Sunday - Krakow
Board the splendid Wagons-Lits carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in Krakow. Throughout your journey you will be attended by your own personal steward. After you have settled into your comfortable compartment it will soon be time to dress for dinner. Why not sip an aperitif in the Bar Car, listening to the sounds of the baby grand piano before taking your seat in one of the beautifully restored restaurant cars.
Overnight on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
Monday - Vienna
Breakfast is served in your compartment as you approach Vienna, where the train arrives this morning. The remainder of the day and evening is yours to enjoy at leisure. Once the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, this beautiful city is easy to explore. Why not take a horse-drawn carriage ride past the many architectural splendours of the Ringstrasse.
Overnight in Vienna (note: hotel accommodation is not included).
Tuesday - Vienna
Discover this former leading city of Central Europe. Today's Vienna is a modern city robed in 18th century charm and 19th century grandeur. St Stephen's Cathedral, Belvedere Palace and the State Opera House are just a few examples of the city's magnificant sights.
Overnight in Vienna (note: hotel accommodation is not included).
Wednesday - Vienna
Perhaps enjoy a stroll around this elegant city before rejoining the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express early afternoon. Enjoy afternoon tea and dinner as you continue your journey towards France.
Overnight on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
Thursday - London
A morning arrival in Paris before continuing on to the French coast as brunch is served. After crossing to England, enjoy afternoon tea before arriving in London Victoria Station late afternoon.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
http://whc.unesco.org
Spisky Hrad Castle - UNESCO World Heritage Cultural List, 1993
Krakow Old Town - UNESCO World Heritage Cultural List, 1978
Wieliczka Salt Mine - UNESCO World Heritage Cultural List, 1978
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