Rome to Paris

The Journey
Embark on a rail journey between two capitals. From the home of the magnificent Colosseum to the grand City of Love, step aboard for this unmissable adventure and a trip from Rome to Paris by train like no other.
Explore the carriages, admiring the vintage details. Take time to sit back and revel in your luxurious cabin before heading to one of the three Restaurant Cars for a delectable dinner. Savour every moment of this unique luxury travel experience as you make your way towards Paris.
Estimated departure: Rome, 17:00 – arrival: Paris, 11:00 (2024 trips)
Estimated departure: Rome, 18:15 – arrival: Paris, 18:30 (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
Includes
COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFER
We'll collect you from your Rome accommodation and transfer you to the train station for check-in and departure
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
Delightful brunch
One laid-back yet lavish brunch, served in style in one of our restaurant cars
Dedicated Steward service
To attend to your every request as you unwind in style
Delicious Lunch
Served in the restaurant car before arriving at your final destination


Day One
Adventure awaits…
Step onto a legend in motion. Board Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in Rome and make yourself comfortable in your private cabin. Plush upholstery, gleaming marquetry and soft lighting set the scene for the glamour to come. Against this elegant backdrop, your personal journey will slowly unfold.
Through the window, the changing scenery takes in the stunning Italian countryside.
Soon it’s time to get ready for dinner. Dress code: fabulous. Make your way to one of the magnificent dining cars, where both the ambience and menus are infused with Chef Jean Imbert’s imagination. Seasonal specialities are accompanied by exceptional wines. After dinner, a vibrant ambience awaits in Bar Car ‘3674’. Listen to the resident pianist play as you sip sublime cocktails and enjoy charismatic conversations. When the revelry is over, your cosy bed will soothe you to sleep.

Day Two
A Fine Way To Pass The Day
Unwind in your cabin this morning as your steward serves a French breakfast. Soak up the views or head to the bar to relax with a coffee and mingle with your fellow guests or browse our onboard boutique for elegant gifts and exclusive mementos. For lunch, stroll along the storied corridors to one of the opulent dining cars and relish every bite of today’s seasonal menu. A leisurely afternoon awaits, with a delectable goûter served in your cabin at teatime. As evening approaches, gather your belongings and prepare to disembark in Paris for your onward journey and adventures.
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.