Step aboard the world’s most famous train and journey through Europe in restored 1920s and ’30s carriages, complete with marquetry cabins, white-glove dining, and grand European stations along the way.
Revive the 1920s golden age of travel aboard restored Art Deco carriages, enjoying white-glove French gastronomy and classic European scenery. We manage every detail—from cabin selection to luxury hotel extensions.
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Rome, Italy
Zurich, Switzerland Paris, France 115 Reviews
Lucerne Mount Titlis Engelberg Interlaken Jungfraujoch Montreux Zermatt Gornergrat St. Moritz Tirano 104 Reviews
Zurich Interlaken Jungfraujoch Lausanne Zermatt Gornergrat St. Moritz Lugano Lucerne Mount Pilatus 143 Reviews
Zurich St. Gallen Zermatt Gornergrat St. Moritz Tirano 118 Reviews
Zurich St. Moritz Tirano Zermatt Gornergrat Montreux Lucerne Jungfraujoch 111 Reviews
Rome Vatican Tivoli Florence Pisa San Gimignano Venice BuranoOn the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, dining is pure theatre. Multi-course meals are served on fine china and crystal across three beautifully restored 1920s dining cars—Côte d’Azur, Etoile du Nord, and L’Oriental. From lavish lunches to formal black-tie dinners, every dish is freshly prepared onboard by world-renowned French chefs as Europe’s grandest landscapes roll past.
Multi-course fine dining is included in every fare. Menus are created by a rotating guest chef and change seasonally, pairing French-inspired dishes with regional ingredients from wherever the route passes.
Dinner is served in two seatings across the train's original 1920s–30s dining cars, with jacket-and-tie dress code required. Reservations for a specific seating and car are arranged with the steward once on board.
The Bar Car offers live piano and cocktails through the evening, while afternoon tea is served at your cabin or in the lounge shortly after departure — the classic way to start the journey.
Vegetarian, gluten-free, and other dietary requirements can be arranged in advance through the reservations team, ensuring every course still matches the level of the standard menu.
We secure high-demand Historic Cabins, Suites, and Grand Suites well before public availability opens, ensuring your preferred carriage and route are locked in.
Step into living history with hand-crafted marquetry, polished brass fittings, and lavish vintage upholstery preserved from the golden era of rail.
Journey across Europe's grandest corridors—from Paris and Venice to Vienna and Istanbul—tracing the storied path celebrated for over a century.
Indulge in multi-course meals prepared onboard by top French chefs, paired with sommelier-selected wines served on fine china and crystal.
Enjoy white-glove service in private quarters that convert seamlessly from daytime lounges to plush bedded suites with evening turn-down service.
Skip complex reservation rules and currency exchanges. Our luxury rail specialists manage every detail, from onboard suites to 5-star hotel transfers.
Yes. All meals — breakfast, lunch, and a multi-course dinner — are included in the fare, along with afternoon tea served shortly after departure. Only certain premium wines and bar purchases may cost extra.
Smart, elegant attire is expected throughout the journey, and a jacket and tie are required for men at dinner. Many guests treat the evening as an occasion to dress up, in keeping with the train’s vintage glamour.
Every booking includes a private cabin exclusive to your group — solo travelers included. Cabins convert from day seating to a bedded suite in the evening, made up by your steward while you’re at dinner.
It depends on the cabin category. Historic cabins share washrooms located at the end of each carriage, while Grand Suites include a private en-suite bathroom within the cabin itself.
The classic route runs overnight between London or Paris and Venice, typically taking around 24 hours with a short transfer across the Channel. Some seasonal itineraries extend further, stopping in cities like Vienna, Budapest, or Istanbul.
Due to the narrow corridors and original 1920s–30s carriage design, the train has limited accessibility for wheelchairs or mobility aids. It’s best to contact the reservations team directly to discuss specific needs before booking.
“Securing Venice Simplon-Orient-Express suites felt impossible everywhere else, but GoRailTours made it effortless. The 1920s Art Deco luxury and five-course French dining exceeded all expectations.”Â
October 2025
“The Paris to Venice route is pure magic. GoRailTours handled our entire itinerary, cabin selection, and hotel transfers seamlessly. Worth every single penny for a once-in-a-lifetime trip.”Â
June 2025
“White-glove service from start to finish! Our personal steward on board was incredible, and booking through GoRailTours meant zero stress with sold-out dates. Truly elite service.”Â
April 2025
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