To embark on a voyage aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train is to become part of its ever-changing history.

As the gleaming carriages arrive into the station and the uniformed steward welcomes guests aboard, they’ll know that the journey of a lifetime has begun.

Though associated with the glamour of the Roaring Twenties, the golden age of travel is still alive and well today. Passengers will savour beautiful surroundings, dine on spectacular cuisine, and connect with like-minded adventurers united in the shared joy of travel.

AT A GLANCE

THE TRAIN - 17 beautifully restored wagon-lit carriages with exquisite marquetry and art-deco flourishes
FEATURES - Three historic Restaurant Cars with authentic period décor, including Lalique glass, lacquer panels, and a recently refurbished Bar Car with a resident pianist
GRAND SUITES - three new private Grand Suites available to guests looking for new heights of luxury
DESTINATIONS - Include London, Paris, Venice, Rome, Prague, Budapest, Innsbruck, Vienna, Berlin and Istanbul



DISCOVER EUROPE

An icon of Art Deco design and an enduring symbol of luxury, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train travels between some of Europe's most iconic cities every year from March to November.

London's architecture alone gives you a sense of the city's great spirit. Here, modern skyscrapers such as The Shard overlook historic sites including the Tower of London and the Houses of Parliament. In the City of Light, the Eiffel Tower casts a magical glow at night. By day, stroll along Paris's beautiful Grands Boulevards and visit sunny pavement cafes.

Vibrant and fabled Istanbul bridges east and west, old and new, while Budapest links two ancient cities across the River Danube. Elegant Prague is as beautiful as it is rich in history. Venice is the continent's most romantic destination, breathtaking in its beauty, from the Grand Canal to St Mark's Square. Grand palaces and pristine parks characterise classical Vienna, Austria's capital. For cutting-edge music and culture, Berlin offers chic sky bars, buzzing galleries and stunning contemporary architecture.

Your voyage of discovery on these storied carriages brings together aspects of Europe's extraordinary lineage with the ultimate in style and comfort.



LIFE ON BOARD

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train is a truly unique set of vintage carriages. It offers an experience that promises to take you not just across Europe, but to another world entirely. With its sumptuous decor, this legendary train draws you into the opulence and elegance of a bygone era.

Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train and you are embarking on an adventure embraced by film stars, royalty and even spies, from Grace Kelly to Lawrence of Arabia. As part of one man's mission to bring the train back to life, the vintage carriages were bought in 1977 and carefully restored for the train's relaunch in 1982. Today, it is still one of the most desirable travel experiences in the world.

Authenticity is everything here, from the ornate original marquetry by the Art Deco master Rene Prou to engraved glass panels by Rene Lalique. The train comprises the original sleeping cars of the 1920s and 30s, along with three Restaurant Cars and the elegant Bar Car '3674', complete with a baby grand piano and a boutique. Evening dress for dinner is an integral part of the glamorous mood on board.

This experience is all about the journey. As you glide through lush countryside and majestic mountains, you will savour every moment.



YOUR CARRIAGE AWAITS

THE CABINS

Passengers can choose from one of the 85 twin cabins or stretch out in a cabin suite, formed of two interconnecting twin cabins with a lower berth bed in each or using one as a living area and the other for sleeping. By day relax on plush banquette seating. Come evening, while you dine, your cabin is transformed into cosy upper and lower berth beds, complete with damask sheets. For those looking for an almost euphoric sense of grandeur, more room and en-suite facilities, the six exquisite Grand Suites offer unbridled indulgence.

DINING

Each of the train's three beautifully restored 1920s Restaurant Cars has its own unique ambience. Côte d'Azur boasts gorgeously detailed Lalique glass panels. Étoile du Nord impresses with its beautiful marquetry, and L'Oriental dazzles in black lacquer. Besides feasting your eyes, you'll be indulged with Belmond's famed cuisine. Each dish is lovingly prepared by Executive Chef Christian Bodiguel, a true culinary master who has honed his craft on the train over three decades. He takes his inspiration from what's seasonal and local, using the finest ingredients selected from the lands the train travels through.

THE BARS

To savour aperitifs and nightcaps, head to Bar Car '3674', where the history of this storied train comes to life. Be serenaded by the resident pianist who plays the sleek onboard baby grand as you sip a signature cocktail. The Guilty 12, which takes its name from the characters in the renowned thriller for which the train was inspiration. Lovers of bubbles adore the Champagne Bar, located in the Côte d'Azur Restaurant Car, with stunning Lalique glassware.

BOUTIQUE

The train offers a curated selection of beautiful gifts at the onboard boutique. The collection features exclusively designed items including elegant jewellery, silk scarves and ties. 

DRESS

Travel back in time to a golden age of glamour where fantasy becomes reality. It's an all-encompassing experience, in which guests are as much a part of the magic as the Art Deco-style carriages. You can never be overdressed on board and many of the guests wear their most glamorous finery. Accordingly, smart daywear is appropriate and while formal evening dress is required, fitting for the most opulent of dinners.


GRAND SUITES

Back in the days of the original Orient Express, the aristocracy was accustomed to buying and customising whole carriages. They created an Art Deco world in which black tie dinners segued into cocktails around the piano. Reflecting this opulent tradition, the six Grand Suites offer a whole new level of luxury. Spread out across an entire cabin and enjoy plush double beds, marble en-suite showers, private dining and free-flowing champagne.

- Grand Suite Paris - 
Reflecting Paris's sophisticated style, this breathtaking suite is accented in tones of jade and cream. With a crystal mirror and gleaming marquetry, this suite is best when bathed in sunlight.

- Grand Suite Istanbul -
Opulence and sensuality encapsulate Istanbul - a city of exquisite art, colour and infinite warmth. In this sumptuous suite, umber hues and delicate details reflect the city's vibrant history.

- Grand Suite Venice - 
Capturing the romance of Venice, this magnificent suite features glass lamps, plush fabrics and and striking furniture which epitomise the Baroque designs of La Serenissima. 

- Grand Suite Vienna - 
Embark on a journey back to imperial Vienna in this suite characterised by rich hues of gold and emerald green. Dark woods are offset with delicate fabrics, evoking an air of romance.

- Grand Suite Prague - 
Set the stage for a memorable journey in this lavish suite inspired by Prague's theatrical history. Ancient and modern combine, with a palette of gold and red garnet, and Cubist mosaic patterns. 

- Grand Suite Budapest - 
This atmospheric suite takes its cue from both sides of the Danube River, with detailed marquetry and fine silk embroidery reflecting both Gotic and Ottoman design.



THE JOURNEYS

Encompassing one-way adventures and inclusive grand tours, the routes are as remarkable as the train's history. From dining in the glow of Paris's bright lights to walking with views of the Alps, prepare to be transported.

Classic Journeys
- Venice to Paris or London (1 night)
- London or Paris to Venice (1 night)

Signature Journeys
- Paris to Istanbul (5 nights)
- Istanbul to Paris (5 nights)

Journeys
- London or Paris to Berlin (1 night)
- Berlin to Paris or London (1 night)
- Venice to Vienna to Prague to Paris or London (4 nights)
- Venice to Vienna or Budapest; Budapest or Vienna to Paris or London (4 nights)

Grand Tour of Europe
(Choose from three main destinations - Vienna, Budapest or Prague - while crossing Europe on these two special journeys)
- London or Paris to Venice; Venice to Vienna or Budapest or Prague; Budapest or Vienna or Prague to Paris or London
(7 nights including 2-night hotel stay in your chosen city)