This exclusive journey on the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express takes you from London to medieval Prague. Experience a golden era of travel on one of world's most famous trains, joining the iconic blue carriages of the Venice-Simplon-Orient-Express in Calais to enjoy what is a rail journey of a lifetime. Travelling across the heart of alpine Europe, it all comes complete with white-glove service and multi-course fine dining inspired by the route and served in the elegant restaurant car. You'll wrap things up with a luxury stay amongst the Gothic architecture and cobbled streets of Prague.
You'll begin your journey with a Eurostar hop across the Channel to Lille and a transfer on to Calais where you'll catch sight of the historic blue-and-gold Venice Simplon-Orient-Express carriages. Stepping onboard, your personal steward will be waiting to show you to your oak-panelled cabin or spectacular Grand Suite.
Marvel at the Art Deco and marquetry of the painstakingly-restored train before you prepare for dinner, then perhaps enjoy a glass of champagne in the bar car as you mingle with your fellow guests, accompanied by the sophisticated hum of the train's resident pianist. Then, enjoy a sumptuous four-course dinner, sampling the likes of fillet of beef with black truffle béarnaise and Brittany lobster, finishing with a wonderful array of cheeses. Hunker down for the night in your cabin, which will have been cosily transformed into a sleeping area, as you traverse toward Prague.
Lunch & Dinner included
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Cote D'Azur Dining Car, Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Bar, Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
This morning, enjoy a leisurely breakfast served directly to your cabin by your personal steward as the rolling Czech countryside whips past your window. Perhaps read a book or take a stroll through the train before a three-course lunch in the restaurant carriage. This afternoon you'll arrive at the Praha-Smíchov station in Prague, aptly nicknamed the City of a Hundred Spires. Your accommodation for the evening is a 16th-century spa hotel in the historical centre, mere steps away from Prague Castle.
Stay: The Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa (Deluxe)
Breakfast & Lunch included
Church of Our Lady, Prague
Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa
Prague
You have a full day to get to know Prague, and from your central location, you're well placed to set out on foot and explore its cobbled streets. You'll see colourful baroque buildings, ancient Gothic churches and centuries-old bridges, including Charles Bridge, dating back to 1402. There are also plenty of trendy cafes, microbreweries and bars lining the pavements, as well as sleek art galleries and the charming Astronomical Clock, which delivers an animated hourly show. Back at your hotel, perhaps visit the Ecsotica Spa & Health Club for a relaxing treatment or bathing ritual.
Stay: The Alchymist Grand Hotel & Spa (Deluxe)
Breakfast included
Charles Bridge, Prague
Take your included transfer from your hotel to Berlin airport for your flight back to the UK.
Breakfast included
"Long associated with the exoticism of Istanbul and the indulgences of Venice, this unique itinerary offers something altogether different. Along with the classic bar car and the multi-course fineries of the train, you'll also enjoy the sheer heritage of the medieval city of Prague and the stunning Czech countryside."
Andy Austen
Destination Specialist
Year Round from: £3,250 pp
Valid for travel:
2022 : The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
operates from London to Prague (via Paris) on 06 Oct 2022, and from Prague to London (via Paris on 08 Oct 2022)
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