For Expert Advice Call 01722 445900 A unique occasion deserves a unique experience. https://italian-short-breaks.co.uk/italian-short-breaks/scenic-trains-orient-express/il-sogno-verona-train/ Verona Opera & Venice Simplon Orient Express Break available: Sold out 4 days For those wanting the ultimate in romantic breaks, would could be better than travelling to Verona on board the luxurious Venice Simplon Orient Express? You arrive in the city famous for Romeo & Juliet, staying at the romantically located Relais Il Sogno di Giulietta in the same courtyard as Juliet's Balcony. Combine this with a visit to the Verona Opera at the Arena di Verona in Gold Central Stall seats, (the best seats in the arena) and you have a wonderful romantic break. 2018 Departure Dates for the Orient Express (train out, fly back): Jul 05, 12, Aug 09, 16 2018 Departures from Venice to UK (fly out and train back): Aug 08, 15 The price guide is located at the bottom of the page under the break. Highlights 1 night on the Venice Simplon Orient Express journeying to Verona 2 nights at 5 star Il Sogno di Giulietta, arguably the most romantic hotel in the world! Gold Central Stall tickets for Arena di Verona (best seats in the Arena) Verona Pass Card giving you free access to most museums and churches Private transfers Day by Day Itinerary Day 1 Depart London on the Venice Simplon Orient Express page 1/8
This morning begin your trip from London Victoria by the Belmond Pullman train. Enjoy a light brunch as you cross the Channel on one of the luxurious coaches, before boarding the Venice Simplon Orient Express in France. While away the hours in relaxation as you travel through Europe. Get dressed up twenties-style for your evening of first class entertainment. Cocktail dress, flapper dress, tuxedo; all are likely to be seen in the dining cars tonight! It is not mandatory for you to follow suit, but you must be in smart attire. The skilled French Chef will prepare a sumptuous 4 course dinner to re-awaken your taste buds. Please click on the first photo opposite to get a taste of this iconic train. Overnight in a Cabin on board. A la Carte Optional Extras Venice Simplon Orient Express - Upgrade to a Twin Cabin Suite Why not upgrade to a Twin Cabin Suite. Instead of having one room with bunk beds, the Cabin Suites give you a second room. You can either stay with the bunk beds and have one room for daytime and one for night use, or alternatively have the beds positioned on the floor per room. Price Per Person: From 2,170 Venice Simplon Orient Express - Upgrade to a Grand Suite The Grand Suites features a double/twin bedroom, living area with space for private dining and a sofa which can be converted into an additional bed in the evening. A private en-suite bathroom includes shower, washbasin and toilet. Enjoy the celebrated 24-hour cabin service complemented by free-flowing champagne in your suite. Price Per Person: From 6,195 page 2/8
Day 2 Arrive in Verona & Private Transfer to your hotel After a relaxing night s sleep in your cabin, wake up to a delicious breakfast served in your cabin or in the Art Nouveau styled Bar Car. Enjoy a 3 course lunch in one of the three restaurant cars The Cote d Azur with blue opaque glass classical figures, The Etoile du Nord with fantastic marquetry of wood, brass and ivory, or L Oriental which has been remastered to include black lacquer panels as its trademark. Watch the majestic mountains and countryside transform outside as your train travels through the Swiss Alps and the Italian Dolomites before arriving at its destination in Verona. Your private transfer will be waiting at the station to take you the short distance to your five star hotel, the Relais Il Sogno di Giulietta. This romantic hotel is located within the courtyard housing Juliet s statue, which is said to bring you love. It also features the balcony known from the famous scene from the play. For a sample of this romantic hotel, please click on the photo opposite. Waiting for you at hotel reception will be your Verona opera tickets and your Verona Pass Card. The Verona Pass Card allows free access to many of the local churches and museums. It also comes with a map so you can see where the main sights of interest are located and plan your time accordingly. A la Carte Optional Extras Verona - Romantic Drinks/3 Course Meal overlooking Juliet's Balcony For those wanting to celebrate a special occasion, this is certainly a unique option! Once the courtyard has been closed to the visitors, guests of Il Sogno di Giulietta can enjoy drinks served by your dedicated waiter under Juliet s balcony. Alternatively, why not enjoy a 3 course meal with your dedicated waiter serving each course to you. Price: From 45 per person for a bottle of Prosecco for 2 and Canape/finger food with your dedicated waiter. Price: From 200 per person for a 3 course meal with your dedicated waiter. Please note the price will vary between the different menus offered. page 3/8
Day 3 Day at Leisure and Attend the Opera at the Arena di Verona Spend the day exploring Verona. You can enjoy Juliet s Balcony and Tomb, Castelvecchio, the National History Museum, the Opera Museum and the various museums and churches all free with your Verona Pass Card. We would also recommend you see the arena during the day before the stunning sets are erected. If you want to buy the libretto for your opera tonight, head to the Arena Shop located within the arena. This evening attend the opera at the Arena di Verona in your Gold Central Stall seats. These are the very best seats in the arena. For a flavour of this spectacle please click on the photo link to the right. The Verona Opera 2018 schedule runs from 22 June 1 September, however we only have availability from 16 July 1 September: Carmen Jul17, 21 Aug 3, 9, 12, 22, 25, 28, 31 Aida Jul 19, 22, 27 Aug 2, 5, 7, 11, 19, 23, 29 Sep 01 Turandot Jul 18, 26 Nabucco Jul 20, 28 Aug 10, 18 Roberto Bolle & Friends Jul 25 Special Opera night: Aug 26 The Barber of Seville Aug 4, 8, 17, 24, 30 Video and Photos 2-8 inclusive opposite, copyrighted to Fondazione Arena di Verona. A la Carte Optional Extras Verona - Lake Garda Boat Trip page 4/8
This is our most popular tour and with good reason. You take a private transfer to the pier where you will join a public boat, to be taken across the scenic lake arriving at the privately owned Isola del Garda. Once there you will be given a tour of the island, perhaps even by the Borghese Cavazza family themselves, and get to learn the history of the island. The tour will include the neo gothic Venetian style villa, the landscaped luscious gardens and the fantastic view over the lake, along with tasting some of the local wine and olive oil. After arriving back on the mainland, your private transfer will take you to Sirmione, a mediaeval castle town where you can wander at your leisure through the town, purchase some souvenirs and enjoy lunch. We recommend La Speranzina Restaurant which boasts beautiful views over the lake. Your private transfer will return you to your hotel late afternoon. Price Per Person: From 220 Verona - Al Cristo Wine Tasting For those wine connoisseurs, this is a treat. Located within walking distance of your hotel is this small family run restaurant. The Maitre will take you to the cellar and introduce you to 3-4 wines. Price Per Person: From 50 for Wine Tasting Price Per Person: From 90 for Wine Tasting & Lunch Price Per Person: From 100 for Wine Tasting & Dinner Verona - Byblos Spa Day Transfer to Byblos Art Hotel and pamper yourself for the day at their luxurious spa. Enjoy the illuminated pool with hydromassage and chromotherapy, sauna, steam bath and tropical showers. Included are 1 Keraskin or Decleor treatment, hydromassage, sauna, steam room, tropical showers, use of the Technogym equipment and 3 course light lunch at the Atelier restaurant. Price Per Person: From 255 page 5/8
Day 4 At Leisure until Private Airport Transfer home At leisure until your private airport transfer for your flight home at the end of your Romantic Verona Opera & Orient Express Break. Where You'll Stay The Venice Simplon Orient Express Train The Orient Express has three levels of cabin. The first is the Double Cabin which comes with a lounge, banquette sofa and a washbasin. By night it is transformed into a bedroom with an upper and lower bed. The second is the Cabin Suite which consists of two interconnecting cabins. One room can be kept as a lounge with the second having an upper and lower berth, or make way for two single beds; one in each room. The third, new for 2018, are the Grand Suites. Each has a double/twin bedroom, a living area with space for private dining and a sofa which can be converted into an additional bed in the evening. A private en-suite bathroom includes shower, washbasin and toilet. The celebrated 24-hour cabin service is complemented by free-flowing champagne in your suite. The train also has fine dining with not two but three restaurant cars. The first is the Cote d'azure with blue opaque glass classical figures. The second is the Etoile du Nord with fantastic marquetry, and the last is L'Oriental which is stylised in black lacquer panels. page 6/8
Il Sogno di Giulietta - Verona (5 Star) It is now possible to stay in the kingdom narrated by Shakespeare in one of his most famous works, the lovers nest par excellence. The refined rooms are situated on both sides of the residence, some even having a direct view of Juliet s balcony. All rooms are luxuriously decorated with antique rugs, magnificent drapes and jacuzzis. Testimonials Truly a great way to celebrate Michelle birthday and something that we will never forget. The Orient Express was just breath taking, every aspect had been so well thought out. In Verona the hotel was truly lovely - our room was brilliant. The Opera was so much better than others that we have seen - the seats were great. Thank you for everything and making it so special!! Phil & Michelle Mark arranged this holiday for my 50th birthday and it was absolutely fantastic!! It has given us some fabulous memories so thank you so much for your professionalism, local knowledge and attention to detail. Please pass on my thanks to everyone involved. Louise Price Per Person: From 3,650 What's Included? page 7/8
1 night on board the Venice Simplon Orient Express in your own cabin 2 nights with breakfast at Relais Il Sogno di Giulietta Gold Central Stall Verona Opera seats Verona Card Return Flight to the UK (includes 1 hold bag per person) Private airport transfer Alternatively fly out and train back. Our international clients are welcome to book their own flights. For/From Verona Airport: Gatwick Manchester Wed & Sat only London Stansted Wed & Sat only Dates for the Venice Simplon Orient Express Train: 2018 Departure Dates for the Orient Express (train out, fly back): Jul 19, Aug 02 2018 Departures from Venice to UK (fly out and train back): Jun 20, 27, July 04, 11, 18, Aug 01, 15, 21 2018 Weekend a la Carte For Expert Advice Call 01722 445900 page 8/8