Orient Express La Dolce Vita: A Luxury Train Journey Through Italy
Orient Express La Dolce Vita, launched in 2025, reimagines the legendary name for a new era of Italian luxury travel. Nearly 140 years after Georges Nagelmackers’ original vision first transformed rail journeys across Europe, this is the reborn icon — with a modern Italian soul.
Designed by Dimorestudio and rebuilt by master craftsmen, the train pairs vintage character with sleek contemporary elegance.
With twenty three overnight itineraries across eleven regions, guests can travel in exceptional comfort through Northern and Southern Italy, enjoying a journey that feels as glamorous as the destinations themselves.
The train can accommodate 62 guests and offers an all-inclusive experience, with onboard meals, beverages and entertainment included. Optional off board experiences are available with a fee, as well as premium drinks and some à la carte dishes at an extra charge.
*New for 2026 – Experience the Orient Express La Dolce Vita with the special edition day trip Rome to Venice from £1,099pp
- Elegantly restored carriages
- Private En-Suite Cabins and Suites
- Exceptionally crafted cabins
- One to Four Night Sleeper Itineraries
- New Special Rome/Venice Daytrip*
- New 4 Night Rome to Istanbul Itinerary
- All-Inclusive experience while Onboard
Guide Price from £2,750pp per night
based on £/€ exchange rate on 2 February 2026- Orient Express La Dolce Vita Journeys
Orient Express La Dolce Vita Routes & Itineraries
Explore rail itineraries of up to 4 nights that reach across the rich tapestry that is modern Italy. Most journeys depart from Rome, currently there are 13 round-trip options along with one way adventures to Venice, Palermo or Istanbul.
Each itinerary offers a different perspective on Italy, from vineyard landscapes and historic cities to dramatic coastlines and Sicily’s cultural heart. Select a journey below to explore route details, inclusions and available departure dates.
Special Edition/Event Itineraries
1 Night Itineraries
2 Night Itineraries
3 Night Itineraries
4 Night Itineraries
Departure Date Schedules
More details for the Orient Express La Dolce Vita
Find out more about the Orient Express La Dolce Vita Train, including the carriages and any special offers.Cabin and Suite Options on board Orient Express La Dolce Vita
Deluxe Cabin
12 Deluxe Cabins on board – 7m2 / 75 sq ft in size.
All deluxe Cabins are sophisticated and warm in decor, with private en suite bathrooms.
In the day, you can enjoy the passing views from the comfort of your cabins sofa, before night falls and the sofa unfolds into a double bed.
Suite
18 Suites on board – 11m2 / 118 sq ft in size.
Master bedrooms (with the option of twin bed configuration), equipped with a sofa, a table, two armchairs and a private bathroom.
The suites are authentic in design. Feel comfort surrounded by shades of orange, terracotta and purple, with precious finishes adding a sense of ‘soul’ to the design.
La Dolce Vita Suite
1 La Dolce Vita Suite on board.
Details coming soon.
Room Service
All cabins and suites feature an ‘in-room call button’ where you can place a room service order directly with your steward. The Room service menu features a delightful array of savory Italian delicacies, including olives, fennel taralli, Italian cheese platters, and breadsticks.
Restaurant on board the Orient Express La Dolce Vita
A sophisticated restaurant and elegant lounge area are on board to be enjoyed by guests at leisure.
The lounge bar and the restaurant best represent typical Italian hospitality and conviviality, with sinuous forms dominating, running the length of the carriage from the bar station and through to the grand piano.
Dining car seating 40 guests (there will be 2 seatings for the onboard meals)
All table d’hôte meals are included onboard, with seasonal and local products
Selected beverages are included with premium brands available at additional cost.
The Lounge on board Orient Express La Dolce Vita
A warm and friendly space on board to raise a glass and enjoy the company of your fellow passengers.
The Lounge is the ideal setting to enjoy traditional Italian Aperitivo, a sublime buffet of antipasti, signature cocktails and Limoncello.
Groups & Train Charter
Charter part of or the entire train for an Italian adventure with friends, family or colleagues.
Accommodating and catering for 62 guests, choose the Orient Express La Dolce Vita for an event, meeting, wedding or anniversary – anything is possible and our groups team can work with you to customize your journey and requirements.
