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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Grand Tour PARIS TO ISTANBUL , 6 DAYS
Arguably the world ’ s most luxurious train , the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express transports you back to the golden age of luxury travel . Made up of 17 ornate carriages , awash in art deco styling , this 1920s train features authentic coalheated sleeping cars and windows that open . On the once-a-year , 6-day voyage from Paris to Istanbul , journey through 7 countries , including Switzerland , Austria and Hungary , and enjoy breath-taking vistas from the train ’ s many look-out points . Enjoy 3 nights on board , and 2 at five-star hotels , in Budapest and Bucharest , along with city tours , a Danube cruise , and a Romanian palace visit . Food is sourced en route , guaranteeing local , fresh fare , and dished up by French chefs in one of three opulent 1920s restaurant cars . The train will add 8 new suites in 2023 .
Highlights
Dancing to 1920s tunes played by the resident pianist and sipping cocktails in the Bar Car before indulging in a midnight brunch . The many luxury details – think stained glass windows , Lalique crystals , white-gloved butler service , and the Champagne Bar .
“ Arguably the world ’ s most luxurious train , the Venice Simplon- Orient-Express transports you back to the golden age of luxury ” businesschief . com 103