relax by rail to the heart of Europe this summer

summer 2013

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to Denmark

UK

Kiel Hamburg

Stralsund Rostock Szczecin

Europe at your fingertips

Wherever you want to go in Europe, you can almost certainly get there by train. Europes rail network is vast, serving literally 1000s of stations across every country in the continent, from major cities served by modern high speed services to tiny rural Brest villages. And continuous improvements to Quimper the network mean better services, more high speed routes, new modern trains... it makes no sense to fly when you can get to so many places so fast, so easily and so comfortably by rail!
London Ebbsfleet Ashford Bruges Boulogne Cherbourg Le Havre Granville St Malo Mont St Michel Rennes La Baule Angers Nantes Tours Vierzon Chartres Le Mans Orlans Caen Rouen Paris Reims pernay Metz Dieppe Amiens Namur Charleville Calais Ghent Lille Antwerp Brussels The Hague Rotterdam

Gda nsk

Lbeck

HOLLAND
Amsterdam Utrecht Dordrecht Essen Maastricht

Bremen

PO LA N D
Bydgoszcz Hannover Magdeburg Berlin Pozna n Warsaw Terespol Leipzig Bebra Dresden Ld Riesa Lublin Wroclaw Czstochowa to Moscow

Osnabrck

Dsseldorf Cologne Bonn

Kassel

G ER M A N Y

BELGIUM
Lige Luxembourg

Frankfurt Wrzburg Mannheim Nuremberg Regensburg Ulm Freiburg Basel Singen Zrich Innsbruck San Candido Calalzo Trento Milan Verona Genova Augsburg Munich Salzburg Linz Vienna Prague Cheb Katowice Ostrava Perov Krakw Przeworsk

Disneyland Paris

Heidelberg Saarbrcken Strasbourg St Di

Karlsruhe Troyes Nancy Stuttgart

C ZEC H R EPU B LIC

FRANCE
Nevers

Remiremont Colmar Dijon Mulhouse Besanon Belfort Neuchatel Bern Bourg-en -Bresse Lyon Geneva Lausanne

Bratislava

S LO VA K IA

Koice

La Rochelle

Poitiers St. Germain des Fosss Limoges

SWITZERLAND

A U S TR IA S LO V EN IA
Rijeka

Graz

Budapest

La Corua Santiago de Compostela Oviedo Vigo Braga Porto Miranda Gijn Santander Len Bilbao Biarritz Hendaye Irun Vitoria Dax Lourdes Bordeaux

Brive

Clermont -Ferrand

Evian Brig Bellegarde Chamonix Chambry Bourg St. Maurice

Maribor Zagreb

HUNGARY
Pcs Kelebia Arad Timisoara

Ourense

Valence Montauban Tarbes Toulouse Nmes Montpellier Carcassonne LHospitalet Figueres Narbonne Cerbre Avignon

Grenoble Brianon Turin

Udine Ljubljana Treviso Venice Trieste

C R O ATIA
Otarije Vinkovci

Osijek

ROMAN I A
to Bucharest

P O R T U G AL
Coimbra

Zamora Palencia Salamanca Avila Madrid Valladolid

Burgos Logroo

Pamplona Canfranc Huesca

Pula Bologna

Belgrade

Nice Aix en Provence

Monaco Pisa Livorno

Florence Perugia Chiusi Ancona

B O S N IA
Split

Medina del Campo Segovia Guadalajara Cuenca Alczar de San Juan Teruel

Zaragoza

ANDORRA
Lerida

Marseille Toulon

Siena

S ER BI A

BULGARI A
Sofia

Lisbon

Abrantes Badajoz

Cceres Mrida

Toledo

Barcelona Tarragona Rome Castelln de la Plana Naples

Pescara

S PA I N

ITA LY

MONTENEGRO
Foggia

to Istanbul Skopje

Valencia Albacete Crdoba Faro Huelva Seville Bobadilla Cdiz Ronda Mlaga Algeciras Almeria Granada Murcia Linares La Encina Alicante

MACEDONIA
Bari

Key

Salerno

Brindisi Lecce

A LB A N IA

Fancy a touring holiday in Europe? Then an InterRail Pass is for you. With a Global Pass you can travel freely by train around up to 29 countries in Europe or if you have a single country youd like to explore choose a One Country Pass! See pages 10-11 for more details.

Capital city City/Town Major high speed train routes Faster routes opening 2013 Other major train routes Major overnight train routes
Villa San Giovanni to Sicily Paola Crotone

GREECE

Europe in the summer by rail...

Theres something for every taste, every whim, every age, every fancy... from sun-drenched rivieras to snow-capped peaks, serene green fjordlands to hip-and-happening beaches. Like the classics? You wont find better than Rome or Florence. Love fashion? Head for Paris, Naples, Barcelona or Milan. For culture why not try Marseille, European Capital of Culture 2013, or for some well-earned summer sunshine, choose Spain, Italy or the South of France, among others. Europe has it all. Its right on our doorstep, and so easy by train.

where better?
Taking the train to Europe? You know where to come. Rail Europe is now a key partner of Voyages-sncf.com, belonging to the same group. We are experts in European rail travel and as such we help many thousands of people book and plan their train travel through Europe each year. No one is better placed to advise where, when, how and on which ticket or pass you could travel. So relax, and lets start planning that trip!
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go your own way

You can arrive in the heart of Europe in just a few hours from the UK when you travel by train. No long check-ins, no cramped airline seats, no out-of-town airports, no tedious transfers; just fast, comfortable travel in modern spacious carriages with big windows and views! High speed services have drastically reduced journey times, and because you choose the route and you pick your departure times, you can please yourself!

book smart
Rail Europe is the UKs unrivalled specialist for train travel in Europe. We can give you all the information you need on tickets, passes, routes and train types. And once youve decided where, when and how you want to travel, leave the rest to us. Well book your tickets and any seat reservations you may need.

tailor-made for you

Will it be a weekend in Paris, or a month-long stint around Europe? Whatever your plans our advisors will be happy to help you choose and book an itinerary that suits you perfectly. Go high speed, travel overnight, take a slower scenic route or perhaps combine all three when you travel by rail its entirely up to you.

book easy
If you know what you want, you can book online at www.raileurope.co.uk. However, if youd like to talk over your options, or get some advice on which ticket will suit you, then telephone us on 0844 848 4040 or even pop into our Travel Centre in London at 193 Piccadilly and talk to us in person.

your trip, your train

Which train will you choose? There are lots of options when you travel by rail. High speed or regional? Day or overnight? Direct or with a few stops along the way? Some trains will even take your car! The good news is that Rail Europe can book all of the above... and a few more besides. We can book: Eurostar High speed rail travel across Europe Overnight trains InterRail and European Passes AutoTrain Local and regional trains Ski trains

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Eurostar & Paris why travel by train?

Rail beats ying to Europe! Here are just a few reasons why: Rail Air High speed Convenient Green Flexible Direct Great value Great scenery Great fun!
Below: Eurostar. Bottom: The Eiffel Tower

Rail connections between mainline stations in Paris

Map does not indicate all intermediate stations

to the UK
Metro Line 4 Metro Line 5
Above: Cathedral Notre Dame. Above right: Beautiful Provence

try it once, love it forever

Eurostar takes you from London to Paris in just over two hours. Step off in the chic French capital and explore its delights or choose from hundreds of high speed services connecting you to cities throughout Europe. No long check-ins, no extra luggage charges, no tiresome transfers, no hassle. Try it once, you wont look back!

Haussmann St-Lazare (for Gare St-Lazare on RER Line E) Metro Line 14 Haussmann St-Lazare Gare St-Lazare (for Gare St-Lazare on RER Line E) RER Line D

Gare du Nord Gare du Nord

to the UK

Magenta (for Gare du Nord on RER Line E) Magenta Gare de lEst (for Gare du Nord on RER Line E)

RER Line E  Mainline station

Gare St-Lazare River Seine River Seine

Gare de lEst

Gare de Lyon Gare Montparnasse Gare Montparnasse Gare dAusterlitz Gare dAusterlitz Gare de Lyon Gare de Bercy Gare de Bercy

Booking Eurostar? Leave it to us

Planning a trip to Europe by train? Eurostar runs high speed services from London St Pancras, Ebbsfleet and Ashford International stations to Brussels, Calais, Lille, Paris, Disneyland Paris, Avignon and new for summer 2013 Lyon and Aix-en-Provence. Check in just 30 minutes before departure, travel in modern, spacious carriages and pay from as little as 69 return. Youll wonder why you ever flew! Rail Europe can help with every aspect of your journey including booking Eurostar and any onward connections and making seat reservations on your behalf. Upgrade and unwind from 159 return Set off in style. Travel Standard Premier class on Eurostar and enjoy extra spacious carriages, larger seats with more legroom as well as a light meal served at your seat, and complimentary drinks and magazines.

Go Eurostar Direct this summer

Disneyland Paris from 69 return Youll be amazed how easy Disneyland Paris is to get to! Eurostar takes you right to the gates of the park, and with services running daily during school holidays and every day except Tuesdays and Saturdays for the rest of the year, it couldnt be easier or more convenient to take your family or friends away. Journey: London St Pancras, Ebbsfleet or Ashford International to Marne-la-Valle Journey time: 2 hours 45 mins Avignon from 109 return This perennially popular service takes you direct to the heart of Avignon in the sunny South of France. Leave at breakfast and you could be dining al fresco for lunch! Service runs Saturdays from 6 July to 7 September. Journey: London St Pancras or Ashford International stations to Avignon Centre Journey time: 5 hours 45 mins

Provence from 109 return New for 2013 this service will take the scenic route to Provence, stopping at historic Lyon, sun-drenched Avignon and lovely, laid-back Aix-en-Provence. Service runs Saturdays from 4 May to 29 June. Journey: London St Pancras or Ashford International stations to Aix-en-Provence Journey time: Lyon 4hrs 45 mins; Avignon 5hrs 30 mins; Aix-en-Provence 6hrs 15 mins NB: Outbound journeys on Eurostar Direct Provence are direct, while for the inbound journey you will need to get off and re-board the train for passport checks in Lille.

Paris
From 69 return Paris will be vibrant with colour and music this summer as a packed programme of festivals, shows, celebrations and events gets underway. Opera buffs will not want to miss the chance to see all four parts of Wagners Ring Cycle, presented over 10 days in June, at the Opera Bastille. Across the city, music of all kinds will be celebrated with free concerts in museums, gardens, restaurants, bars and even churches during the Fte de la Musique on 21 June. The Cathedral of Notre Dame hits its 850th anniversary this year, while just outside Paris at the Palace of Versailles a very different (but equally impressive) example of extravagant French architecture awaits. Just 50 mins away by train, Monets garden at Giverny provides a cool, blissful retreat from the city. Journey: London St Pancras, Ebbsfleet or Ashford International Stations to Paris Journey time: 2 hours 15 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/paris

Paris by public transport

The Paris Metro and RER make up Pariss public transport system. Its very easy to use, and is usually the simplest way of crossing Paris or getting to another station to make an onward connection. Just like the London Underground, you simply nd the station that you want to get to, check the line colour and number or letter of the service that goes there and then just jump on the train making sure its going in the right direction rst!

Paris on a shoestring
Rail Europe can offer you a number of different passes, tips and tickets to help you do more and spend less in the French capital. Paris Museum Pass This brilliant two-day pass gives you unlimited entry (and shorter queues with its 'Queue Jump' facility) at over 60 of Pariss finest museums and monuments including the Muse du Louvre and the Arc de Triomphe. Paris Visite Pass Part travel card, part museum pass, the Paris Visite can be used on the Metro, RER and local buses. Holders also receive discounts at many of Pariss top museums and city tours. Paris Metro tickets Buy your Paris Metro tickets from us in advance and you won't find yourself fumbling for change or queueing at the ticket office. Just get there and go! Find out more about buying your Paris Passes or Metro tickets in advance at www.raileurope.co.uk/parissavers

Eurostar Plus Culture

Travelling to Paris, Lille or Brussels? Hold on to your Eurostar ticket, because it will get you 2 for 1 entry at some of the cities finest museums and art galleries, just by showing it at the door.

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Below: The sleek TGV interior. Right: Traditional Nice architecture

France

book now for summer 2013

The booking period on some French trains has been extended from 3 to 4 months (book from May for travel up to September). For travel from September, the usual 3 month booking period applies.

sleek, chic... and that's just the trains

France is home to some of the most iconic cities in the world; cities whose very names have become synonymous with high fashion, great art, grand architecture and fine wine. Throw in fast, modern trains that whisk you there in style, and you get France with finesse - France the way it should be.
Top left: Bouillabaisse. Top right: Graces of the Opera, Montpellier. Above: Stunning Cote d'Azur

Nice
From 119 return The Cote dAzurs cosmopolitan capital, Nice is a seductive mix of chic French style and good Mediterranean living. Theres something for everybody here, from jet skiing in the curved Bay of Angels to people spotting on the long, palm-tree lined Promenade des Anglais. The pebbled beaches polished by the azure waters of the Mediterranean are lined with hip cafs and bars, and lively outdoor markets sell flowers, local crafts and antiques. Walkers head for the hills outside the city, or go just an hour inland and you could be hiking in the Southern Alps. Otherwise, hire a car or take a local train to explore this spectacular coastline, pausing for a classic Salade Nioise (anchovies, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, black olives, French beans and hard boiled eggs) along the way. Journey: London to Paris, then high speed TGV to Nice Journey time: 9 hours More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/nice

Montpellier
From 119 return Montpellier contrasts its medieval past with the youthful vibe of a university city. Its a beautiful spot at any time of the year but in summertime, as sunlight bounces off the terracotta rooftops and caf culture spills onto the old winding lanes, it is perhaps at its best. Place de la Comdie is the place to see and be seen. This stately square, draped around an elegant fountain and flanked by impressive 19th-century buildings, is the heart of the city. Other attractions include the oldest botanical gardens in France, the impressive new Mare Nostrum aquarium and the huge Amazonian greenhouse at Montpellier zoo. Theres a great gastronomic tradition in the city look out for local oysters, escargots or bourride, a spicy fish dish matched only by the superb Languedoc wines. Journey: London to Paris, then high speed TGV to Montpellier Journey time: 7 hours More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/montpellier

Bordeaux
From 109 return One of the most beautiful cities in France, the old centre of Bordeaux has been painstakingly restored over the past decade. Its glorious by day but at night, when many of the finest old buildings are lit, the city is even more striking. Today futuristic trams glide through the ancient city centre, providing a startling contrast to the elegant 18th-century facades. Buy a day ticket for about 3 and you can jump on and off until 1am a great way to get around. Another way to see the city is on a guided tour on foot, by bus or even by bike! Bordeaux is the worlds wine capital, so naturally it is everywhere. Museums, cellars, tours even the Bordeaux wine school, where you can become a wine connoisseur yourself! Journey: London to Paris, then high speed TGV to Bordeaux Journey time: 6 hours 45 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/bordeaux

Perpignan
From 119 return Perpignan is unlike any other city in France. Nestled at the foot of the Pyrenees just 30 miles from the Spanish border, it combines Catalan, Roman and Mediterranean cultures. This is best seen in high summer when the Jeudis de Perpignan sees acrobats, jugglers, street artists and dancers (flamenco, salsa, jazz, samba you name it) take to the streets. This year the festival will take place every Thursday evening from 18 July to 22 August so if you like eating, drinking and partying al fresco, this is the time to go. Sant Joan another major festival takes place on 23 June when ceremonial fires, fireworks and traditional Sardana dancing will keep the city jumping til dawn. And if you feel peckish after all the revelry, the Spanish-influenced cuisine and fresh seafood are reasons to visit on their own! Journey: London to Lille, then high speed TGV to Perpignan Journey time: 8 hours 30 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/perpignan

Marseille
From 119 return If youve never been to Marseille before, this is the year to go. European Capital of Culture 2013, the city is hosting a long and lively programme of events, and opening some sensational new galleries and museums. Seen from the water, Marseille has a rosy, apricot hue. Terracotta roofs on pale stone buildings arc back up the hill from the lively Vieux Port (Old Port), while the historic Le Panier quarter offers elegant terraced houses. Down on the waterfront, the harbourside is the setting for Marseille's daily fishmarket. Dont miss an evening in this colourful, vibrant setting a spot of people watching over a bowl of bona fide bouillabaisse is not to be missed. Journey: London to Paris, then high speed TGV to Marseille Journey time: 6 hours 30 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/marseille

Angoulme
From 109 return Handsome, hilltop Angoulme, sometimes referred to as the balcony of the south west, perches on a plateau above the Charente. This is a city of grand, graceful architecture, a legacy of conquest and re-conquest dating back to the 6th century. The walls that once embraced and protected Angoulme have been replaced by a boulevard called The Remparts, from where you can get glorious views of the Charente Valley below. Go in September and the same streets host the annual Circuit des Remparts a classic car race of high speed driving and hairpin bends. Angoulme is the Comic Book Capital of France; kids will love the brightly coloured comic strips and murals painted on walls of the old town. Journey: London to Paris, then high speed TGV to Angoulme Journey time: 6 hours More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/angouleme

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France by AutoTrain

where AutoTrain goes

Avignon Brianon Lyon Nice Biarritz Brive Marseille Toulon Bordeaux Frjus/St Raphal Narbonne Toulouse

take your car, take the train, take both!

Imagine taking your own car on a road trip in the South of France, going where you like, when you like and stopping wherever you please. Like the sound of that idea, but dont fancy the exhausting drive through France to get there? Say hello to AutoTrain.
Above: Chic surf beaches of Biarritz

UK
London Calais

Paris

FRANCE

Brive Bordeaux Biarritz Toulouse

Lyon Brianon Avignon Marseille Narbonne Nice Frjus Toulon

Left: Le Pont d'Avignon

How AutoTrain works

Want to experience the thrill of a continental road trip whilst avoiding that gruelling drive through France? With AutoTrain, drop your car or motorbike off in Paris and pick it up at your destination in the South of France saving you the hassle of driving the whole, exhausting way. Its simple: 1.  First, you take your vehicle across the Channel. 2.  Its about a 3-hour drive from Calais to the AutoTrain terminal at Paris Bercy station, in the south east of the capital. 3.  Leave your vehicle at the station, where it is then loaded onto the AutoTrain and transported from Paris to your chosen destination. Your vehicle and its luggage travel overnight on a special double-decker train. 4.  Meanwhile, you make your own way to the destination on a separate daytime or overnight train avoiding the trafc jams, the road tolls and the stress. 5.  Simply pick up your car or motorbike at the other end and enjoy the rest of your holiday.

Lyon
Car from 106.50 one way Passenger from 22.50 one way The Rhne Alps border Italy and Switzerland to the east and Provence to the south. Lyon is the regions capital, so its an ideal starting point for a road trip around this part of France. From the high Alps of the Savoy region to the lavender fields and beautiful Gorges de lArdche, there is so much to discover. You could spend time driving around the wonderful Ardche villages or head into the Alps to the lovely lakeside town of Annecy. Staying in the mountains, Ecrins National Park is a popular destination for climbers and hikers, but the main attraction is the scenery. Pack a picnic, and your walking boots, there are over 700km of marked trails! Your car: Paris to Lyon on AutoTrain Your journey: High speed TGV from Paris to Lyon Your journey time: 2 hours More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/lyon

Biarritz
Car from 106.50 one way Passenger from 22.50 one way Biarritz, with its classy hotels and magnificent sandy beaches, is a wonderful example of a grand Riviera town, but theres much more to discover here than the coast. Located just 15 minutes drive from the Spanish border, and within sight of the craggy Pyrenees, it's an ideal base from which to explore the Basque Country for a few days. Visit some of the beautiful villages, such as Sare, or drive north along the coast to Bayonne. Alternatively drive south, and hop over the border into Spain. Head for Bilbao, one of the most vibrant, culturally dynamic cities in the region. Dont miss the famous Guggenheim Museum, before seeking out a bar for a plate of pintxos the Basque equivalent of the Spanish tapas. Your car: Paris to Biarritz on AutoTrain Your journey: High speed TGV from Paris to Biarritz Your journey time: 5 hours 15 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/biarritz

Narbonne
Car from 106.50 one way Passenger from 22.50 one way Narbonne nestles in the Languedoc province in the south west of France. This is a wonderful region characterised by rugged mountains, vine-covered hills and a coastline that boasts some of the finest Blue Flag beaches in France. It also has some of the most striking cities including Montpellier, and medieval Carcassone which looks like a real fairytale in stone. The region flanks both the Pyrenees and the French Spanish border, so a trip to Barcelona or the rugged Costa Brava should not be missed. Otherwise drive north to Bziers, one of the oldest cities in France, which can trace its history back to 575BC! Your car: Paris to Narbonne on AutoTrain Your journey: High speed TGV from Paris to Narbonne Your journey time: 4 hours 30 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/narbonne

Avignon
Car from 106.50 one way Passenger from 22.50 one way The walled city of Avignon is famous the world over for its medieval ramparts, Pont SaintBnezet and spectacular Palais des Papes. Its also a gateway to Provence, characterised by sloping vineyards, ancient olive groves and rolling lavender fields. The regions exceptional beauty and climate make it one of Frances most popular holiday spots, but outside the chic Cote dAzur cities, you can still find peaceful hills and villages that are seemingly untouched by time. Discover the classic French Riviera with its sandy beaches and iconic seaside resorts or explore the rugged Camargue with its pink flamingos and wild white horses. Why not come in May for the Cannes Film Festival you never know who you might meet! Your car: Paris to Avignon on AutoTrain Your journey: High speed TGV from Paris to Avignon Your journey time: 2 hours 30 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/avignon

book now for summer 2013

You can now book AutoTrain up to 6 months in advance for summer 2013. Just call 0844 848 4080 with your vehicle make, model and registration number and we'll check it's suitable for the AutoTrain. Passenger journeys need to be booked separately. For summer 2013 the booking period on some French trains has been extended from 3 to 4 months (book from May for travel up to September). For travel from September, the usual 3 month booking period applies.

want to know more?

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InterRail

Europe in a month

Global Pass prices

The InterRail Global Pass offers travel in any of the following 29 countries: Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Montenegro, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Turkey and ferries between Italy and Greece (Attica ferries & Minoan Lines ferries).

One Country Pass prices

There are 27 One Country Passes to choose from just select the country and the number of days you want to spend travelling within it.

one pass, unlimited possibilities!

Want a fun, exible and budget-friendly way to travel around Europe? An InterRail pass gives you the freedom of Europes vast network of railways. Choose a One Country Pass or a Global Pass, travelling where and when you please and even getting discounts at some hotels and attractions! Why InterRail?
InterRail really is the smart way to see Europe. Trains are comfortable, punctual and often high speed, and as they whisk you from city centre to city centre you can admire some of Europes most dramatic scenery on the way. With an InterRail Pass you can choose your country (one or up to 29!), pick the route you want to take (and any stops along the way) and when you want to travel. You can even save money on other forms of transport like buses and ferries. Whats not to like?

Paris Bruges Amsterdam Berlin Munich Salzburg Lucerne Milan Venice Rome Take a month and discover some of Europes major cities and most classic sights. From the chic streets of Paris to the canals and stately squares of Amsterdam. From the lakes and mountains of Austria to Italys most fashionable cities. Sample the historic, cultural and geographical diversity of our continent. Global Pass from 162

price level 1
Choose one of the following: France, Germany or Italy Plus*** youth adult std std class class adult rst class

Above: Brandenburg Gate, Munich

NORWAY
Oslo Stockholm

FINLAND
Helsinki

3 days within 1 month 129 190 298 4 days within 1 month 138 209 327 6 days within 1 month 175 266 417 8 days within 1 month 195 294 462

Flexi options
Choose the days you want to travel. standard class youth adult senior 5 days within 10 days 162 247 223 10 days within 22 days 237 351 317

SWEDEN

Rail Europe your one stop shop for InterRail

Our advisors will be happy to talk you through the InterRail options available, and help you decide which pass is for you. More than that, we are the only place where you can buy your InterRail Pass AND make your seat reservations online in advance. Why go anywhere else?

price level 2
Choose one of the following: Austria, Italy, Norway*, Spain or Sweden youth adult std std class class adult rst class

IRELAND

Dublin

DENMARK

Copenhagen

Continuous options
Travel every day for 15 or 22 days or one month. standard class 15 days continuous youth adult senior 275 389 350 303 455 410 389 588 530

UK
London Lille Paris

HOLLAND
Rotterdam Bruges
BELGIUM

3 days within 1 month 114 167 263 4 days within 1 month 134 190 298 6 days within 1 month 162 247 388 8 days within 1 month 190 287 450

Amsterdam

Berlin Warsaw

22 days continuous 1 month continuous

Antwerp Brussels

GERMANY

POLAND
Prague

InterRail inspiration!
InterRail is all about freedom you get to choose where, when and in which direction you travel. We've provided three sample itineraries to give you an idea of whats possible, but feel free to create your own!
PORTUGAL

Luxembourg

CZECH REP.
Munich

Which pass to choose?

Got grand plans for a European adventure? Then a Global Pass is for you. Valid for travel in up to 29 European countries, it allows you to travel far and wide by regional, high speed, long distance and even overnight trains. Choose a flexi pass if you plan to travel on a set number of days during your trip, or a continuous pass for unlimited travel every day while youre away. Got one country youve always wanted to explore? There are 27 One Country Passes available to choose from, giving you unlimited travel on 3, 4, 6 or 8 days during one month.

SLOVAKIA
Bratislava Budapest

FRANCE
Bern Bordeaux Lyon Milan Narbonne Lucerne
SWITZERLAND

Vienna Salzburg Ljubljana

AUSTRIA
VeniceSLOVENIA

HUNG A RY

Zagreb
BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA

ROMANIA
Belgrade Bucharest Sofia

SPAIN
Madrid

Avignon

Florence

CROATIA

Sarajevo

Lisbon

Podgorica Rome
MONTENEGRO NEGRO

SERBIA

Child passes, for those aged 4-11, are available in rst and standard class and are half the price of an adult pass. If you are under 26, you qualify for a Youth Pass. For a Senior Global InterRail Pass you must be 60 or over. You must have been resident in an InterRail participating country for at least six months to buy an InterRail Pass. You cannot buy an InterRail Pass for your country of residence. You must have your passport details at time of booking. InterRailers may be required to pay reservation fees and/or supplements for seats and sleeping accommodation on certain trains including high speed and overnight. These can be paid for in advance when you buy your pass or at the station and are subject to availability at the time of purchase. *First class is not available on a Youth Global Pass or a Norway One Country Pass. **Benelux is Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg and counts as one country. ***Greece Plus and Italy Plus Passes allow free travel on Attica Ferries between Italy and Greece.

price level 3
Choose one of the following: Benelux**, Denmark, Finland, Greece Plus***, Ireland or Switzerland youth adult std std class class adult rst class

3 days within 1 month 73 4 days within 1 month 91

110 174 139 218

6 days within 1 month 119 186 292 8 days within 1 month 148 225 353

price level 4
Choose one of the following: Croatia, Czech Republic, Greece, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia or Slovenia youth adult std std class class 72 88 adult rst class 113 138

BULGARIA
Skopje Ankara

ITALY
Naples

ALBANIA

GREECE
Athens

TURKEY

3 days within 1 month 48 4 days within 1 month 58 6 days within 1 month 77 8 days within 1 month 90

Below: Malaga, Spain

France in a fortnight
Lille Paris Lyon Avignon Narbonne Bordeaux This itinerary easily completed in two weeks focuses on the handsome cities and rich cultural heritage of France. The landscapes are varied, from the mountains of the Alps and the Pyrenees to the gentle hills of Provence. Wherever you go, with its great tradition of ne food and great wine, France is always a pleasure to explore! One Country France Pass from 129

117 184 138 217

Italy in eight days

Venice Florence Rome Naples Take the train for a week discovering Italys architectural, artistic and cultural treasures. Explore the oating city of Venice, savour the Renaissance masterpieces of Florence, experience the monuments and extraordinary beauty of Rome and then chill out before heading home from the vibrant city of Naples. One Country Italy Pass from 114
Above: View of Naples Old Town

price level 5
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The Netherlands, Belgium & Germany

Thalys high speed to the Netherlands and beyond!

Above: Traditional Flemish architecture. Above right: Cologne Cathedral

Above left: Tulip fields in Holland Bottom left: German spiced biscuits

Thalys has revolutionised rail travel between France, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands. Services from Paris and Brussels are frequent and fast, and when you link with Eurostar youll enjoy high speed rail travel all the way from the UK. Leave London before breakfast; arrive in time for lunch. What could be easier?

Rotterdam
From 121 return Rotterdam has a young edge that makes it unlike any other city in the Netherlands. Heavy shelling reduced it to rubble in WW2, and since then it has been continuously rebuilding, redefining and reinventing itself. Its now known as the architectural capital of the Netherlands, and little wonder. Rotterdam is a modern, urban powerhouse under a skyline that never sleeps. The city is very multicultural, with great nightlife and a buzzing arts scene. One memorable way to see Rotterdam is on an amphibious bus tour, or stay on the water with a cruise around the harbour of Europes busiest port. If you like music, try to time your visit for the Metropolis Festival on 7 July, and if you like cars go for the City Racing on 18 August, when Formula 1 comes to the streets of Rotterdam! Journey: London to Brussels, then high speed Thalys to Rotterdam Journey time: 4 hours More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/rotterdam

Amsterdam
From 121 return Amsterdam is a famously open, welcoming and tolerant city. With its cool bars, relaxed coffee houses, hip clubs and quirky shops, it might seem like a place to chill out rather than sightsee. But Amsterdam is crammed with masterpieces, from the Van Gogh Museum, which holds the worlds largest collection of the great mans work, to the Golden Age treasures that hang in the recently refurbished Rijksmuseum. Besides its world class museums and art galleries, Amsterdams genteel canals, with their famous backdrop of quaint gabled architecture, are a delight to explore. Take two wheels there are loads of bike rental shops or jump on a canal boat for a more leisurely tour of the city, making sure you pause at an al fresco bar or caf to enjoy Amsterdams unique, laid back vibe. Journey: London to Brussels, then high speed Thalys to Amsterdam Journey time: 4 hours 45 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/amsterdam

Cologne
From 103 return At first glance Cologne might seem like a rather serious, sedate city. Steeped in history, the Old Town is crowded with old buildings and medieval churches that seem to greet you at every turn. But stay awhile and youll see another side to the city. Cologne is a great place to just chill out, with trendy vintage clothes and thrift shops, designer stores and chic boutiques rubbing shoulders with lively brauhauses (beerhouses) that serve Kolsch into the early hours. One great place to taste the local beer is Paffgen, a huge German beerhall (with a great beergarden!) thats been open for business since 1883. Another sign that this city isnt just about history one of its most popular attractions is the Chocolate Museum which holds a prime position, right on the banks of the Rhine. Journey: London to Brussels, then high speed Thalys to Cologne Journey time: 4 hours 15 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/cologne

Aachen
From 103 return Aachen is a beautiful, green city located on Germanys western border with Belgium and the Netherlands. Its a relatively small place, easily explored on foot, but its packed with historic buildings and has a powerful history that reaches back into the Middle Ages when Emperor Charlemagne made it the centre of his empire. Its famous cathedral was the first German building to achieve UNESCO World Heritage status and its Gothic town hall dates back to the early 14th century. The Romans came to Aachen because of its now famous thermal springs. Spouting the hottest running water in Europe, you can test (and smell!) them at the Elisa Fountain in the city centre. Taste a printen, Aachens own spicy biscuit baked with cinnamon, aniseed, cloves, cardamom, coriander, allspice and ginger. Journey: London to Brussels, then high speed Thalys to Aachen Journey time: 3 hours 30 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/aachen

Discover Europe in six days

From 138 Unbelievably easy, unforgettably fast. Travel by Thalys and experience six of the finest cities in Europe in just six days, with minimum time spent travelling. Day 1. Paris > Antwerp Swap the chic streets of Paris for the city of Antwerp, centre of the diamond world and Belgiums capital of cool. Journey time: 2 hours 2 mins, up to 11 departures per day from 26 one way Day 2. Antwerp > Amsterdam Today you head to the free-spirited city of Amsterdam with its great treasures of art, history and architecture. Journey time: 1 hour 11 minutes, up to 11 departures per day from 26 one way Day 3. Amsterdam > Brussels Belgiums capital promises wonderful Flemish architecture, cobbled streets, Michelin-starred restaurants and the finest chocolate in the world.

Journey time: 1 hour 49 minutes, up to 11 departures per day from 26 one way Day 4. Brussels > Cologne Germanys oldest city offers high art, heavyweight history, grandiose architecture and the majesty of the Rhine all washed down with a cool glass of Kolsch! Journey time: 1 hour 47 minutes, up to 5 departures per day from 17 one way Day 5. Cologne > Liege The largest and liveliest city in the Ardennes, Liege is a young, dynamic city with a thriving university scene. Journey time: 1 hour 2 minutes, up to 5 departures per day from 17 one way Day 6. Liege > Paris The final leg of your journey returns you to Paris recharged, refreshed and exhilarated by your tour. Journey time: 2 hours 10 minutes, up to 6 departures per day from 26 one way

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Spain

Below left: Park Gell, Barcelona Below: Costa Brava coastline

fast forward to Spain!

Above: Puerta de Alcala, Madrid

Spain in the summertime is a blissful concoction of startling cities and sundrenched coastline, and with more miles of high speed track than any other European country, it's easy and relatively quick to explore everything it has to offer. Go high speed by day, or sleep over in style on the Elipsos Trenhotel. Either way, it's not to be missed.

High speed TGV

TGV has been running high speed daily services between Paris and Figueres for two years. Its a wonderful service, whisking you to the Costa Brava in under six hours. Its an ideal way to reach Girona or Barcelona, as you simply change trains in Figueres without even having to change platform. Leave Paris before breakfast, and youll be sitting down to tapas for lunch! coming soon Barcelona direct! Renfe-SNCF en coopration will soon be running direct services from Paris to Barcelona, giving you a high speed service that showcases France and Spain along the way you dont get that on a plane! For more information on the high speed TGV visit www.raileurope.co.uk/tgvspain

Elipsos Trenhotel
Heading for Barcelona or Madrid? Why not consider taking the Elipsos Trenhotel overnight from Paris? Europes very own moving hotel combines the glamour and romance of rails heyday with all the mod-cons of the 21st century. With three-course la carte dining in the stylish restaurant car, a classy full-length bar and comfortable compartments, you could transform the journey into a memorable highlight of your holiday. Something to celebrate? Upgrade to Gran Class and your ticket will include a gourmet evening meal, breakfast and en suite compartment with private toilet, shower, towels and toiletries. For more information on Elipsos Trenhotel, visit www.raileurope.co.uk/elipsos

Barcelona
By day from 194 return Overnight from 202 return Barcelona combines one of the greatest concentrations of medieval architecture in Europe with some of the most iconic 20th-century Modernist and avant-garde structures in the world. The capital of Catalonia boasts some wonderful and bizarre buildings, not least of which is Gaudis surreal Sagrada Familia. Whether youre a fan of Gaudi or not, Park Gell is one of the worlds most enchanting public spaces. Barcelona could keep you entertained for weeks, but venture out of the city and youll find fabulous beaches and the sublime Montserrat mountains, both perfect for walking, cycling, sunbathing or simply soaking up the views. Journey: London to Paris, then high speed TGV to Figueres and AVE to Barcelona by day, or overnight Elipsos Trenhotel to Barcelona Journey time: 10 hours 30 mins by day, 14 hours 45 mins overnight More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/barcelona

Madrid
From 202 return The Spanish capital offers graceful architecture, astounding art galleries, pounding nightlife, fine restaurants and superb tapas bars. Little wonder then it claims to be Spains most Spanish as well as its most stylish city. This is a perfect place for sightseeing, with guided tours available on foot or even by bike for visitors 365 days a year. The Plaza Mayor is a focal point of Madrid. This huge central square is encircled by grand three-storey buildings graced with arcades, porticoes and no less than 237 balconies! With its traditional shops and cafs this is the perfect place for a spot of peoplewatching, and coffee, al fresco. Want something more substantial? Practically every bar in Madrid sells tapas, or try Galician-style octopus, tuna, grilled prawns or fried fish in one of the citys many fabulous restaurants. Journey: London to Paris, then overnight Elipsos Trenhotel to Madrid Journey time: 19 hours More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/madrid

Figueres
By day from 157 return Overnight from 202 return Figueres is perhaps best known as the birthplace of the surrealist artist, Salvador Dali. Some of his most famous work is displayed in a museum dedicated to his, sometimes bizarre, view of the world. But Figueres is about more than Salvador Dali. The city stands at the heart of Catalonia, and is the perfect springboard into the coast, mountains and the rugged Costa Brava. Nearby Colera is a seaside village with uncrowded beaches, whilst Llan offers a lively marina. Wherever you go, Catalan cuisine takes the best from the sea and the mountains: fish, chicken, rabbit, lobster, wild mushrooms preferably washed down with some of the regions wonderful wines or cava. Journey: London to Paris, then high speed TGV to Figueres by day, or overnight Elipsos Trenhotel to Figueres Journey time: 9 hours 30 mins by day, 13 hours 15 mins overnight More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/figueres

Girona
By day from 169 return Overnight from 202 return Northern Catalonias largest city nestles in a valley 22 miles from the coast. This whole area is influenced by the Spanish medieval period, which left a legacy of monasteries, grand castles and Gothic religious buildings. Its well worth climbing the 90-step baroque staircase to the citys 14th-century cathedral. Inside youll find Europes widest Gothic nave at 23 metres, while in the museum next door you can admire the masterly Tapestry of the Creation, a Romanesque embroidery depicting the Garden of Eden. Out of town, why not head to some of the finest beaches on the Costa Brava or venture into the foothills of the Girona Pyrenees to find peaceful valleys and rolling green plains. Journey: London to Paris, then high speed TGV to Figueres then AVE to Girona by day, or overnight Elipsos Trenhotel to Girona Journey time: 10 hours 45 mins by day, 13 hours 45 mins overnight More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/girona

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Italy

Discover Italy by rail

Rail Europe works with the following Italian carriers to offer you a choice of services to and around Italy:

TGV France-Italy

Italys bellissimo by train!

Above: Cefalu Harbour, Sicily

Italys easy by train. High speed, regional and overnight services criss-cross the country from its southern tip to its northern borders, linking great cultural cities like Venice and Verona with sun-drenched destinations like Naples, Salerno and the spectacular, unspoiled island of Sicily.
Top left: Juliet's Balcony, Verona. Above: El Duomo, Florence. Above right: The ruins at Pompeii

Turin
From 121 return With its elegant squares, colonnaded walkways, cobblestoned streets and Baroque buildings, Turin is a great destination for a summer city break. It boasts classy cafs, funky bars and contemporary art houses equal to those in Italys more illustrious cities, but Turin is small, spacious and easy to get around. The River Po flows right through the city, bringing with it opportunities for rowing, rafting, kayaking and even punting. The mountains to the west of Turin hosted the 2006 Winter Olympics, and in summer the same slopes attract hikers, walkers and mountain biking enthusiasts with their miles of marked trails. Turin claims to have invented aperitivo usually from 6-9pm when bars and cafs offer free bar food and nibbles to their patrons. Journey: London to Paris, then high speed to Turin Journey time: 9 hours More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/turin

Verona
By day from 160 return Overnight from 212 return The setting for Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet, the romance in Verona seems palpable. Couples flock to a 14th-century house in the city to see the famous narrow stone balcony where Juliet is said to have been wooed, while lovers of opera cherish life-long ambitions to see the opera house. This spectacular Roman Arena, built of pink-tinged marble in 1BC, seats 30,000 people. Its where Placido Domingo made his debut, and for the best views of the city take the lift (or the stairs!) to the top of the Lamberti Tower. Or for fabulous views at ground level, head for the Giardino Giusti. Just a short walk from the city centre, this serene Renaissance garden is one of the most beautiful in Europe. Journey: London to Paris, then high speed to Milan and local train to Verona, or overnight to Verona Journey time: 13 hours 15 mins by day, 14 hours 30 mins overnight More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/verona

Sicily
Messina from 315 return Palermo from 343 return Sicily is startlingly beautiful. The largest island in the Mediterranean, it gives you a totally different flavour of Italy with spectacular hills, a smoking volcano and exquisite sandy beaches. Rabbit Beach, on the island of Lampedusa on the south coast of Sicily, has been called the most beautiful beach on earth, while Mount Etna is the worlds second most active volcano and the second highest peak in Western Europe after Mont Blanc. Between these two extremes, Taormina perches on a terrace of Monte Tauro, offering breathtaking views over the Bay of Naxos below, and drawing thousands of visitors to its summer festival each year. Journey: London to Paris, overnight to Rome, then day train to Messina or Palermo, Sicily Journey time: 28 hours to Messina, 31 hours 30 mins to Palermo

Milan
By day from 121 return Overnight from 184 return Milan is a stylish, striking city. Home to great architecture, world-class fashion houses, hip clubs, chic boutiques and an avant-garde arts scene, its the perfect destination for a summer city break. Fashion and football are the big passions here. Some of the most iconic designers including Armani, Prada, Gucci and Dolce & Gabbana were first seen on the Milan catwalks, and the city is also home to two of the most famous football teams in the world AC Milan and Inter Milan. It gets hot here in August. Some shops close, and many of the locals are on holiday, so if you dont mind the heat its a good time to visit everyone else is at the beach! And if you do get hot, head to a gelateria for some authentic Italian ice-cream! Journey: London to Paris, then high speed by day to Milan, or high speed overnight to Milan Journey time: 10 hours 15 mins by day, 13 hours overnight More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/milan

Florence
By day from 238 return Overnight from 212 return Florence can look and feel just like a film set. Its beauty is extraordinary, as is its art, style and architecture. The skyline is breathtaking, with Giottos Campanile, Brunelleschis Dome and the Basilica di Santa Croce giving it a timeless beauty. The jewel of Renaissance Italy, Michelangelo, Leonardo, Donatello and Botticelli have all left their mark. The Medici family commanded Florences fortunes for centuries, and their family crest of six balls adorns many public buildings. Florence is a great base from which to explore the treasures of Tuscany. The medieval splendours of Siena, Pisa, Lucca and San Gimignano as well as the enchanting Chianti countryside can all easily be enjoyed in a day. Journey: London to Paris, then high speed to Turin and high speed to Florence, or overnight to Florence Journey time: 12 hours 30 mins by day, 15 hours 45 mins overnight More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/florence

Naples
By day from 291 return Overnight from 341 return Naples basks in the sun around the bay that gave it its name. Mount Vesuvius is clearly visible on the skyline. The volcano devastated the Roman cities Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79AD, and a day trip to these breathtaking, evocative ruins is not to be missed. Jazz fans should head to Bourbon Street where smooth American and Italian jazz is performed almost every night. If youre feeling peckish afterwards youre in for a treat. Naples invented pizza, and Da Michele is Naples most famous pizzeria. It only sells two types: margherita (tomato, basil and mozzarella) and marinara (tomatoes, garlic and oregano) but when its the best pizza in town, why bother selling more? Journey: London to Paris, high speed to Milan, then high speed to Naples, or overnight to Milan, then high speed to Naples Journey time: 16 hours 15 mins by day, 23 hours 15 mins overnight More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/naples

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Below: The 'little red train' of the Bernina Express

Switzerland & Austria

Below: Traditional Austrian architecture, Innsbruck

Discover Switzerland with a Swiss Pass

A Swiss Pass gives you the freedom of Switzerland on one ticket. No more queuing at the ticket office, simply hop on and off buses, boats and local, regional and famous scenic trains as you please. There are two passes to choose from: the Swiss Pass and the Swiss Flexi Pass, and with added bonuses such as free admission to more than 470 museums and up to 50% off at hotels, it won't just save hassle, itll save you money too. Passes start from 150 For more information or to buy a pass visit www.raileurope.co.uk/swisspass

views to take your breath away

Above: Matterhorn and Dent Blanche, Switzerland

Switzerland and Austria are chocolate box pretty. Home to some of the most beautiful lake and alpine scenery in the world, their colours and contours take on a sharper, crisper intensity in the summertime, under blazing sunshine and clear blue sky. And when you arrive by train, they will simply take your breath away!

Top left: Johann Strauss Memorial, Vienna. Top right: GoldenPass Line. Above: Wilhelm Tell Express

Switzerland by train
London to Zurich from 114 return Few countries are as well suited to rail travel as Switzerland, and getting there couldnt be easier! Simply take Eurostar to Paris, connect with a high speed TGV Lyria service through France and over the Swiss border. In around three hours from Paris, you could find yourself in Geneva or Basel, or in just over four hours step off in Zurich, in the heart of Switzerland. If you want to explore beyond the cities, it makes sense to buy a Swiss Pass.

Wilhelm Tell Express

Not just a scenic train journey but a lake-cruise too, this is an unforgettable days travel highlighting some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe. The adventure starts with a paddle steamer cruise from Lucerne to Flelen, showcasing Switzerlands glorious lake and mountain scenery. At Flelen you swap the upper deck and elegant saloon surroundings for the panorama carriage of the famous Gotthard Railway. Winding up and around the Alps and climbing from 470 to 1110 metres, dont be surprised to see the tiny church of Wassen no less than three times throughout the journey, every time from a different perspective and an even greater height! Towards the end of the trip the train enters the Gotthard Tunnel, emerging 15km later on the southern side of the Alps en route to sunny, Italian-speaking Ticino.

Bernina Express
Only three rail journeys in the world include sections that have UNESCO World Heritage Site status, and the Bernina Express is one of them. Pictures of the little red train making its way across the Swiss Alps have been gracing the pages of travel brochures and enticing travellers to Switzerland for many years, and little wonder. This incredible route takes you through 55 tunnels, over 196 bridges and up amazingly steep gradients. Taking you over viaducts, past glaciers, beside lakes and via the spectacular 2253-metre Bernina Pass, youll enjoy expansive, uninterrupted views through the generous panoramic windows as this four-hour journey wends its way from Chur, Switzerlands oldest city, to historic Tirano just across the border in Italy.

GoldenPass Line
This epic train journey takes you from the fashionable Swiss Riviera on the Swiss French border to the alpine city of Lucerne, right in the heart of Switzerland. Water could be said to be a central theme on this trip, as the three-train, five-hour route features no less than seven Swiss lakes along the way. The scenery is vast and varied, from verdant valleys and vineyards to spectacular mountain passes, thunderous waterfalls to the steely surface of the lakes themselves. Starting on the shores of palm-tree-lined Lake Geneva, The GoldenPass Line showcases Lakes Thun, Brienz, Lungern, Sarnen and Alpnach, and even includes a ride on the first panorama train in the world.

Innsbruck
From 228 return The capital of the Alps is transformed into a nature lover's paradise in the summer months. Without their cloak of snow, the meadows and mountains are criss-crossed with walking routes and mountain bike trails, with each turn offering more dramatic and beautiful views than the one before. The city itself has much to offer too, from imperial treasures left by the mighty Hapsburg rulers to contemporary urban design, including the Bergisel Ski Jump stadium designed by Zaha Hadid. Jazz fans head to Innsbruck for the annual New Orleans Festival, this year planned for 18-21 July, but its ideal for a city break too with its chic shops, great galleries, world-class museums and fabulous cafs and bars perfect for summer dining al fresco! Journey: London to Paris, TGV Lyria to Zurich, then local train to Innsbruck Journey time: 11 hour 30 mins More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/innsbruck

Vienna
From 256 return Many famous composers lived or were born in Austrias capital city. Perhaps they were inspired by its beauty; Vienna boasts some of the most magnificent buildings and boulevards in Europe. See some of its most important sights on the Ring Tram, which follows the historic Ringstrasse around the old city. You can get a great view from the famous giant ferris-wheel at the Prater, or take the lift up 826 feet to the top of the Danube Tower, perhaps pausing for lunch at 564 feet in the revolving restaurant! Otherwise rent a bike and head along the famous Danube Cycle Path, or just stroll around this supremely elegant city, refuelling at a Wrstelstand (sausage stand) or Kaffeehaus (traditional coffee house) along the way. Journey: London to Paris, TGV Lyria to Zurich, then overnight to Vienna Journey time: 17 hours More info: www.raileurope.co.uk/vienna

Scenic Trains
Switzerland offers some of the world's most famously beautiful rail journeys, including the Wilhelm Tell Express, Bernina Express, Glacier Express and the GoldenPass Line. The Swiss Pass covers travel on all these routes, but please note seat reservations are required and there is a charge for these.

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