Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, London to Venice

When travelling from London, your journey starts at London Victoria and your holiday begins the moment you step off the platform and board the gleaming carriages of the Belmond British Pullman. The Belmond British Pullman takes you to Folkestone where you will board a coach for your channel crossing on the Eurotunnel shuttle. In Calais you board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for the journey of a lifetime. Alternatively, choose to start your journey in Venice and travel to London.

Whichever itinerary you choose, sumptuous cuisine and attentive personal service make a journey on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, or simply to enjoy an extra special holiday.

Tour departures

2020 departure dates

London - Venice

March: 22, 29
April: 02, 09, 16, 19, 23, 30
May: 14,17, 21, 24, 31
June: 04, 07, 14, 18, 25, 28
July: 02, 09, 16, 23
August: 06, 13, 20
September: 10, 17, 20, 27
October: 08, 11, 18, 22, 25
November: 05,12

Venice – London

March: 21,28
April: 01, 08, 15, 18, 22, 29
May: 13, 16, 20, 23
June: 03, 06, 10, 17, 24, 27
July: 01, 08, 15, 22
August: 05,12, 19, 25
September: 16, 20, 23, 27
October: 04, 11, 18, 21, 25
November: 01, 04, 11

At a glance

Unforgettable one-night stay on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Delicious four-course meal included
Optional departure from London or Venice

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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : London - Venice

Start the journey with brunch on the Belmond British Pullman. When boarding the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express enjoy a champagne welcome whilst taking in the breathtaking scenery. Later enjoy a delicious four-course dinner and overnight stay on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.

Points of interest:

St. Mark's Square

Accommodation

Hotel Londra Palace

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Hotel Savoia and Jolanda

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Belmond Hotel Cipriani

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Day 2 - 6 : Venice

Wake up the next morning and enjoy a continental breakfast in your cabin whilst taking in the mountain views. Later, a delightful three-course lunch will be served. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing and enjoying the selection of Pastries served in your cabin, before arriving into Venice. Spend the next couple of days at a hotel of your choice and enjoy the splendor of Venice before returning home.

Points of interest:

Rialto Bridge

Accommodation

Hotel Londra Palace

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Hotel Savoia and Jolanda

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Belmond Hotel Cipriani

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6 days from £3,299 per person

Practical Information

Flight Information

Direct flights to Venice Marco Polo airport (VCE) are available from Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds Bradford, London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, Manchester, Newcastle and Southend and take approximately 2 hours. Transfers from the airport are by water taxi or water bus and take approximately 40 minutes to reach the centre of Venice.

Direct flights to Venice Treviso airport (TSF) depart from London Stansted, Leeds Bradford, Bristol and East Midlands and take approximately 2 hours.

Visa Information

At the current time, British citizens do not require a visa to visit Italy.

Tipping

You don’t have to leave a tip in Italy – most Italians don’t tip for restaurant meals, bar drinks, taxi rides or hair and beauty treatments. However if you do leave a tip, you might receive quicker service.