1 night Train - 2 nights Venice - 2 nights Florence

Experience this five-night holiday combining two of Italy's most treasured destinations with the luxurious trip of a lifetime aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Travel from London to Florence and uncover the masterpieces of the "City of Art", then explore the canal-side paradise of Venice with nights in handpicked hotels in each city. DAY 1 - LONDON TO FLORENCE Fly from London to Florence today, and on arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy a two-night stay. Or if you prefer, take the train from London to Florence, with an overnight stop in cosmopolitan Geneva. Once settled in Florence, why not head to the popular Uffizi Gallery and see the Renaissance works of great artists such as Botticelli, Raphael and Michelangelo. (Overnight in Florence). Bed and Breakfast DAY 2 - FLORENCE Spend a full day exploring this magnificent city, perhaps enjoying a famous Gelato as you stroll through the city's lively Piazzas, and marvel at the magnificent dome of the Duomo Basilica. Admire the charming views along the River Arno and cross the city's oldest bridge, the 14th century Ponte Vecchio. (Overnight in Florence). DAY 3 - FLORENCE TO VENICE Enjoy breakfast in the hotel before you take the train from Florence to Venice. On arrival, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Spend the afternoon getting your bearings in the city, stroll through the city's winding streets and cross its pretty bridges, before relaxing at a pavement cafe whilst you take in your elegant surroundings. (Overnight in Venice) B DAY 4 - VENICE After breakfast, head out to explore the city further. You may wish to marvel at the Astronomical Clock at the Torre dell'Orologio in St. Mark's Square, or see the works of famous artists such as Tintoretto and Bellini at the Gallerie dell'Accademia. Stroll through the Piazza San Marco, or take a water taxi out to the islands of Murano and Burano and watch the glassblowers at work. And don't forget to treat yourself to an authentic Italian pizza! (Overnight in Venice) DAY 5 - VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESS Make your way from your hotel to Venice Santa Lucia station and board the Wagons-Lits carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Your steward will show you to your private compartment before you enjoy a three-course lunch as you gaze at the beautiful passing scenery of the Italian Dolomites and the Austrian and Swiss Alps. Afternoon tea is served in your compartment. A four-course dinner is served in the evening in one of the opulent restaurant cars. Why not head to the Bar Car '3674' for an after-dinner cocktail, accompanied by the melodies of the baby grand piano. Return to your compartment, which will have been transformed into a cosy bedroom by your Steward. (Overnight on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express). Usual departure time from Venice Santa Lucia: 11:01am DAY 6 - ARRIVAL IN LONDON The train arrives in Paris after a continental breakfast, and a delicious brunch is served in the restaurant cars as you travel on towards the French coast for the Channel crossing. On arrival in Folkestone, join the cream and umber carriages of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express' sister train, the British Pullman, for the journey to London. A traditional English afternoon tea accompanied by a glass of sparkling wine is served to you at your table as you watch the gentle scenery of Kent pass by. Suddenly, you are drawing into London Victoria station.  Call for departures dates and times. Duration and itinerary can be made bespoke to your requirements - just give us a call we will be happy to help and guide you.