
La Dolce Vita Orient Express
A new luxury rail experience, La Dolce Vita Orient Express launches in spring 2025 with a range of one and two-night itineraries throughout Italy. From its base in Rome, the train will visit destinations from Venice, Piedmont and Portofino in the north to Siena and the vineyard of Tuscant, and south to Basilicata, Puglia and Sicily.
La Dolce Vita has been designated to evoke the Italian style of the 1950’s and 1960’s, with streamlined decor by Italian designers, including curved mirrors, metallic and lacquered surfaces and geometric prints. There are 31 ensuite private cabins and suites onboard, as well as a stylish dining car and sleek lounge bar with panoramic windows.
We would be delighted to create a tailor-made itinerary which includes the journey of your choice, with flights (or travel by train) to Rome or Sicily, as well as private transfers and accommodation before and after your itinerary.
2025 Journeys


Coast to Coast
2 nights
2 nights
ROME – VENICE – PORTOFINO – ROME
6, 11, 24 April
2, 23, 26 May
7, 13, 20 June
11 July
18 September
5, 18, 25 October
A legendary voyage to uncover the wonders and secrets of Venice. Followed by an exploration of Portofino, a charming village on the Italian Riviera, before returning to Rome, the Eternal City.

Bella Italia
2 nights
2 nights
ROME – VENICE – SIENA – ROME
10, 18 April
8, 29 May
17, 24 June
18, 26 July
3, 23 August
2, 27 September
16 October
A grand expedition unveiling the marvels and mysteries of Venice, followed by an immersion in Siena, a Tuscan gem, before concluding in Rome, the Eternal City.

THE ITALIAN TRANS-SIBERIAN RAILWAY
2 nights
2 nights
ROME – PALENA – MATERA – ROME
13, 19 April
5, 17 May
1, 11 June
17, 24 July
1, 9, 17 August
8, 26 September
16 October
From Rome, set off to discover the splendors of Matera and its UNESCO World Heritage sites.

A Journey Through Italian Wines
1 night
1 night
ROME – MONTALCINO – ROME
4, 28 April
28, 30 May
11, 28 June
14, 16 July
9, 11, 27 August
20, 30 October
In search of the most beautiful hidden treasures in Italy, La Dolce Vita Orient Express beckons you to explore the renowned vineyards in the heart of picturesque Tuscany.

Piedmont – Wine and Truffles
2 nights
2 nights
Dates to be confirmed

SOUTHERN ITALY
3 nights
3 nights
ROME – MARATEA – TAORMINA – PALERMO
1 May
1 June
4 July
3 September
A coastal odyssey to Sicily’s shores, including Taormina and its ancient Greek Theater, and venturing through Maratea, the “City of 44 churches,” with its azure Mediterranean vistas and idyllic beaches.

Discovering The Tyrrhenian Coast
2 nights
2 nights
PALERMO – TAORMINA – MARATEA – ROME
24 May
10 June
13 July
24 September
A journey along the coast of Sicily. From Palermo across the wonders of Maratea, the sea, and spectacular beaches.

The Wonders of Sicily
1 night
1 night
CATANIA – PALERMO – TAORMINA – CATANIA
5, 21 May
5 June
8 July
7, 21 September
From the palaces of Palermo to the treasures of Taormina, a Sicilian adventure that leads straight to the famed Mount Etna.
Accommodation

DELUXE CABIN
The sofa unfolds to a double bed at night, and the ottomans serve as coffee tables and stools.

SUITE CABIN
The suite cabins are presented as master bedrooms with fixed double or twin beds, equipped with a sofa and a table with two armchairs.

LA DOLCE VITA SUITE
Details of this exclusive suite have yet to be announced.

DINING
Breakfast and a table d’hôte dinner with menus inspired by three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck are served in the dining car and an Italian ‘aperitivo’ with antipasti, cocktails and drinks is served in the convivial atmosphere of the lounge bar. Lunches will be served on board the train or in local restaurants: from Tuscan trattorie to a unique cave restaurant in Matera. All meals and selected drinks are included.

EXCURSIONS
Excursions such as wine tasting in Brunello di Montalcino and truffle hunting in Piedmont as well as expert-guided tours of Palermo, Siena and Venice are inlcuded as part of the itinerary onboard La Dolce Vita (excursions vary with each route and may be subject to change).
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We would be delighted to talk about your holiday arrangements over the phone. You can contact us between 8am and 10pm every day (outside of office hours may not be immediate).
01442 879787
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