Arrive in Paris. Spend your afternoon or evening exploring Paris’s iconic highlights at your leisure, from the Eiffel Tower to the charming Canal Saint-Martin or a stroll along the Seine River.

Overnight in Paris.

Board the high-speed TGV Lyria train from Paris to Basel (approx. 3 to 3.5 hours), enjoying the scenic French countryside. Use your Swiss Travel Pass to connect to Interlaken. Spend the rest of the day exploring Interlaken, beautifully framed by Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, and the Bernese Alps.

Overnight in Interlaken.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast. Spend your day immersing yourself in the ‘adventure capital of Switzerland.’ Visit the expansive green space of Höhematte Park for uninterrupted, majestic views of the Jungfrau massif and watch paragliders descend against an alpine backdrop. Take a lakeside promenade stroll or relax in cozy local cafés.

Overnight in Interlaken.

Depart Interlaken and take a scenic train journey to Lucerne using your Swiss Travel Pass. Embark on a self-guided city exploration, walking across the iconic medieval wooden Chapel Bridge and wandering the winding, cobbled historic streets.

Overnight in Lucerne.

Dedicate today to Lucerne’s historic and natural masterpieces. Visit the poignant Lion Monument carved into rock and admire the striking twin towers and ornate baroque interior of the Jesuit Church along the Reuss River. Later, experience the breathtaking beauty of Lake Lucerne on an alpine cruise, admiring dramatic fjord-like landscapes and surrounding peaks like Mt. Rigi and Mt. Pilatus.

Overnight in Lucerne.

Travel from Lucerne to Zurich via train. Discover Zurich’s perfect blend of history and modern flair. Stroll along the world-famous Bahnhofstrasse for luxury boutiques, explore the historic city center, and take a peaceful walk along the scenic promenades of Lake Zurich with the distant mountains framing the skyline.

Overnight in Zurich.

Board your train for a relaxing 3-hour and 45-minute journey from Zurich through beautiful landscapes to Munich. Spend your evening getting a first taste of traditional Bavarian hospitality and vibrant street life.

Overnight in Munich.

Enjoy breakfast and spend a full day exploring Munich’s rich cultural heritage. Wander through historic plazas, visit local museums, or sample traditional Bavarian fare.

Overnight in Munich.

Take a direct, comfortable 2-hour high-speed ICE train journey through the German countryside from Munich to Stuttgart. Spend the afternoon exploring Stuttgart’s modern avenues, shopping districts, or public gardens.

Overnight in Stuttgart.

Embark on your final cross-border rail journey from Stuttgart back to Paris, taking approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. Spend your final evening in Europe revisiting your favorite Parisian haunts, strolling along the Canal Saint-Martin, or relaxing.

Overnight in Paris.

Enjoy your final breakfast. Check out by 12:00 PM as your memorable Go Rail Travel European adventure comes to a close. Transfer to the airport or continue your onward travel.