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Venice Simplon Orient Express Package

Istanbul Route (Paris - Istanbul & Istanbul - Paris)

(6 Days 5 Night - One Way Each Route)

May, September, June, October, 2026

Journey on the

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

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Timeless Grandeur: A Journey Through Europe in Motion

The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is a celebration of classic European glamour, where meticulous craftsmanship and historic design create an atmosphere of refined sophistication. Restored vintage carriages showcase polished wood panels, intricate marquetry, and sumptuous fabrics, evoking the romance of an era when travel itself was an art.

As the train glides effortlessly across the continent, changing landscapes unfold beyond the windows. From storied cities to rolling countryside and dramatic alpine scenes. Each passage feels cinematic and unhurried, inviting you to savor every detail. More than a means of travel, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is a moving sanctuary where time slows, elegance reigns, and every journey becomes a memory to treasure.

A person wearing a flowing red cape walking down the corridor of a vintage train with wooden paneling and large windows.
A woman in a shiny, metallic, pleated silver dress holding a black clutch bag, walking through a luxurious, dimly lit room with ornate chairs and warm lighting fixtures.
A table with three different cocktails under a vintage table lamp with a pleated yellow lampshade.
A young man sitting at a table, smiling and resting his chin on his hand, in a restaurant with floral and decorative wall art.
A scenic landscape with mountains, a river, green trees, grass, and a train traveling through a lush valley under a partly cloudy sky.
A vintage black and white train named 'Schlafwagen' with gold accents is at a platform in a snowy, mountainous landscape. A woman in a long coat is boarding the train with assistance from a uniformed porter.
A person in a white conductor's uniform standing in the doorway of a vintage black and gold train car, at a train station platform.
People toasting with glasses of white wine at a celebration or gathering.
Server bringing drinks to a table in a restaurant with live music playing in the background.
Two bellmen in blue uniforms with gold trim standing beside a vintage black train, holding luggage.
The Arc de Triomphe in Paris, France, at sunset with a pastel pink and blue sky.

Across Continents in Timeless Elegance

Embark on the ultimate luxury rail odyssey aboard the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, where Europe’s storied cultures unfold in unrivalled style. In 2026, relish the rare opportunity to journey between Paris and Istanbul (in both directions), traversing breathtaking landscapes and historic cities over several unforgettable days.

Each voyage celebrates the Golden Age of travel with impeccable service, sumptuous dining, and classic Art Deco carriages that evoke a bygone era of glamour. Experience refined comfort, captivating scenery, and timeless sophistication on one of the world’s most iconic rail routes.

Travel between Paris and Istanbul aboard the legendary Venice Simplon‑Orient‑Express

Cross Europe’s iconic landscapes in exquisitely restored Art Deco carriages.

Savor refined, regionally inspired cuisine paired with fine wines in elegant dining cars.

Enjoy an unhurried journey with select stops revealing the culture and history of each destination.

Room Types

  • Luxurious train room with wooden interior, large windows, yellow rounded seating, and a white dining table set for a meal, featuring a bookshelf on the far wall.

    L’Observatoire by JR

    One-of-a-kind studio on wheels on the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Designed by world-renowned artist JR, this is the train’s most spacious and exclusive sleeper carriage, blending art, imagination, and luxury. Inspired by astronomical observatories and Renaissance curiosity cabinets, it features bespoke interiors, hidden artistic details, a lounge, library, and dreamy spaces that invite discovery.

  • Elegant hotel room with ornate wood paneling, a decorated headboard, large windows showing a mountainous landscape, and vintage furnishings.

    Grand Suites

    The epitome of luxury on the iconic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, offering spacious private accommodations with en-suite bathrooms and showers, double (or twin) beds, and a separate lounge area for private dining and relaxation. Guests enjoy 24-hour cabin service, free-flowing champagne, and personalised luxury throughout the journey, with suites named after famous European cities the train travels through.

  • Interior of a luxurious train car with green upholstered seating, a round dining table with a white tablecloth set for a meal, large windows showing a scenic landscape, and ornate wood paneling with floral accents.

    Suites

    Experience Europe from a private historic twin cabin with daytime seating that converts into upper and lower berths at night, in-cabin washbasin, shared restrooms, and optional breakfast served to your bed.

  • Interior of a vintage train compartment with a patterned sofa, a small table with a teapot, cup, and saucer, a red cushion, a window showing the passing scenery, and shelves with glassware.

    Historic Cabin

    Experience Europe from a private historic twin cabin with daytime seating that converts into upper and lower berths at night. Each carriage has eight cabins, in-cabin washbasins, shared restrooms, and optional breakfast served to your bed.

A bedroom with two single beds with white bedding, green headboards, intricate floral and geometric artwork on dark wood-paneled walls, and large windows showing a green landscape outside.
Interior of a luxurious train dining car with polished wood paneling, blue patterned upholstery, a white tablecloth-dressed dining table, and windows showing greenery outside.
Luxurious hotel room with a large bed, dark wood paneling, decorative metal headboard, and windows showing a scenic mountain landscape.
Interior of a vintage-style room with polished wood panels, floral decorations, and a green velvet armchair. There is a small vanity with lamps, a mirror with floral border, and a narrow cabinet with a decorative bowl on top. Reflections show additio
Interior of a vintage train cabin, showing a cozy bed with a rolled blanket, a hammock attached under the upper bunk, a wooden side table with a vintage lamp, and large windows with a scenic outdoor view.
A close-up of a vintage train compartment with a cushioned seat, a red velvet pillow, a beige lamp, and a window showing a blurred outdoor scene.
A train cabin window with a patterned blue, brown, and cream seat next to it, and a partially visible blue pillow on the seat. Motion blur outside the window suggests the train is moving.
A vintage-style bathroom with a corner bathtub, mirrors, glass shelves, and a patterned fabric wall covering.
A cozy hotel bedroom featuring a bed with white sheets and two gold decorative pillows, a wooden nightstand with a white lamp, and a mural of a scenic mountain landscape above the bed, with patterned wallpaper in the background.
A luxurious train dining car with wooden paneling, ornate wall art, a round table set with white linens, glassware, silverware, and a floral centerpiece, surrounded by upholstered seating and large windows.
Elegant dining table set with plates, glasses, and a bottle of champagne in a luxurious restaurant with large windows and a scenic view.
Interior of a vintage train cabin with polished wood paneling, a small sofa with white cushions and red piping, a mirrored wall, and glassware on a shelf.

6D5N Paris to Istanbul - Itinerary

May 25 & September 25, 2026

Map showing a travel route across Europe from Paris, France to Istanbul, Turkey, passing through Austria, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, and Turkey, with stopover points in Paris, Vienna, Budapest, Sinaia, Bucharest, Varna, and Istanbul. The route is highlighted by a red line and marked with black circles for each stop. The map includes labels for countries and the travel period from day 1 to 6.

  • A Scenic Journey to Budapest
    Austria → Hungary

    Wake to breakfast in your cabin as the train winds through Austria into Hungary. Enjoy a three-course lunch before arriving in Budapest, where local guides transfer you to your hotel. Conclude the day with a cocktail reception and dinner on the River Danube.

  • Exploring Budapest
    Budapest, Hungary

    Spend the morning discovering Budapest’s historic sights with local guides, followed by a lunch of traditional Hungarian specialties. Tour the stunning Hungarian Parliament Building before rejoining the train for an evening dinner as it travels toward Romania.

  • A Fairytale Castle Awaits
    Romania

    Enjoy breakfast in your cabin as the train enters Romania, followed by brunch in the dining cars en route to Sinaia. Visit the enchanting Peles Castle, the summer retreat of King Carol. Return to the train and continue to Bucharest, where local guides escort you to your hotel for an evening dinner with live music.

  • Final Celebrations
    Bulgaria → Turkey

    Rejoin the train for the journey to Istanbul, passing the Danube and into Bulgaria. Enjoy lunch onboard, then stop at the Black Sea resort of Varna for an aperitif on a private estate. Conclude the day with a memorable dinner across the Thracian Plain, celebrating your last night with fine music, drinks, and new friends.

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DAY 1

Depart the City of Love
Paris

DAY 6

Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express at Paris Gare de l’Est and settle into your cabin. Enjoy an elegant dinner with live piano music, relax in Bar Car 3674, and retire as the train travels overnight through France and Germany.

Fond Farewell
Istanbul

Breakfast in your cabin as the train enters Turkey, with a border stop at Kapikule. Savour a Turkish-inspired lunch on board before arriving in Istanbul and transferring to your city-centre hotel.

6D5N Istanbul to Paris - Itinerary

Jun 1 & October 1, 2026

Map of Europe showing a travel route during days 1-3 from Istanbul, Turkey, to Romania, and days 4-6 from Budapest, Hungary, through Switzerland, France, and Germany, with stops in Paris, Switzerland, and the highlighted section indicating days 4-6 in Hungary, Switzerland, and Paris.

Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and settle into your cabin as the journey begins. Enjoy an elegant dinner with live piano music, relax in Bar Car 3674, and retire overnight as the train crosses into Bulgaria.

  • A Fine Way to Pass the Day
    Romania

    Wake to a Continental breakfast served in your cabin as the train winds toward Romania. Enjoy the changing scenery before a leisurely lunch onboard, then arrive in Bucharest and disembark. Local guides escort you by coach to your hotel, with dinner and musical entertainment at a private venue in the evening.

  • Stunning Sinaia
    Romania

    Begin the day with brunch onboard as the train travels toward the mountain town of Sinaia. Visit the fairytale Peles Castle, summer retreat of King Carol. Return to the train for a leisurely journey toward Hungary, enjoying a delicious dinner and a relaxing night onboard.

  • Queen of the Danube
    Budapest, Hungary

    Arrive in Budapest and enjoy a short orientation tour by coach, followed by a scenic cruise along the River Danube. After lunch, check in to your hotel and enjoy some leisure time. In the evening, savor a feast of local specialties at a nearby private venue.

  • Final Celebrations
    Hungary

    Rejoin the train in the late morning and enjoy a leisurely lunch as you pass through the picturesque Hungarian countryside. Celebrate your final night onboard with a spectacular farewell dinner, accompanied by piano music, as you toast the journey with fellow guests and new friends.

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DAY 1

Depart for Paris
Istanbul

DAY 6

Fond Farewell
Switzerland · Paris

Enjoy breakfast as the train travels through Switzerland into France. Visit a renowned Champagne house, then re-board for a farewell lunch before arriving in Paris.

A plated main course with a piece of grilled fish topped with herbs, accompanied by roasted sweet potatoes and a sauce or gravy.
Six glasses of white wine being held by different people, celebrating together.

Inclusion

Paris - Istanbul & Istanbul - Paris
Item Details
Accommodation Three nights aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, plus overnight stays in Bucharest and Budapest
City Tours Guided city tours in Bucharest and Budapest
Cruise & Excursions Danube River cruise and a visit to Peleș Castle in Romania
Onboard Breakfast Seasonal table d'hôte breakfast served in the cabin each morning
Meals in Cities Lunch and dinner in Budapest, dinner in Bucharest
Onboard Lunch Experience Three-course gourmet lunch served while enjoying scenic views

Departure Dates

Paris → Istanbul

May 25, 2026
September 25, 2026

Istanbul → Paris

June 1, 2026
October 2, 2026

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