From Rome to Istanbul

Set off on a five-day, four-night one way journey from Rome to Istanbul aboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express.

Glide through stops in Venice’s luminous canals, wander Budapest’s elegant streets, and feel the quiet magic of the Carpathians in Brașov and Sinaia. Then, enter the enchanting, timeless allure of Istanbul, city of domes, markets, and endless stories, reaching the legendary eastern terminus that made the Orient Express a legend.

Rome to Istanbul

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From Rome to Istanbul

The journey begins in Rome, where the train departs from Ostiense Station in the evening. As the city lights fade, dinner is served on board and the soft melodies of live music set the tone for the adventure ahead. The next morning, arrive in Venice, where shimmering canals, ornate palaces, and narrow streets invite exploration. Spend the day wandering freely or choose from curated experiences, returning to the train in the late afternoon. Dinner and live music onboard close the day with elegance, as Venice drifts behind you and the train carries you northward.

Budapest awaits the following morning, offering a blend of historic grandeur and vibrant city life. Step off the train to explore the streets of the Hungarian capital, enjoy a leisurely lunch, and soak in the city’s architectural beauty before rejoining the journey in the evening. Onboard, a refined dinner and music provide the perfect close to another day of discovery.

Crossing the Carpathians, the train next arrives in Brașov, with its charming squares and medieval streets, followed by Sinaia, nestled in the mountains and exuding quiet elegance. The day offers a taste of Romania’s scenic landscapes and storied towns. An evening onboard includes aperitifs, dinner, and music, as the train heads east toward its legendary destination.

On the final day, the train enters Istanbul, where the city’s domes, bazaars, and vibrant streets unfold like a living mosaic. Arrive in the afternoon, marking the culmination of a journey that traces the route of the historic Orient Express. From Italy through Central Europe to the edge of the East, the trip blends luxury, slow travel, and cultural discovery into an unforgettable experience.

Day 1

Your journey begins with a private transfer from your hotel or the airport to the La Dolce Vita lounge at Rome Ostiense, which opens three hours before departure, offering a calm, refined space to relax and prepare for your journey. In the evening, the train departs from Rome, and you settle into your private cabin, letting the Italian countryside drift past your window. Dinner is served in the Restaurant Car, crafted by three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck, offering a first taste of the culinary excellence to come. After dinner, enjoy live music performed by a pianist and vocalist, setting a warm, elegant atmosphere as the train glides toward Venice.

Day 2

In the morning of the second day, the train arrives in Venice, where the city’s shimmering canals, ornate palaces, and narrow alleys welcome you. Local assistants greet you on the platform and accompany you by private water taxi to the heart of the city. Spend the day wandering freely or choose from curated experiences, each designed to reveal Venice’s history, art, and hidden corners. In the late afternoon, return to the station to rejoin the train. Onboard, a dinner in the Restaurant Car, crafted by three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck, is served as the city’s lights fade behind you. Afterward, a pianist and vocalist perform live music, creating a warm, intimate atmosphere as the train continues its journey eastward, carrying you toward new discoveries.

Day 3

Wake to the sight of Budapest on the third day: upon arrival, local assistants welcome you and accompany you by private transfer into the heart of the city. Spend the day exploring its elegant streets, iconic bridges, and hidden squares, or choose from curated experiences designed to reveal the city’s art, history, and cultural treasures. In the late afternoon, return to the train, where a dinner in the Restaurant Car, crafted by three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck, awaits. As the train continues eastward, live music performed by a pianist and vocalist fills the carriage, creating an intimate, refined atmosphere.

Day 4

The fourth day, the train winds through the Carpathians and arrives in Brașov, a town of medieval streets and charming squares nestled in the mountains. Here, you may choose to wander at your own pace, soaking in the atmosphere of cobbled streets and centuries-old architecture, In the afternoon, return to the train in Sinaia. Onboard, an aperitif precedes a dinner in the Restaurant Car, crafted by three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck. As a pianist and vocalist perform live music, the train departs eastward, leaving the Carpathians behind and carrying you toward the anticipation of Istanbul.

Day 5

On the fifth and final day, the train arrives in Istanbul, a city of domes, minarets, and vibrant streets unfolding like a living tapestry. Onboard, a final lunch in the Restaurant Car, created by three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck, offers one last refined culinary experience. Upon arrival, local hosts welcome and bid you farewell, marking the conclusion of a journey that has followed the legendary path of the Orient Express, crossing Central Europe to the very threshold of the East.

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