Best Orient Express Deals for 2020 & 2021

Venice Simplon Orient Express Deals - Europe Sleeper Train

A European sleeper train offering journeys between one and seven nights

Still using authentic carriages from the Golden Age of Travel, the Venice Simplon-Orient Express is the epitome of modern-day rail travel. By using genuine carriages kept in exceptional condition, a journey aboard this luxury train is nothing short of breath-taking. Possibly the most authentic way of truly experiencing what it was like in the 1930’s aboard the original Orient Express, our 2020 & 2021 Orient Express deals aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express are some of the most sought after.

The Venice Simplon Orient Express departs from major cities all over Europe for a one-night, one-way journey that you'll never forget. Longer journeys are available, including one that retraces the original Orient Express route. On booking guests are given the choice of cabin styles, each with their own unique character and increasing amounts of space and luxury. The ticket price includes all meals which are prepared on board by chefs, drinks and any hotels, transfers or extras outlined in each journey.

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Why choose the Venice Simplon Orient Express

Made from 18 authentic and beautifully restored carriages including a bar car and dining cars, the Venice Simplon Orient Express is the closest you will get to experiencing the original train from the novels and movies. Every carriage is unique and beautifully finished with lavish fabrics and fine woods, taking you back to the Golden Age of Travel. As standard, all meals are included as well as a 24 hour steward service, meaning if you fancy a top-up of your favourite tipple just before bed in the comfort of your own cabin, a steward is just moments away.

For the ultimate Orient Express train trip, the Venice Simplon Orient Express has to be it. With everything you would hope for from a luxury journey; from the ever-changing scenery outside to the glitz and glamour inside, the VSOE is guaranteed to be a journey of a lifetime and truly memorable luxury train journey. For more information about our Venice Simplon Orient Express deals & journeys,.

Orient Express UK Day Trips

There are two main Orient Express style trains in the UK, the Belmond British Pullman and the Northern Belle. Both offer exceptional opulence and exquisite cuisine aboard all of their journeys, but differ in terms of dates, journey types and departure locations and make up some of the best Orient Express deals in the UK. These trains offer Orient Express UK day trips rather than sleeper journeys, but still offer a taste of what travelling aboard some of the most luxurious trains in the world is like.

Tickets for the Orient Express UK journeys are generally available in two styles of journeys; those that take passengers to a destination and allow them to disembark to explore a country house or beauty spot before returning to the train, and those that simply continue along a scenic route while passengers enjoy the glorious ever-changing view and the sumptuous cuisine being served. Which ever UK Orient Express journey passengers choose, both the British Pullman and Northern Belle return back to their departure stations the same day.

Belmond British Pullman Deals - Orient Express Train UK

Orient Express Day Trips across the UK

The Belmond British Pullman is the sister train of the famous Belmond Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. Offering the same levels of luxury, albeit without the sleeper carriages, the Belmond British Pullman is the perfect choice for a taste of luxury on rails. Unlike the Northern Belle, the British Pullman only departs from London Victoria, however many guests make a weekend of it by opting to stay in one of the many hotels nearby in London. The British Pullman offers journeys where you stay aboard for the entire journey, usually enjoying sumptuous cuisine as you watch the glorious British countryside glide by, as well as journeys where you stop at a location for a few hours where you can explore by yourself.
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A typical British Pullman journey involves a welcome drink as you arrive at your reserved seat. Seats are available on a private table of two or a shared table of four, which passengers can choose upon booking. There are generally two types of British Pullman journeys; destination journeys that arrive at a point of interest such as a historic town or stately home, where passengers are free to disembark, take a tour or explore at their own will. Or alternatively, journeys that focus on the fine cuisine being served that don't stop but instead take guests on a scenic route around Great Britain as passengers enjoy exquisite food on board.

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Why choose the British Pullman

The British Pullman may not be a sleeper train but that doesn’t stop it from being any less luxurious. Made up of 11 beautifully restores authentic carriages from the 1920’s and 1930’s, stepping aboard the Belmond British Pullman is like stepping back in time. Evoking a sense of opulence with beautifully lavish décor and exquisite cuisine prepared fresh on board by talented chefs, the British Pullman gives passengers a taste of what it was like to journey aboard the original Orient Express.

Ideal for those looking for a short trip on the Orient Express experience or luxury train day trip, the British Pullman is easily accessible with all journeys departing and returning to London Victoria the same day. The ticket price includes all meals, drinks and entry to any locations the train may visit on the journey.

Northern Belle Deals - Orient Express Train UK

An Orient Express style train offering UK Day Trips

The Northern Belle departs from various stations all over the UK on round trips back to your original departure point. Famous for ‘at leisure’ style journeys, the Northern Belle is a relaxing train that also visits popular events such as Cheltenham, Christmas Markets, Flower Shows, London Theatre Shows and many more. Offering some of the most affordable Orient Express Deals, the Northern Belle allows you to experience the Orient Express right from the UK.
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A typical journey aboard the Northern Belle is relaxed and less formal than some sleeper journeys. Guests are greeted on board, shown to their seats and served fine cuisine as the glorious British countryside glides past. Some journeys focus on the food and don't stop, allowing guests to enjoy the fine cuisine and marvel at the ever-changing landscape. Some journeys however, take passengers to a British point of interest where guests disembark to take a tour or enjoy leisure time before rejoining the train for a meal as the Northern Belle heads back to where it departed from.

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Belmond Royal Scotsman Deals - Scotland Luxury Train Trips

Orient Express style trips across Scotland & Great Britain

Scotland’s very own Orient Express style train, the Belmond Royal Scotsman offers some truly exceptional journeys through the highlands. Offering arguable some of the most breath-taking views in Great Britain, the Royal Scotsman is a sleeper train that departs from Edinburgh and offers a whole host of journeys. Taking you on private tours of exceptional stately homes, gardens or even distilleries, the journeys aboard the Royal Scotsman take you on a real adventure. And after a day exploring the delights of Scotland, you’re treated to multiple course meals and traditional entertainment.

The Royal Scotsman combines the stunning scenery with lavish luxuries while taking you to some of Scotland's hidden treasures. With luxury train journeys lasting from three to seven nights, passengers are treated to an exceptional tour of Scotland, and in some cases, beyond. The ticket price includes all meals on board as well as a free-flowing bar stocked with fine wines and whiskies, plus entry to all locations the train visits including stately homes, areas of natural beauty and much more.

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Why choose the Royal Scotsman

With 10 authentic carriages, en-suite cabins and even an on board spa, the Belmond Royal Scotsman is one of the most luxurious Orient Express style luxury trains in the world. With every meal being prepared by talented chefs, a free-flowing bar stocked with authentic Scottish whiskies and beautiful dining and bar cars, the Royal Scotsman is a fine way to explore Scotland.

These journeys are definitely ones to aspire to, with the epic highlands outside and lavish luxury inside, it’s a truly amazing way to spend three to seven nights. The price of the ticket includes all meals, transfers and entry to all locations the train may stop at during it’s journey.

Belmond Grand Hibernian Deals - Ireland Orient Express

Orient Express style luxury train journeys across Ireland

The most luxurious train in Ireland, the Belmond Grand Hibernian is Ireland’s Orient Express alternative. Similar to the Royal Scotsman, the Grand Hibernian is operated by Belmond and offer journeys that are typically three to seven days in length. Similarly to the Royal Scotsman, the Grand Hibernian also offers themed journeys to castles, stately homes and location highlights of Ireland.

Similar in style and price to the Royal Scotsman, the Grand Hibernian is a sleeper train with 1930’s style carriages. Private accommodation is also included with every journey and offers sumptuous living quarters and an en-suite. As expected, the Grand Hibernian brings with it exceptional levels of service with exquisite cuisine prepared fresh on-board and a bar with complimentary alcoholic beverages.

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Why choose the Grand Hibernian

The Grand Hibernian is a modern take on the Orient Express luxury train trip. A much newer train that boasts 10 luxurious carriages and luxurious cabins complete with en-suite shower and WC. Departing and returning to Dublin, the Grand Hibernian offers luxury journeys between two and six nights long, taking guests to Ireland’s highlight locations, including distilleries, places of beauty and stately homes.

A journey aboard this Irish luxury train is the ideal way to explore Ireland in unrivalled levels of comfort. Once you have your ticket, all meals are included as well as the free-flowing bar and friendly 24 hour steward service. Access to all locations the train may stop at during it’s journey, including transfers, are also included in the price.

Belmond Eastern & Oriental Express - Asian Orient Express

A luxury sleeper train that travels across Southeast Asia

A similar name but a different train, the Belmond Eastern & Oriental Express transverses through Southeast Asia in style, visiting cities such Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok. An elegant sleeper train with journeys that typical range from two to seven days, the Eastern & Oriental Express is the ultimate luxury train for sight-seeing in pure, unrivalled comfort. With elegant wood panelling and exceptional private suites for you to retire after a day of exploring, the Eastern & Oriental Express provides the ultimate journeys for those seeking to head East.

The Belmond Eastern & Oriental Express visits many modern cities but does included guided sight-seeing tours to more traditional hot spots. Some journeys also include a choice of excursions for you to really immerse yourself in the local culture.

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Why choose the Eastern & Oriental Express

Luxury travel at it’s very finest, the Belmond Eastern & Oriental Express travels between Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok in what can only be described as 5 star levels of luxury. Each private cabin is luxurious, spacious and offers an en-suite shower as well as WC and air conditioning for optimal comfort.

While these journeys are shorter than some, they still offer the best possible way to see a lot of Southeast Asia in a short amount of time, all the while experiencing lavish levels of luxury. With stunning ever-changing landscapes outside and beautiful cabins inside, and with some journeys making stops to areas of interest along the way, this is the alternative way to travel the world and experience luxury.

Belmond Andean Explorer Deals - Peruvian Orient Express

A modern luxury train that travels across Peru, South America

One of the most luxurious trains in South America and the world, the Andean Explorer is a modern take on the traditional luxury train journey with 16 luxury carriages, ultra-luxurious cabins and even an on board spa. All cabins are en-suite and include a shower and WC as well as air conditioning and even oxygen should passengers require on some of the journeys with a higher altitude. The entire train has been designed to be place of pure relaxation as you take in the stunning landscapes that glide by.

Andean Explorer tickets include all meals and a free-flowing bar as well as all guides and tours that may be in the journey’s itinerary. Journeys are one-way as standard, but guests can choose to travel return between Cusco, Puno and Arequipa should they wish.

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Why choose the Andean Explorer

Exceptional landscapes deserve an equally exceptional way to travel. The Belmond Andean Explorer is a truly unique train with everything you could need for a truly spectacular journey around Peru. With a spacious, light and cosy cabins, you can relax in solitude or head to the Lounge Car for a beverage and to socialise with fellow passengers. With 16 luxurious carriages, there’s plenty of room to do whatever you please.

Peru’s landscapes are some of the most stunning in the world and getting to see them all can be a challenge. However when you’re on board a train that effortlessly glides across Peru in what can only be described as 5 star luxury, seeing the very best Peru has to offer becomes much easier and much more relaxing.

Belmond Hiram Bingham

With 1920’s style carriages, the Belmond Hiram Bingham is an Orient Express style train that covers Cusco and Machu Picchu in Peru. A once-in-a-lifetime journey that combines luxury with adventure, this train focuses on taking you through the historic ‘lost’ sights of Peru in avant-garde style. Named after the explore who discovered the Inca citadel, the Hiram Bingham is sumptuously decorated with fine woods and fabrics complimented with fine cuisine.

A train for those looking for adventure, the Hiram Bingham takes you through the South American jungle on a voyage that fuses 1920’s style luxury in Pullman-style carriages, with epic sights and stories to tell when you return.

The Hiram Bingham runs regularly throughout the year, rather then specified journeys. Please contact us below for pricing and availability.

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Cheap Orient Express Deals UK

The cheapest way to experience an Orient Express style luxury train would be to book a day trip in the UK. While these trains won’t offer your own private accommodation, nor the exotic sites across Europe, Asia and beyond, you will still experience unrivalled levels of luxury aboard a genuine Pullman-style carriage.

A cheap Orient Express deal doesn’t mean holding back on luxury. Stepping aboard the Northern Belle or the Belmond British Pullman, some journeys can cost as little as £200 per ticket and still offer the same level of luxury you would experience for journeys ten times the cost. These lower cost journeys tend to be round-trips aboard the train without stopping, but you’ll still be served exquisite cuisine, usually in the form of a lunch or afternoon tea rather than a multiple-course dinner.

These journeys are perfect as gifts for special occasions or treating someone special.