Venice Simplon-Orient-Express – Verona to Paris
Luxury overnight train from Verona Porta Nuova to Paris Gare d’Austerlitz
Depart Verona Porta Nuova / Arrive Paris Gare d’Austerlitz
The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Verona to Paris is a classic overnight luxury rail journey from northern Italy to France aboard beautifully restored 1920s carriages.
Depart Verona in the early afternoon and travel overnight towards Paris, enjoying fine dining, attentive steward service, vintage cabins and the unmistakable glamour of one of Europe’s most iconic trains.
This route is ideal as the finale to an Italian holiday, especially for guests wishing to combine Verona, Lake Garda or the Arena di Verona Opera Festival with a luxurious return journey to Paris and onward travel to London by Eurostar.
Mulberry Travel can arrange train-only journeys or fully inclusive packages with Verona hotels, Arena di Verona opera tickets, private transfers, Paris accommodation, Eurostar and flights.
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.
- Verona to Paris 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 from Italy to France
- Onward travel to London 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 £3,530pp
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- Detailed Itinerary
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- Optional onward travel to London via Eurostar
- 1 night aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
- Day 1 – Depart Verona Porta Nuova around 12:55*
- Day 2 – Arrive Paris Gare d’Austerlitz around 13:00*
- Ideal after a Verona, Lake Garda or Arena di Verona Opera Festival stay
How the Verona to Paris Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Journey Works
The journey begins at Verona Porta Nuova, where you board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in the early afternoon. After settling into your private cabin, enjoy lunch, afternoon service, a four-course dinner, overnight accommodation onboard and breakfast in your cabin before arriving in Paris the following day.
Verona to Paris 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 Verona hotels, opera tickets, private transfers, Paris hotels, Eurostar and flights.
Day One: Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in Verona
- Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express at Verona Porta Nuova station.
- Settle into your private cabin as the train begins its journey from Italy towards France.
- Enjoy a three-course lunch served in one of the restored restaurant cars.
- Spend the afternoon relaxing in your cabin or enjoying the atmosphere of the Bar Car.
- As evening falls, dress for dinner and sit down to a four-course meal prepared by the onboard chefs.
- After dinner, return to your cabin, now transformed into a cosy bedroom by your steward.
Day Two: Arrive in Paris
- Continental breakfast is served in your cabin at a time to suit you.
- Spend the morning relaxing onboard as the train continues through France.
- Arrive at Paris Gare d’Austerlitz around lunchtime.
- Continue your journey to London by Eurostar or extend your stay in Paris.
Before your journey 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 spend two or more nights in Verona before boarding the train, with options including the 5-star Due Torri Hotel and other centrally located properties.
How this journey fits into a luxury holiday
The Verona to Paris Venice Simplon-Orient-Express route is often booked as the grand finale to an Italian itinerary. It pairs especially well with the Arena di Verona Opera Festival, Lake Garda, Venice, Tuscany or a wider luxury rail holiday through Italy.
Combine Verona to Paris with the Arena di Verona Opera Festival
The Verona to Paris route is the perfect way to end a Verona Opera holiday, following a stay in the city and an evening performance at the Arena di Verona.
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.
