The legendary midnight-blue carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express are poised to write a new chapter in the history of luxury travel. From May 4, 2026, the mythical train will, for the first time, connect Paris to the Amalfi Coast, offering a three-night escapade blending heritage, gastronomy, and breathtaking Mediterranean panoramas.
Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: A Three-Part Journey
It all begins in Paris, under a brilliant spring sky. At the station, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express stands majestic, its shimmering midnight-blue carriages awaiting. As soon as they step aboard, travelers are greeted with a glass of champagne, the clinking of flutes mingling with the sweet scent of fresh flowers. Each guest then proceeds to their historic cabin, elegant suite, or luxurious grand suite with marble bathrooms. The evening unfolds with a refined dinner, where French flavors flirt with Mediterranean delights, and extends into the rhythm of cocktails and piano notes in the bar car, creating a cozy, James Bond-esque atmosphere.
The journey continues with an early morning stop in Pompeii. Amidst the ruins frozen in time and millennia-old relics, every step becomes an immersion into antiquity. Grand suite travelers even discover the Casa del Larario, a rare treasure, usually closed to the public, slipping into the daily lives of Romans like privileged explorers. Then, the journey resumes along the Italian coast, to Ravello, where the Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, stands atop the cliffs, bathed in the golden light of the Mediterranean. Passengers will spend two enchanting nights there, enjoying intimate cooking classes, private cruises to secret coves, and shared moments in the palace’s suspended gardens.
Three Dream Nights to Discover the Amalfi Coast
Finally, as the sun dips below the horizon, the stay concludes with the magic of a gala dinner by the infinity pool, followed by a private party where laughter and music prolong the dream. After this unforgettable evening, it is clear that this journey is more than just a luxurious stay; it marries the legendary history of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express with hotel excellence, offering a complete and sensory experience where every detail is meticulously considered. This alliance of historic train and five-star hotel is part of the Villeggiatura by Train series, orchestrated by Belmond, an LVMH subsidiary, which loves to combine exceptional railway journeys with prestigious stays. The dream, of course, comes with a price: starting from €10,000 per person, including the journey, all meals, excursions, and transfers. But for those who wish to taste the ultimate Dolce Vita experience, this timeless journey promises sweetness, elegance, and emotion at every moment.
The first escapade on this new line is scheduled for May 2026, and the season will then extend over several dates, allowing travelers to cross France and Northern Italy in the unparalleled comfort of the world’s most famous train.
Source: https://www.pariszigzag.fr/paris-au-quotidien/actualites-paris/venice-simplon-orient-express/
