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Rome, Lake Como, and Zurich

8-day escorted rail tour: Rome, Lake Como, and Zurich

Illustration of Rome, Lake Como, and Zurich

Railbookers runs this 8-day, 7-night escorted rail tour from Rome to Zurich, with a stop at Lake Como along the way. The first three nights are in Rome, opening with a day at leisure before guided tours of the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Vatican Museums with the Sistine Chapel. A train continues to Lake Como for two nights, where an expert guide leads a tour taking in the lake's Mediterranean and Alpine scenery. On day 6, a direct train reaches Zurich, Switzerland's most cosmopolitan city, for two final nights that include a guided walking tour of the Old Town, a bus tour of the districts, and an audio-guided boat trip on Lake Zurich. This suits travelers who want a guided introduction to three very different settings, Roman history, an Italian lake, and a Swiss city, without planning the sightseeing themselves.

What to know before you look closer

  • The evidence pack lists no specific departure dates for this trip; confirm availability with Railbookers.
  • Day 1 in Rome is 'at leisure' with no scheduled activity, and the evenings of day 1 and day 7 are also left free, so plan on some independent time even on this escorted tour.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Rome

    Your Journey Begins in Rome

    Welcome to Rome! Make your way to your hotel and check-in for a three-night stay. The rest of the day is yours at leisure – the perfect opportunity to stroll through the city and visit some of the key spots! Why not head over to Trevi fountain at a chance for some good luck, followed by a walk around the Pantheon and across to the Spanish Steps. End your first day with a taste of one of Rome’s specialties – Cacio E Pepe! (Overnight in Rome)

  2. Day 2overnight: Rome

    Rome

    After breakfast, make your way over to the Colosseum for a guided tour of the famous amphitheater, then walk in the footsteps of ancient Romans once more with a guided stroll around the Roman Forum. These amazing ruins were for centuries the center of day-to-day life in Rome. (Overnight in Rome)

    Meals: B

  3. Day 3overnight: Rome

    Rome

    Today you will visit the Vatican in the heart of the city for a tour of the vast Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and San Peter’s. The Museum’s collections include some of the most precious pieces of art and historical treasures in the whole world, and seeing the spectacular ceiling of the Sistine Chapel is an unforgettable experience. (Overnight in Rome)

    Meals: B

  4. Day 4railovernight: Lake Como

    Rome to Lake Como

    Following breakfast, make your way to the station to board your train to Como. Check in to your hotel for a two-night stay and get ready to explore the town of Como at your own leisure this afternoon. (Overnight in Lake Como)

    Meals: B

  5. Day 5overnight: Lake Como

    Lake Como

    Enjoy breakfast before meeting your expert guide for a tour around Como this morning. Lake Como is the third-largest lake in Italy and is known for its incredible Mediterranean and Alpine scenery, as well as being a favorite spot among Hollywood celebrities. (Overnight in Lake Como)

    Meals: B

  6. Day 6railovernight: Zurich

    Lake Como to Zurich

    Take a direct train to Zurich this morning. Arrive in the city center and check-in for a two-night stay at your hotel. Zurich is Switzerland's most cosmopolitan and elegant city, situated on the banks of the river Limmat. Spend the evening by the lake in the old town district of Niederdorf, famous for its bars, restaurants, lounges, and fashion shops. (Overnight in Zurich)

    Meals: B

  7. Day 7overnight: Zurich

    Zurich

    Following breakfast, enjoy a walking tour of Zurich with an expert guide to introduce you to the city and the old town. Explore the city by bus to get an overview of the various districts. Embark on a guided walking tour of the Old Town and discover the city and its beautiful surroundings from the water during an audio-guided boat trip on Lake Zurich. The rest of the evening is yours at leisure. (Overnight in Zurich)

    Meals: B

  8. Day 8rail

    Your Journey Ends in Zurich

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

    Meals: B

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Take a guided tour of the Colosseum and a guided stroll around the Roman Forum.
  • Day 3Tour the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, taking in its spectacular ceiling.
  • Day 5Join an expert-guided tour of Lake Como, known for its Mediterranean and Alpine scenery.
  • Day 6Take a direct train from Lake Como to Zurich, arriving on the banks of the river Limmat.
  • Day 7Explore Zurich's Old Town on a guided walking tour, then take an audio-guided boat trip on Lake Zurich.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Lake Como 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Zurich Small-group sightseeing tour of Rome with the Roman Forum and Colosseum Small-group sightseeing tour of the Vatican Museums with the Sistine Chapel Small-group walking tour of Como Sightseeing tour of Zurich with lake cruise

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes, rail travel is included as per the itinerary, with a train from Rome to Como and a direct train from Como to Zurich.
What guided tours are included?
Small-group tours of the Roman Forum and Colosseum, and the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, in Rome; a small-group walking tour of Como; and a Zurich sightseeing tour with a lake cruise.
Where do travelers stay?
3 nights of hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome, 2 nights at Lake Como, and 2 nights in Zurich.
Does the trip visit Switzerland?
Yes, the final stop is Zurich, Switzerland, reached by direct train from Lake Como, Italy.
How much walking is involved?
The trip includes guided walking tours in Rome, Como and Zurich, plus a bus tour and a boat trip in Zurich; the itinerary does not mention hiking.

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