THE LEGENDARY VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESS 

 

 

V.J.'s Exotic Safaris is proud of its close associations and partnerships with some of the finest suppliers from around the world.

As you already know we are famous for using/offering the finest features on our luxury trips - this includes luxury hotels, lodges, permanent tented camps, trains, private aircraft, yachts, expert trip leaders and services

Introduction
The World's most celebrated train, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express carries passengers across Europe in the style of a bygone era.

The glamorous carriages, sumptuous cuisine and personal service which is beyond comparison, make a journey on the VSOE the perfect place for a celebration or special holiday.





Orient-Express Routes


London-Venice (& vice versa)
Paris-Venice(& vice versa)
Venice-Rome (& vice versa)
Venice-Prague-Paris
Venice-Vienna or Budapest-Paris


Premier Journeys:
THE CLASSIC JOURNEY London-Venice (& vice versa)
THE WORLD'S MOST ROMANTIC JOURNEY Venice & Paris
ITALIAN DUET Rome, Venice & Paris
AN ARCHITECTURAL FEAST (Venice-Prague-Paris)
AN IMPERIAL JOURNEY (Venice, Vienna or Budapest & Paris)
CENTRAL EUROPEAN JOURNEY (Venice, Vienna-Krakow-Warsaw-Prague)
THE GRAND EUROPEAN (Vienna-Krakow-Warsaw & Paris or London)
THE HISTORIC JOURNEY (Paris-Budapest-Bucharest-Istanbul)
BIRTHPLACE OF EMPIRES (Istanbul-Bucharest-Budapest-Venice)

Istanbul was the original desination of the Orient Express when it made its maiden voyage in October 1883.
Relive that historic journey to one of the most exciting and cosmopolitan cities in the world.
Formerly know as Byzantium and Constantinople, this is the gateway between the East and the West,
where the artistic treasures of Christian and Islamic culture exist side by side.
This is a true taste of the golden age of travel.


2008 Sample Schedule - London-Paris-Venice



Thu or Sun
Late morning departure from London Victoria.
Lunch on the British Pullman carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express with champagne and wine while enjoying the Kent countryside en-route to Folkestone.
Escorted crossing of the English Channel to France. Board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in Boulogne.
Dress for dinner and enjoy a relaxing evening in the Bar Car with its resident pianist as you travel through Paris.




Retire for the night in your compartment.




Fri or Sat
Breakfast is served in your compartment while you enjoy the views of Switzerland. Spend the morning relaxing with your fellow travellers before lunch in one of the Dining Cars as you cross Austria. Afternoon tea is served in your compartment enjoying the changing scenery as the train enters into Italy. Early evening arrival at Santa Lucia Station in Venice.



GROUP TRAVEL

Whether travelling as a group of friends or as an organized party our hotels, trains and cruises are happy to make special arrangements to suit your individual needs.

Since its first journey in 1883, the passengers of the Orient-Express have demanded service above the ordinary. Travel aboard the Orient-Express was unashamedly luxurious, romantic and adventurous. To this day our guests expect nothing less from our trains, cruise and hotels.

We are delighted to welcome groups travelling together, whether on business, or for pleasure. Whatever your requirements, organizing a special event with Orient-Express couldn’t be easier: simply contact one of our highly experienced representatives, who will give you all the advice and assistance you need, or explore the facilities of your preferred venue.

A Rewarding Experience
Clients, colleagues or friends... if you want them to enjoy an experience to remember, take them on a journey aboard the world's most famous train. Whatever the occasion, a trip aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is the ideal way to celebrate. With a minimum of 15 guests you can travel on the full London-Venice journey, or any sector of the trip. Make their experience truly unique by customizing it with special arrangements.

Wining and Dining
All table d'hote meals are included in the fare; drinks with meals are paid for in advance. You may arrange an 'open bar' facility in the Bar Car, payment for which is made before leaving the train.



Memorable Experience
Make your trip truly unique by providing a spectacular send off, a champagne welcome, or choose one of our unique events to entertain your guests on board.
For further information please do contact our Friendly Experts today.


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