From Bali to Botswana, Italy to Peru, and the US to the UK, Belmond offers unique experiences to help you discover the world. From the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to leisurely private cruises through France to African safaris, Belmond goes above and beyond to curate sensational travel experiences. Here are five favorites.
Grand Tour of Italy
Enjoy seven blissful nights in beautiful Italy with a stay at any two or more of Belmond’s six properties. You’ll pay one guaranteed flat rate for all seven nights. Consider starting in Venice with a stay at the Cipriani, continue to Tuscany and stay among the olive groves and vineyards of Castello di Casole, and then continue south and enjoy the views from Caruso, high on a cliff overlooking the sun-drenched Amalfi Coast.
African Safari
A trip to Africa is truly a life changing experience, and Belmond has several decades of safari experience. Belmond has three safari camps in Botswana, a country known for its breathtaking beauty and majestic wildlife as well as making conservation a priority. After your time in the wild, head to seaside Cape Town in South Africa and enjoy a stay at Belmond Mount Nelson near Table Mountain.
Best of Peru
Immerse yourself in an exceptional journey through Peru that starts with a stay at the Belmond Miraflores Park in Lima. Travel to the dramatic Sacred Valley, staying at Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado. Continue by rail to Machu Picchu on Belmond Hiram Bingham, adding a new layer to an already magical experience. As you journey to Machu Picchu, enjoy a gourmet meal, sip a Pisco Sour, and listen to live Peruvian music. Rest overnight at Belmond Sanctuary Lodge before continuing on to Cusco with a stay at Belmond Hotel Monasterio. The journey continues by rail on one of the world’s highest rail routes onboard the Belmond Andean Explorer sleeper train to Puno and Lake Titicaca. Enjoy a stunning sunrise and then sail to the Uros islands and Taquile Island. Your final night will be spent at Belmond Las Casitas in the Colca Valley before heading home.
Trains
When you board a Belmond train, exceptional service, thoughtfully curated décor, and exquisite cuisine await you. The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is the most storied set of carriages in the world. The train will not just transport you across Europe, it will transport you back to the Golden Age of travel with its antique fixtures, plush upholstery and polished wood.
Cruises
Drifting along picturesque riverbanks with family and friends is about as serene as life gets. Relish every moment of your journey with tailor-made excursions and sensational chef prepared cuisine. Relax on deck , head ashore for truffle hunting, explore Burgundy’s vineyards, or accompany your chef and pick fresh produce at the market. Belmond’s luxury river barges hold from 4 to 12 passengers with ensuite cabins.
A favorite Belmond Bellini Club amenity includes a $500 gift voucher for clients’ future travel when purchasing an experience of $5,000 or more.
Helen Jordan is the owner of Jordan Luxury Travel, an independent affiliate of Brownell Travel, a member of Virtuoso. She can be reached at 602-692-9379 or [email protected].
