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Scenic Luxury Rail Journeys Across Europe's Most Beautiful Landscapes
Europe is a beautifully diverse continent, home to the dramatic landscapes of the Scottish Highlands as well as the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean. And with train lines connecting much of what's in between, a vacation with luxury rail Journeys offers a relaxing and scenic way of exploring its different countries and attractions. Travel with people who share your interests and enjoy similar activities, as we bring to life unique towns and cities from Scandinavia to Sicily, through engrossing excursions, hand-picked hotels, comfortable travel, and meals bursting with flavor. From the snow-capped peaks of Switzerland to the charming villages of Austria, every rail journey reveals a new side of Europe.
Expertly Crafted Itineraries Balancing Guided Excursions and Leisure Time
Tours are a time for new discoveries and relaxation, and our itineraries perfectly balance excursions to must-see landmarks, tours with local guides who help uncover the secrets of our destinations, authentic food and wine tastings, and free time to sightsee in a way that suits you. Whether gliding through the vineyards of France or arriving in the historic piazzas of Italy, the journey itself is as memorable as the destination.
Exclusive Cultural Experiences and Authentic Local Encounters by Rail
Destination Europe provides unique experiences to get you better acquainted with cultures and traditions of the places you visit. Feast on specialties while admiring sounds of a private music recital or visit the oldest gelateria in Rome. For those planning a broader Europe tour, rail travel offers the most scenic and immersive way to move between countries. For those who want to combine scenic rail travel with the grandeur of the Alps, our luxury tours in Switzerland offer an unmatched mountain rail experience.
Plan Your Custom Luxury Rail Vacation Package with Destination Europe
Please contact Destination Europe to learn more about our luxury rail vacation packages.
Frequently Asked Questions About Luxury Rail Tours
What countries are covered on Destination Europe's luxury rail tours?
Our luxury rail tours span a wide range of European destinations, from Scandinavia in the north to Sicily in the south, including the Scottish Highlands, the Mediterranean coast, and many destinations in between. Each itinerary is tailored to your interests and travel goals.
What is included in a luxury rail tour package?
Our luxury rail vacation packages typically include premium train travel, hand-picked hotels, guided excursions to major landmarks, authentic food and wine tastings, and carefully planned free time so you can explore destinations at your own pace.
Are Destination Europe rail tours suitable for solo travelers?
Yes. Our tours are designed to connect travelers who share similar interests and passions, making them ideal for solo travelers looking to explore Europe comfortably while meeting like-minded companions along the way.
How do luxury rail tours compare to other forms of European travel?
Luxury rail travel offers a uniquely relaxing and scenic way to experience Europe. Unlike flying, train travel allows you to enjoy the passing landscapes, arrive at city-center stations, and avoid the stress of airports — all while traveling in comfort and style.
Can I customize my European rail tour itinerary?
Absolutely. Destination Europe specializes in custom travel to Europe, and our rail tours can be personalized to match your preferred destinations, travel pace, accommodation style, and special interests such as cuisine, history, or art.
What We Offer
The Complete Package
Travel Insurance
Destination Europe has adopted the policy of always recommending travel insurance to protect your travel investment. Given recent world events, unexpected and unforeseen occurrences, we highly recommend travel insurance to all of our clients. Our insurance provider is Travelex.
Plan My TripAirfare
We can offer round trip international airfare from any city in the United States. Please note that we can only offer published fares and do not have the capabilities to hold specific fares or flights for longer than five days. Also, we do not offer airfare as a single item - it must be included with a travel package.
Plan My TripRail Travel & Passes
Interested in including rail travel in your journey, we offer a wide range of rail passes, transportation cards, night train reservations, premier seat reservations, point-to-point tickets and more. Please contact us at info@destinationeuropeonline.com or fill our Travel Request form and provide the necessary information.
Plan My TripHotels
We work with a large range of hotels and properties all over Europe. Ranging from budget friendly hotels, to first class luxury hotels. We also work with select B&Bs and Inns, rentals, Villas, Castles, and unique style properties (think glamping, tents, ice hotel, etc). With our Virtuoso connections, additional amenities at select hotels are included.
Plan My TripExperiences
The experiences and activities that we build are endless. From private drivers and private guides, to small group experiences. City tours, day trips, boat charters, hot air balloons, food and wine, culinary experiences, hiking & biking, history tours, photography tours, garden and estate tours, and special occasions are just some of what we can offer.
Plan My TripRiver Cruises
Europe offers an array of River Cruise options from the Douro River in Portugal, to Normandy and the South of France along the Seine and Rhone Rivers, to Rhine and Danube Rivers meandering through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Hungary, and Romania. We can help you navigate all options best suited for you or group.
Plan My TripWhat our customers say
We wanted to drop you a note to thank you for all your help with our recent vacation to Italy. It was simply a phenomenal trip! You put together a package which was exactly what we asked for ? organized activities coupled with ample free time to explore on our own, and smaller quaint (yet elegant) accommodations.
Anne & Tim
Rochester NH
Our trip to Paris and Provence was even better than we had imagined. Once again we gave you short notice, but you came through for us with flying colors. Everything, transportation, hotel accommodations, day tours were excellent. This was our second trip with you planning all of the details, truly amazing!