Information about destinations travelling Europe by train
Take in the beautiful landscape of Europe on this relaxing train vacation. Discover iconic capitals and stunning countryside as you travel across the continent on local and regional trains with guaranteed reserved seats. Once the preserve of the upper classes, the Grand Tour prompted writers like Laurence Sterne and James Boswell to pen their own…
Currently, the only way to travel between Helsinki and Tallinn is by ferry. Eight million of these trips are made each year, from popular booze cruises to the weekly commutes of tens of thousands of Estonians working in Helsinki. Fortunately, this could all change. Peter Vesterbacka, CEO of FinEst Bay Area Development, and co-founder Kustaa…
There was a time when train travel in Italy was challenging, ramshackle and unreliable. Today, quaint local and rural trains remain, while high-speed services between major cities and online booking procedures make travel by train effortless and stress-free. Journey from the Renaissance brilliance of Florence to Rome’s ancient traces on this eco-conscious Italian adventure. Explore…
A popular mode of transportation in Eastern Europe, train travel offers a unique opportunity to experience the local culture and scenery. Many countries in the region have well-developed train systems, and there are several international routes that connect different cities in Eastern Europe. Starting in murmansk and zigzagging south through russia not-russia (finland, latvia, estonia,…
Five captivating villages perched along rocky, rugged coasts in a UNESCO World Heritage Site and national park. Cars are forbidden within the villages, so trains offer the best way to see them. I visited in late October, which avoided the almost Disney-like crowds and allowed for a more leisurely pace of travel. Here’s how I…
Despite its enviable location, Split is one of the farthest Croatian cities from Plitvice Lakes National Park. While it’s possible to visit on a day trip, doing so requires a good amount of time. Combine cultural exploration with stunning natural beauty on this 8-day tour. Indulge in the open markets and medieval ruins of Zagreb,…
From the refined elegance of a Chardonnay to the robust charisma of a red Shiraz, there’s something intoxicating about wine. And what better way to explore this libation than by train, a mode of travel that embodies leisure and adventure? From Champagne to Bordeaux, these wine-focused train journeys are for weekend explorers, inquisitive souls yearning…
The distance from Milan to Lake Como is short, but the journey is filled with breathtaking scenery. Take the train from Milan to Como or Varenna-Esino and enjoy the sweeping views as you ride towards opulent villas and gardens. If you don’t want to navigate the train system alone, consider booking a top-rated Guided Lake…
Morocco is a vibrant country, full of exotic sights, sounds and smells. Stepping into one of its ancient medinas is akin to entering the set of a Fellini film. This magic-tinged influence can also be found in Moroccan short fiction, including some of the stories chosen for the Morocco portfolio in Issue 15 of The…
Getting to Tuscany by train is one of the easiest ways to explore the region. Once you land at Rome Fiumicino Airport, high-speed Frecciarossa trains leave every 15 minutes and can get you to Florence in just over an hour. From there, local regional trains serve all the main destinations in Tuscany. Just be sure…