Tour

Paris to Rome by Train | Summer 2026
from USD 2271

Contiki Holidays

Tour Code: BPRTA26
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Duration: 9 Days
Countries: France, Italy, Switzerland

Get ready for 9 mind-blowing days of utter enchantment in Europe’s most romantic spots. Travelling on comfy trains, you’ll have plenty of time to dive deep into every charming city. Panoramic river cruises in Paris. Serene gondola rides in Venice. Fondue dinners in Switzerland. Walking food tours in Rome. This trip will have you swooning over everything that makes Europe special.



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Dining Summary

  • 2 Dinner (D)
  • 8 Breakfast (B)

Included Experience

  • Paris: What could be better than sailing down the Seine with the Contiki crew, taking in all the chic Paris landmarks? Sign us up!
  • Lausanne: Cameras at the ready! You'll see the mighty Alps, gorgeous lakes and historic castles all en route this epic train ride.
  • Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
  • Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
  • Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list! 

  • Ibis Nation Davout (or similar)
  • Ibis Lausanne Centre (or similar)
  • A conveniently located hotel
  • Hotel Genova (or similar)
Day 1 Paris

Welcome to Paris! Starting off with a bangin’ welcome dinner, you’ll get to know your crew at a local restaurant this evening. Then we’ll set sail on a Seine river cruise to see the City of Love sparkle in all its glory at night. This is what love at first sight feels like!

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Ibis Nation Davout (or similar)

Day 2 Paris

Cuisine and cabaret day. We'll start this morning with an optional patisserie walking tour, winding our way around the cutest bakeries in Paris, sampling dreamy pastries as we go. You've got some free time in afternoon. Then, it's off to a Paris cabaret show, with dinner and champagne to really switch on the sophistication.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Ibis Nation Davout (or similar)

Day 3 Paris To Lausanne

Setting off on our first train ride of this trip, we’ll say goodbye to Paris this morning.  It doesn’t take long for Lausanne to captivate you with its beauty. Luckily, you’ve got some free time to take it all in. Afterwards, you can join us for a seriously good Swiss Fondue dinner.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Ibis Lausanne Centre (or similar)

Day 4 Lausanne To Milan

Yes, we know. The train ride is super comfy. But trust us, you don’t wanna sleep through this one. Today we’ll ride along the scenic Simplon rail route to Italy - passing by jaw-dropping vistas of lakes, castles and tunnels on the way. Hello Milan! The only thing on the agenda this afternoon is chilling. And possibly sipping aperitivo in Navigli (just like the locals). That’s how we roll.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: A conveniently located hotel

Day 5 Milan To Venice

It’s been short and sweet. With no time to waste, we’ll hop back on a train to see the world-famous floating city.  Your bags? Drop ‘em at our hotel. Today, we’re riding a Motoscafo to the island. Later tonight, you'll have the chance to try traditional Venetian food right in its home.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: A conveniently located hotel

Day 6 Venice

You’ve got a free day today, folks. Choose to learn how to ride a gondola (taught by literal experts). Or just take your time exploring the island. Bored doesn’t exist here.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: A conveniently located hotel

Day 7 Venice To Rome

Venice, you’ve been very nice. But we’ve got one last Italian spot to tick off. Hop on! One look is all it takes for you to know why this place is loved by so many. This afternoon, we’ll tour Rome’s cobblestoned streets on foot. And if you’re still interested in more - a local guide will show you around the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Dinner’s on us tonight. So come join us at a local restaurant for some soul-satisfying Italian food.

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel Genova (or similar)

Day 8 Rome

Historic spots, foodie shops, photo ops - you’re free to do whatever you want today. May we recommend a food tour to explore Rome's best restaurants with the group this evening? It’s your final full day of this trip after all…

Duration: 1 Day

Accommodation: Hotel Genova (or similar)

Day 9 Rome

All good things come to an end. And so does this trip. Bid your final farewells to your crew. But not before you munch on your final included breakfast (and reminisce of the best 9 days of your life!).

Duration: 1 Day

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