Via the Alps
Ride the rails through the breathtaking scenery of the Alps on these stunning rail adventures!
35 Holiday Packages
- Via the Alps
Switzerland’s Lakes and Mountains
7 Days | from $1,749
Geneva Montreux Interlaken Jungfraujoch Chur
Take the scenic trip of a lifetime through stunning Switzerland on this six-night holiday by rail. Start with an overnight stay in cosmopolitan Geneva, followed by another overnight stay in beautiful Montreux. Then, continue the journey along the Golden Pass Line to...
Package Highlights +- Take in the breathtaking views from the top of Jungfrau Mountain
- Travel on two iconic scenic trains through Switzerland
- Admire the majestic scenery of the Swiss Alps on the Glacier Express
- Cross the impressive Landwasser Viaduct on the Bernina Express
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 1 night hotel stay with breakfast in Geneva
- 1 night hotel stay with breakfast in Montreux
- 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Interlaken
- 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Chur
- 4-Day Swiss Pass Standard Class
- Seat Reservations on the Golden Pass, Glacier Express and Bernina Express*
- Daytrip to Jungfraujoch
European Grand Tour
12 Days | from $1,749
Berlin Amsterdam Paris Zurich Venice Rome
Relive the golden age of European train travel with this grand tour taking in the best of the continent! Visit capital cities and cultural centres via mountain ranges and river gorges, all from the comfort of a high-speed train. Your journey takes you to Berlin,...
Package Highlights +- Visit six of Europe's iconic cities on one amazing rail vacation
- Explore the fascinating Berlin Wall in Berlin
- Discover Amsterdam's winding canals and exciting museums
- See famous landmarks in Paris such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre
- Enjoy the beautiful lakeside sights of cosmopolitan Geneva
- Ride on a Gondola in Venice
- Marvel at the Sistine Chapel in Rome
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Berlin
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Amsterdam
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Paris
- 1 night hotel stay with breakfast in Geneva
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Venice
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Rome
- Skip the line tickets to the DDR Museum in Berlin
- Skip the line tickets to the Rijksmuseum + Canal cruise in Amsterdam
- Skip the line Eiffel Tower tickets and a Seine river cruise in Paris
- Walking tour and Gondola ride in Venice
- Morning small group tour of Vatican Museums San Peter's and Sistine Chapel in Rome
- Rail travel as specified in the itinerary
Venice via the Alps
6 Days | from $649
Explore Geneva and Venice on this five-night holiday by rail. Spend two nights in beautiful lakeside Geneva, and then journey through the magnificent scenery of the Swiss Alps, riding the rails through the Simplon Pass towards the enchanting city of Venice. Once in...
Package Highlights +- Spend two nights enjoying the lakeside sights in cosmopolitan Geneva
- Travel to Venice by rail via the scenic Simplon Pass and through the Swiss Alps
- Ride a Gondola, enjoy a chilled glass of Prosecco and visit iconic attractions such as St. Mark’s Square and Doge's Palace in Venice
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Train travel in standard class as specified in itinerary
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Geneva
- 3 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Venice
- Geneva City Tour
- Walking Tour and Gondola Tour in Venice
Paris to Venice via the Alps
7 Days | from $1,049
Discover Paris, Geneva and Venice on a holiday by rail through spectacular Alpine scenery. Discover the most romantic city in the world with a trip to Paris. Travel from Paris to Geneva, arriving with time to enjoy an evening meal or perhaps a stroll around the lake....
Package Highlights +PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Rail Travel as per the itinerary
- 2 nights’ hotel accommodation with breakfast in Paris
- 1 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Geneva
- 3 nights’ accommodation stay with breakfast in Venice
- 2-day sightseeing pass in Paris including:
- Hop-on-Hop off sightseeing pass
- Louvre Museum entrance
- Museum d Orsay entrance
- Palace of Versailles entrance
- Much much more!
- Small group walking tour in Venice
- Gondola ride in Venice
Venice and the Bernina Express
6 Days | from $549
Take the most scenic route imaginable to Venice! Travel to Italy on the Bernina Express and wind through the spectacular Alpine scenery of Switzerland towards the warmth and magic of Italy. Spend one night in Zurich and one night Milan en route, then relax by the azure...
Package Highlights +- Soak up some of the world's most wonderful scenery en route to the canal-side paradise of Venice
- Take a ride on the panoramic Bernina Express, rolling across miles of UNESCO-listed, narrow-gauge tracks along the way
- Spend a night each in Zurich and Milan as you make the journey a highlight of your holiday
- Take a gondola ride, stroll the canal banks and tuck into fine Italian cuisine by the sparkling lagoon in magical Venice
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Rail travel in standard class throughout
- 1 night hotel stay with breakfast in Zurich
- 1 night hotel stay with breakfast in Milan
- 3 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Venice
- Seat reservations on the Bernina Express between Chur and Tirano
- Small group tours of the Doges Palace and Golden Basilica
- Small group walking tour in Venice
Arlberg Pass: Zurich, Salzburg and Vienna
8 Days | from $949
Enjoy this scenic holiday by rail combining the beautiful cities of Zurich, Salzburg and Vienna with spectacular rail journeys. Head into Zurich for a two-night stay before heading through the Arlberg Pass into Salzburg. After two nights in Salzburg, take the train high...
Package Highlights +- Spend two nights in Zurich and in Salzburg en route to Austria
- Travel through the Swiss and Austrian Alps over the Arlberg pass on the way to Salzburg
- Enjoy the amazing mountain scenery to Vienna
- Spend three nights enjoying Austria’s capital city, Vienna
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Rail travel in standard class
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Zurich
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Salzburg
- 3 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Vienna
- Vienna City Card
Lake Como and the Swiss Alps
11 Days | from $2,149
Milan Como Milan St Moritz Grindelwald Zurich
If you’ve ever wanted to explore the best of Milan, Lake Como, and Switzerland, specifically the Swiss Alps, then this train holiday is for you. See the Duomo di Milano, Sforza Castle, and the Royal Palace in fashionable Milan. Relax along Como’s sparkling shoreline....
Package Highlights +- See the Duomo di Milano, Sforza Castle, and the Royal Palace in Milan
- Stroll along Como’s sparkling waterfront
- Enjoy the shimmering turquoise lake and stunning mountains in St. Moritz
- Travel onboard the iconic red carriages of the Bernina Express
- Travel onboard the legendary panoramic carriages of the Glacier Express
- Explore the heart of the Bernese Alps in Grindelwald
- Stroll through the picturesque streets of Zurich’s Old Town
PACKAGE ALSO INCLUDES:
- Rail travel as per itinerary
- 2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Milan
- 3 nights accommodation with breakfast in Como
- 2 nights accommodation with breakfast in St. Moritz
- 3 nights accommodation with breakfast in Grindenwald
- 1 night accommodation with breakfast in Zurich
- Private walking tour of Como
- Sightseeing city tour in Milan
- 4-day Swiss Flexi Pass
- Seat reservations onboard the Bernina Express
- Seat reservations onboard the Glacier Express
Lake Como via the Alps
6 Days | from $649
Combine the beauty of Lake Como with the grandeur of the Swiss Alps on this five-night holiday by rail. Travel to Geneva and spend two nights in this cosmopolitan lakeside city, enjoying the sights and delicious meals in the many gourmet restaurants. Continue via the...
Package Highlights +- Spend two nights enjoying the lakeside sights in cosmopolitan Geneva
- Travel to Como by rail via the scenic Simplon Pass and through the Swiss Alps
- Spend three nights exploring Lake Como and its stunning surroundings
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Rail travel in standard class throughout
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Geneva
- 3 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Como
- Walking Tour Lake Como
Brenner Pass: Munich, Innsbruck and Venice
7 Days | from $849
Travel along the tracks on one of Europe’s most scenic rail journeys, combining exciting cities with wonderful panoramas. Take the Brenner Pass rail line from the Bavarian capital of Munich through the verdant landscapes of southern Bavaria to Innsbruck, the winter...
Package Highlights +- Discover the beer houses and neo-gothic architecture of Munich, home of Oktoberfest
- Meander through the Alps on the scenic train through to Innsbruck on the Brenner Pass
- Discover the winter sports and panoramic mountain views of Innsbruck
- Take the tracks up 3,000 ft through Brenner before the dramatic descent towards Italy
- Discover the classic canals, cathedrals and palazzos of Venice
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Rail travel in standard class throughout
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Munich
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Innsbruck
- 2 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Venice
- Munich Hop on Hop Off Bus Ticket
- Cable Car round-trip to top of Innsbruck
- Absolute Venice Walking Tour
Paris, Florence, and Rome via the Alps
8 Days | from $799
Savour delicious food and beautiful architecture in two romantic cities on this seven-night Italian holiday by rail. Starting with two nights in Paris, enjoy the city of love before travelling to Geneva for an overnight stay. Then travel through the striking Swiss Alps...
Package Highlights +- Discover romantic Paris and cosmopolitan Geneva on the way to Italy
- Travel to Florence via the breath-taking scenery of the Alps along the Simplon Pass
- Visit the famous Uffizi Gallery in Florence
- Explore the Vatican City and the ancient walls of the Colosseum in Rome
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Paris
- 1 night hotel stay with breakfast in Geneva
- 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Florence
- 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Rome
- Standard class train travel as specified in the itinerary
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