The Italian Wine Route
From Rome to the Tuscan wine village of Bolgheri and on to Verona, with two nights aboard and menus by Heinz Beck.
- RomeDay 1
- BolgheriDay 1
- VeronaDay 2
- RomeDay 3
Overview
This round trip on the La Dolce Vita Orient Express begins with a morning departure from Rome and lunch on board on the way to Bolgheri on the Tuscan coast. The train then heads north overnight for a day in Verona before returning to Rome on the third morning.
- Bolgheri and its cypress-lined wine country
- A full day in Verona, with the Arena and Juliet's Balcony
- Optional Amarone tasting in Valpolicella
- Lunch and dinners by three-Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck
- Live music in the Bar Car
Day by day
Day 1Rome → BolgheriOn board
After a private transfer to the lounge at Rome Ostiense, the train departs in the morning and lunch is served in the Restaurant Car. Local assistants then take you by transfer to Bolgheri, a medieval village famous for its wine, to explore or join an optional experience. Dinner and live music follow on board.
Meals: Lunch · Dinner
Day 2VeronaOn board
Breakfast is served as the train travels north to Verona, where you are transferred to the historic centre. Spend the day among its Roman ruins, palazzi and landmarks such as the Arena, or choose an optional experience. Dinner is followed by a singer, pianist and musician in the Bar Car.
Meals: Breakfast · Dinner
Day 3Return to Rome
Enjoy breakfast in your cabin or the dining car as the train returns to Rome, where the journey ends.
Meals: Breakfast
- Night 1On board
- Night 2On 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
- Use of the departure lounge at Rome Ostiense
- Deposit
- 30% of the total at booking
- Final payment
- 125 days before departure
Dates and prices
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Cabin Suite
Deluxe Cabin
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Questions about this journey
What is the route of The Italian Wine Route?
It is a round trip from Rome, stopping at Bolgheri on the Tuscan coast on the first afternoon and spending the second day in Verona before returning to Rome. Both nights are spent aboard as the train travels between stops.
Is wine tasting included?
Selected wines are served with meals on board. Winery visits, such as a drive along Bolgheri's Cypress Road or an Amarone tasting in Valpolicella, are optional experiences.
How do we get to Bolgheri?
Local assistants meet the train and take you by road into the village of Bolgheri, then bring you back to the train for dinner. The village is known for its wine and medieval streets.
What can I see in Verona?
You have the day to explore its Roman history and Renaissance streets, including the Arena and Juliet's Balcony, or to join an optional guided experience. Local assistants transfer you from the train to the historic centre and back.
When does the train leave Rome?
The train departs Rome Ostiense in the morning of the first day, with lunch served on board, and returns to Rome on the third morning. Check-in is at the train's private lounge at Rome Ostiense.
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.



