La Dolce Vita Orient Express · 5 days · 4 nights
The Grand Tour
Rome · Venice · Bari · Taormina · Palermo
La Dolce Vita Orient Express · 3 days, 2 nights
Eternal Stones of Matera
Two nights from Rome to the cave city of Matera, then a vintage train ride into the Abruzzo mountains to Pescocostanzo.
- RomeDay 1
- MateraDay 2
- SulmonaDay 3
- PescocostanzoDay 3
- RomeDay 3
Train stopExcursion by road
Duration3 days
Nights2
RouteRome → Rome
Places visited4
From, per personEUR 8,320
Overview
The La Dolce Vita Orient Express leaves Rome in the afternoon and runs south overnight to Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage city of cave dwellings. On the third morning, a historic train from Sulmona climbs to the mountain village of Pescocostanzo before the return to Rome.
- A day in Matera's UNESCO-listed Sassi
- Optional lunch in a cave restaurant
- Aperitivo on board as the landscape changes
- A historic train ride through the Abruzzo mountains
- Free time in baroque Pescocostanzo
Day by day
Day 1RomeOn board
A private transfer takes you to the lounge at Rome Ostiense before an afternoon departure. Dinner by chef Heinz Beck celebrates seasonal Italian ingredients. Live music in the Bar Car carries you into the first night.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2MateraOn board
After breakfast, you arrive in Matera, famed for its cave dwellings and limestone lanes. Local assistants are on hand as you explore freely or join optional experiences such as a guided visit to the Sassi or lunch in a cave restaurant. In the afternoon an Italian aperitivo is served on board, followed by dinner and live music as the train heads for Sulmona.
Meals: Breakfast · Dinner
Day 3Sulmona → Pescocostanzo → Rome
The train arrives at Sulmona, where local guides take you aboard a historic train through the mountains to Pescocostanzo. Enjoy free time among its cobbled streets and baroque architecture. In the afternoon you rejoin the train for the return to Rome Ostiense.
Where you spend each night
- Night 1On board
- Night 2On board
The map is schematic. Dashed lines are excursions by road.
Entry level
Deluxe Cabin
12 cabins · 7 m²
- 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
Most popular
Suite
18 suites · 11 m²
- 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
One of a kind
La Dolce Vita Suite
1 suite · 30 m²
- 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
- Historic train excursion from Sulmona to Pescocostanzo
- Deposit
- 30% of the total at booking
- Final payment
- 125 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.
Cabin Suite
October 17, 2026
EUR 9,800.00 pp dbl
October 17, 2026
EUR 16,660.00 pp sgl
Deluxe Cabin
October 17, 2026
EUR 8,320.00 pp dbl
October 17, 2026
EUR 15,808.00 pp sgl
Join the waitlist
This departure is currently sold out. Leave your details and we will contact you the moment a cabin becomes available.
Questions about this journey
What is special about Matera?
Matera is a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its ancient cave dwellings and lanes carved from limestone. You have the day there to explore or to join an optional guided experience.
What is the historic train ride on day three?
From Sulmona, local guides take you on a vintage train through the Abruzzo mountains to the village of Pescocostanzo, where you have free time before rejoining the main train. It is a memorable way to see the mountain landscapes of Abruzzo.
Can I eat in a cave restaurant in Matera?
Yes, lunch in a cave restaurant is one of the optional experiences you can reserve for your day in Matera. Other options include a guided exploration of the Sassi and a private visit to a historic cave dwelling.
When does the journey end?
After the morning in Pescocostanzo, the train leaves in the afternoon of the third day and returns to Rome Ostiense. Arrival in Rome is later that day.
Which meals are included on board?
Dinner is served on both evenings and breakfast on the second morning, along with an aperitivo on the second afternoon. Selected wines and drinks are included.
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.
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