Overnight on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.

Friday - Krakow
Arrive this afternoon in Krakow, a city of artists and scholars, of grandeur and delightful eccentricities, where you stay for two nights at the Hotel Sheraton.

Overnight in Krakow

Saturday - Krakow
Your time in the city is at leisure, although optional sightseeing can be arranged before or on arrival. Most major sights are easily accessed on foot and you can admire the dazzling architecture as you stroll the cobbled streets. This evening, enjoy a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wieliczka Salt Mine, described by an 18th century visitor as no less magnificent than Egypt’s pyramids, with its astonishing underground chapels, sculptures and gigantic chandeliers—all made from salt. That evening, enjoy a traditional Polish feast.

Overnight in Krakow

Sunday - Krakow
A morning at leisure before an afternoon departure for an excursion outside of Krakow with refreshments (details to be confirmed locally). Later, transfer to the station to rejoin the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express for dinner and a further night on board as the train travels towards Germany. 

Overnight on board the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. 

Monday - Dresden
Arrive mid morning in Dresden, capital of Saxony. This magnificent baroque city is your home for two nights: you stay at the Taschenbergpalais Kempinski Hotel, with sights such as the Semperoper and extraordinary Green Vault right on your doorstep. 

Overnight in Dresden 

Tuesday - Dresden 
Your time in the city is at leisure, although optional sightseeing can be arranged for you on arrival day.  Late afternoon enjoy a short cruise along the Elbe River followed by dinner this evening at Schloss Eckberg, a local private venue on the outskirts of the city.  Return by road transfer to your hotel. 

Overnight in Dresden