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Rome, Venice, and Zurich from Paris

10-day independent rail loop from Paris via Italy and Zurich

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Railbookers' Rome, Venice, and Zurich from Paris trip is a 10-day, 9-night independent rail vacation with small-group tours, looping from Paris through Milan, Rome, Venice, and Zurich and back to Paris. The trip opens with two nights in Paris, including a gourmet dinner cruise on the Seine and skip-the-line access to the Eiffel Tower's summit. A high-speed train crosses the Italian countryside to Milan for one night, then continues to Rome for two nights, where a guided tour covers the Colosseum and Roman Forum. A direct train reaches Venice for two nights, including a small-group tour of the Doge's Palace and the Golden Basilica and a walk through the city's quieter lanes. From Venice, a train runs through the Gotthard Base Tunnel to Zurich for a one-night stop, before a final high-speed train returns the group to Paris. With several short, one-night stops linking the longer city stays, this suits travelers who want to cover five major cities across three countries in ten days.

What to know before you look closer

  • Railbookers offers 30 accommodation options across different tiers and cities for this trip, so the exact hotel and its standard depend on which option you choose.
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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 two-night stay. In the evening, enjoy a gourmet dinner cruise along the river Seine – the perfect romantic ending to a first night in Paris!

  2. Day 2overnight: Paris

    Paris

    Spend another day sightseeing in Paris using your skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets for what surely will be one of the best photo opportunities of your whole trip. 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 3railovernight: Milan

    Paris to Milan

    After breakfast, depart Paris on a high-speed rail journey into the Italian countryside before arriving at Milan Centrale. Make your way to your hotel and check in for an overnight stay. In the evening, why not wander through the lively Navigli district, known for its picturesque canals, trendy boutiques, and vibrant nightlife?

  4. Day 4railovernight: Rome

    Milan to Rome

    Today, head to the train station after breakfast for a short train ride through the countryside to Rome. Check in to your hotel for a two-night stay and start exploring Europe's largest open-air museum.

  5. Day 5overnight: 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.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Venice

    Rome to Venice

    After breakfast, head to Roma Termini station and board a direct high-speed train to Venice. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel for a two-night stay before setting out to acquaint yourself with the classic Italian city.

  7. Day 7overnight: Venice

    Venice

    This morning, make your way to St Mark's Square for the start of your small group tour to the Doges Palace, and mesmerizing Golden Basilica. Following this, it is a guided walking tour through the quieter lanes and alleys.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Zurich

    Venice to Zurich

    Following breakfast at your hotel, take the direct train to Zurich via the vast Gotthard Base Tunnel, and once arrived use your handy city pass to get to your hotel to check in for an overnight stay.

  9. Day 9railovernight: Paris

    Zurich to Paris

    Enjoy a final breakfast in Zurich this morning before embarking on a direct high-speed train back to Paris for a final overnight stay. Make sure to visit any tourist attractions or restaurants you have not yet got a chance to see in Paris.

  10. Day 10rail

    Your Journey Ends in Paris

    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.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1A gourmet dinner and sightseeing cruise along the river Seine.
  • Day 2Skip-the-line tickets for the Eiffel Tower, described as one of the best photo opportunities of the trip.
  • Day 5A guided tour of the Colosseum followed by a guided stroll around the Roman Forum.
  • Day 7A small-group tour of St Mark's Square, the Doge's Palace, and the Golden Basilica, followed by a guided walk through Venice's quieter lanes and alleys.
  • Day 8A direct train from Venice to Zurich through the Gotthard Base Tunnel.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Paris
  • 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Milan
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Venice
  • 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Zurich
  • Gourmet Dinner and Sightseeing Cruise on the Seine
  • Tickets for the Eiffel Tower with Priority Boarding and Summit
  • Multi-day Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Pass in Milan
  • Hop-on, Hop-Off Sightseeing Pass in Rome
  • Small-group Walking Tour of Rome with the Roman Forum and Colosseum
  • Small-group walking tour of Venice with the Golden Basilica and the Doge's Palace

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes, rail travel is included as per the itinerary, with trains linking Paris, Milan, Rome, Venice, and Zurich, including a route through the Gotthard Base Tunnel between Venice and Zurich.
Is it escorted or independent?
Railbookers calls this an independent rail vacation with small-group tours, so some sightseeing, such as day 2 in Paris, is left to your own choice, while the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Venice's Doge's Palace are guided.
Which cities does it visit?
Paris, Milan, Rome, Venice, and Zurich, beginning and ending in Paris.
What is included in Paris?
A gourmet dinner and sightseeing cruise on the Seine, Eiffel Tower tickets with priority boarding and summit access, and three nights of hotel accommodation with breakfast across the start and end of the trip.
What hotels are used?
Railbookers offers 30 accommodation options across tiers and cities, including the Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opera in Paris and the Hilton Milan in Milan; the exact hotel depends on the option chosen.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $3,809 USD.

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