Venice Holidays by Rail

V enice, in the North East of Italy, is comprised of over one hundred small islands, famously linked by a series of canals. Gondolas ferry tourists and locals to their destinations which may include St Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Piazza San Marco. The Venice Simplon-Orient Express and high-speed trains connecting Venice to Rome, Florence, Milan and the rest of Italy, terminate at the Santa Lucia station which opens out onto the Grand Canal.

Recommended Itineraries

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Venice, Florence and Rome
Venice, Florence and Rome From $1,899 per person // 10 days Discover Italy’s three most popular cities in one itinerary, with high-speed rail travel in-between and plenty of time to explore.
Essential Cities of Northern Italy
Essential Cities of Northern Italy From $1,699 per person // 10 days Surrounded by incredible natural beauty, Italy’s northern cities are lively centres of history, art and gastronomy. Enjoy four of Italy’s most iconic cities with easy centre to centre connections by rail.
Classic Orient-Express London to Venice
Classic Orient-Express London to Venice From $5,699 per person // 5 days Take the train which has inspired a thousand romances - and a famous murder-mystery! Enjoy the height of luxury on board the Orient Express bound for the Italian city of Venice and then return through the picture-perfect Swiss Alps.
Grand Tour of Italy
Grand Tour of Italy From $3,099 per person // 19 days This epic exploration of Italy's finest cities and most beautiful countryside takes you from Venice down to Sicily and back. Visit the elegant cities of Rome and Florence, and relax on the Amalfi Coast and Lake Como.

Our Recommended Hotels in Venice

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Hotel Bisanzio

Combining the traditional Venetian style with a great location and modern facilities, the Hotel Bisanzio is a great base in Venice, just 10 minutes’ walk from St Mark’s Square. Guest rooms come with free Wi-Fi, wooden floors and Murano-glass lamps. There is also a delicious buffet breakfast served daily.
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Hotel Gabrielli

Set in a 14th-century Venetian Palazzo, this elegant hotel overlooks the Venetian Lagoon, and is a short walk from St Mark’s Square.

Rooms feature beautiful Venetian-style furnishings and modcons including flat screen TVs.
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Palazzo Giovanelli

With panoramic views over the Grand Canal, Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli dates back to the 16th century. St Mark’s Square is just a few stops away on the water bus. This former palace has been home to the Doge of Venice, and Mozart’s family. The spacious lounges feature Murano-glass chandeliers and elegant Italian furniture.
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Bauer L’Hotel & Il Palazzo

Located just off the famous St Mark’s Square, this splendid hotel is an icon of Venice. The hotel consists of the Bauer L’Hotel, the Casanova Rooms annexe and the palatial Bauer Il Palazzo, which fronts onto the Grand Canal. The De Pisis restaurant is known throughout the city for its quality and service.
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Luna Baglioni Hotel

One of the Leading Hotels of the World, the Luna Baglioni is simply the best in Venetian opulence. Housed in a magnificent Venetian Palace, the hotel boasts an award-winning restaurant, Canova, as well as Caffe Baglioni, where delicious coffees and pastries are available throughout the day.

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