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Rome and Milan

Independent rail trip from Rome to Milan, seven days

Illustration of Rome and Milan

Railbookers operates this 7-day independent rail vacation between Rome and Milan, spending three nights in each city. The first three days in Rome include a guided tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum, then a tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. On day 4, a train carries travelers from the center of Rome to the center of Milan for a three-night stay. In Milan, a guided tour covers the Duomo and its ancient crypt, and a separate sightseeing tour takes in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and the Last Supper, with an evening free to explore the Navigli nightlife district. Outside the included sightseeing tours, days are self-directed, which suits independent travelers who want pre-booked museum and monument access in two contrasting Italian cities, ancient Rome and fashion-forward Milan, without a full escorted schedule.

What to know before you look closer

  • The Vatican Museums, St. Peter's, and Sistine Chapel tour included with this package is not available on Sundays, per the operator's inclusion note.
  • Railbookers lists 12 accommodation options across tiers and cities for this trip; which hotel you receive depends on the tier and city you choose rather than a fixed named hotel.
  • The evidence provided does not list specific current departure dates for this trip; confirm availability with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Rome

    Your Journey Begins in Rome

    Welcome to Rome! Check in to your hotel for a three-night stay. Venture out for an evening stroll through the city.

  2. Day 2overnight: Rome

    Rome

    Meet the last of the gladiators at the Colosseum today and walk around the Roman Forum with a tour guide.

  3. Day 3overnight: Rome

    Rome

    Today, you will explore the Vatican City, with a thorough tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Milan

    Rome to Milan

    Take the train from the center of Rome to the center of Milan. Upon your arrival, make your way to your hotel for a three-night stay.

  5. Day 5overnight: Milan

    Milan

    Discover the iconic Milan Duomo and its almost 6 centuries of history on a guided tour, including the ancient crypt.

  6. Day 6overnight: Milan

    Milan

    Discover the stunning Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. In the evening, check out the vibrant nightlife in the Naviglio district.

  7. Day 7

    Your Journey Ends in Milan

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and make your way to the airport for your onward travel.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2A guided tour visits the Colosseum, then walks around the Roman Forum.
  • Day 3A guided tour explores Vatican City, including the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel.
  • Day 5A guided tour of the Milan Duomo covers almost six centuries of history, including the ancient crypt.
  • Day 6The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is visited, followed by an evening in Milan's Navigli nightlife district.

Included

  • Rail travel as specified in the itinerary
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Milan
  • Sightseeing tour of Rome including the Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Vatican Museums San Peters and Sistine Chapel tour (Not available on Sunday's)
  • Sightseeing tour of Milan with the Last Supper

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Rail travel is included as specified in the itinerary, including the train from the center of Rome to the center of Milan.
Is this trip escorted or independent?
It is an independent rail vacation with sightseeing tours included. The Colosseum and Forum tour, the Vatican Museums tour, and the Milan sightseeing tour are guided; other time is self-directed.
Is the Vatican tour available every day?
No. The Vatican Museums, St. Peter's, and Sistine Chapel tour is not available on Sundays.
What hotels are used?
Railbookers offers 12 accommodation options across tiers and cities, with sample choices including the Kolbe Hotel Rome, the InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace, Starhotels Anderson Milan, and the Hilton Milan.
Is the Last Supper included?
Yes. The Milan sightseeing tour included in the package covers the Last Supper.

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