Indulge in an opulent rail journey on board the iconic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, followed by a two-night hotel stay in beautiful Lake Garda.
Begin your holiday in exquisite style as you join the Eurostar in London before transferring to the superb Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Make your way to Verona in timelessly elegant surroundings on one of the world’s most celebrated train journeys. Settle into carriages decked out in French-polished cherry wood and antique fixtures and savour the first-class cuisine on your way to Italy.
Next, explore the natural attractions, Baroque architecture, and fascinating culture of Lake Garda during a two-night hotel stay. Roam the picturesque landscapes, discovering historical churches clinging to cliff faces and exquisite villages of rustic charm.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
Business Class Eurostar train journey from London to Paris
2 night four-star hotel stay in Lake Garda at the Le Ali del Frassino with breakfast
Your Journey
Your Itinerary
Following your journey to Paris on the Eurostar, you’ll continue in luxurious 1920s flair with the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Savour a sumptuous, all-inclusive rail journey from Paris to Verona, watching the rolling hills turn into mountains from the comfort of your classic carriage.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, captivates with its natural beauty, history and culture. Surrounded by majestic mountains, the lake’s shimmering blue waters create a breathtaking backdrop.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Le Ali del Frassino
Your holiday complete, today you’ll head to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Following your journey to Paris on the Eurostar, you’ll continue in luxurious 1920s flair with the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Savour a sumptuous, all-inclusive rail journey from Paris to Verona, watching the rolling hills turn into mountains from the comfort of your classic carriage.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, captivates with its natural beauty, history and culture. Surrounded by majestic mountains, the lake’s shimmering blue waters create a breathtaking backdrop.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Le Ali del Frassino
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Travel between a collection of magnificent cities on board the classic carriages, which will transport you back to the Golden Age of travel with their gleaming French-polished cherry wood marquetry, opulently embroidered upholstery, and vintage fittings.
Every part of your journey is designed to help you capture a little of the magic of a bygone era, whether that’s the gentle clinking of solid crystal glassware in the bar car, or the traditional hospitality of your besuited steward. Travelling on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many, and one which more than lives up to its reputation.
Life on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
From exquisite fine dining to sophisticated lounges and unparallel service, spend your days on board doing as much or as little as you like.
Carriages
The train is made up of sleeping cars dating back to the 1920s and 30s, plus three dining cars, a bar car with an elegant baby grand piano which is played every evening before and after dinner, and an on-board boutique. The most famous carriages are undoubtedly the three dining cars, where all the guests of the train come together for sumptuous cuisine in the most genteel surroundings. The vibrant 3674 Bar Car, with its blue zebra and gold detailing, is also a guest favourite.
Food
The cuisine on board is truly exceptional – its presentation is as such it’s hard to believe that it has been created on board a moving locomotive. Chef Jean Imbert blends the rich heritage of the train with his own passion for fresh seasonal produce to create moments of culinary perfection.
You will be asked to choose from one of two sittings each meal, where you will enjoy multi-course dining of the highest calibre, accompanied by perfectly paired wines. Each afternoon, you will also be offered a sumptuous afternoon tea.
Service
While the carriages have differed over the years, the exquisite service remains unchanged. Every stay is unique to each guest, with your finely attired stewards available for your every whim and to transform your cabin between a sitting area or sleeping bunks. Whatever you need, capture the attention of a liveried blue-and-gold attendant and you’ll find every request taken care of. The stewards are specially chosen for their excellent attention to detail, and many have worked on board the train for decades.
Cabins & Suites
The restored 1920s sleeper cabins are some of the most luxurious train accommodations in the world. Each one is beautifully appointed with exquisite craftsmanship, such as bespoke soft furnishings and polished wood.
Historic Cabins Prices from £1,999pp
Take in the spellbinding sights of Europe from the romantic setting it deserves with your own private historic twin cabin. Banquette seating offers the perfect landscape sweep past by day, while convertible sleeping quarters transform the cabin into a restful retreat by night.
The restored 1920s sleeper cabins are some of the most luxurious train accommodation in the world. Each one is beautifully appointed with exquisite craftsmanship, such as bespoke soft furnishings and polished wood.
- Each cabin has a washbasin with hot and cold water
- Lounge area by day, seating converts to converts to 1 upper and 1 lower bed at night
Suites Prices from £2,499pp
Each suite on board is inspired by a sumptuous fusion of the landscapes you’ll traverse through on your journey, and Art Deco design. These reimagined suites have been fully restored by expert French craftsmen, boasting plush fabrics and furnishings. Each with double or twin bed options, a convertible lounge area, you’re guaranteed a luxury stay on board.
- Fixed double or twin beds
- 24-hour steward service
- Lounging area by day (bed converts to banquette sitting area)
- Complimentary amenities and slippers
- Complimentary kimono
Grand Suites Sold Out
Enter the decadent world of your Grand Suite, where handcrafted interiors, free-flowing champagne and private in-cabin dining are yours to savour. With only six Grand Suites on board, a stay here promises to be enveloped in luxury and indulgence. As you step inside, you’ll be transported to an era where luxury knew no bounds and your every desire is but the tinkle of a bell away, with butlers on hand to attend to your every need.
- Sofa in the living area, which can be converted into a smaller bed
- Private ensuite bathroom with shower, washbasin, and toilet
- 24-hour steward service
- Free-flowing champagne throughout your journey in your suite
- Guaranteed table for two for lunch and dinner; option of private in-suite dining
- All table d’hôte
- Champagne breakfast in your suite
- Complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Grand suite guests departing from or arriving into London are provided with private transfers
Your Hotel Stay
Lake Garda
Le Ali del Frassino
Le Ali del Frassino is a luxurious resort and spa located near Lake Garda in Peschiera del Garda, Italy. Nestled in a picturesque setting surrounded by vineyards and natural beauty, the resort offers elegant accommodations, fine dining, wellness facilities, and outdoor activities. It provides a serene retreat for guests seeking relaxation and a touch of Italian charm.
