Paris to Rome by Train | Age 27 to 35 | Summer 2026
- Overview
- Itinerary
- What's Included
- FAQ
- Dates
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, with a group of 27- 35s.
Highlights
- Welcome dinner and Seine river cruise in Paris.
- Patisserie walking tour and cabaret show in Paris.
- Scenic train ride from Paris to Lausanne with Swiss Fondue dinner.
- Travel along the Simplon rail route to Milan, enjoying lakes and castles.
- Explore the floating city of Venice and try traditional Venetian food.
- Learn to ride a gondola or explore Venice at your leisure.
- Tour Rome's cobblestoned streets, including the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Mode of Transport
Accommodation
Dining Summary
- 8 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Dinner (D)
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!
- Paris: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
- Lausanne: Cameras at the ready! You'll see the mighty Alps, gorgeous lakes and historic castles all en route this epic train ride.
- Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list!
Optional Activities
Meals Not Listed
Personal Expenses
Destinations
- Europe
- France
- Italy
- Switzerland
Tour Types
- Cultural
- Foodie and Wine Tours
- Boat/Cruise Excursion
- Walking
- Rail Tours
Location: Paris
Welcome to Paris! Starting off with a bangin’ welcome dinner, you’ll get to know your crew of 27 to 35s 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!<br/>
Accommodation Name: Ibis Nation Davout (or similar)
Meals: Dinner
Location: Paris
Cuisine and cabaret day. We'll start this morning with a visit to a French perfumery followed by an optional patisserie walking tour, winding our way around the cutest bakeries in Paris, sampling dreamy pastries as we go. You've then got some free time in afternoon. To finish the day, it's off to a Paris cabaret show, with dinner and champagne to really switch on the sophistication.
Accommodation Name: Ibis Nation Davout (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: 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. What next? How about some Swiss fondue? Your Trip Manager will point you in the right direction.
Accommodation Name: Ibis Lausanne Centre (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Milan
Rise and shine! First up, we'll have a free morning to explore before we hop on the train. 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 evening is chilling. And possibly sipping aperitivo in Navigli (just like the locals). That’s how we roll.
Accommodation Name: A conveniently located hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Venice
Wanna check out the Duomo? Or the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II? Or just wanna hit the Milan streets and frolic around? You've got this morning to do just that. Then 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 right on the islands. This evening, you'll have the chance to try traditional Venetian food right in its home.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Nazionale (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: Venice
You’ve got a free day today, folks. You can choose to hit the canals on a traditional gondola and even opt for a Venetian dinner. Or just take your time exploring the island. Bored doesn’t exist here.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Nazionale (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: 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. You've got a free afternoon to spend away however you like. In the evening, you're welcome to join us at a local restaurant for some soul-satisfying Italian food. Then we'll hit the cobblestoned streets to see even some iconic Roman monuments.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Luce (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Location: Rome
Historic spots, foodie shops, photo ops - you’re free to do whatever you want today. Tour the Colosseum & the Roman Forum with expert Local Guides. Then check out Rome's best restaurants on another tour. It’s your final full day of this trip, so make the most of it!
Accommodation Name: Hotel Luce (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Location: 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!).<br/>
Meals: Breakfast
Included
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Welcome Dinner and Seine River Cruise
-Enjoy a welcome dinner and a scenic Seine river cruise in Paris.
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Patisserie Walking Tour and Cabaret Show
-Experience a patisserie walking tour and a cabaret show in Paris.
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Scenic Train Ride from Paris to Lausanne
-Travel from Paris to Lausanne with a scenic train ride and enjoy a Swiss Fondue dinner.
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Simplon Rail Route to Milan
-Travel along the Simplon rail route to Milan, enjoying views of lakes and castles.
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Explore Venice
-Explore the floating city of Venice and try traditional Venetian food.
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Gondola Riding or Leisure in Venice
-Learn to ride a gondola or explore Venice at your leisure.
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Tour of Rome
-Tour Rome's cobblestoned streets, including the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
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Accommodation
-Stay in comfort at the Ibis Nation Davout in Paris, Ibis Lausanne Centre in Lausanne, and Hotel Genova in Rome, with similar conveniently located hotels in Milan and Venice.
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Dining
-8 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners are included.
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Included Experiences
-Experience scenic train rides, a Seine river cruise, and guided tours in Paris, Venice, and Rome.
Not Included
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Optional Activities
-Optional activities such as the patisserie walking tour in Paris and gondola riding lessons in Venice are not included.
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Meals Not Listed
-Meals other than the specified 8 breakfasts and 2 dinners are not included.
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Personal Expenses
-Personal expenses and any additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
| Dates | Price | ||
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30-May-2026
for 0 Nights |
Single | £2366.00 | |
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30-May-2026
for 0 Nights |
Twin | £1751.00 | |
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30-May-2026
for 0 Nights |
Twin Share | £1751.00 | |
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19-Sep-2026
for 0 Nights |
Single | £2366.00 | |
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19-Sep-2026
for 0 Nights |
Twin | £1751.00 | |
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19-Sep-2026
for 0 Nights |
Twin Share | £1751.00 |
