Orient-Express from Venice
Travel to Venice, where you spend 3 nights exploring this magical city. Return to London in style with an overnight trip on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express through the Swiss Alps, rolling French countryside and via Paris.
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This holiday is a special offer - saving up to £565pp (based on previous selling price of £1864pp) book this fantastic offer by 24th March 2010!
Holidays can be tailor-made for you to include different hotels, lengths of stay, departure dates and additional cities. Please call for details.
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| 4 Night Deluxe Holiday By Air + Rail | from £1299 | |
| 5 Night Deluxe Holiday By Rail | from £1579 |
Itinerary - 4 Night Deluxe Holiday By Air + Rail
Day 1 - London to Venice
Fly with British Airways from London to Venice in Euro Traveller Class.
Days 1-4 - Venice
Arrive in Venice, and check in for a 3 night stay at the Palazzo Giovanelli Venice.
The Palazzo Giovanelli Hotel in Venice is a brand new hotel but is set in a 15th century palace, and has 41 comfortable bedrooms. It is a quirky hotel as each bedroom is different and blends modernity and history in a unique style. The hotel overlooks the Grand Canal, and is next to the San Stae Church and Vaporetto stop.
Day 4-5 - Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
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, before you enjoy a three-course lunch as you gaze at the beautiful passing scenery of the Italian Dolomites, the Austrian and Swiss Alps. Afternoon tea is served in your compartment. A four-course dinner is served in the evening.
The next morning breakfast is served in your compartment before train pulls into Paris Gare de l’Est and halts for 40 minutes, a delicious brunch is served in the restaurant cars as you travel on towards the French coast for the Channel crossing.
Join the cream and umber carriages of the British Pullman for the journey to London. A traditional English afternoon tea accompanied by a glass of champagne is served to you at your table and you watch the gentle scenery of Kent pass by. Suddenly, you are drawing into London Victoria station.
Zurich
For passengers travelling by train to Venice, Zurich is a perfect overnight city stop for travellers going by train through the Swiss Alps. Explore the charming old town area, shop along the famous Bahnhofstrasse, or relax in a bar in the vibrant Niederdorf area.
Venice
Venice with its unique atmosphere offers unforgettable experiences from the opulent Doge's Palace to the bustling Grand Canal. Hop on a vaporetti (Venice's water taxis) to discover the canals, and see the classic Palazzos, or explore on foot the tiny streets and beautiful bridges.
Cabins
Travelling in private cabins impeccably restored to their former glory, passengers are assured of a truly unique travel experience complemented by the very best personal service.
Each cabin has an original washbasin cabinet with hot and cold water, and at night-time becomes a comfortable bedroom, with soft towels and crisp linen. Double Cabins feature a single cabin room, whilst our Cabin Suites feature the ultimate luxury of two inter-connecting cabins. Toilet facilities are available in each carriage, luxuriously appointed and maintained to the highest standards by our stewards.
Dining
All dishes are freshly prepared on the train by skilled French chefs. 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. Breakfast and afternoon tea are served to passengers in the comfort of the train's luxury cabins. 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 in advance of your meal.
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express route and departure times:
Departs Venice (Santa Lucia station) at 10:57
Arrives Verona (Porta Nuova station) at 12:32, departs 13:00
Arrives Innsbruck (Hauptbahnhof) at 17:22, departs at 17:46
Arrives Paris (Gare de l'est station) at 08:22, departs at 09:29
Arrives London (Victoria station) at 17:30
Palazzo Giovanelli Venice 
The Palazzo Giovanelli Hotel in Venice is a brand new hotel but is set in a 15th century palace, and has 41 comfortable bedrooms. It is a quirky hotel as each bedroom is different and blends modernity and history in a unique style. The hotel overlooks the Grand Canal, and is next to the San Stae Church and Vaporetto stop.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Lift
- Concierge
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
4 Night Deluxe Holiday By Air + Rail
This package includes flights with British Airways travel from London to Venice, 4* hotel accommodation with breakfast, and Orient-Express train travel from Venice to London. Prices based on 2 people travelling and sharing a twin or double bedroom.
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More dates and prices available – please call for details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
Terms
Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Holidays including flights are operated by our sister company Travel Definitions Limited which is ATOL protected, number 9040.
Itinerary - 5 Night Deluxe Holiday By Rail
Day 1 - London to Venice
Travel from London to Paris by Eurostar, before transferring onto the train to Zurich. On arrival check-in for 1 night at the Schweizerhof Hotel.
The Schweizerhof Hotel in Zurich is a traditional family-run hotel, with 115 comfortable and elegant bedrooms. Guests are provided with a butler service on arrival (Monday to Friday), a welcome cocktail at the bar and fresh fruit in their bedroom. The hotel has a French restaurant, a bustling café, and guests enjoy a champagne American style buffet breakfast. The hotel is opposite the main railway station, on the famous "Bahnhofstrasse".
Day 2 - Zurich to Venice
Day 2 take the train from Zurich through the Swiss Alps along the Gotthard Pass, look out for glimpses of Lake Lugano on the Swiss border with Italy. The train travels down to Milan before travelling to Venice (keep an eye out for views over Lake Como and Garda along the way).
Days 2-5 - Venice
Arrive in Venice, and check in for a 3 night stay at the Palazzo Giovanelli Venice.
The Palazzo Giovanelli Hotel in Venice is a brand new hotel but is set in a 15th century palace, and has 41 comfortable bedrooms. It is a quirky hotel as each bedroom is different and blends modernity and history in a unique style. The hotel overlooks the Grand Canal, and is next to the San Stae Church and Vaporetto stop.
Day 5-6 - Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
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, before you enjoy a three-course lunch as you gaze at the beautiful passing scenery of the Italian Dolomites, the Austrian and Swiss Alps. Afternoon tea is served in your compartment. A four-course dinner is served in the evening.
The next morning breakfast is served in your compartment before train pulls into Paris Gare de l’Est and halts for 40 minutes, a delicious brunch is served in the restaurant cars as you travel on towards the French coast for the Channel crossing.
Join the cream and umber carriages of the British Pullman for the journey to London. A traditional English afternoon tea accompanied by a glass of champagne is served to you at your table and you watch the gentle scenery of Kent pass by. Suddenly, you are drawing into London Victoria station.
Zurich
For passengers travelling by train to Venice, Zurich is a perfect overnight city stop for travellers going by train through the Swiss Alps. Explore the charming old town area, shop along the famous Bahnhofstrasse, or relax in a bar in the vibrant Niederdorf area.
Venice
Venice with its unique atmosphere offers unforgettable experiences from the opulent Doge's Palace to the bustling Grand Canal. Hop on a vaporetti (Venice's water taxis) to discover the canals, and see the classic Palazzos, or explore on foot the tiny streets and beautiful bridges.
Cabins
Travelling in private cabins impeccably restored to their former glory, passengers are assured of a truly unique travel experience complemented by the very best personal service.
Each cabin has an original washbasin cabinet with hot and cold water, and at night-time becomes a comfortable bedroom, with soft towels and crisp linen. Double Cabins feature a single cabin room, whilst our Cabin Suites feature the ultimate luxury of two inter-connecting cabins. Toilet facilities are available in each carriage, luxuriously appointed and maintained to the highest standards by our stewards.
Dining
All dishes are freshly prepared on the train by skilled French chefs. 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. Breakfast and afternoon tea are served to passengers in the comfort of the train's luxury cabins. 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 in advance of your meal.
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express route and departure times:
Departs Venice (Santa Lucia station) at 10:57
Arrives Verona (Porta Nuova station) at 12:32, departs 13:00
Arrives Innsbruck (Hauptbahnhof) at 17:22, departs at 17:46
Arrives Paris (Gare de l'est station) at 08:22, departs at 09:29
Arrives London (Victoria station) at 17:30
Schweizerhof Hotel 
The Schweizerhof Hotel in Zurich is a traditional family-run hotel, with 115 comfortable and elegant bedrooms. Guests are provided with a butler service on arrival (Monday to Friday), a welcome cocktail at the bar and fresh fruit in their bedroom. The hotel has a French restaurant, a bustling café, and guests enjoy a champagne American style buffet breakfast. The hotel is opposite the main railway station, on the famous "Bahnhofstrasse".
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Bar
- Restaurant
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Trouser Press
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Palazzo Giovanelli Venice 
The Palazzo Giovanelli Hotel in Venice is a brand new hotel but is set in a 15th century palace, and has 41 comfortable bedrooms. It is a quirky hotel as each bedroom is different and blends modernity and history in a unique style. The hotel overlooks the Grand Canal, and is next to the San Stae Church and Vaporetto stop.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Lift
- Concierge
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Schweizerhof Hotel
“ Just opposite the main station this hotel offers a high level of service and comfortable well maintained rooms - watch out for the electronic bed! ”
The Railbooker - Jan 2008
“ A high quality hotel with an excellent restaurant and comfortable, spacious rooms, this hotel's location opposite the main train station makes it perfect for either a stopover on route to Italy or a short break in Switzerland. ”
Matthew - Mar 2008
“ A Railbookers favourite - everyone who stays here says it is the highlight of their trip! ”
Richard - Feb 2010
Palazzo Giovanelli Venice
“ Old meets new in this contemporary hitorical hotel. Great position on Grand canal - a real winner! ”
Richard - Mar 2010
5 Night Deluxe Holiday By Rail
This package includes Eurostar travel from London to Paris, onward train travel from Paris to Zurich, overnight hotel accommodation with breakfast in Zurich, train travel from Zurich to Venice, 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Venice, and Orient-Express train travel from Venice to London. Prices based on 2 people travelling and sharing a twin or double bedroom.
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More dates and prices available – please call for details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
Terms
Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats. Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Holidays including flights are operated by our sister company Travel Definitions Limited which is ATOL protected, number 9040.
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“ Old meets new in this contemporary hitorical hotel. Great position on Grand canal - a real winner! ”
Richard - Mar 2010