Rome, Portofino and Venice

From Rome to Portofino, and onward to Venice, this one-way voyage aboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express invites you to experience Italy in motion – a carefully crafted journey full of stunning sights, delicious flavors, and genuine Italian charm.

Itinerary map

Rome, Portofino and Venice

Rome - Portofino - Venice
One way
2 days - 1 night

Rome, Portofino and Venice

Your adventure begins in Rome, as La Dolce Vita Orient Express departs in the morning and heads north through the Italian countryside. Enjoy a Michelin-starred lunch by Heinz Beck in the elegant Restaurant Car while Tuscany unfolds outside your window. By late afternoon, the train arrives in Santa Margherita Ligure, where guests disembark to spend the evening in glamorous Portofino, jewel of the Riviera. Later that night, return on board and continue the journey north. Relax in your private cabin or enjoy a cocktail and live music in the Bar Car as the train glides beneath the stars. By morning, you awaken to the light of Venice.

Program of the Day

Day 1
Rome and Portofino
Day 1

Your journey begins at Rome Ostiense’s La Dolce Vita Lounge, where a private transfer has brought you directly from the airport or your hotel in Rome. From here, it’s time to step aboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express. As the train pulls away, settle into your cabin before heading to the Restaurant Car for an exquisite lunch crafted by three-Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck – a celebration of Italy’s finest flavors. The scenery shifts gently from the heart of Rome, to the rolling Tuscan hills, and finally to the coastline of Liguria. By 6pm, arrive at Santa Margherita Ligure, where a transfer awaits to take you to the charming town of Portofino. Spend the evening wandering on your own or choose an à la carte experience to discover hidden corners of this stunning seaside town. In the evening, back on board to enjoy drinks and a live musical trio in the Bar Car as the train glides into the night, wrapping your perfect first day.

Day 2
Venice
Day 2

Begin your morning with breakfast served in the comfort of your cabin or in the elegant Restaurant Car, as the train moves through northern Italy’s tranquil dawn. The final stretch of the journey unfolds peacefully, leading you toward the shimmering canals of Venice. By late morning, La Dolce Vita Orient Express arrives at Venezia Santa Lucia station. Whether continuing your Italian escape or pausing to reflect on the magic of the past two days, the memories made – of fine food, sea air, and effortless travel – linger long after the journey ends.

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