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A work of art in itself and a true Art Deco icon, the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is one of the world’s most famous luxury trains. Step aboard and experience truly elegant travel, wrapped in timeless romance.
Adventure and style are all intimately bound in journeys that crisscross Europe, rolling through sublime scenery to some of the continent’s most alluring cities. Delightful vintage cabins, gastronomic cuisine and lively onboard entertainment make a journey on this luxury train one of the world’s finest travel experiences.
The golden age of travel may have been in the Roaring Twenties, but the art of journeying in style is still alive and well today.

That sense of wonder can still be felt with the variety of journeys offered aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. UK to France and Italy on overnight trips, extended voyages to Istanbul and Budapest… Whichever the destination, your time on the rails is guaranteed to provide unforgettable memories.

Savour the beautiful surroundings. Marvel at the opulent interiors, sparkling crystal, plush fabrics and polished woods. Relax in your own cabin as you look out over stunning landscapes.

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All bookings made on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express through L’e Marquis qualify for BEARMILES and BEARPLUS advantages.

December to Mid March

Day 1:
Noon: Arrive in Verona airport where your driver will be waiting to welcome you. You will head to the charming village of San Cassiano in the breath-taking Dolomites.
Lunch: On the way take the wine route and stop for a delicious meal with great local produce
Afternoon: You will check in a stunning alpine 5 star hotel in the heart of San Cassiano.
Dinner: Enjoy a sublime dinner at the hotel’s Michelin star restaurant where you will get to see a true genius at work and taste his wonderful creations.

Day 2:
Morning: You guide will pick you up to take you on a fat bike tour of Alta Badia stunning snowy landscapes.
Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Alpine lunch with fresh local ingredients at a rifugio.
Afternoon: Head back to the hotel to relax. Late afternoon regroup for a yoga session
Dinner: Enjoy a wonderful dinner at a charming local steak house.

Day 3:
Morning: Live a day like James Bond on the thrilling Italian Alps. Together with a local ex-world champion, you will take a Helicopter from Cortina and fly over the Alps where you will eventually arrive on top a Mountain and enjoy a thrilling heli-skiing experience in company of the champion.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch in a refugio which has been entirely privatized for you to enjoy the finest of Cucina Ampezzana.
Afternoon: Head to Misurina for a thrilling snowmobile experience.
Dinner: Enjoy a fantastic dinner in charming restaurant in Cortina run by a talented chef that trained under Chef Bottura.

Day 4:
Morning: Enjoy a day of skiing in Alta Badia. The numerous cable car lifts allow you to discover the stunning landscapes and pistes.
Lunch: Have lunch in an Alpine hut where a local chef will prepare a mouth-watering menu.
Afternoon: Continue your skiing and regroup at the end of the day for an apre ski experience.
Dinner: Have a wine tasting and delicious dinner in a Michelin star restaurant.

Day 5:
Morning: Head back to Verona and stop on the way to a great Amarone producer for a tasting.
Lunch: Enjoy a guided gastro-cultural city tour of Verona.
Afternoon: Departure at Verona airport

This is a sample Winter Tour. We can arrange a tour to suit your requirements. Contact anna@lemarquisluxury.com

April to Mid October

Day 1:
Noon: Arrive in Verona airport where your driver will be waiting to welcome you. You will head to the charming village of San Cassiano in the breath-taking Dolomites.
Lunch: On the way take the wine route and stop for a delicious meal with great local produce
Afternoon: You will check in a stunning alpine 5 star hotel in the heart of San Cassiano.
Dinner: Enjoy a sublime dinner at the hotel’s Michelin star restaurant where you will get to see a true genius at work and taste his wonderful creations.

Day 2:
Morning: Head off with a private guide to Fanes-Sennes-Braies, a UNESCO natural Park where you will discover the beauties of the Dolomites. While hiking your guide will show you the varieties of wild herbs that can be found in the area.
Lunch: Enjoy a luxurious picnic that has been carefully prepared with fresh local ingredients.
Afternoon: After a short break you will continue your hiking discovery. In the late afternoon your driver will pick you up and head back to San Cassiano.
Dinner: Enjoy a wonderful dinner at a charming local steak house.

Day 3:
Morning: Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and you will head to Piccolo Cir for a exciting via ferrata experience with your expert guide.
Late Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Alpine lunch with fresh local ingredients at a rifugio.
Afternoon: Relax in the hotels extensive spa facilities.
Dinner: Enjoy a fantastic wine tasting in a beautiful cellar and dine in their Michelin star restaurant.

Day 4:
Morning: Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and head to Cortina for a mountain bike experience. The numerous cable car lifts allow you to discover the stunning landscapes and live first-hand the mythical roads ridden by Giro d’Italia racers.
Lunch: Have lunch in an Alpine hut where a local chef will prepare a mouth-watering tasting menu.
Afternoon: On bike visit a cheese producer and taste their divine freshly beaten butter. Have a walk in the charming towns centre and enjoy the finest chocolata calda . Head back to San Cassiano to relax
Dinner: Have a delicious dinner in a beautiful hut on the tip of a mountain.

Day 5:
Morning: Head back to Verona and stop on the way to a great Amarone producer for a tasting.
Lunch: Enjoy a guided gastro-cultural city tour of Verona.
Afternoon: Departure at Verona airport

This is a sample Summer Tour. We can arrange a tour to suit your requirements. Contact anna@lemarquisluxury.com

Cross Country Skiing
You can even leave the Meltar with cross country skis on your feet because in the winter a part of the area becomes a Nordic skiing circuit.

Cross country skiing is like the national sport on the Asiago plateau. More than 500 kilometres of slopes through beautiful landscape, for one of the most varied and complete circuits in Europe and, perhaps, the world. Always well beaten and marked, varying lengths and difficulty, the plateau tracks offer an incomparable variety. In fact, in 2013 the World Nordic Skiing championship will be held in Asiago, and for several years many national teams have been going to Asiago and the 7 municipalities for their training and preparations.

There are seven cross country skiing centres linked with each other, ski schools, equipment hire centres and ski instructors available for Meltar guests. An efficient luggage transport service with motor-sleds available for anyone who wants to spend a few days on the high slopes, skiing from one mountain refuge to another.

The Super Nordic Skipass is a single ski pass that can be used for several days on all the slopes in the Asiago 7 Municipalities circuit. The Super Nordic Skipass can also be used for skiing on all the slopes in Trentino and other cross country ski centres.

For details of The Meltar Boutique Hotel, click here