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Grand European Tour

Six-city Grand Tour of Europe by rail from Berlin to Rome

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Railbookers operates this 12-day, 11-night rail vacation across six European cities, starting in Berlin and ending in Rome, with first class trains throughout. Two nights in Berlin include an included walking tour and skip-the-line entrance to the DDR Museum, before a high-speed train to Amsterdam for museums, a canal cruise, and the Rijksmuseum. From Amsterdam, the trip continues to Paris for the Eiffel Tower and a Seine river cruise, then to Geneva for a night beside the lake. The train from Geneva to Venice crosses the Simplon Pass, following Lake Leman and Swiss vineyards with the Alps in view. Two nights in Venice bring a walking tour, a gondola ride, and Doge's Palace, before the final leg to Rome for the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Vatican Museums. With first class rail and skip-the-line tickets built into every stop, this trip suits travelers who want to cover six major European cities without arranging each leg themselves.

What to know before you look closer

  • The evidence lists 36 accommodation options across price tiers and cities rather than one fixed hotel per city; sample hotels range from the Hotel Indigo Berlin to the Waldorf Astoria Berlin, so the hotel you get depends on the tier you choose.
  • The French cuisine food tour in Paris is an optional extra, not included in the base price.
  • The included Louvre Museum tickets are noted as unusable on Tuesdays, when the museum is closed.
  • The evidence pack does not list current departure dates or months; confirm scheduling directly with Railbookers.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Berlin

    Your Journey Begins in Berlin

    Arrive in Berlin today and check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Set out to explore the German capital city, where streets are embroidered with important history and the culture is vibrant yet laid back.

  2. Day 2overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    See all the major sights of Berlin today with your included Berlin walking tour and skip the line entrance into the fascinating DDR Museum. Later in the day, perhaps visit the vibrant public square of Potsdamer Platz, filled with fine examples of the city's modern architecture as well as shopping centers, cinemas, bars, a theatre and a casino.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Amsterdam

    Berlin to Amsterdam

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and travel by high-speed train to Amsterdam, capital of the Netherlands. Check in at your hotel for a two-night stay before heading out to explore the city.

  4. Day 4overnight: Amsterdam

    Amsterdam

    Spend a full day exploring Amsterdam today! Explore your choice of a plethora of museums across the city and be sure to take a scenic canal cruise to gain a wonderful insight into the city's architecture from an alternative perspective. Finish off your time in Amsterdam with a trip to the Rijksmuseum, including skip the line entrance.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Paris

    Amsterdam to Paris

    Catch the train from Amsterdam to Paris today, checking in at your hotel for a two-night stay. The 'City of Light' is every bit as romantic, elegant and sophisticated as you might think, and you'll be able to explore plenty of the city's famous wonders and hidden gems in your time here.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Paris

    Paris

    Today enjoy the very best Paris has to offer with a skip-the-line tour to the very top of the Eiffel Tower, and a scenic seine cruise. Explore the boulevards and arrondissements with your included hop-on hop-off pass and do speak to any of our Rail Experts should you like to get a taste of the famous French cuisine with a fabulous food tour.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Geneva

    Paris to Geneva

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and take a direct train to Geneva in Switzerland. Check in at your hotel for an overnight stay and head out to enjoy this beautiful lake side city. Make the most of your time in Geneva - spend the evening enjoying a tasty meal at a local restaurant or take a relaxing boat trip out on the lake and admire the city's cosmopolitan feel against the stunning backdrop of the Alps and the Jura mountains.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Venice

    Geneva to Venice

    After breakfast, depart Geneva in the morning and travel to Venice on one of the most scenic routes in Europe, the Simplon Pass. Relax while the train follows the shores of Lake Leman and across Swiss vineyards, with stunning views of the Alps in the background. Travel further south after crossing the border into Italy before arriving in Venice. On arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy a two-night stay.

  9. Day 9overnight: Venice

    Venice

    Venice is a dazzling canal-side sanctuary, and a unique place to explore. Make the most of the city and get your bearings on a walking tour through the splendor of St. Mark's Square and the winding, architecturally magnificent backstreets. Finish the tour with an iconic gondola ride - a true bucket list experience. Your journey also includes skip the line entrance to St. Mark's Basilica, plus a tour of the imposing Doge's Palace.

  10. Day 10railovernight: Rome

    Venice to Rome

    From one Italian must-see to another, catch the train from Venice to Rome today. Check in at your hotel for a two-night stay and acquaint yourself with 'the Eternal City.'

  11. Day 11overnight: Rome

    Rome

    Discover the delights of the Italian capital with two great tours showing you the best of ancient and catholic Rome. Skip the lines at the Colosseum with priority entrance tickets and visit the Roman Forum to see the ancient ruins of Julius Caesar's temple. You'll also be able to skip the line at the Vatican Museums, marveling at the wonders of the Michelangelo's ceiling in the Sistine Chapel!

  12. Day 12rail

    Your Journey Ends in Rome

    Check out of your hotel today and continue your onward journey. Speak to one of our Rail Vacation Specialists if you'd like to continue your journey by rail - perhaps heading to Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance - by train.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2The included Berlin walking tour is followed by skip-the-line entrance to the DDR Museum.
  • Day 4A full day in Amsterdam includes a scenic canal cruise and skip-the-line entrance to the Rijksmuseum.
  • Day 6A skip-the-line tour to the top of the Eiffel Tower is paired with a scenic Seine river cruise.
  • Day 8The train from Geneva to Venice follows the Simplon Pass, tracing the shores of Lake Leman and Swiss vineyards with the Alps in view before crossing into Italy.
  • Day 9A Venice walking tour through St. Mark's Square ends with a gondola ride, plus skip-the-line entrance to St. Mark's Basilica and a tour of Doge's Palace.

Included

  • Rail travel in first class throughout
  • 2 nights' stay in Berlin
  • 2 nights' stay in Amsterdam
  • 2 nights' stay in Paris
  • 1 night stay in Geneva
  • 2 nights' stay in Venice
  • 2 nights' stay in Rome
  • Discover Berlin Walking Tour
  • Skip-the-Line VIP DDR Museum ticket in Berlin
  • Skip the line Rijksmuseum and canal boat tour
  • Skip the Line Eiffel Tower tickets
  • 2 Day Paris hop-on hop-off pass
  • Scenic Paris River Cruise
  • Skip the line Louvre Museum tickets (closed on Tuesdays)
  • Skip the Line: Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica
  • Venice walking tour and gondola ride
  • Skip the Line: Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
  • Skip the Line: Ancient Rome and Colosseum tour

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price of this trip?
Yes. Railbookers includes first class rail travel throughout, connecting Berlin, Amsterdam, Paris, Geneva, Venice, and Rome.
Which trains are used on this trip?
The evidence names Eurostar, EuroCity, TGV Lyria, SNCF, and Trenitalia among the rail operators used across the route's international and domestic legs.
What sightseeing is included?
Skip-the-line entry to the Rijksmuseum, the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, the Colosseum, and the Vatican Museums, plus a Berlin walking tour, a Paris hop-on hop-off pass, a Seine river cruise, and a Venice walking tour with a gondola ride.
What hotels does the trip use?
The evidence lists 36 accommodation options across tiers and cities; sample hotels include the Waldorf Astoria Berlin, the InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam, and the Hilton Berlin.
Is the French food tour in Paris included?
No, it is listed as an optional extra.
How much does this trip cost?
Railbookers prices this trip from $3,289.

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