Venice, The Orient Express Gateway | Through Trains, Sailing Yachts & Hotels
There's a reason Italy is one of the world's most beloved destinations. It's a masterpiece of culture, cuisine, and simply stunning landscapes. But to truly experience it, it's all about how you explore it.
We're here to help you slow down and savor every moment of your adventure. Your journey will blend the romance of rail travel, the freedom of the sea, and the charm of heritage hotels into one unforgettable experience.
You'll begin in Rome, staying at the iconic Orient Express La Minerva. Located steps from the Pantheon, it's the perfect place to enjoy an aperitif as twilight paints the Roman sky. From there, you'll board the La Dolce Vita Orient Express for an elegant rail experience. Glide through Italy's stunning landscapes, with a stop to soak in the coastal beauty of Portofino.
Your final destination is Venice, not as a conclusion, but as a gateway to a new chapter. Here, you'll set sail on the world's largest sailing yacht, uncovering hidden coves and sun-drenched islands across the Adriatic Sea.
BEGIN IN THE ETERNAL CITY
LA MINERVA | A Roman Welcome
What we love: The stunning rooftop at the iconic GIGI Rigolatto Roma is a must-visit. Loved by locals and visitors alike, it offers panoramic views that truly capture the essence of Rome.
Your journey begins where history is felt in every stone at Orient Express La Minerva Hotel, a Roman landmark since 1811. Facing the Pantheon, the property offers an immersion in Roman heritage and a quiet moment of anticipation before your adventure begins. It has welcomed illustrious guests and travelers during the Grand Tour, including artists and aristocrats such as Stendhal, Vittorio Alfieri, Melville, and Pope Pius IX.
The property holds another unique distinction. It is the only hotel in Rome with its own consecrated church, offering a sacred space for unions blessed by history. It’s a place where personal histories can begin, just as your grand tour does.
Exclusive Offer
Book your stay at Orient Express La Minerva Hotel with us and receive the following perks:
- VIP welcome
- Complimentary Breakfast
- Complimentary upgrade, based on availability
- Early check in | late check out, based on availability
- $100 USD hotel credit
LA DOLCE VITA | A Palace in Motion
What we love: The Portofino Love Affair experience is incredible. You'll start with a sunset stroll through the Piazzetta before enjoying an La Dolce Vita passenger-exclusive aperitif at the historic Castello Brown. Finally, end the night with a private dinner at a local favorite.
Orient Express makes leaving the city for the romantic world of the rails a seamless, exclusive experience. You'll be whisked away to Rome’s Ostiense station, a marvel of 1960s design and architecture. Here, a private lounge awaits, the La Dolce Vita Lounge. With a modern take on classic Italian style, it combines mid-century design with plush, inviting textures. It feels more like a private club than a train station.
The Train | La Dolce Vita Orient Express
Stepping onto the La Dolce Vita Orient Express is like entering a moving masterpiece. The train is a rolling tribute to the golden age of Italian design. Each carriage is meticulously crafted with interiors that celebrate Italian art, design, and culture. The cabins are intimate cocoons, paneled in rich woods and adorned with bespoke fabrics and hand-selected fixtures. Reinforcing the dialogue between past and present, the original mosaics by Giulio Rosso and Maria Zaffuto have been meticulously preserved. These works depict scenes from Roman mythology and history, conceived as a journey through memory and imagination—an homage to the golden age of travel, reinterpreted through a contemporary lens.
The service embodies the Italian concept of sprezzatura, a certain nonchalance that makes everything appear effortless. Your butler, a confidant and concierge in one, is ready to attend to any need. As the train glides through the countryside, the real world seems to dissolve. A highlight of the onboard experience is undoubtedly the dining car, where three-Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck curates menus that evolve with the passing landscape. Wake to subtle sunbeams over rolling hills, savor multi-course feasts, and end your evenings tracing the route's quiet romance.
The Signature Route | Rome > Portofino > Venice
Over the course of two days and one night, you’ll chart a course through some of Italy's most iconic landscapes. The journey begins as you depart Rome at dusk. You'll then travel along the stunning Ligurian coast before pausing in Portofino for an elegant evening by the sea. Then off you'll go towards Venice, the journey's crowned jewel.
LA DOLCE VITA ORIENT EXPRESS PERKS
Book your journey aboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express with us and receive the following perks:
- Private transfers from hotel to train station
- Upgrade at check-in, based on availability
- 100€ on-board credit per cabin
ARRIVE IN THE FLOATING CITY
The final leg of the journey takes you across the causeway and into Venice. The arrival feels cinematic. As the train pulls into Santa Lucia station, the shimmering waters of the Grand Canal come into view. Your journey by rail ends here, but the adventure is far from over. Venice isn’t the final destination. It's your launching pad.
ORIENT EXPRESS VENICE | Venice, Reserved
What we love: Talk about history with heart. After an incredible eight-year restoration, we love the blend of Neo-Gothic, Baroque, and classical styles. Its original frescoes and mosaics tell the story of over six centuries of Venetian history!
Step out of Santa Lucia station and into the living history of Orient Express Venice, the newest addition to the Orient Express legacy. This 15th-century palace has been spectacularly reborn and is now accepting reservations for stays beginning in April 2026.
Here, prepare to be pampered like royalty. Pick from 47 exquisitely designed guest rooms, or why not reserve the entire property as your own private mansion? Wander through grand spaces where history unfolds with every step. Each room and suite is a unique masterpiece, blending hand-painted details, Murano glass, and Art Deco elegance. Peeking from your window, you'll soak in the authentic charm of Cannaregio, Venice’s oldest district, where the canals hum the perfect soundtrack for your stay. After your legendary rail journey, Orient Express Venice is truly your ideal base to dive deep into the soul of Venice.
Exclusive Offer
Be among the first to experience Orient Express Venice and receive the following exclusive perks when you book with us:
- VIP welcome
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary upgrade, based on availability
- Early check in | late check out, based on availability
- $100 USD hotel credit
ORIENT EXPRESS CORINTHIAN | A New Chapter at Sea
What we love: This is one of the most all-inclusive offerings in luxury yachting. You'll find cuisine by a 17-time Michelin-starred chef, a glamorous cabaret, even a private recording studio.
The first passengers aboard the Orient Express Corinthian will have the rare thrill of a true first—heritage reborn at sea. This sailing yacht is a bold reimagination of the golden age, blending Art Deco grace with avant-garde engineering and a commitment to sustainability. With only 54 suites, each featuring a private terrace or panoramic windows, the voyage offers a sense of exclusivity and ease. Beyond the yacht, curated experiences ashore invite you to explore culture, art, gastronomy, hidden beaches, wellness, and discovery.
Service carries the same effortless poise. Elegant, attentive, and unhurried. Starting in Venice, your days flow effortlessly with sunlight glinting off the water, relaxing on deck, and diving straight from the Marina to enjoy water sports. The culinary program onboard is undoubtedly going to be a highlight, with 17-time Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno guiding a constellation of experiences across two gourmet restaurants, one specialty dining, two private dining rooms and eight elegant bars and lounges. Wake to the soft rise of the Adriatic, linger over multi-course lunches, and close the evening with an intimate cabaret before returning to the quiet grace of your suite.
Corinthian’s Two Signature Routes:
Venice, Rovinj, Brioni, Trieste, Venice
Dates: August 30, 2026 | 4 nights
As the Venice Film Festival unfolds, set sail towards Rovinj, an Istrian jewel with its pastel-hued homes, quaint cobblestone alleys, and sunsets that cast brilliant hues over the deep blue sea, truly captivating. Next, explore the timeless beauty of the Brijuni Islands, an archipelago where history and nature intertwine seamlessly. Your journey then takes you to Trieste, the "little Vienna by the sea" steeped in Austro-Hungarian elegance. This city, with its grand architecture and vibrant culture, may surprise you, but will surely leave an impression.As your adventure concludes, the charm of these places will linger as you return to the ethereal beauty of Venice, where every canal and narrow street invites further wonder.
Included Ashore Experience: Treasures of the Istrian Forests (Rovinj)
Venice, Rovinj, Hvar, Dubrovnik, Porto Montenegro, Otranto, Valletta
Dates: September 6, 2026 | 7 nights
From Venice, you’ll embark on a journey to Croatia, where Rovinj greets you with its pastel-colored houses, cobblestone streets, and breathtaking sunsets. Next, sail to Hvar, the most prestigious and desired island in the country, before arriving in Dubrovnik, the true jewel of the Adriatic. Here, immerse yourself in its enchanting atmosphere and indulge in an exclusive dinner. Your voyage then leads to Montenegro’s awe-inspiring Bouches de Kotor, with a stop in Porto Montenegro, where elegance and sophistication reflect Monaco's allure. From there, arrive at Otranto, the heel of Italy’s boot, where whitewashed houses shimmer in the turquoise sea. After a serene day cruising the Ionian Sea, your journey concludes in the radiant capital of Malta, with Valletta as the crowning jewel.
Included Ashore Experiences: Treasures of the Istrian Forests​ (Rovinj), Medieval Dinner (Dubrovnik), and The Secrets of Lecce (Otranto).
