Orient Express Launches Grand Tour Train Journey Through Italy
Orient Express has unveiled a new five-day, five-night itinerary through Italy inspired by the Grand Tour, the culture-infused journeys historically taken by European aristocrats. The route begins in Rome and travels to Venice, Matera, Sicily (Taormina and Palermo), and back to Rome, all aboard the La Dolce Vita train. The train, which debuted in 2025, features 1960s-style Italian glamour with gold, red, and wood-toned suites, and menus by Michelin three-star chef Heinz Beck customized to each locale. It accommodates only 62 passengers for an intimate experience. The first departure is scheduled for May 21, with pricing starting at approximately $18,500 (€15,760) per person.
Key facts
- Orient Express launched a new five-day, five-night Grand Tour itinerary through Italy.
- The journey starts in Rome and includes stops in Venice, Matera, Sicily (Taormina and Palermo), and back to Rome.
- The La Dolce Vita train debuted in 2025 with 1960s-style Italian glamour and modern touches.
- Suites are covered in gold, red, and wooden tones.
- Menus are created by Michelin three-star chef Heinz Beck and customized to each locale.
- The train accommodates only 62 passengers.
- First departure is May 21.
- Pricing starts at about $18,500 (€15,760) per passenger.
Entities
Artists
- Heinz Beck
Institutions
- Orient Express
- Robb Report
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- Venice
- Matera
- Sicily
- Taormina
- Palermo
- Strait of Messina
- Mediterranean Sea
- Boston University
- Boston Globe