Gondola house on St Mark's Square with the church of San Giorgio di Maggiore in Venice | © Shutterstock 572755276 Gondola house on St Mark's Square with the church of San Giorgio di Maggiore in Venice | © Shutterstock 572755276
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Best of France, Switzerland & Italy

A train journey through France, Switzerland and Italy is maybe the most coloured combination in Europe.
  • Paris
  • [day] days

Three exciting and unique countries such as France, Switzerland and Italy, each with its own individual and unique culture, landscape and architecture, await you on this rail journey. Beside discovering the history, architecture, art, culinary scene, landscapes, sights and attractions of each destination, you will have enough time to get to know the people on your way. The romantic Paris and gastronomic delights in France, the unspoiled but spectacular Alpine scenery and the many lakes in Switzerland, "la dolce vita" and the richness of art, history and fashion in Italy, will seduce your senses on this rail journey.

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Highlights

  • Eiffel Tower in Paris
  • Sacré Cœur and Montmartre in Paris
  • Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe in Interlaken
  • Mount Titlis in Lucerne
  • Cathedral in Milan
  • St Mark's Square in Venice
  • Doge's Palace in Venice
  • Colosseum in Rome
  • Vatican City in Rome
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Travel details

Travel programm

  1. 1

    1

    Individual arrival in Paris. Why not take a trip to charming Montmartre, home to artists and cabarets like the Moulin Rouge? Overnight in Paris.

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    2

    Breakfast at the hotel. Explore «the City of Light». Whether you enjoy the spectacular view from top of the Eiffel Tower, strolling and shopping along the famous Champs-Elysées or take a sightseeing boat trip on the river Seine, Paris will enchant you with its charm. Sit in a cozy bistro and enjoy the Parisian atmosphere. Overnight in Paris.

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    3

    Breakfast at the hotel. Train ride to Interlaken or Lucerne via Basel. Overnight in Interlaken or Lucerne.

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    4

    Breakfast at the hotel. Make an excursion from Interlaken up to the Jungfraujoch Top of Europe at 3454 m. Visitors have access to the high-Alpine wonderland of ice, snow and rock. Or do an excursion from Lucerne to Mount Titlis at 3020 m. Titilis Rotair, the first revolving cablecar of the world takes you up on the last stage for a spectacular, close-up insight into a glacier. Overnight in Interlaken or Lucerne.

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    5

    Breakfast at the hotel. Train ride to Milan, which is well known for shopping and cultural highlights such as the Cathedral or Leonardo Da Vinci's world-famous image «The Last Supper». Overnight in Milan.

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    6

    Breakfast at the hotel. Train ride to Venice – the city for lovers. Romantic streets, hidden squares, small islands and idyllic canals give this city a unique atmosphere. Overnight in Venice.

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    7

    Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the Doge's Palace and enjoy the unique view over the lagoon city from the observation deck of the Campanile. How about a romantic gondola ride through the canals or a boat trip to Muralto to the world famous glass blowing shop? Overnight in Venice.

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Train ride to Rome. Why not take a city tour in the afternoon to get an overview of this fascinating city? Overnight in Rome.

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    10

    Breakfast at the hotel. Explore «the Eternal City». In Rome, you cannot help but deal with the history of the city. Vatican City, Roman Forum, the Trevi Fountain, everywhere the eyes are pampered with history and art. Speaking of pampering: Browse through the lively markets and enjoy an aperitif in Trastevere, the nightlife district of the locals. You will love it, promise! Overnight in Rome.

Impressions

Gondola house on St Mark's Square with the church of San Giorgio di Maggiore in Venice | © Shutterstock 572755276
Eiffel Tower with the Seine, Paris | © Shutterstock 385649026
Mount Titlis | © swiss-image.ch/Roger Gruetter
View of Lake Thun from the Niederhorn | © Shutterstock 1179069292
Jungfraujoch - Top of Europe
Milan Cathedral Square - sunrise | © Shutterstock 334178606
St Mark's Cathedral and square in Venice | © Shutterstock 48380290
Colosseum by night | © Shutterstock 108647042
Map train journey Paris - Interlaken / Lucerne - Milan - Venice - Rome | © railtour
Map train journey Paris - Interlaken / Lucerne - Milan - Venice - Rome | © railtour
St Peter's Square in the Vatican from above | © Shutterstock 788995909
Venice Carnival | © Shutterstock 374577343
Vatican dome of St Peter's Basilica and Sant'Angelo Bridge, over the river Tiber | © Shutterstock 648140494
Famous Chapel Bridge and Mount Pilatus summit | © Shutterstock 332148542

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Included in the price

  • Rail journey incl. seat reservation Paris–Interlaken/Lucerne–Milan–Venice–Rome with Interrail/Eurail Global Pass 5 days in 2nd class
  • 2 nights in Paris, 3* hotel, standard double room with breakfast
  • 2 nights in Interlaken or Lucerne, 3* hotel, standard double room with breakfast
  • 1 night in Milan, 3* hotel, standard double room with breakfast
  • 2 nights in Venice, 3* hotel, standard double room with breakfast
  • 2 nights in Rome, 3* hotel, standard double room with breakfast

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