The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Celebrates Start of the 2011 Season

If you’ve ever dreamed of taking a journey on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, now is the time! The Orient Express is offering two complimentary nights at the legendary Hotel Cipriani in Venice when you book the Venice-London journey departing 30th March 2011. (Rooms normally start around $1300 a night.) The Cipriani has recently undergone an elegant makeover with rooms refurbished in pastel tones with fine Murano glass mirrors and Fortuny lamps they are keen to show off. This special price also includes a champagne reception on the train and transfers from the Hotel Cipriani to the station. Depart Venice late morning for your overnight journey to London, where you arrive late afternoon the next day via Austria and France. With Valentine’s Day coming up, what could possibly be a more magical way to end a romantic weekend in the world’s most beautiful city?

Rates: Start at $3,820 for a shared double cabin on The Venice-London journey (2 days / 1 night), including all meals. Click here to see full itinerary.

Offer is subject to availability. Prices are based on two persons sharing a double cabin. For single prices please contact our reservations offices. Offer valid for new bookings only and cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion. Hotel accommodation must be taken directly before your journey.

Alternatively, book any Venice to London journey departing in 2011 and receive up to 400€ credit to spend on board the train on extravagances such as champagne, caviar, fine wines, fois gras, beautiful flowers and gifts from the train’s on board boutique. To take advantage of this offer, quote code VOBC at the time of booking. Offer valid until 31st March 2011.