Eternal Stones of Matera
From Rome, set off to discover the splendors of Matera and its UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Your itinerary
Rome - Matera - Pescocostanzo-Rome
Round trip
3 days - 2 nights
Eternal Stones of Matera
La Dolce Vita Orient Express departs Rome Ostiense in the afternoon for the beginning of a luxury odyssey. As night falls, indulge in Italian-inspired dishes by 3-Michelin starred Chef Heinz Beck followed by live music.
The second day, awake to the aroma of an Italian breakfast before arriving in Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its ancient cave dwellings. You can reserve optional curated experiences to explore the city’s rich history and have lunch in a unique cave restaurant.
In the afternoon, embark again and indulge in a refreshing Italian Aperitivo as the train journeys onward. As evening falls, experience exquisite cuisine, live music, and refined ambiance creating an unforgettable atmosphere.
The morning of the third day, the train arrives in Sulmona. Enjoy a trip on a historic train to Pescocostanzo, exploring its ancient streets steeped in history and charm. In the afternoon, embark again, returning to Rome Ostiense.
Program of the day
Rome
Day 1
Your journey begins with a private transfer from your hotel or airport to the exclusive La Dolce Vita Lounge at Roma Ostiense, where a serene and elegant welcome sets the stage for the adventure ahead.
Departing Rome in the afternoon aboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express, settle into your cabin as the gentle rhythm of the train begins to unwind the world outside. As night falls, the Restaurant Car invites you to a refined dinner crafted by three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck, celebrating Italian culinary artistry with seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. The evening continues in the Bar Car, where live music and understated entertainment create a warm, intimate ambiance, carrying you into the first night of this extraordinary journey.
Matera
Day 2
Awaken to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and a leisurely Italian breakfast, served in your cabin or in the Restaurant Car. As the train glides south, you arrive in Matera, the “Eternal City of Stones,” a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its ancient cave dwellings and labyrinthine streets carved from limestone.
Local assistants accompany you as you choose how to experience this timeless city: stroll freely through its evocative alleys, or immerse yourself in curated à la carte experiences such as a guided exploration of the Sassi, a private visit to a historic cave dwelling, or lunch in a unique cave restaurant where history and flavor intertwine. Every corner of Matera seems to whisper stories from millennia past, offering a profound sense of wonder and discovery.
In the afternoon, reboard the train and enjoy a refreshing Italian aperitivo as the landscape slowly transforms, carrying you toward the enchanting town of Sulmona. As evening falls, the Restaurant Car welcomes you once again for an elegant dinner curated by Chef Heinz Beck, accompanied by live music and a refined atmosphere that lingers like a gentle echo of the day’s discoveries.
Pescocostanzo
Day 3
The final morning begins as the train arrives in Sulmona. From here, a historic local train carries you to Pescocostanzo, a jewel of Abruzzo where cobbled streets, baroque architecture, and centuries of history invite exploration. Wander at leisure, soaking in the timeless charm, or select curated experiences that reveal the town’s rich heritage.
In the afternoon, reboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express for the return journey to Rome Ostiense. Enjoy the final moments of comfort, luxury, and tranquility, reflecting on the journey’s discoveries and the poetry of ancient stones, landscapes, and flavors that have defined this unforgettable odyssey.
Our Experiences
Matera: A Symphony in Wine & Stone
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