Overview
Travel from Palermo to Rome on a one-way journey that begins with the beauty of Sicily.
Itinerary
Your Itinerary
TAORMINA
At 10:30 AM, the train departs from Palermo Centrale, tracing the island’s rugged coastline as Sicily’s landscapes unfold outside your window.Lunch is served on board: a celebration of Italian culinary heritage reimagined by 3-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck, crafted from seasonal ingredients that echo the regions you traverse.In the afternoon, the train arrives at Taormina station.
Local hosts greet you on the platform and accompany you to the heart of this charming town.
NAPLES
Wake up to the gentle rhythm of the train and enjoy breakfast in your cabin or in the elegant Restaurant Car.In the morning, the train gets dismantled and carried onto a ferry: from the deck you can experience the breathtaking passage across the Strait of Messina, where sparkling waters dramatically divide island and mainland.Lunch is served on board, featuring a refined menu by Chef Heinz Beck, inspired by the flavors of southern Italy and the freshest seasonal ingredients.In the early evening, the train arrives at Naples.
Local hosts welcome you and accompany you to the vibrant heart of the city.
ROME
Embark on a curated journey through two of Sicily’s most evocative destinations: Castelmola and Taormina where history, beauty, and flavor converge in an immersive celebration of local culture.
Your day begins in Castelmola, a tranquil hilltop village suspended above the Ionian coast. Rich in character and charm, its cobbled alleys, medieval churches, and panoramic terraces reveal the quiet soul of authentic Sicily.
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Terms & Conditions
Booking & Payment
- Deposit: 15% of the fare is due at the time of booking.
- Final payment: the balance is due no less than 65 days before departure (the operator requires full payment 60 days out).
- Fares are per person in EUR unless stated otherwise.
Cancellation
Per the operator's current General Conditions of Sale (La Dolce Vita Orient Express, April 2026), cancellation charges as a percentage of the total fare are:
- 61 days or more before departure: 15% (the deposit)
- 60 to 31 days before departure: 50%
- 30 days or less before departure: 100%
Changes
- One change of date or itinerary is free of charge; each further change is EUR 200.
- Less than 30 days before departure, a change of date or itinerary is treated as a cancellation.
- Name changes/transfers are subject to the actual costs of transfer and are not permitted within 30 days of departure.
Operator cancellation
The operator may cancel a departure if train occupancy is below 20% (notified at least 90 days before departure) or in exceptional and unavoidable circumstances; in that case all payments are refunded in full within 14 days.
The operator's complete General Conditions of Sale are provided with your booking confirmation and prevail in case of any difference.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Accommodation on board in your selected cabin category
- All meals on board - breakfast, lunch and dinner with menus curated by three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck
- Selected beverages on board, including wines paired with meals
- Off-train excursions and experiences as described in the itinerary
- Live entertainment in the Bar Car
- Dedicated cabin steward service
Not included
- Travel to the departure city and from the arrival city
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Anything not expressly listed in the itinerary
Travel tips and FAQs for this tour will be provided upon booking.
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La Dolce Vita Orient Express: Sicily to Rome via Naples
La Dolce Vita Orient Express: Sicily to Rome via Naples
La Dolce Vita Orient Express: Sicily to Rome via Naples
La Dolce Vita Orient Express: Sicily to Rome via Naples
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From $7,142 per person (double occupancy, USD) — live dates and rates are in the Book This Tour section above.
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