Paris to Portofino with Splendido
South through Dijon, Lyon and Avignon, along the Riviera past Cannes and Nice, then two nights at Splendido above Portofino's harbour.
- ParisDay 1
- Santa Margherita LigureDay 2
- PortofinoDay 2
Overview
Begin with a champagne reception in Paris and a night rolling south towards the Riviera. After breakfast past Cannes and Nice and lunch along the Ligurian coast, leave the train at Santa Margherita Ligure for two nights at Splendido, with a gala dinner on La Terrazza overlooking the Gulf of Tigullio.
- Champagne reception on boarding in Paris
- Route through Dijon, Lyon and Avignon
- Breakfast past Cannes and Nice, lunch along the Ligurian coast
- Two nights at Splendido overlooking Portofino
- Tennis clinic, guided hike to the lighthouse or pizza masterclass
- Gala dinner with live music at La Terrazza
Day by day
Day 1Paris → Riviera, overnight on boardOn board
Board in Paris with a celebratory champagne reception and settle into your cabin. Pastries with tea or coffee are served as the train glides through Dijon, Lyon and Avignon toward the Riviera. In the evening, savour a gourmet dinner with fine wines, then enjoy live piano and cocktails in Bar Car 3674.
Meals: Afternoon pastries · Dinner
Day 2Cannes and Nice → PortofinoSplendido, Portofino
Wake to southern French views with breakfast in your cabin, then travel past Cannes and Nice into Italy and along the coast by Genoa. After a three-course lunch, leave the train at Santa Margherita Ligure and transfer to Splendido. Relax by the pool or at the spa; dinner, cocktails and spa treatments tonight are at extra cost.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch
Day 3PortofinoSplendido, Portofino
Breakfast on La Terrazza overlooking the bay, then try a tennis clinic, a guided hike to Portofino lighthouse or a pizza masterclass with the grill's chef. As evening falls, an aperitif precedes a gala dinner by chef Corrado Corti on La Terrazza, with live music and views over the Gulf of Tigullio. Lunch and extra activities are at extra cost.
Meals: Breakfast · Dinner
Day 4Portofino
A final breakfast on La Terrazza, looking down at the yachts in the bay, and time for a last wander through the grounds before checking out and continuing your travels.
Meals: Breakfast
- Night 1On board
- Night 2Splendido, Portofino
- Night 3Splendido, Portofino
The map is schematic. Dashed lines are excursions by road.
Historic Cabin
- Banquette seating by day, upper and lower berths by night
- Washbasin cabinet and curated amenities
- Shared restrooms at the end of each sleeping car
- Original carriages, each with its own story
Suite
- Private marble en-suite bathroom with mosaic floor
- Bed converts to a lounge by day
- Themed on forests, mountains, countryside and lakes
- Art Deco-inspired fabrics and marquetry
Grand Suite
- Separate living area and sleeping area
- Marbled en-suite bathroom and luxury bathrobes
- Free-flowing champagne
- Named after cities such as Venice, Vienna, Prague and Istanbul
L'Observatoire
- Conceived with the artist JR
- Library-tearoom, lounge and bedroom
- Personalised service, from breakfast in bed to vinyl evenings
- Private transfers on some packages
Historic Cabins share restrooms at the end of each carriage; Suites, Grand Suites and L'Observatoire have private bathrooms.
- One night aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express and two nights at the reimagined Splendido in Portofino
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner and sommelier-selected wines on board
- Private transfer from your Paris accommodation to the station and a shared transfer from Santa Margherita Ligure to Splendido (private for Grand Suite and L'Observatoire guests)
- Complimentary shuttle between Splendido and Portofino's piazzetta
- Breakfast, a drinks reception and a gala dinner at La Terrazza
- Hotel experiences such as a tennis clinic, a guided hike to Portofino lighthouse or a pizza masterclass
- Deposit
- 15% of the total at booking
- Final payment
- 61 days before departure
Dates and prices
Live availability. Choose a cabin type, then select Book Now to reserve online, or Join waitlist on sold-out dates.
Historic Cabin
Suite - Double
Suite - Twin
Grand Suite
L'Observatoire
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Questions about this journey
Which station do I leave the train at?
The train arrives at Santa Margherita Ligure in the afternoon, and a transfer takes you to Splendido above Portofino. The transfer is shared, or private for Grand Suite and L'Observatoire guests.
Which way does the train travel?
South from Paris through Dijon, Lyon and Avignon overnight, then past Cannes and Nice into Italy and along the Ligurian coast by Genoa. It is one of the most scenic routes the train runs, with the sea in view for much of the second day.
Which hotel meals are included?
Breakfast each morning, a drinks reception and a gala dinner at La Terrazza are included. Dinner on the first hotel night, lunches and spa treatments are at extra cost.
How do I get into Portofino village?
A complimentary shuttle runs between Splendido and Portofino's piazzetta. It makes it easy to enjoy the piazzetta and harbour during your stay.
How many nights are on the train?
One night on board from Paris, followed by two nights at Splendido, for three nights in total. The journey begins with a celebratory champagne reception in Paris.
How do I check dates and fares for Paris to Portofino?
Fares vary with the cabin category you choose, from a Historic Cabin to a Grand Suite. Live dates and fares are shown on this page, and our reservations team can help on (866) 484-7882.
