautiful, Art Nouveau-style interior by Gérard Gallet.

Cabins

Venice-Simplon-Orient-Express Cabins

Floorplan

Cabins

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train is quite unlike anything you will ever experience…. From the 1920s to the ‘30s the carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train played a significant role in the golden age of travel. Today, every carriage has been lovingly restored to its former glory, recreating one of the finest luxury experiences the world has ever known. Relax in an opulent cabin while a dedicated steward attends to your every need.

Single Cabin View Configuration

Single Cabin

There are a strictly limited amount of single cabins available on board at no extra cost. It is occasionally possible to combine adjoining single cabins into a single cabin suite for the same total cost as one double cabin.

Double Cabin View Configuration

Double Cabin

During the day each Double Cabin is configured as a lounge with a banquette sofa, footstool, small table and a washbasin cabinet with hot and cold water. At night it becomes a cosy bedroom with an upper and lower (bunk) bed. A beautiful mosaic-tiled lavatory is located in each carriage.

Double Cabin Suite View Configuration

Double Cabin

Cabin Suites consist of two interconnecting double cabins. You can choose between single beds or keep one cabin as a lounge, with upper and lower beds in the other.

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History

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Train Itinerary & Timetable

Travel on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train to Venice and return by air. Depart London mid-morning for your luxurious overnight journey to Venice, where you arrive late afternoon the next day. Spend 2 nights in Venice (hotel not included in guide price) before returning to the UK by air.

Day One aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Board the Belmond British Pullman train train at London Victoria station, your steward will show you to your reserved seat.
Sit back and enjoy Brunch served with a Bellini as you travel through the Kentish countryside.
After crossing the Channel board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train.
Enjoy a delicious four-course dinner, prepared by our skilled French chefs.
After dinner retire to your cabin, which has now been transformed into a cosy bedroom.

Depart	Arrive
London (Victoria) 10:45	Paris (Gare de l’Est) 21:44
Paris (Gare de l’Est) 21:17

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Day Two aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

You awake to the magnificent scenery of the Swiss Alps as breakfast is served in your cabin at a time to suit you.
Spend the morning relaxing in your cabin or in the Bar Car chatting to fellow guests.
Enjoy a leisurely three-course lunch which is served in another one of the beautiful restaurant cars.
While away the afternoon admiring the passing scenery as the train travels through the Italian Dolomites.
Later, afternoon tea is served in your cabin.
All too soon it is time to prepare to disembark as the train crosses the Venetian Lagoon and pulls into Santa Lucia station.
Begin a two night stay in Venice…

Depart	Arrive
	Innsbruck ( Hauptbahnhof)11:42
Innsbruck ( Hauptbahnhof) 12:12	Verona (Porta Nuova station) 16:03

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A stay in Venice

Stay in Verona for as long as you want. Our recommendation is The Due Torri Hotel. This luxury 5 star hotel is the ideal base to take in the sights and sounds of Verona.

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Return home by Air

Pre-arranged transfer to airport
Flights from Venice Marco Polo or Venice Treviso
Return to a wide choice of UK airports

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The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express must surely be the most publicised, televised and photographed train in human history. Here are a couple of her latest appearances on UK Television:

Top Gear – vs the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

The new Top Gear team, headed by Chris Evans, take on Eddi Jordan and the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in a head to head contest.

The World’s most famous train channel 4

A fantastic look at the iconic London to Venice trip including life behind the scenes following the train staff. Link to C4 – VSOE Program

Departure Dates

2016 and 2017 London/Venice Train Times

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Departure Dates

London Departure Dates

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Traveller Tips

Find out all you need to know before you travel on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train.

Useful Traveller Information

Can I smoke on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train?

No. To comply with Italian and other European regulations, Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train operates a no smoking policy on board both the Belmond British Pullman and the continental train.

What do I wear on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train?

You can never be overdressed on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train. For dinner, we ask that men wear a suit and tie and women dress in smart attire, but many guests like to don black tie or evening dress for the occasion. During the day the dress code is smart-casual. At lunch, for example, a jacket and tie is suitable for men. Jeans are not acceptable at any time.

What languages do staff on board the train speak?

French, English and Italian are spoken by most stewards on board the continental train.

What currency do I need on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train?

Prices are quoted in Euros and it is recommended that passengers have a small number of Euros for onboard purchases. However, most major currencies are accepted, as well as travellers’ cheques, Eurocheques and major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB). The exchange rate on board is displayed in the Bar Car.

How long does my journey take?

Journeys on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train can last from one to several days. The traditional and most popular route between London and Venice takes two days, with one night on board. See Journey Search for details of our other departures.

How do I cross the English Channel?

Passengers travelling from or to London will board the Belmond British Pullman carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train between London and Folkestone. You are then escorted by our hostess to a luxury coach for the Channel crossing on the Eurotunnel shuttle.

Will I need insurance for my trip?

As with all holidays and trips abroad, it is advisable to have travel insurance. Your Mulberry Travel advisor will be able to advise you.

Will there be room in my compartment for all my luggage?

Despite having luggage racks in our cabins, space constraints require that luggage is limited, per passenger, to: one suitable piece of hand luggage, one suit carrier or overnight bag (to be placed in your cabin), and one suitcase to be stored in the baggage car, where it will not be accessible until you reach your destination.

Will I need to tip the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express staff?

Any gratuities you wish to give are entirely at your discretion.

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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express – London to Venona

Depart London Victoria / Arrive Verona Porta Nuova

Guide Price £2,365 pp

Dining

Dining on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Indulge in a sensational feast aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train

Dining Carriages

Dining Carriages on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Dining Car 4095 L’Oriental

Dining Car 4110 Etoile du Nord

Dining Car 4141 Côte d’Azur

Bar Car

Bar Car

Cabins

Venice-Simplon-Orient-Express Cabins

Floorplan

Cabins

Single Cabin

Double Cabin

Double Cabin

Video

History

Brochure

Special Offers

Train Itinerary & Timetable

Day One aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Day Two aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

A stay in Venice

Return home by Air

Due Torri Hotel

Accademia Hotel

Il Sogno di Giulietta

Verona Destination Guide

Top Gear – vs the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

The World’s most famous train channel 4

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Departure Dates

London Departure Dates

Venice Departure Dates

Useful Traveller Information

Can I smoke on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train?

What do I wear on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train?

What languages do staff on board the train speak?

What currency do I need on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train?

How long does my journey take?

How do I cross the English Channel?

Will I need insurance for my trip?

Will there be room in my compartment for all my luggage?

Will I need to tip the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express staff?

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