Arrive in Munich and check into your accommodation. Spend your afternoon exploring the heart of the city. Visit the famous Marienplatz to see the New Town Hall’s Glockenspiel, and wander through the vibrant stalls of the Viktualienmarkt open-air food market.

Overnight in Munich.

Take a quick 1 to 1.5-hour high-speed ICE train to Nuremberg. Walk through the medieval Old Town’s cobbled streets and view half-timbered houses. Visit the commanding Imperial Castle of Nuremberg for sweeping city views. Upon returning to Munich, visit the iconic twin-domed Frauenkirche.

Overnight in Munich.

Embark on a full-day guided coach tour into the Bavarian Alps. Visit King Ludwig II’s magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle—the ultimate fairytale palace—and the richly decorated Linderhof Palace, with scenic stops in the beautiful Bavarian countryside.

Overnight in Munich.

Enjoy a scenic First-Class train journey from Munich to Zurich (approx. 3.5 to 4 hours), watching the landscape transition from rolling Bavarian hills to the dramatic Swiss Alps. Spend your evening exploring the charming Old Town (Altstadt) and the tranquil lakeside promenades of Lake Zurich.

Overnight in Zurich.

Take a short rail journey from Zurich to historic Lucerne. Embark on a self-guided city tour, walking across the iconic Chapel Bridge, wandering the Old Town’s cobblestone squares, and visiting the Lion Monument and Baroque Jesuit Church. Return to Zurich by train.

Overnight in Zurich.

Depart Zurich on a full-day guided coach tour into the heart of the Swiss Alps. Experience the breathtaking Bernese Oberland region with stops in Interlaken nestled between two lakes, Lauterbrunnen famous for its dramatic waterfalls, and Grindelwald surrounded by majestic peaks.

Overnight in Zurich.

Board a high-speed train from Zurich to Paris, relaxing as you travel through the Swiss and French countryside. Arrive in the City of Light. In the evening, see Paris from the water with a scenic and illuminated Seine River Cruise Experience.

Overnight in Paris.

Dedicate your day to the iconic sights of Paris. Visit the magnificent Arc de Triomphe, marvel at the engineering feat of the Eiffel Tower, and use your timed entry ticket to explore the vast artistic treasures of the Louvre Museum, including the famous Mona Lisa.

Overnight in Paris.

Enjoy your final breakfast. Check out of your accommodation as your unforgettable European rail adventure comes to a close. Head to the airport or train station for your onward travel.