Italian Swing
A golf journey from Rome: three rounds on celebrated courses in Apulia, the Val d'Orcia and Umbria, with nights aboard the train.
- RomeDay 1
- FasanoDay 2
- Castiglion del BoscoDay 3
- AntognollaDay 4
- RomeDay 4
Overview
Designed for golfers, this round trip on the La Dolce Vita Orient Express plays San Domenico Golf Club on the Adriatic, The Club at Castiglion del Bosco in the Val d'Orcia and Antognolla Golf. A touring golf professional travels with the group, and non-golfers have curated art, culture and wellbeing experiences.
- Links-style golf at San Domenico above the Adriatic
- The Club at Castiglion del Bosco in the UNESCO-listed Val d'Orcia
- A final round at Antognolla Golf
- An internationally known golf professional on board
- Concierge handling of golf bags and equipment hire
- Gourmet bites from Heinz Beck out on the course
Day by day
Day 1RomeOn board
A private transfer brings you to the lounge at Rome Ostiense before an evening departure. Dinner is served in the Restaurant Car, followed by a pianist and vocalist as the train heads south towards the first course.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2San Domenico Golf ClubOn board
Breakfast is served as the train reaches Apulia, and you transfer to San Domenico Golf Club at Fasano, a links-style course overlooking the Adriatic. After the round you return to the train for dinner with selected wines. The Bar Car comes alive with music as the train travels on.
Meals: Breakfast · Dinner
Day 3The Club at Castiglion del BoscoOn board
Today's round is in Tuscany at The Club at Castiglion del Bosco, a private course among vineyards and woodland in the Val d'Orcia. Back on board, dinner brings a contemporary touch to Tuscan tradition. Cocktails and live music follow in the Bar Car.
Meals: Dinner
Day 4Antognolla Golf → Rome
The final round is played at Antognolla Golf, one of Italy's most scenic courses. You then return to the train for the journey back through the Tuscan landscape to Rome Ostiense.
- Night 1On board
- Night 2On board
- Night 3On board
The map is schematic. Dashed lines are excursions by road.
Deluxe Cabin
- Sofa converts to a 140 × 190 cm double bed
- Mirrored back wall and wood-slat ceiling
- Ensuite bathroom with shower
- Ottomans double as tables and stools
- In-room safe
Suite
- Set up as a master bedroom with a 140 × 190 cm bed
- Sofa plus table and two armchairs
- Ensuite bathroom with shower
- Larger luggage space
- Double or twin arrangement
La Dolce Vita Suite
- Living and dining area, bedroom and walk-in wardrobe
- Bedroom bathtub plus a marble bathroom with double sinks
- Windows on both sides of the train
- Personal suite conductor and dedicated menu
- Private car transfers to and from the train
One Suite is specially adapted for guests with reduced mobility and is located close to the shared cars.
- Private transfer to the departure station
- Accommodation in your chosen Deluxe Cabin or Suite
- All meals on board as set out in the itinerary
- Selected wines and spirits, mineral water, soft drinks, tea and coffee
- Onboard entertainment, including live music in the Bar Car
- Transfers between the train and the town centre at each stop
- Concierge management of golf bags and equipment rental
- Accompaniment by an internationally known golf professional
- Refreshments and gourmet bites on the course
- Balls, tees and personalised course maps
- Deposit
- 30% of the total at booking
- Final payment
- 125 days before departure
Dates and prices
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Cabin Suite
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Questions about this journey
Which golf courses are played on Italian Swing?
The journey plays San Domenico Golf Club in Apulia, The Club at Castiglion del Bosco in the Val d'Orcia, and Antognolla Golf. An optional package can add an extra day at Marco Simone Golf Club near Rome.
Can a non-golfer join this journey?
Yes. Guests who don't play can enjoy curated experiences in art, culture and wellbeing at each stop while golfers are on the course.
Do I need to bring my own clubs?
A dedicated concierge manages golf bags from the moment of booking and can arrange premium equipment rental chosen to suit you. Fresh balls, tees and personalised course maps are provided on the course.
Who accompanies the golfers?
An internationally known professional golfer travels with the group, and a starter manages tee-off times so groups play at regular intervals. Flights are also composed with care so that players are well matched.
Can I extend the trip with more golf in Rome?
Yes. An optional golf package adds a night in Rome and a round at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club after the train returns, along with green fees and private transfers.
How do I check prices and dates?
Fares depend on the departure and the cabin category you choose. Live dates and fares are shown on this page, and our reservations team can help on (866) 484-7882.



