Explore Europe by train in one of the best rail adventure holidays you’ll ever take. You kick off everything in Rome, and see more of enchanting Italy when you stop at Florence for its Renaissance art and architecture, magical Venice for its romantic canals, and fashionable Milan. What’s great about this 14D/13N European train trip is that you’re given time to explore on your own, while having a scheduled itinerary so you don’t miss the highlights. It also allows you to take in Europe’s spectacular sceneries from a train window like when you continue your railroad journey to Switzerland. Stops in scenic mountain towns, gorgeous lakes, and a stay in a hotel at the heart of a Swiss Mountain Village will fill your holiday with storybook charm.
In Germany, you get to visit its largest wine-producing region, Rheinhessen for its acres of vineyards (Riesling, anyone?) and to the banks of the Rhine River for beer gardens, cafés and taking a leisurely cruise. After an overnight in Luxembourg, a high-speed train takes you to Paris. You get to explore the City of Lights on foot, see its most iconic landmarks and experience why travellers fall in love with the most visited city in the world. When you hop back on the train after two nights in Paris, you’ll find some tranquility in Brussels, Belgium, considered one of the most green European capitals with its parks and gardens. Your last stop will be the capital of Netherlands—Amsterdam where its beautiful canals and distinct perspective make the perfect finale to your railway explorer run.
Walking tour of Rome
Renaissance art and architecture of Florence
St. Mark’s Square in Venice
Swiss Mountain Village
Rheinhessen vineyards
Rhine River cruise
Luxembourg City
Walking tour of Paris
Grand Place in Brussels
Canal cruise in Amsterdam
Day 1 Arrive in Rome: Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, the Colosseum
Day 2 Rome – Florence: visit the workshop of a leather maker in Florence; free evening
Day 3 Florence – Venice: optional trip to Leaning Tower of Pisa; St. Mark’s Square in Venice
Day 4 Venice: Gondola ride, island of Murano visit
Day 5 Venice – Milan: guide tour of Milan; optional trip to Lake Como
Day 6 Milan – the Swiss Alps: Spiez, Swiss Mountain Village
Day 7 Swiss Alps: Jungfraujoch (highest train station in Europe), Lake Brienz, Swiss fondue dinner
Day 8 Swiss Alps – Mainz: Rheinhessen, Rhine River, markets around the main Cathedral
Day 9 Mainz – St. Goar Boppard – Luxembourg City: St. Goar at Rhine Valley, Rhine River, Boppard
Day 10 Luxembourg City – Paris: walking tour of Paris; free evening
Day 11 Paris: free day to explore; optional guided tour
Day 12 Paris – Brussels: Park of Brussels, Grand Place, Atomium
Day 13 Brussels – Amsterdam: Canal cruise
Day 14. Depart Amsterdam
Accommodations, some meals, and rail travel:
• 13 nights accommodation in twin rooms with private en-suite facilities
• Breakfast Daily
• 3 x Lunch
• 5 x Dinner
• All Rail travel throughout your tour with reserved seat selection. Standard Class Rail
• Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
• Services of a tour leader, who will be on hand with advice and tips to ensure you get the most from your trip
• All Taxes and Fees
Hotels (or similar)
• Rome: B&B Hotel Roma San Lorenzo 3*
• Florence: Hotel Delle Nazionio 3*
• Venice: Hotel Venezia 3*
• Milan: Hotel Ibis Milano Central 3*
• Swiss Alps: The Bear Inn Wilserswil 3* or Alpenrose Hotel and Gardens 3*
• Mainz: B&B Hotel Mainz HBF 4*
• Luxembourg City: Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City 3*
• Paris: Ibis Paris Bercy Village 12eme 3*
• Brussels: Moxy Brussels City Centre 4*
• Amsterdam: Park Inn by Radisson Amsterdam City West 3* or Hotel Ibis Amsterdam Centre 3*
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations.
Until December 2023
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