Geneva to Venice
The Journey
Give in to the romance of rail travel as you journey from Geneva to Venice aboard the legendary carriages.
Step aboard and uncover a hidden jewel as you explore Europe by rail. Treasure each second on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, from the exciting celebrations to the quiet moments of contentment.
Estimated departure: Geneva, 21:50 – arrival: Venice, 19:00 (2024 trips)
Estimated departure: Geneva, 21:50 – arrival: Venice, 19:07 (2025 trips)
Our train is subject to national and international railway constraints and timings are purely indicative. Please check your final itinerary for confirmed timings.
Life aboard our iconic train
Chapter One: All Aboard
Your voyage begins on the platform of a famed European city, where historic carriages await your arrival. Meet the conductor, check your bags with our porters, and feel the excitement build. Then step aboard a world of timeless glamour. We depart shortly.
Includes
Luxurious ACCOMMODATION
One night aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train
A Sumptuous Four-course dinner
Feast on our seasonal table d'hôte menu, which includes biscuits, cheeseboard and chutney, as well as coffee and petit fours
SOMMELIER WINES
All table d'hôte meals include our sommelier's selection of wines when served in the restaurant cars
French Breakfast
Served in your cabin for ultimate comfort
Delicious lunch
Savour a three-course lunch as the world passes by in one of our restaurant cars
Dedicated Steward service
To attend to your every request as you unwind in style
COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFER
We'll collect you from Venice train station on your arrival and transfer you to your accommodation in the city
Day One
Adventure awaits…
Board the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and settle into your comfortable cabin. Make your way to one of the beautifully restored dining cars to enjoy a sumptuous dinner, prepared using the freshest seasonal ingredients by our skilled onboard chefs.
Later, you may wish to linger in Bar Car '3674', listening to the resident pianist play the baby grand and chatting to fellow passengers before you retire for the night. When you are ready, retire to your cabin, which has now been transformed into a cosy bedroom.
Day Two
A Fine Way To Pass The Day
Your steward serves Continental breakfast in your cabin as you wind past the stunning mountain and lake scenery of Switzerland.
Savour a leisurely three-course lunch before enjoying a relaxing afternoon, perhaps browse our onboard boutique for exclusive gifts.
Later, your steward serves indulgent pastries in your cabin before the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express pulls into Venice Santa Lucia Station.
Common Questions From Our Passengers
What do I wear on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train?
You can never be overdressed on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train! For dinner, we ask for formal evening attire and many guests like to don black tie and wear their most glamorous finery for the occasion. Smart daywear is appropriate during the day. At lunch, for example, a jacket/tie or equivalent is suitable. Jeans are not acceptable at any time.
Can the Venice Simplon-Orient Express accommodate special dietary preferences?
We will do our best to cater for special dietary requirements, such as vegetarian, vegan etc, provided a detailed request has been made at the time of booking. If a special request has not been made, the chefs will endeavour to prepare a dish with the ingredients available on board. We do, however, regret that we are unable to provide meals requiring strict religious observance in the preparation.
Are children permitted on board?
Children are welcome to join us on board, and infants under the age of two at the time of departure travel free. Parents must provide their own food and a bassinet for sleeping. Given the space constraints of a Twin Cabin, we always recommend booking an interconnecting cabin or Grand Suite for our guests' comfort. The ambiance aboard the train is geared towards our adult passengers. For this reason, it is at the Train Manager’s discretion that children may accompany their parents in the bar and restaurant cars.