Some of Europe's most picturesque regions are best seen by train, so Trafalgar has specially designed their Europe Train Tours to give travelers the opportunity to see more of those stunning places that aren't always accessible by coach. You will simply sit back and relax as the beautiful landscapes of Italy, Switzerland, Russia, Scandinavia, and France glide by, allowing them to enjoy all the romance and elegance of train travel. The expert guidance of an experienced Trafalgar Tour Director will smoothly coordinate the trip and make the destinations come alive, giving you the ultimate rail vacation in 2011.
Contrasts of Europe— 16 days. Comfortable high-speed trains will take you from London to Paris during this 14-night leisurely adventure through Europe. Explore Nice's glamorous promenade, meander the chic streets of Milan, cruise along the backwaters of Venice, admire Renaissance art in Florence, and see first-hand the history of Rome. This vacation has the perfect combination of guided sightseeing and time at leisure for you to explore these fabulous cities on their own. Two nights in London, three nights in Paris, two nights in Nice, three nights in Venice, two nights Florence, and two nights in Rome. Priced from $3775 land only, based on double occupancy.
Contrasts of Italy— 11 days. This thrilling train journey through the heart of picturesque Italy will reveal breathtaking scenery and allow three nights each in Venice, Florence and Rome. You will marvel as the expert Tour Director guides them on this classic journey through Italy. See iconic Italian structures such as the Forum, Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica, Pisa's leaning tower, and Venice's St. Mark's Square and Grand Canal. Priced from $2550 land only, based on double occupancy.
Contrasts of Scandinavia and Russia—11 days. Explore Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki and St. Petersburg by train and ferry. The gilded palaces, towering cathedrals, and fine statues seen along the way are only a preview of the magnificence on display at the Hermitage Museum. Guided sightseeing highlights include the Tsar's Winter Palace, Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac's Cathedral, the Russian Museum, the Kremlin and Red Square. Priced from $2699 land only, based on double occupancy.
Contrasts of Switzerland—9 days. You will admire Switzerland's awe-inspiring alpine scenery in comfort as express trains with panoramic windows give travelers spectacular views as they travel to each enchanting destination. They'll spend extra time exploring Zurich, St. Moritz, car-free Zermatt and medieval Lucerne, as well as cosmopolitan Geneva with its intricate Flower Clock and stunning Jet D'Eau. This vacation includes one of the most spectacular train journeys in the world - the immensely comfortable air-cushioned and air-conditioned Glacier Express! The 8-hour railway journey travels over 291 bridges, passes through 91 tunnels, and crosses the Oberalp Pass at 6670 feet in altitude. See magnificent Alpine lakes and glaciers en route to the unique resort of Zermatt, dominated by the Matterhorn. Priced from $2550 land only, based on double occupancy.
About Trafalgar
For over 60 years Trafalgar has been using their knowledge and expertise to design unforgettable guided vacations that offer authentic, one-of-a-kind experiences connecting travelers to stunning worldwide destinations. Trafalgar's vacations include First Class hotel accommodations, luxury transportation by motor coach, rail or cruise ship, outstanding cuisine, daily included sightseeing and optional excursions, both with expert Local Guides, and the personal concierge services of Trafalgar's Tour Directors, who share their insider's view and reveal hidden places not mentioned in guidebooks.
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