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The Classic Orient-Express journey : Paris-Budapest-Bucharest-Istanbul

  • Train : Venice Simplon Orient Express
  • Duration : Upto 7 days
The Classic Orient-Express journey : Paris-Budapest-Bucharest-Istanbul

Journey Highlights

  • Accommodation in luxurious cabins with your own personal steward
  • Enjoy sublime scenery as the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express travels into Hungary
  • A visit to beautiful Peles Castle
  • Travel in beautifully restored carriages from the 1920s, featuring elegant dining cars and opulent sleeping compartments. 
  • The route offers breathtaking views as the train traverses the picturesque countryside of England, France, and Italy. 
  • Onboard dining is a culinary experience, featuring exquisite meals prepared by top chefs. You can enjoy multi-course gourmet dinners and fine wines served in stunning dining cars. 
  • The journey includes opportunities to disembark at historic cities where you can experience the city’s culture and cuisine.
  • Overview
  • Journey Dates
  • Inclusions & Exclusions
  • Pricing

Departing just once a year, embark on this classic journey and explore an array of romantic cities aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express; Paris, Budapest, Bucharest and Istanbul.

On board, moments to treasure follow one after another. Mingle with fellow travellers over cocktails in the bar car. Savour stunning regional cuisine in the restaurant car. Or simply relax in your vintage cabin and watch the scenery unfold.

Train Departure Schedule

  • 2026 : July - September

Places Covered

Paris, Budapest, Sinaia, Bucharest North, Istanbul

Paris to Istanbul 

2026 Departures

September

25

Inclusions

 

  • COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFERS - From your Paris accommodation to the train station for check-in and departure; On arrival into Istanbul, we'll transfer you from the station to your accommodation in the city.
  • LUXURIOUS ACCOMMODATION - Three nights aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, and overnight accommodation in Bucharest and Budapest.
  • EXCITING EXCURSIONS - A city tour in Bucharest and Budapest, a Danube cruise and a visit to Pele? Castle in Romania.
  • AUTHENTIC LOCAL CUISINE - Lunch and dinner in Budapest and dinner in Bucharest.
  • SUMPTUOUS FOUR-COURSE DINNER - Each night you are aboard the train, feast on our seasonal table d'hôte menu which includes biscuits, cheeseboard and chutney.
  • SOMMELIER WINES - All table d'hôte meals include our sommelier's selection of wines when served in the restaurant cars.
  • FRENCH BREAKFASTS - Served in your cabin each morning for ultimate comfort.
  • DELICIOUS LUNCH -When you are aboard the train, enjoy a sumptuous three-course lunch as the world passes by your window.
  • DEDICATED STEWARD SERVICE - To attend to your every request as you unwind in style

 

Cabin rates starting from EUR 45315 per person for 5 nights, based on double occupancy in a Suite-Double Cabin.

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