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Paris and London from Amsterdam

Amsterdam to Paris to London by Thalys and Eurostar train

Illustration of Paris and London from Amsterdam

Railbookers runs this 5-day, 4-night independent rail vacation from Amsterdam to Paris to London, using the high-speed Thalys and Eurostar trains. The trip begins on day 1 as the Thalys carries you from Amsterdam to Paris, where you settle in for two nights and explore with an included hop-on hop-off pass. Day 2 adds a skip-the-line Eiffel Tower visit, a Seine river cruise, and Louvre Museum tickets. On day 3, the Eurostar travels under the English Channel to London for a two-night stay, arriving in time to walk the Southbank past the London Eye and Shakespeare's Globe. Day 4 is a full day on London's hop-on hop-off bus, passing Big Ben, the Tower of London, and Westminster Abbey. The trip ends on day 5 with no included activity beyond checkout. This short, city-focused itinerary suits first-time rail travellers and couples who want three major European capitals covered quickly, with Rail Experts support handling the train logistics rather than a guided escort.

What to know before you look closer

  • The hotel sample lists Amsterdam properties, but the included nights are only 2 in Paris and 2 in London; no Amsterdam accommodation is part of this package, so you need your own arrangements in Amsterdam before day 1.
  • Day 5 has no included activity beyond hotel checkout; extensions such as Stonehenge or York are suggestions from Rail Experts, not part of the package.
  • The evidence does not list specific departure dates for this package; confirm availability with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1rail

    Amsterdam to Paris

    Wave good bye to Amsterdam as your highspeed Thalys train races through the low countries to Paris! On arrival head to your hotel for a two-night stay, then get out to explore the city with your included Hop-on Hop-off pass. In the evening why not speak to any of our knowledgeable Rail Experts about a night at the world-famous Moulin Rouge?

  2. Day 2overnight: Paris

    Paris

    It's a day to remember today, as you explore the very best the city has to offer. Included for you is a skip-the-line tour to the very top of the Eiffel Tower, a one-hour scenic, seine cruise, and tickets to the world-famous Louvre Museum. You also have another day of exploring the city with your handy hop-on hop-off pass which gives you the best views of the beautiful boulevards and arrondissements that make Paris so famous.

  3. Day 3railovernight: London

    Paris to London

    Today take the Eurostar train under the English Channel to London and check in at your hotel for a 2-night stay. In the afternoon, perhaps enjoy the sites and skyline on the river Thames including the London Eye and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre while walking along the buzzing Southbank. You can walk over the river from the huge Tate Modern Gallery and enjoy one of the city's best views of St Paul's Cathedral, or head to Borough Market where there are some great restaurants.

  4. Day 4overnight: London

    London

    Enjoy breakfast at your hotel then enjoy the day making the most of your hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Onboard, enjoy the best photo opportunities and full audio history of the many landmarks, including Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, West Minster Abbey and Trafalgar Square. In the evening, head to Angel Islington for a great selection of independent restaurants, or if you are feeling adventurous, head down to Brick Lane for an amazing curry.

  5. Day 5rail

    Your Journey Ends in London

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast and continue with your travels. If you have more time to spend on journey and would like to extend your trip, perhaps visiting Stonehenge or the historic city of York, just speak to one of our Rail Experts.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1The high-speed Thalys train travels from Amsterdam to Paris, arriving in time to explore the city with an included hop-on hop-off pass.
  • Day 2A skip-the-line visit to the top of the Eiffel Tower, a scenic Seine river cruise, and tickets to the Louvre Museum, all in one day.
  • Day 3The Eurostar train travels under the English Channel from Paris to London, arriving in time to walk the Southbank past the London Eye and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre.
  • Day 4A full day on London's hop-on hop-off bus tour, passing Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, and Trafalgar Square.

Included

  • Standard class rail as specified in the itinerary
  • 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Paris
  • 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in London
  • 24-hour hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of London
  • Skip the Line Eiffel Tower tickets
  • 2 Day Paris hop-on hop-off pass
  • Scenic Paris River Cruise
  • Louvre Museum tickets (closed on Tuesdays)

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. Standard class rail is included throughout, using the Thalys train from Amsterdam to Paris and the Eurostar train from Paris to London.
Is this tour escorted or independent?
It is independent travel with Rail Experts support. You explore Paris and London on your own using included hop-on hop-off passes, without a guided escort.
Does the package include a hotel in Amsterdam?
No. The included nights are two in Paris and two in London; the trip begins in Amsterdam by train without an Amsterdam hotel stay in the base package.
What is included in the price?
Standard class rail as specified in the itinerary, 2 nights hotel with breakfast in Paris, 2 nights hotel with breakfast in London, a 24-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour of London, skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets, a 2-day Paris hop-on hop-off pass, a scenic Paris river cruise, and Louvre Museum tickets.
When does this tour run?
The evidence does not list specific departure dates for this package. Contact Railbookers to confirm availability.

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