• Rail Tours
  • 8 days
  • France, Switzerland, United Kingdom

London, Paris & Zurich Rail Tours- 07 Nights / 08 Days

Starting on a rail journey from London to Zurich via Paris unfolds a captivating exploration of three of Europe's most iconic cities.

  • London
  • Paris
  • Zürich

Overview

  • Duration8 days
  • StartsLondon · ends Zürich
  • CountriesFrance, Switzerland, United Kingdom
  • Minimum1 traveller
Transport
London Airport to Hotel Transfer, Zurich Hotel to Airport Transfer, London - Paris 2nd Class Eurail Ticket, Paris - Zurich 2nd Class Eurail Ticket, Thames Hop-On Hop-Off River Cruise, Paris City Tour Eiffel Tower & River Cruise
Stay
Cost Per Person in Twin / Double / Triple rooms based on 3 Star Hotel 2 Nights London (Central Park Hotel Hyde Park ***/Holiday Inn Camden Lock Hotel****) 3 Nights Paris (Bellevue Hotel***/Residhome Paris Opera****) 2 Nights Zurich (Hotel Montana***/Crowne Plaza Zurich Hotel****) London Airport to Hotel Transfer Zurich Hotel to Airport Transfer

Starting on a rail journey from London to Zurich via Paris unfolds a captivating exploration of three of Europe's most iconic cities. The adventure begins in London, where a seamless blend of historical landmarks and contemporary vibrancy sets the stage for the continental journey. Arriving in Paris, the City of Lights enchants with its romantic ambiance, showcasing landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. Continuing to Zurich, passengers are treated to the stunning landscapes of Switzerland's largest city, known for its financial prowess and scenic surroundings, making this rail tour a harmonious blend of cultural richness and picturesque beauty.

Route

  • London
  • Paris
  • Zürich

Highlights

  • City tour of London
  • Places to Visit in London
  • Visit to Tower pier
  • Visit to Greenwich Pier
  • Visit to Thames river
  • Sightseeing of London
  • Visit to Waterloo Pier
  • Visit to Westminster Pier
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  • City tour of Paris
  • Railway tour to Paris
  • Railway tour from London
  • Sightseeing of Paris
  • Visit to De la Concorde Square
  • Visit to Seine River
  • Visit to Palais Bourbon
  • Visit to Arc de Triomphe
  • Visit to Eiffel Tower
  • Visit to Louvre Museum
  • Guided city tour of Paris
  • Railway tour to Zurich City
  • City tour of Zurich City
  • Visit to Kilchberg
  • Guided city tour of Zurich
  • Visit to lindt Chocolate Factory
  • City tour of Zurich
  • Sightseeing of Zurich City
  • Walking tour of Zurich

Day by day

Day 1Airport to hotel transfer. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in…

Airport to hotel transfer. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in London.

Overnight: London
Day 2London

Breakfast at the hotel. The best way to see London’s sights and splendor is from the deck of a boat. With this hop-on hop-off pass you can cruise up and down the Thames, alighting at your leisure, for a whole day. The Thames weaves its way through London, with history around every bend. Aboard the hop-on hop-off River Red Rover you’ll cruise in comfort and style past London’s world-famous landmarks.
The boats have open upper decks for great sightseeing and comfortable lower saloons. Relax and enjoy the views, onboard commentary, light refreshments and full bar service as London’s famous sights glide by.
The river cruise departs every 40 minutes from Westminster Pier, Waterloo Pier (near the London Eye), Tower Pier and Greenwich Pier (near the Cutty Sark). With just one ticket you may hop-on or off at any of the piers as often as you like throughout the day. The shortest trip between piers lasts approximately 20-30 minutes, while the full round trip takes approximately 2.5 hours.
Overnight in London

Overnight: LondonMeals: Breakfast
Day 3London to Paris

London to Paris Transfer by Eurail. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Paris.

Overnight: Paris
Day 4Paris

Breakfast at the hotel. See Paris’ main attractions in a five-hour Paris city tour with a difference. Your sightseeing tour of Paris includes a tour across the city by coach, views of Paris from the water as you cruise along the Seine River, and lofty panoramas from the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.
You have a choice of four tour times – 9:00am, Noon, 2:45pm or 6:15pm – so you can plan your day to suit yourself. This comprehensive tour is a great way to get to know Paris if this is your first visit. Your coach tour across Paris takes in Place de la Concorde Square, the Champs-Elysees, the Arc de Triomphe, the western districts of Paris, the Palais de Chaillot and the Palais Bourbon (National Assembly).
You’ll then see Paris from a different viewpoint by taking a one-hour cruise on the Seine River, highlighting Paris’ rich 2,000 years of history. And what better way to conclude your overview of Paris than by taking a trip up the Eiffel Tower where you will have enough time to explore the Eiffel Tower on your own. You’ll ride the elevator up to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower for spectacular views of Paris laid out before you. Have your camera ready!
Overnight in Paris

Overnight: ParisMeals: Breakfast
Day 5Paris

Breakfast at the hotel. Don’t waste time waiting in queues – take a Louvre Museum prioritized guided tour. Make a booking and jump the queue to make the most of your limited time inside the world’s largest museum.
After your guided tour, you can stay on if you want to and continue exploring the Louvre Museum at your leisure. Your prioritized guided tour of Paris’ Louvre Museum focuses on three world-famous works: the Venus de Milo, the Victory of Samothrace and Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, painted at the beginning of the 16th century.
Overnight in Paris

Overnight: ParisMeals: Breakfast
Day 6Zurich

Paris to Zurich Transfer by Eurail. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Zurich.

Overnight: Zurich
Day 7Zurich

Breakfast at hotel. See the fun side of Zurich on this unique, half-day tour to Zurich West and the Lindt Chocolate Factory outlet. Delve into the district’s rich history, and learn about its transformation from industrial district to epicenter of cool and quirky culture! See the Prime Tower (Switzerland’s tallest building), before shopping for indulgent Swiss chocolates at the world-famous Lindt Chocolate Factory outlet.
Starting out in Zurich West, you’ll take a walking tour through the streets and see old industrial warehouses which have turned into funky nightclubs and smart boutiques. Your expert guide will be on hand to entertain you with stories about Zurich West’s historical links to the engineering industry, and describe how it’s industrial past has shaped its modern day culture.
On arrival in Kilchberg, prepare to be greeted by the unmistakable aroma of chocolate, as the village is home to the famous Lindt Chocolate Factory. Producing some of Switzerland’s finest chocolates for over 260 years, you will have time to spend at leisure here, so take your time to browse the array of chocolates at the outlet shop. You will finally enjoy a relaxing boat ride (summer only), departing from Brkliplatz around Lake Zurich. In the winter season, as the boat is not running, you’ll enjoy a hot beverage at one of the trendy Zurich West restaurants.
Overnight in Zurich.

Overnight: ZurichMeals: Breakfast
Day 8Zurich to Home Destination

Breakfast at hotel. check out from Hotel to Airport

Meals: Breakfast

What’s included

Included

  • Cost Per Person in Twin / Double / Triple rooms based on 3 Star Hotel
  • 2 Nights London (Central Park Hotel Hyde Park ***/Holiday Inn Camden Lock Hotel****)
  • 3 Nights Paris (Bellevue Hotel***/Residhome Paris Opera****)
  • 2 Nights Zurich (Hotel Montana***/Crowne Plaza Zurich Hotel****)
  • Daily Breakfast
  • London Airport to Hotel Transfer
  • Zurich Hotel to Airport Transfer
  • London - Paris 2nd Class Eurail Ticket
  • Paris - Zurich 2nd Class Eurail Ticket
  • Thames Hop-On Hop-Off River Cruise
  • Paris City Tour Eiffel Tower & River Cruise
  • Visit of the Louvre with Audioguide
  • Best of Zurich City Tour including the Lindt Chocolate Factory Outlet

Not included

  • 1) 3 Euro tip per person per day.
  • 2) No Porterage included.
  • 3) Any increase in the rate of exchange leading to an increase in surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure. The tour price is subject to increase without notice if this rate changes substantially prior to the departure of your tour.
  • 4) Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, food and drink not in the regular menu provided by us pay TV, mini-bar, telephone calls, etc.
  • 5) All Meals.
  • 6) Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides other than that mentioned in “Tour Cost Includes”.
  • 7) Airfare & airport tax.
  • 8) Visa Fees.
  • 9) Travel insurance.

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From€2,405per person
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