La Dolce Vita Orient Express: Shores of Sicily

Begin your Sicilian adventure with a flight into Palermo, where a private transfer brings you to your elegant city-centre hotel. Nestled between the mountains and the Tyrrhenian Sea, Palermo greets you with a heady mix of Arab-Norman architecture, bustling markets and Mediterranean charm. Spend your first evening wandering through historic Quattro Canti, marvel at the golden mosaics of the Palatine Chapel, or savour street-food classics like arancini and panelle at a local eatery.

Stay: Grand Hotel Wagner

After breakfast, a private transfer takes you to Palermo station, where you’ll board the La Dolce Vita Orient Express. As the train gently departs the Sicilian Capital in the morning, settle into your art-deco inspired cabin and enjoy a welcome lunch curated by Heinz Beck, whose menus blend Sicilian tradition with haute cuisine.

As the afternoon unfolds, admire coastal views and rolling hills before arriving in Siracusa. Here, explore at your leisure or choose from a selection of immersive excursions. In the evening, return to the train for cocktails in the lounge car and live music as you journey toward Agrigento.

Stay: La Dolce Vita Orient Express

Awaken to a delicious breakfast served in your cabin or the elegant Restaurant Car, featuring freshly baked pastries, seasonal fruit, and aromatic coffee, an indulgent start as the train glides toward Tempio di Vulcano. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to the ancient city of Agrigento, a charming town renowned for its stunning Valley of the Temples - one of Sicily’s most iconic archaeological sites.

Lose yourself in winding streets rich with history and charm or choose from a collection of carefully curated à la carte experiences, each designed to bring you closer to the heart of local culture. After a morning of exploration, step back aboard the train for a lunch inspired by the vibrant flavours of Sicily’s southern coast – fresh, seasonal ingredients prepared with care and served as the island’s ever-changing landscapes drift past your window. Unwind in comfort this afternoon as the train carries you gently back to Palermo, bringing your unforgettable Sicilian journey gracefully full circle. Upon arrival, transfer back to your hotel for a final evening at leisure, perhaps with a rooftop aperitif overlooking the city.

Stay: Grand Hotel Wagner

After breakfast, a private transfer whisks you to Palermo Airport for your onward flight back to the UK.