Overview
Celebrate the New Year with a one-of-a-kind train journey through Italy, connecting the eternal charm of Rome, the effortless Montalcino countryside, and the majestic allure of Venice. Ring in the New Year on rails: a gourmet New Year's Eve dinner curated by three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck, a burlesque performance, elegant toasts and a DJ set that carries the celebration past midnight as the train travels through the night.
Route: Rome - Montalcino - Venice - Rome · Duration: 3 days, 2 nights
La Dolce Vita Orient Express brings back the golden age of Italian travel: 12 Deluxe cabins, 18 Suites and the La Dolce Vita Suite, interiors inspired by the Italian 1960s, an on-board restaurant curated by three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck, and a Bar Car with live music rolling through the night. Palace Tours is pleased to offer the complete collection of La Dolce Vita itineraries.
Itinerary
Your Itinerary
MONTALCINO & ROME
Leaving behind the eternal city of Rome in the morning, your journey leads to the enchanting Tuscany.
In the afternoon, arrive in Montalcino, a charming medieval town renowned for its stunning landscapes and world-famous Brunello wine. Here, our local assistants will be waiting to welcome you.
VENICE
Start the last day of the year with breakfast served either in the privacy of your cabin or in the elegant dining car.In the morning, the train arrives at Venezia Santa Lucia.
As you disembark, our local assistants will welcome you and guide you to a boat transfer through the city’s iconic canals, bringing you directly into the heart of Venice.Enjoy the city at your own pace or opt for curated à la carte experiences: your time in Venice will be filled with the city’s unmistakable charm.
ROME
The first day of the year begins in serenity, with a leisurely breakfast served in the privacy of your cabin or in the elegant restaurant car, as the train approaches the Eternal City.At 11am, the train arrives at Roma Ostiense station.
Upon disembarkation, you will be welcomed into the comfort of the La Dolce Vita Lounge, where you can relax and reflect on the journey just completed.
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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: Whispers at Midnight
La Dolce Vita Orient Express: Whispers at Midnight
La Dolce Vita Orient Express: Whispers at Midnight
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From $10,362 per person (double occupancy, USD) — live dates and rates are in the Book This Tour section above.
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