Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Venice-Vienna-Slovakia-Krakow-Warsaw-Prague
July 9-15, 2007
Exciting new 7-night itinerary aboard the famous Venice Simplon-Orient-Express travels through five countries, unveiling Slovakia's picturesque countryside and Poland's diverse cities.
Monday, July 9: Venice-Vienna
Depart Venice this afternoon on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Relax over afternoon tea as you travel through the wonderful mountain scenery of the Italian Dolomites and Austrian Alps. Later, indulge in an aperitif in the bar before enjoying a splendid dinner in one of the opulent dining cars. Meanwhile, your compartment is converted to a cosy bedroom for your first night on board.
Tuesday, July 10: Vienna
Brunch is served as you approach Vienna, where the train arrives early afternoon. The remainder of the day and evening is yours to enjoy at leisure. Once the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, this beautiful city is easy to explore. Why not take a horse-drawn carriage ride past the many architectural splendours of the Ringstrasse. Overnight at the Grand Hotel Wien in the heart of the city.
Wednesday, July 10: Vienna & Slovakia
Breakfast at the hotel before departing mid-morning on VSOE for a full day’s scenic journey across Slovakia. Called the Country at the Heart of Europe, Slovakia is famous for the Tatras Mountains dotted with villages steeped in peasant traditions. Relax over lunch before an afternoon visit in rural Slovakia. Dinner and overnight on board as the VSOE crosses into Poland.
Thursday, July 11: Krakow
A leisurely brunch is served before VSOE arrives in Krakow. Spend the afternoon discovering the city’s many charms. One of the architectural gems of Europe its Old Town is filled with historic buildings, monuments and museums.
In the evening, enjoy a tour of the Wieliczka Salt Mine - a place unlike anywhere else in the world. The largest of the chapels, Blessed Kinga, is richly furnished with sculptures, bas-reliefs, and large chandeliers entirely made from salt. A traditional Polish feast follows in the Haluzska Hall 125 metres underground. Overnight at the Sheraton Krakow Hotel.
Friday, July 12: Krakow
Breakfast at the hotel before exploring more of this fascinating city -- from the unique medieval market square with its Cloth Hall full of artisan’s shops selling exquisite amber jewellery to the Cathedral and fortified Royal Castle standing high on Wawel Hill, Krakow is a delight.
Alternatively, optional tours can be arranged to Wadowice, the birthplace of Pope John Paul II; Auschwitz & Birkenau; the Jewish Quarter in Krakow or to the mountain resort of Zakopane (additional cost applies). Overnight at the Sheraton Krakow Hotel.
Saturday, July 13: Krakow-Warsaw
After breakfast there is time for a final stroll through the cobble-stoned streets of Krakow before rejoining the VSOE for a mid-morning departure. Lunch is served en route to Warsaw before an afternoon arrival into Poland’s capital for an overnight stay at the prestigious Le Royal Méridien Bristol. This evening, enjoy a private Chopin piano recital followed by dinner.
Sunday, July 14: Warsaw & Malbork
Pass the morning exploring Warsaw’s medieval Old Town, an outstanding reconstruction of buildings from the 13th to 20th centuries just a short walk from the hotel. Alternatively, take a stroll through Royal Lazienki Park, home to one of Europe’s most romantic summer palaces. Rejoin VSOE for a mid-day departure for Prague. After lunch, visit the Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork, a 13th-century fortified monastery and a supreme example of a restored medieval brick castle. Later this evening, join fellow travellers for a sumptuous final dinner on board.
Monday, July 15: Prague
Breakfast on board before the VSOE reaches Prague, a city rich in history and architecture and journey’s end for the Grand Tour.
Tour Summary:
Departs: Venice 9th July 2007
Arrives: Prague 15th July 20072008 date available: July 7-14
Accommodation:
Grand Hotel Vienna, 1 night
Sheraton Krakow Hotel, 2 nights
Le Royal Méridien Bristol (Warsaw), 1 night
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, 3 nightsAccommodation on board the VSOE:
Double Compartment: A private lounge during the day with a sofa, footstool and small table converts to night configuration with an upper and lower bed. A washbasin with hot and cold water is enclosed in a cabinet and towels and toiletries are provided. (Click image for illustration.)
Cabin Suite: Combining two interconnecting cabins to create a private lounge with a sofa, footstool and small table and, separately, a sleeping compartment with an upper and lower bed. A washbasin with hot and cold water is enclosed in a cabinet and towels and toiletries are provided. (Click image for illustration.)
2007 Rates (Venice-Prague):$7,280 per person, double occupancy
$9,465 per person, double occupancy -- cabin suite*
$9,465 single occupancy
Departure from Vienna (Vienna-Krakow-Warsaw-Prague, 6 nights):
$6,645 per person, double occupancy
$8,830 per person, double occupancy -- cabin suite**A cabin suite combines two bedrooms by opening an adjoining door between compartments. This would allow two lower beds, if desired.
Extend your Journey!
Stay for two nights to explore Prague, then rejoin the onward VSOE service to Paris or London departing Wednesday, July 18.
Additional price per person:
Prague-Paris: $1,240 (double) // $1,450 (cabin suite)
Prague-London: $1,615 (double) // $1,825 (cabin suite)(Accommodation in Prague additional.)
Included Meals: All meals are included while on the train. Other meals as described in itinerary
Not included in the tour are:
- Transfers to and from VSOE, unless booked separately
- Personal insurance, which is highly recommended
- Drinks (soft drinks, wine and alcoholic beverages) on board VSOE
- Hotel extras (i.e. telephone, laundry)
- Gratuities to the train staff are at your discretionNote
VSOE will require in advance full passport and travel details of all passengers in order to prepare border-crossing formalities.Ready to book? Click here to download our booking form.
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