La Dolce Vita Orient Express announces a new collection of Italian journeys for 2027, expanding its portfolio with itineraries connecting some of the country's most celebrated destinations: spanning vineyards, historic cities, Mediterranean coastlines and rolling countryside, the new routes offer a fresh perspective on Italy's cultural, culinary and strong heritage.
Rooted in the belief that the journey is as extraordinary as the destination, each itinerary invites guests to embrace a slower, more immersive way of travelling, where the rhythm of the train, the changing views beyond the windows and the pleasure of the passage become an essential part of the experience.
ROME, PORTOFINO, VENICE & TUSCANY From the Eternal City to the glamour of the Riviera, through the splendour of Florence and La Serenissima This itinerary unfolds through some of Italy's most evocative settings, with each destination revealing a different expression of the country's character. From Rome, the train travels north towards Portofino, where the Mediterranean comes into view and pastel fa<;ades, elegant harbourfronts and sparkling waters evoke the glamour of the Ligurian coast. The route continues to Venice, the historic crossroads between East and West, where canals, palazzi and shimmering reflections create the unmistakable atmosphere of La Serenissima. From the lagoon, the journey leads to Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance, where masterpieces, architecture and the Arno shape a city of enduring artistic significance. Along the way, the flavours of Rome, Liguria, Venice and Tuscany complement the experience, with exceptional dining onboard and authentic gastronomic encounters celebrating the character of each region.
THE ITALIAN WINE ROUTE Bolgheri & Verona The Italian Wine Route celebrates Italy's winemaking expertise through Bolgheri and Verona, two destinations where exceptional terroir, gastronomy and centuries of tradition converge. In Bolgheri, guests experience the charm of a medieval village reached through its celebrated cypress-lined avenue, surrounded by vineyards and the Mediterranean landscapes of the Tuscan coast. Renowned for its exceptional wines, the region embodies the refined pleasures of Tuscany and its enduring connection to the land. The route continues to Verona, at the heart of Veneto's celebrated wine country, where Roman heritage, medieval architecture and Renaissance elegance meet the region's distinctive culinary and winemaking traditions. Together, Bolgheri and Verona offer a refined perspective on Italy's diverse wine culture, spanning two distinctive territories shaped by their landscapes, traditions and exceptional terroir.
THE TRUFFLE ROUTE Alba & the treasures of Piedmont The Truffle Route brings La Dolce Vita Orient Express to Alba, at the heart of Piedmont's celebrated Langhe landscape and one of Italy's most renowned destinations for gastronomic excellence. Famed for its exceptional white truffle, Alba offers an immersion into a rare culinary tradition deeply rooted in the surrounding landscape and local heritage. Beyond the truffle, the route extends through the rolling hills of the Langhe, where vineyards, historic villages and the renowned wines of Barolo and Barbaresco reflect the richness and sophistication of Piedmont's culinary culture. For discerning epicureans, Alba opens a window onto a region where exceptional terroir, generations of tradition and the art of the Italian table come together.
ROME TO VENICE Through the vineyards of Bolgheri Connecting Rome and Venice, two of Italy's most celebrated cultural destinations, this journey traces the changing character of the country from the rolling Tuscan countryside to the timeless beauty of the Venetian lagoon. Along the way, guests experience the charm of Bolgheri, where the cypress-lined road, celebrated vineyards and Mediterranean setting capture the distinctive spirit of Tuscany and its rich wine heritage, shaped by exceptional terroir and generations of winemaking expertise. As the train continues north, the scenery gradually transforms, making the passage itself part of the experience. From the vineyards of the Tuscan coast to the waters of Venice, the route offers a distinctive way to experience Italy through its landscapes, culture and art of living.
ITALY, SEEN DIFFERENTLY With these new journeys, La Dolce Vita Orient Express invites travellers to experience Italy from a different perspective, not simply arriving at a destination, but savouring the landscapes, flavours and moments that unfold along the way.
From Tuscan vineyards and Mediterranean coastlines to Renaissance cities and the rolling hills of Piedmont, each itinerary makes the journey itself an integral part of the experience.
La Dolce Vita Orient Express is an invitation to slow down, look beyond the window and experience Italy in motion: one extraordinary landscape at a time.
