Europe by Luxury Rail
The Orient-Express, the Alps and the Italian lakes
London or Paris to Venice on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express — one night in a private cabin with dinner and breakfast — then Lake Como or Florence for several nights. The journey to Venice is the experience; the destination frames it.
The Orient-Express is one of those experiences that does not disappoint in the way many iconic things do. The dining car, the suite, the passing landscape — it is genuinely atmospheric. Combining it with Lake Como adds several days of quiet beauty after the drama of the journey.
London St Pancras → (VSOE overnight train) → Venice (1 night) → Lake Como (3–4 nights) → Milan departure
The train itself is unhurried by nature. We recommend not over-programming the Lake Como days — the lake rewards those who simply sit with it.
Couples celebrating milestones. Architecture and design enthusiasts. Those who want to travel with a sense of occasion.
Venice: Aman Venice or Cipriani. Lake Como: Villa d'Este or Grand Hotel Tremezzo.
The Orient-Express books out quickly — particularly the private suites. We recommend planning this journey 6 to 9 months in advance. The experience genuinely lives up to its reputation.
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