Europe vacation idea
Rome to Paris by Rail: Six Cities Across Europe
A flexible independent rail vacation linking Rome, Venice, Vienna, Munich, Zurich and Paris with hotels and curated sightseeing already built into the route.
Why This Trip Stands Out
This is the kind of Europe trip that works for travelers who want the freedom of traveling independently without having to build six separate city stays and every train connection from scratch. You move at your own pace, but the major rail legs, hotels and key sightseeing can be organized before you leave.
- Six major European cities connected primarily by rail.
- Two nights in each destination, giving the route a consistent rhythm.
- Independent travel rather than a continuously escorted group.
- Prearranged sightseeing in Rome, Venice, Munich, Zurich and Paris.
- Plenty of room to change hotels, add nights, reverse the route or extend the trip.
Sample Itinerary
Days 1–2 | Rome
Begin with two nights in Rome and included sightseeing focused on the Colosseum and Roman Forum, with additional time to explore the city on your own.
Days 3–4 | Venice
Travel north by train for two nights in Venice. A guided city experience can include St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, with free time for the canals, neighborhoods and restaurants that interest you most.
Days 5–6 | Vienna
Continue by rail to Vienna for two nights. Use the city as a base for grand architecture, cafés, music and your own sightseeing choices.
Days 7–8 | Munich
Travel to Munich for two nights, with city sightseeing and a day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle built into the sample itinerary.
Days 9–10 | Zurich
Continue into Switzerland for two nights in Zurich, with guided city sightseeing, a lake cruise and a chocolate-focused experience included in the sample package.
Days 11–13 | Paris
Finish with two nights in Paris and sightseeing that can include hop-on, hop-off access, a river cruise and the Eiffel Tower before the journey ends on day 13.
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What You Get
What’s Included
- Rail travel throughout the journey
- 12 hotel nights with breakfast across Rome, Venice, Vienna, Munich, Zurich and Paris
- Guided sightseeing in Rome and Venice
- Munich sightseeing and a Neuschwanstein Castle day trip
- Zurich city sightseeing, lake cruise and chocolate-focused visit
- Paris sightseeing with hop-on, hop-off access, a river cruise and Eiffel Tower tickets in the sample itinerary
Your Stay
Where You’ll Stay
The sample trip includes 12 hotel nights with breakfast, generally two nights in each city. Hotel selections can be tailored to your preferred style and budget.
Getting Around
Transportation
Rail: Rail travel throughout; train and comfort options can be customized
Rail is the backbone of the trip, connecting Rome, Venice, Vienna, Munich, Zurich and Paris. Exact trains and schedules are selected around your travel dates.
Food & Dining
Meals & Dining
Breakfast is included with the hotel stays. The independent format leaves lunches and dinners flexible so you can choose where you want to eat in each city.
Stay a Little Longer
Extensions Available
A Salzburg stop between Vienna and Munich is one natural extension. Extra nights can also be added in any of the cities.
Make It Yours
Ways to Customize It
The route can be adjusted with extra nights, different hotels and sightseeing, a reversed direction, combined itineraries or additional destinations. Rail options can also be tailored to the trip.
A Good Match?
Who This Trip Is Best For
Independent travelers who want a multi-country rail trip with the complicated logistics handled in advance, but still want freedom in each city rather than traveling with the same escorted group every day.
Before You Choose It
A Few Things to Know
This is an independent rail vacation, not a continuously escorted tour. Exact trains, hotels, sightseeing times and pricing depend on your travel dates and the options you choose.
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