Lonely Planet Journey Orient Express - (Travel Guide) (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Get inspiration, ideas and planning tips from our experts who have travelled every mile to uncover unique experiences you can make all your own. Roam monument-lined boulevards in Paris, explore the maze of alleys through Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, make a reservation at one of the world's most beautiful cafes in Budapest, and so much more.

Inside Lonely Planet's Journey Orient Express travel guide:

• Our Journey guidebook format helps you build the trip of a lifetime with mile-by-mile coverage of this iconic trip
• Six of our favourite ways to explore destinations along the route with itineraries ranging from 5 days to 2 weeks
• Easy-to-use maps with must-do stops for every stage of the journey and a birds' eye route tracker
• Discover the best places to eat, drink and sleep as well as recommended detours
• Interviews with locals share fascinating stories, tips and insights
• In-depth features explore the Orient Express in literature, the future of the Orient Express, and the ghosts of the Taurus Express
• Dive deep into unmissable experiences from exploring the Altstadt, to discovering the Belle Epoque, and relaxing in a bathing house in Zürich
• 'Essentials' toolkit on arriving, money and budgeting, accommodation, accessibility, responsible travel and more
• Stunning photography throughout
• Covers: Classic Orient Express - City Guide 'Paris', Paris to Munich, City Guide 'Munich', Munich to Vienna, City Guide 'Vienna', Vienna to Budapest, City Guide 'Budapest', Budapest to Bucharest, City Guide 'Bucharest', Bucharest to Sofia, City Guide 'Sofia', Sofia to Istanbul, City Guide 'Istanbul'. The Simplon Route - Paris to Venice, City Guide 'Venice', Venice to Budapest. The Arlberg Route - Paris to Vienna, Orient Express Revivals, Beyond the Orient Express

Review Quotes

"threading cultural pit stops, local lore and practical know-how into something that feels less like an itinerary and more like a travel mixtape."

"Filled with beautiful photos, this guide is as attractive as it is useful."