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Milan with Venice and Lake Como from Paris

Rail trip from Paris to Milan with Venice and Como day trips

Illustration of Milan with Venice and Lake Como from Paris

Railbookers operates this independent rail vacation, an 8-day, 7-night trip based in Paris and Milan with day trips by train to Venice and Lake Como. Three nights in Paris open with a gourmet dinner and sightseeing cruise on the Seine, followed by priority access to the Eiffel Tower summit and fast-track entry to the Louvre to see the Mona Lisa. A high-speed train through the Italian countryside then leads to Milan for a three-night stay, where a hop-on hop-off pass covers the city. From Milan, a direct train makes a day trip to Venice, taking in St. Mark's Basilica and a gondola ride through the canals, and another rail day trip visits the towns around Lake Como, including Bellagio and Varenna. Travelers return to the Milan hotel each night rather than staying over in either place. A final high-speed train brings the trip back to Paris for a last night before departure. The structure suits travelers who prefer two fixed bases over changing hotels every night.

What to know before you look closer

  • Venice and Lake Como are visited as single-day rail excursions based out of Milan, not overnight stays; the itinerary lists Milan as the overnight both of those days.
  • Railbookers lists several hotel options in both Paris and Milan spanning tiers, from the Holiday Inn Paris and Novotel properties up to the Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opera, and from the Hilton Milan up to the Armani Hotel Milano and Four Seasons Hotel Milano; which hotel you get depends on the tier you choose.
  • The evidence available does not list current departure dates or a season for this package; confirm timing and availability directly with Railbookers.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Paris

    Your Journey Begins in Paris

    Welcome to the City of Lights! Upon arrival in Paris, make your way to check in at your hotel for a three-night stay. Enjoy a gourmet dinner cruise along the river Seine in the evening.

  2. Day 2overnight: Paris

    Paris

    Spend another day sightseeing in Paris using your skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets. You might also like to visit the history museum located within the Arc de Triomphe or marvel at the Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral.

  3. Day 3overnight: Paris

    Paris

    Continue exploring today and visit the Louvre Museum to come face to face with the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Nike of Samothrace.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Milan

    Paris to Milan

    After breakfast, depart Paris on a high-speed rail journey into the Italian countryside before arriving at Milan Centrale. Check in for a three-night stay. Use your Hop-on, Hop-off pass to explore the fashion capital.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Milan

    Day Trip to Venice By Rail

    After breakfast, make your way to Milan Centrale for a direct train service to Venice. Navigate the winding streets, cross over charming bridges, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Venice.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Milan

    Day Trip to Lake Como By Rail

    Today, take a train day trip to Lake Como! The charming towns around Lake Como, such as Bellagio, Varenna, and Como town itself, are perfect for leisurely exploration.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Paris

    Milan to Paris

    Enjoy a final breakfast in Milan this morning before embarking on a direct high-speed train back to Paris for a final overnight stay.

  8. Day 8rail

    Your Journey Ends in Paris

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and continue with your travels. If you'd like to extend your journey to another city, just ask your Rail Expert and we can help you make all the arrangements.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1The trip opens with a gourmet dinner and sightseeing cruise along the river Seine.
  • Day 2Skip-the-line tickets give priority boarding and summit access to the Eiffel Tower.
  • Day 3Fast-track entry to the Louvre Museum brings travelers face to face with the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Nike of Samothrace.
  • Day 5A rail day trip to Venice takes in St. Mark's Basilica and a gondola ride through the canals.
  • Day 6A rail day trip to Lake Como visits its towns, including Bellagio and Varenna.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 4 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Paris
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Milan
  • Gourmet Dinner and Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine
  • Tickets for the Eiffel Tower with Priority Boarding and Summit
  • Tickets for the Louvre Museum with Fast Track Entry
  • Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Pass in Milan
  • Day Trip by Train to Venice
  • Day Trip by Train to Lake Como

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. Rail travel is included as per the itinerary, on SNCF between Paris and Milan and on Trenitalia for the day trips to Venice and Lake Como.
Do travelers stay overnight in Venice and Lake Como?
No. Both are visited as day trips by train from Milan; the itinerary lists the overnight stay as Milan on both of those days.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is an independent rail vacation from Railbookers. The material we have does not mention a guide or escort for the day trips.
What sightseeing is included?
A gourmet dinner cruise on the Seine, Eiffel Tower tickets with priority boarding and summit access, fast-track Louvre Museum tickets, a Milan hop-on hop-off pass, and rail day trips to Venice and Lake Como.
How long is the trip and what does it cost?
It runs 8 days and 7 nights, priced from $1,529 per person according to Railbookers.

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