WHISPERS AT MIDNIGHT

Begin your New Year’s adventure in Rome at the exclusive La Dolce Vita Lounge, where an elegant welcome sets the tone for the journey ahead. Step aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express and travel to your first destination, the picturesque town of Montalcino. Here, you may choose from bespoke à la carte experiences or simply unwind amid the serene Tuscan landscape.

As evening falls, return to the train for a refined dinner, accompanied by live music that sets a joyful mood. The journey then continues to Venice, where a scenic boat ride through the city’s enchanting canals leads to time at leisure or carefully curated explorations.

That evening, step back aboard for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration: a Michelin-starred feast created by Heinz Beck, paired with dazzling burlesque, captivating live performances, and a vibrant DJ set to carry you into the early hours.

Awaken the next morning to a leisurely breakfast as the train glides gracefully back to Rome — the perfect finale to a truly unforgettable New Year’s celebration.

DAY ONE

Departing the Eternal City at midday, your journey carries you into the rolling hills of Tuscany. By afternoon, you’ll arrive in Montalcino — a medieval gem celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes and world-renowned Brunello wine. Here, local hosts will greet you and provide seamless transfers, giving you the freedom to savour the town at your own pace. Whether you choose to unwind quietly or embrace one of our exclusive à la carte experiences, Montalcino offers a true taste of Tuscan beauty and culture.

As evening falls, step back aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express for an unforgettable dining experience. Three-Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck presents a masterful dinner, where each dish reflects elegance, balance, and the deep traditions of Italian cuisine.

Afterwards, the Bar Car comes alive with music. A gifted pianist, accompanied by musicians and a soulful vocalist, fills the night with enchanting melodies — the perfect finale to your first day aboard. Then, retreat to the comfort of your private cabin, lulled by the rhythm of the rails, as the train carries you toward the discoveries awaiting you at your next destination.

DAY TWO

Begin the final day of the year with a leisurely breakfast, served in the privacy of your cabin or within the elegant restaurant car. By morning, the train arrives at Venezia Santa Lucia, where local hosts await to escort you on a scenic boat transfer through the city’s iconic canals, delivering you straight into the heart of Venice. Here, you may explore at your own pace or select from curated à la carte experiences, each designed to showcase the city’s unmistakable charm.

In the afternoon, reboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express as the atmosphere transforms in anticipation of the night ahead. A captivating burlesque performance sets the stage with playful elegance and vintage glamour, before you are welcomed into the restaurant car for a magnificent New Year’s Eve dinner. Crafted by three-Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck, this exquisite feast blends creativity with refinement, making every course a celebration.

As the clock draws closer to midnight, the evening unfolds into a crescendo of festivity. Raise a glass with elegant toasts, delight in a second burlesque show, and lose yourself in live music from a pianist and vocalist. When the New Year arrives, the Bar Car comes alive with a vibrant DJ set, transforming the train into a dazzling celebration.

This extraordinary evening is designed to enchant and inspire — the perfect finale to a day steeped in beauty, flavour, and unforgettable moments.

DAY THREE

The first morning of the year unfolds in tranquillity, with a leisurely breakfast served in the privacy of your cabin or within the elegant restaurant car as the train glides toward the Eternal City. At 11:00 am, you arrive at Roma Ostiense station, where the La Dolce Vita Lounge offers a final moment of comfort and calm. Here, you may pause, reflect, and savour the memories of your extraordinary journey before stepping back into the world beyond the rails.

Though the adventure draws to a close, its spirit endures — a tapestry of beauty, discovery, and celebration that will stay with you long after the train has gently come to rest.

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OPTIONAL OFFBOARD EXPERIENCES - CONTACT US FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO ADD THESE TO YOUR BOOKING

Day One:

Montalcino: a Brunello affair - £450 per passenger

Antinori winery: a private invitation - £450 per passenger

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Day Two:

Venice and the Scuola Grande di San Rocco - £840 per passenger

Venice and Its Collections - £1,000 per passenger

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The initial price without upgrades is per person for the Deluxe Cabin option, which features its own En-Suite, wooden slat ceilings, mirrored walls and a sofa that your steward will unfold and make up into a double bed for the night. The space is utilised fantastically and offers a welcoming home from home with plush, soft carpet and natural wood.

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THE DELUXE CABINS

The deluxe cabins are designed with cool colours for the architectural shell and coverings, mirrored back walls, and wooden slat ceilings. At night, the sofa transforms into a double bed, while the ottomans can be used as coffee tables or stools. The space is crafted to feel inviting and adaptable. The use of various materials, from the soft carpet to the natural wood on the ceiling, creates a cosy travel ambience.

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THE SUITE CABINS

The suite cabins are designed as luxurious master bedrooms, complete with a sofa and a table accompanied by two armchairs, for social interaction while onboard. The furniture hues vary from inviting warm orange/terracotta to purple, accented with brass details. To enhance the spaciousness, smoked antique mirror surfaces adorn the walls, and the ceiling is finished in glossy lacquered "burnt Sienna".

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