Why you should take a slow journey through Tuscany on a retro 1970s train this autumn

 

🌎 You’ll need to book quickly as the route is only running for a limited time this autumn.

Italy has launched a series of revamped vintage trains in recent years, and another glamorous locomotive is about to join the fleet.

The enchantingly named Espresso Siena will run between the capital Rome and the art-rich city of Siena, passing through the bucolic landscapes of Tuscany en route.

Passengers will ride in newly restored ‘Gran Confort’ first-class carriages from the 1970s.

If you fancy experiencing a nostalgic journey on the Espresso Siena, you’ll need to book quickly as the route is only running for a limited time this autumn.