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Vernazza's clifftop houses and harbour tower glow orange at sunset in Italy's Cinque Terre.

Holidays to Italy and Sicily by train

Show-stopping Italian adventures

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Cinque Terre Express

Five Ligurian villages are linked by a cliff railway; hop between towns for swims, coastal walks and lunches.
/ 8 nights
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Loop of Tuscany

The most scenic route to Tuscany is via Switzerland’s UNESCO Rhaetian Railway, one of Europe’s great mountain railways.
/ 10 nights
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The French and Italian Rivieras

Travel east along the French Riviera into Italy on a classic coastal rail route, pausing in Nice and quieter seaside towns.
/ 16 nights
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Coastal journeys

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Tropea by train

Journey by rail to Tropea via Italy’s spine, ending at clifftop old towns and long sandy beaches on the Tyrrhenian coast.
/ 13 nights
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Puglia's coast

Adventure through Puglia, exploring the culture and landscapes of Bari, Lecce, Monopoli and Trani along the Adriatic.
/ 16 nights
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The Riviera

Sheltered by Ligurian hills, Alassio sits on the Riviera delle Palme, once favoured by Hemingway and home to Liguria’s beach.
/ 8 nights
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Cultural escapades

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Italian art cities

Trace Italy’s great art cities, from Milan and Venice to Florence, exploring palazzi, museums and Renaissance collections.
/ 12 nights
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Italian cities of love

From Turin’s elegance to Verona and Venice, this rail journey pairs romantic cities with time in Paris, the original city of light.
/ 8 nights
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Truffle and wine in Piedmont

Visit Piedmont in truffle season, pairing vineyard villages with Alba’s White Truffle Festival and autumn markets in October.
/ 8 nights
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Italian city break

Explore Italy’s key cities from Turin and Milan to Rome, linking royal history, ancient ruins, museums and modern design by rail.
/ 8 nights
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Italian and Sicilian Roman ruins

Get under the skin of Italy’s Roman ruins as you head through Rome, Naples and across the Strait to Sicily.
/ 13 nights
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Renaissance capitals

Discover jewels of Italian Renaissance history on this journey by rail through cities brimming with artistic and cultural heritage.
/ 10 nights
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Natural landscapes

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Through Switzerland to Italy

Cross Switzerland on UNESCO Alpine railways before descending into northern Italy for espresso and pasta.
/ 13 nights
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Central Italy's Dolce Vita

Travel through Tuscany and Umbria by rail, linking Siena, Perugia and hill towns set among vineyards and olive groves slowly.
/ 13 nights
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Tuscan classics

Journey by rail through Tuscany, connecting Florence and Pisa while drifting past vineyards, olive groves and stone-built hill towns.
/ 11 nights
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Como and North Italy

Discover northern Italy by rail, linking Milan, Lake Como and historic cities rich in art, food and Alpine views.
/ 13 nights
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Sailing to Sicily

Lap up golden-hour pinks and oranges of grapefruit granita, honey-hued architecture and vibrant sunsets.
/ 11 nights
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Italian and Swiss lakes

Via Basel and Lugano, cross Ticino by rail to Lecco on Lake Como, where promenades meet ferries and mountain paths.
/ 8 nights
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Europe 101

So you’re interested in travelling by train in Europe and the UK? Great! Here's everything you need to know about trains in Europe.
Europe 101

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Cinque Terre Express

The five candy-colored villages of the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre National Park are easily accessed by regular daily trains that offer the chance to explore the narrow streets and picturesque harbours. Read our guide to the Cinque Terre Express: the train, the villages, and what you'll see along the way.
Guide to the Cinque Terre Express

Frequently asked questions

What’s included?

Our price includes all of your European holiday transport, accommodation and a personalised itinerary for your trip. You'll also have our travel experts on WhatsApp for disruption support and travel tips.

Are flights included?

We don’t include flights to Europe but do include all transport and accommodation when you get here. Short-haul flights are very carbon-intensive but thankfully traveling around Europe by train, ferry or bus is super easy and enjoyable.

Can I upgrade my hotel room?

You can choose different hotels on the trip page, and if you want to upgrade your room, there is a space in the booking form to let us know. Our team will then find upgrades and discuss these with you.

Do I have to start and finish in the same city?

Although we advocate for going flight free at every opportunity, we know that you might want to leave Europe from a different city. Our Concierge team can build you a custom one way trip.

Can I pay in AUS dollars?

Yes, you can! All prices on our online trip pages should be shown in your local currency. If not, you can select whichever currency you’d like to pay in (e.g., USD, CAD, EUR, CHF) using the dropdown in the top right corner of the trip page beside the search icon. In both instances, the price on the payment page will be shown in your local currency.

Baggage allowance?

There's no charge for baggage. If it can fit in the racks or overhead, you'll be able to take it with you as long as you can carry it. We can suggest bag storage or transfer options, and advise on over-sized items like surfboards or bicycles.

How do my tickets get delivered?

The vast majority of European train ticketing can be digital, but some (Spain, Portugal, and a handful of EuroCity trains) will need paper tickets which can be mailed to a hotel you’ll be staying at.

Is it a guided group trip?

These are self-guided tours, not part of a group. They include on-demand personalised support via WhatApp, text or phone. Think of it like DIY holiday, except all the planning and booking have been done for you, and you don’t need to worry about disruptions.
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