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| 8 days / 7 nights (1 night on board the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express) Spend two nights in Rome, Italy’s magical city before boarding your train to spend one night in Venice. Then embark on the blue and gold carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in Venice and enjoy your day on board as the train travels through the beautiful scenery of the Italian Dolomites and the Swiss Alps. Spend overnight on board as the train travels through France, before arriving in Paris. |
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| Sample Itinerary (8 days / 7 nights) Day One: Home City-Rome Flight from your home city to Rome. Day Two: Rome Arrive in Rome and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Rome. Day Three: Rome Full day to explore Rome, including the Colosseum, the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain. Overnight in Rome. Day Four: Rome-Venice Travel by train from Rome to Venice. Overnight in Venice. |
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Day Five: Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Board the splendid Wagons-Lits carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express at Venice Santa Lucia station. Your steward will show you to your private compartment and will attend to you throughout your journey. After you have settled in it will soon be time to enjoy a three-course lunch in one of the beautifully restored restaurant cars. Spend the afternoon relaxing in the comfort of your compartment gazing at the beautiful passing scenery of the Italian Dolomites and the Swiss Alps, or chatting with fellow travellers in the Bar Car. Afternoon tea is served in your compartment.
Time for dinner. Although not a prerequisite, black-tie certainly adds to the sense of occasion and atmosphere on board. Sip an aperitif in the Bar Car, listening to the sounds of the baby grand piano before taking your seat in another of the magnificent restaurant cars. A leisurely four-course dinner is served, prepared on board by the skilled French chefs. After dinner you may want to linger in the Bar and when you are ready, retire to your compartment which has now been transformed into a cozy bedroom. Overnight on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
Day Six: Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Breakfast is served in your compartment by your steward at a time to suit you. The train pulls into Paris Gare de l'Est where you disembark. Transfer on your own to the hotel.
Overnight in Paris.
Day Seven: Paris
Full day to explore Paris, including the Louvre, Eiffel Tower and Centre Georges Pompidou.
Overnight in Paris.
Day Eight: Paris-Home City
Transfer from your hotel to the airport for the return flight home.
Note: The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express route is subject to change without prior warning due to last minute railway engineering works or similar.
City Sprint Vacations™ offers
a range of four and five-star hotels in Rome, Venice and Paris.
Please contact us for details.
Please contact us for details.
Package Includes:
• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Rome
• Transfer from Rome Fiumicino Airport to your hotel
• Train from Rome to Venice (first class)
• 1 night hotel accommodation in Venice
• 1 night on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Venice to Paris
• Meals on board the train
• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Paris
• Transfer from your hotel to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Note:
Competitive international airfares can be arranged. Please contact us for details.
• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Rome
• Transfer from Rome Fiumicino Airport to your hotel
• Train from Rome to Venice (first class)
• 1 night hotel accommodation in Venice
• 1 night on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Venice to Paris
• Meals on board the train
• 2 nights hotel accommodation in Paris
• Transfer from your hotel to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Note:
Competitive international airfares can be arranged. Please contact us for details.
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Are all my meals included?
Yes. Table d'hôte meals are included in your fare. Continental breakfast and afternoon tea are served in your own compartment, while lunch and dinner are enjoyed in the sumptuous surroundings of the dining cars.
The gourmet meals and discreet service are all part of the Orient-Express experience. An à la carte menu is available for lunch and dinner, and there is a 24 hour compartment service for light snacks and refreshments. These are at an additional cost and paid for at the time of ordering.
Passengers departing from London on the British Pullman train are served lunch, together with a complimentary glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine. Passengers ending their journey in London will be served afternoon tea on board the British Pullman.
Are drinks included in the price?
Passengers departing from London are served lunch on the British Pullman train, together with a complimentary glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine. On board the continental train drinks are not included in the fare and may be purchased at an additional cost.
Will I need to tip the Orient-Express staff?
Any gratuities you wish to give are entirely at your discretion.
Is this the original Orient-Express?
Yes. These are the original carriages dating from the 1920s, the hey day of luxury train travel. Original designs and marquetry have been restored by craftsmen with minute attention to detail. In 1982 some £11 million was spent carrying out these refurbishments. As well as being restored to its former glory, the refurbishment also ensured the safety of passengers and the smooth running of the train.
Will there be room in my compartment for all my luggage?
No, probably not. It is strongly advised that you only take into your compartment, one or two light cases packed with everything you need for your journey on board. All extra luggage can be checked in at the start of your journey where it will not be accessible until you reach your destination.
What do I take to wear on the Orient-Express?
You can never be overdressed on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. The historic decor of the train and its atmosphere encourages everyone to dress to suit the occasion. Dinner provides you with a marvellous opportunity to recreate the style and glamour of a bygone age. For evening dinner many travellers will wear black tie or evening dress. At least as a consideration for your fellow passengers you will need to meet our minimum requirements of a suit and tie for gentlemen and an equivalent standard for ladies. During the day "casual but smart" is the rule. At lunch for instance, gentlemen might wear jacket and tie. At no time during your journey will jeans be acceptable. If you are travelling as a day time passenger only, for example from London to Paris, we realise it will not normally be possible for you to change for dinner. However it will be appreciated if you can dress according to our minimum standards.
Are there showers on board the Orient-Express?
No. These are the original 1920s carriages and as such do not have all the modern amenities such as showers. Each cabin contains a wash basin with hot and cold water.
What currency do I need on board the Orient-Express?
On the Orient-Express prices are quoted in Euros, it is recommended that passengers have a small amount of Euros for on board purchases. Most major currencies are accepted, as well as travellers' cheques, Eurocheques, and major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB). The exchange rate on board is displayed in the Bar Car.
What sort of service can I expect on board the Orient-Express?
In short, dedicated. Your Cabin Steward is responsible for your carriage on the Continental train. He will be available at all times and may be called by the bell in your compartment. He will take care of your passport during the journey, change your compartment from day to night configuration and serve your breakfast, afternoon tea and other refreshments as required. The Maitre D' will come to your compartment to take your lunch and dinner reservations. The Train Manager is on hand throughout the journey to help with any queries.
Are all my meals included?
Yes. Table d'hôte meals are included in your fare. Continental breakfast and afternoon tea are served in your own compartment, while lunch and dinner are enjoyed in the sumptuous surroundings of the dining cars.
The gourmet meals and discreet service are all part of the Orient-Express experience. An à la carte menu is available for lunch and dinner, and there is a 24 hour compartment service for light snacks and refreshments. These are at an additional cost and paid for at the time of ordering.
Passengers departing from London on the British Pullman train are served lunch, together with a complimentary glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine. Passengers ending their journey in London will be served afternoon tea on board the British Pullman.
Are drinks included in the price?
Passengers departing from London are served lunch on the British Pullman train, together with a complimentary glass of champagne and half a bottle of wine. On board the continental train drinks are not included in the fare and may be purchased at an additional cost.
Will I need to tip the Orient-Express staff?
Any gratuities you wish to give are entirely at your discretion.
Is this the original Orient-Express?
Yes. These are the original carriages dating from the 1920s, the hey day of luxury train travel. Original designs and marquetry have been restored by craftsmen with minute attention to detail. In 1982 some £11 million was spent carrying out these refurbishments. As well as being restored to its former glory, the refurbishment also ensured the safety of passengers and the smooth running of the train.
Will there be room in my compartment for all my luggage?
No, probably not. It is strongly advised that you only take into your compartment, one or two light cases packed with everything you need for your journey on board. All extra luggage can be checked in at the start of your journey where it will not be accessible until you reach your destination.
What do I take to wear on the Orient-Express?
You can never be overdressed on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. The historic decor of the train and its atmosphere encourages everyone to dress to suit the occasion. Dinner provides you with a marvellous opportunity to recreate the style and glamour of a bygone age. For evening dinner many travellers will wear black tie or evening dress. At least as a consideration for your fellow passengers you will need to meet our minimum requirements of a suit and tie for gentlemen and an equivalent standard for ladies. During the day "casual but smart" is the rule. At lunch for instance, gentlemen might wear jacket and tie. At no time during your journey will jeans be acceptable. If you are travelling as a day time passenger only, for example from London to Paris, we realise it will not normally be possible for you to change for dinner. However it will be appreciated if you can dress according to our minimum standards.
Are there showers on board the Orient-Express?
No. These are the original 1920s carriages and as such do not have all the modern amenities such as showers. Each cabin contains a wash basin with hot and cold water.
What currency do I need on board the Orient-Express?
On the Orient-Express prices are quoted in Euros, it is recommended that passengers have a small amount of Euros for on board purchases. Most major currencies are accepted, as well as travellers' cheques, Eurocheques, and major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB). The exchange rate on board is displayed in the Bar Car.
What sort of service can I expect on board the Orient-Express?
In short, dedicated. Your Cabin Steward is responsible for your carriage on the Continental train. He will be available at all times and may be called by the bell in your compartment. He will take care of your passport during the journey, change your compartment from day to night configuration and serve your breakfast, afternoon tea and other refreshments as required. The Maitre D' will come to your compartment to take your lunch and dinner reservations. The Train Manager is on hand throughout the journey to help with any queries.
Facilities
Step aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and you step back into a more gracious, elegant age.
Your personal steward, instantly available to attend your every comfort, will show you to your compartment of gleaming wood, polished brass, soft towels and crisp linen. Your comfortable compartment is a restful retreat offering panoramic views of ever changing landscapes.
Your meals on board will be unforgettable. Set the tone with a visit to the Bar Car, famous for its delicious cocktails and welcoming atmosphere. Then on to one of the three dining cars, softly muted lighting enhances the mood while fine linen, French silverware and heavy crystal invite you to prepare for a meal to remember.
Dining
Meals on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express are an unforgettable delight. All dishes are freshly prepared onboard by French chefs, with the finest supplies taken on board during the train's journey.
Lunch, dinner and brunch are served by the Italian waiters in one of the three individually styled Restaurant Cars: Lalique, Etoile du Nord or Chinoise and breakfast and afternoon tea are served in passengers' compartments.
Table d'hôte meals are included in the fare, while an à la carte menu and 24-hour compartment service is available additionally. The Maitre D' will come to your cabin to take your lunch and dinner reservations.
Step aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and you step back into a more gracious, elegant age.
Your personal steward, instantly available to attend your every comfort, will show you to your compartment of gleaming wood, polished brass, soft towels and crisp linen. Your comfortable compartment is a restful retreat offering panoramic views of ever changing landscapes.
Your meals on board will be unforgettable. Set the tone with a visit to the Bar Car, famous for its delicious cocktails and welcoming atmosphere. Then on to one of the three dining cars, softly muted lighting enhances the mood while fine linen, French silverware and heavy crystal invite you to prepare for a meal to remember.
Dining
Meals on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express are an unforgettable delight. All dishes are freshly prepared onboard by French chefs, with the finest supplies taken on board during the train's journey.
Lunch, dinner and brunch are served by the Italian waiters in one of the three individually styled Restaurant Cars: Lalique, Etoile du Nord or Chinoise and breakfast and afternoon tea are served in passengers' compartments.
Table d'hôte meals are included in the fare, while an à la carte menu and 24-hour compartment service is available additionally. The Maitre D' will come to your cabin to take your lunch and dinner reservations.
Travelling in private compartments, passengers are attended by Cabin Stewards throughout the journey, and are assured of attentive yet discreet service. Each compartment has its own original washbasin cabinet with hot and cold water, and at night-time becomes a comfortable bedroom, complete with soft towels and crisp linen. Passengers may select from two types of compartment: Double and Single. Cabins convert in moments from daytime seating to a comfortable bedroom.
Double Compartment
A private lounge during the day with a banquette sofa, footstool and small table converts to night configuration with an upper and lower bed. A washbasin with hot and cold water is enclosed in a cabinet and towels and toiletries are provided.
Facilities include 24-hour steward service called by a bell, international electric sockets (230 volts) and 115 volt socket for razors, individually controlled radiators supply heating. Some compartments are fitted with a personal safe. Overhead luggage racks are provided for the storage of a limited amount of luggage and two coat hooks and two hangers for hanging up clothes.
Note:
Toilets are located at the end of each car.
There is no shower on board the train.
Double Compartment
A private lounge during the day with a banquette sofa, footstool and small table converts to night configuration with an upper and lower bed. A washbasin with hot and cold water is enclosed in a cabinet and towels and toiletries are provided.
Facilities include 24-hour steward service called by a bell, international electric sockets (230 volts) and 115 volt socket for razors, individually controlled radiators supply heating. Some compartments are fitted with a personal safe. Overhead luggage racks are provided for the storage of a limited amount of luggage and two coat hooks and two hangers for hanging up clothes.
Note:
Toilets are located at the end of each car.
There is no shower on board the train.
2008 Dates
2008 Prices
Tour Prices:
Prices range from $4,295.00 to $6,295.00 per person (based on double occupancy) depending on your departure date and accommodation.
International airfare is additional.
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2008 Prices
Tour Prices:
Prices range from $4,295.00 to $6,295.00 per person (based on double occupancy) depending on your departure date and accommodation.
International airfare is additional.
