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European Rail Journeys

Ever dreamt of experiencing the luxury on board the Orient Express or climbing through the Swiss Alps aboard the Glacier Express? From exploring the French Riviera to city-hopping from London to Budapest, your next unforgettable rail journey across Europe is ready and waiting.

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9 Days Zurich to Zurich

Operator: Cosmos

From 3,302pp
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8 Days Zurich to Zurich

Operator: Trafalgar

From 4,623pp
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14 Days Rome to Venice

Operator: G Adventures

From 3,723pp
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10 or 9 Days Zurich to Lucerne or Lake Maggiore to Lucerne

Operator: Collette

From 4,316pp
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APT
APT
APT is an Australian family-owned company whose essence began in Melbourne in the 1920s. More than 90 years on, APT offers life-enriching trips to every...more continent, and through the company’s vast industry experience, meticulous planning and unquestionable passion it's earned a place among the world’s most well-regarded travel companies. From boutique river cruising to small-group 4WD adventures; traditional coach touring with a decadent twist; epic rail journeys to small-ship expeditions; classic ocean cruising to safaris of discovery by both land and air – there’s little APT are unwilling to consider in pursuit of creating the finest holiday experience for its valued guests. Timeless luxury, exclusive experiences, life enriching moments and true personalisation. APT offers all-inclusive holidays so everything is taken care of. We invite you to join us; you won’t be disappointed.
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Budget:Premium & Luxury
Accommodation:4 - 5 Star
Explore
Explore has been taking small groups on adventure holidays all over the world for almost 40 years. The expert team, at home and overseas, works together...more to create itineraries that leave you feeling that you’ve really explored a destination rather than just visited. You’ll see the highlights, the must-sees, of course. But you’ll also get away from the beaten track, and get a different perspective on your destination. You’ll get closer to a place, its people and cultures. Our small groups are typically 12 people – small enough to get right into the heart of your destination, but big enough to find like-minded people to share your experiences with. And the glue that holds these groups together is our local tour leaders, who are uniquely placed to add individual and spontaneous moments to each trips – moments that stay with you long after you return home. All sorts of people travel with Explore – our groups are usually a mix of solos, couples and friends. What unites them is their adventurous spirit and thirst for real travel experiences. We provide authentic small-group travel, designed by experts and led by experts, with sustainability at its heart and a common desire for unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re on a cultural tour of Lebanon, cycling in Vietnam, walking in Italy or exploring Costa Rica with your family, when you’re travelling with Explore you know that you’re in good hands.
Europe Rail Journeys4
Budget:Affordable & Premium
Accommodation:Mixed
Intrepid
Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers off the beaten track to discover the world's most amazing places for 30 years. Every trip is designed to truly...more experience local culture - to meet local people, try local food, take local transport and stay in local accommodation. Led by a local leader, our small group tours offer a sustainable way to travel off the beaten track, while giving back to the places and people that travellers visit.
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Budget:Affordable & Premium
Accommodation:Mixed

Discover Travel the Tracks to Europe's Cities

Vienna
Vienna

Step off the platform into Austria's elegant capital. Full of architectural beauty and cultural vibrancy, explore imperial palaces, sample classical music, marvel at modern art or get cozy at one of Vienna's many coffeehouses - where to start?

Krakow
Krakow

Arrive in Krakow and take a stroll through the medieval Old Town - Rynek Główny - Europe's largest medieval square and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Alternatively, take a sombre tour to nearby Auschwitz and Birkenau.

Côte d'Azur
Côte d'Azur

Wind along the scenic coast by train to the picture-perfect Côte d'Azur. With inviting turquoise waters, pebbled beaches, and vibrant markets, you'll soak up endless sunshine in the French Riviera, with Nice and Monaco at your fingertips.

Trondheim
Trondheim

Journey by rail to Trondheim and explore the Bakklandet neighbourhood with its coloured storehouses. Visit the world's northernmost medieval cathedral, Nidaros Cathedral, or check out the Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology.

Casablanca
Casablanca

Enjoy a scenic trip through diverse landscapes on your way to Casablanca. A coastal city with French colonial architecture, the iconic Hassan II Mosque also awaits exploration; a rail journey to Morocco calls. Here's looking at you, Casablanca.

Latest Reviews What our clients are saying about their journeys through Europe

Fabulous Train Trip Around Switzerland     , PA, United States, Aug 2025
We had a wonderful time traveling all around Switzerland with our tour guide Flo. 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for her! She was absolutely wonderful, extremely knowledgeable and we highly recommend her for any Alpine trips! While the hotels and meals were a bit “less” than we expected, the trip was great! Working with our travel advisor Candace McCrae was beyond ...read more superior! We asked many many questions, which she aptly answered, and if she didn’t know offhand, she did research and hot back to us! 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for her!
Rome to Barcelona Tour   , NSW, Australia, Jul 2025
Fairly fast paced wish we had more time in some places but overall a good length to see and experience enough of nice summer spots in Europe. Accomodations were clean 2 were too small for 6 girls in 1 room. Guide was very open and communicative and easy way to not stress about making your own travel arrangements.
Highlights of Poland   , NJ, United States, Jun 2025
We have never been part of a tour group previously, preferring to plan everything ourselves at our own pace, etc. This tour was our first group and we loved it. The guide, Justyna, was amazing and went above and beyond at every opportunity. The group itself was very fun, and the tour left enough time for us to do some things on our own.
So much to see!   , Vic, Australia, Jun 2025
This tour goes to all the places you need to see. Highlights were Montreux and Zermatt. Hotels were lovely and included meals were really nice, especially the lasagne served at the family run hotel in St Moritz. Our tour guide gave good instructions so not to miss any of the trains. As we watched all the beautiful scenery from the trains we also got ...read more to know our travelling companions and made new friends. Loved all the optional tours.