Overview
This two-day journey departs from Venice in the evening, tracing a scenic route through central Italy.
Itinerary
Your Itinerary
VENICE
Your journey begins with a private transfer to Venezia Santa Lucia Station.
As the sun dips low, a Venetian water taxi whisks you to the platform where La Dolce Vita Orient Express awaits.At 6:30pm, the train slowly pulls away from the shimmering canals, carrying you into the heart of Italy. Settle into your cabin, relax, and let the magic of the journey unfold.Dinner is served in the elegant Restaurant Car – a carefully crafted menu by Chef Heinz Beck that brings fresh, seasonal Italian flavors to life.Later, the lounge comes to life with live music.
ROME & SIENA
Embark on a unique journey into the heart of Siena, where art, history, and tradition intertwine in a truly unforgettable experience.Your day begins with a private visit to an ancient palazzo, opened exclusively for you. As you explore its frescoed halls and period furnishings, the legacy of one of Siena’s most noble families comes vividly to life.
The visit culminates in a private toast hosted by the palace’s owner, offering you a rare view over Piazza del Campo from above—a moment of quiet grandeur and timeless beauty.Next, delve into the captivating world of medieval gold-leaf painting.
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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: Venice to Rome
La Dolce Vita Orient Express: Venice to Rome
La Dolce Vita Orient Express: Venice to Rome
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From $4,341 per person (double occupancy, USD) — live dates and rates are in the Book This Tour section above.
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