Orient Express: Let Italy Inspire You

Jason Carter
Jan 22
1 min read

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A Collection of Moments

Four Ways Through Italy

Italy reveals itself fully when time is allowed to slow. For 2026, La Dolce Vita Orient Express presents a series of curated itineraries shaped around the country’s most evocative moments to experience Italy with style.

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Love Is on the Rails

2 nights

February 13th to February 15th 2026

A romantic round-trip from Rome to Verona, Shakespeare’s city of Juliet. Cobbled streets and winter light set the mood, while onboard, subtle Valentine’s details, live music, and a Michelin-starred menu shape an atmosphere of elegant celebration.

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The Carnival Party

1 night

February 16th to February 17th 2026

A one-way voyage toward Venice at the height of Carnival. As rolling Tuscan landscapes pass by, an exclusive onboard masquerade sets the tone, before Venice emerges in full theatrical splendor. Festive yet refined, the journey reflects Italy’s art of celebration.

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Siena and the Palio

2 nights

July 1st to July 3rd 2026

A rare invitation into one of Italy’s most powerful traditions. With private Palio access from Palazzo Chigi Zondadari, refined Tuscan dining, and an onboard after-party, this roundtrip from Rome offers a rare vantage point on history and collective emotion.

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The Grand Tour

4 nights

From May to September 2026

A five-day journey tracing Italy’s diversity, from the canals of Venice to Matera’s ancient Sassi, Taormina’s coastline, and Palermo’s historic quarters. Conceived as a modern Grand Tour, the itinerary balances discovery and comfort, giving each destination time to leave its mark.