Siena & The Palio

Step aboard for a three-day roundtrip journey through the heart of Tuscany, culminating in one of Italy’s most legendary spectacles: the Palio di Siena. Departing from Rome, La Dolce Vita Orient Express travels through scenic hills to Siena, where guests witness the Palio from an exclusive vantage point: a unique encounter with Italian tradition and pride.

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Siena & The Palio

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Palio di Siena

Your evening departure from Rome marks the beginning of an unforgettable journey aboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express. Over a Michelin-starred dinner, the train glides through Tuscany’s hills toward Siena. The next morning, experience the Palio, the heart of Siena’s heritage, where the city transforms into a stage of medieval rivalries and passion. From an exclusive vantage point, witness this centuries-old celebration before enjoying a refined dinner in a private palace courtyard. Back on board, nightcaps and music accompany your return to Rome, carrying the timeless spirit of Siena and the elegance of Italian tradition.

Day 1

Your experience begins with a private transfer to La Dolce Vita lounge at Rome Ostiense Station, where refined hospitality sets the tone for the journey ahead. As evening falls, the train departs the Eternal City, and you settle into your elegant cabin. In the Restaurant Car, a three-Michelin-starred dinner by Chef Heinz Beck unfolds - each course inspired by the season and paired with fine regional wines, as the twilight landscapes of Tuscany glide past your window. Later, the Bar Car comes alive with music and laughter. A pianist and vocalist fill the night with timeless melodies, capturing the romance and effortless glamour of Italian evenings.

Day 2

On the morning of the great event, awaken to the gentle rhythm of the train and the soft Tuscan light streaming through your cabin window. Breakfast is served, to be enjoyed in the comfort of your suite or in the elegant Restaurant Car before a private transfer takes you to Siena. Take your place at Palazzo Chigi Zondadari, a noble residence overlooking the square. An elegant aperitivo awaits in the palace courtyard before stepping onto the private balconies, an exclusive vantage point for the race. As twilight descends, return to the palace courtyard for a refined Tuscan dinner, where regional wines and seasonal dishes honor the day’s excitement. Later that evening, reboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express. The after-party continues in the Bar Car, where live piano melodies, cocktails, and conversation carry on the night.

Day 3

Wake gently to breakfast in your cabin or the elegant restaurant car, as the La Dolce Vita Orient Express glides softly through the Tuscan hills. By late morning, you arrive at Rome Ostiense Station, where your unforgettable Palio journey comes to a close. From the train’s lounge, you step back into the Eternal City, carrying with you the echoes of Siena’s drums, the thrill of the race, and the lingering magic of Italy’s most storied traditions.