Venice Simplon-Orient-Express – Paris to Verona
Luxury overnight train from Paris Gare d’Austerlitz to Verona Porta Nuova
The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Paris to Verona is a classic overnight luxury rail journey through France, Switzerland and northern Italy aboard beautifully restored 1920s carriages.
Depart Paris in the afternoon and travel overnight to Verona, enjoying fine dining, attentive steward service, vintage cabins and the unmistakable atmosphere of one of Europe’s most iconic trains.
This route is ideal as the start of a Verona holiday, especially for guests wishing to combine the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express with the Arena di Verona Opera Festival, a stay in the historic city centre, or onward travel through Italy.
Travel from London can be arranged via Eurostar, either on the same day or with one or two nights in Paris before joining the train. Mulberry Travel can arrange train-only journeys or fully inclusive packages with Eurostar, flights, hotels, private transfers and Verona opera tickets.
For a complete rail and opera itinerary, see our Verona Opera & Venice Simplon-Orient-Express package.
*Eurostar, hotels and flights are not included in the guide price unless quoted as part of a tailor-made package.
- Paris to Verona Venice Simplon-Orient-Express journey
- 1 night aboard the train
- Fine dining included onboard
- Authentic vintage cabins, suites and grand suites available
- Classic overnight route into northern Italy
- London travel available via Eurostar
- Available as train-only or fully inclusive package
- Can be combined with Verona hotels and Arena di Verona Opera tickets
Guide Price from £3,885pp
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- Detailed Itinerary
- Verona Opera
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- Optional travel from London via Eurostar
- 1 night aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
- Day 1 – Depart Paris Gare d’Austerlitz around 16:00
- Day 2 – Arrive Verona Porta Nuova around 15:10*
- Ideal for combining with Verona hotels and Arena di Verona Opera Festival tickets
How the Paris to Verona Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Journey Works
The journey begins at Paris Gare d’Austerlitz, where you board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in the afternoon. After settling into your private cabin, enjoy a four-course dinner, overnight accommodation onboard, breakfast in your cabin and lunch the following day before arriving at Verona Porta Nuova.
Paris to Verona Full Train Itinerary & Timetable
Below is the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train itinerary only. Fully inclusive packages are also available and can be tailored to include London travel, Paris hotels, Verona hotels, flights, transfers and opera tickets.
Day One: Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in Paris
- Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express at Paris Gare d’Austerlitz.
- Settle into your private cabin as the train begins its overnight journey towards northern Italy.
- As evening falls, sit down to a four-course dinner prepared by the onboard chefs and served in one of the restored restaurant cars.
- After dinner, visit the Bar Car or return to your cabin, now transformed into a cosy bedroom by your steward.
Day Two: Arrive in Verona
- Wake to mountain scenery as breakfast is served in your cabin at a time to suit you.
- Spend the morning relaxing onboard or enjoying the atmosphere of the Bar Car.
- A leisurely three-course lunch is served before the train approaches Verona.
- Arrive at Verona Porta Nuova station in the afternoon, ready to begin your stay in the city.
Your stay in Verona
Verona is one of northern Italy’s most atmospheric cities, known for its Roman heritage, elegant piazzas, excellent restaurants and summer opera season. Many guests choose to stay at the 5-star Due Torri Hotel or another centrally located hotel before exploring Verona, Lake Garda or the wider Veneto region.
How this journey fits into a luxury holiday
The Paris to Verona Venice Simplon-Orient-Express route is often booked as part of a wider Italian itinerary. It pairs especially well with the Arena di Verona Opera Festival, a Verona city break, Lake Garda, Venice or onward rail travel through Italy.
Combine Paris to Verona with the Arena di Verona Opera Festival
The Paris to Verona route is one of the best ways to begin a Verona Opera holiday, arriving in the city before selected Arena di Verona performances.
The Arena di Verona Opera Festival runs through the Italian summer, with performances including La Traviata, Aida, Nabucco, La Bohème and Turandot on selected dates.
View the full Verona Opera & Venice Simplon-Orient-Express package.
