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- From Venice to Naples, Italy in panoramic mode
- Culture, gastronomy, and dolce vita along the rails
- A complete itinerary from north to south of the country
Travel through Italy by train at an affordable price and explore fascinating cities rich in culture and history such as Milan, Bologna, Rome, Naples, and Palermo. Enjoy a train journey to discover these must-visit destinations.
Milan
Arrive freely in Milan and enjoy the welcome of your driver at the station or airport for a transfer to your hotel in the city centre.
The afternoon is free to explore the Lombardy capital at your own pace. Start at the Duomo Square and the magnificent Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral before marveling at the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
End your first day in the Navigli district, along the canals partly designed by Leonardo da Vinci, and enjoy an aperitivo at one of the many restaurants.
Option: opera evening at La Scala in Milan (on request).
Milan
Enjoy your free morning in Milan to visit the Brera Art Gallery, where you’ll admire works by great artists such as Tintoretto and Raphael. Then head to the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology, one of the largest science-and-technology museums in the world, dedicated to the genius of Leonardo da Vinci.
For a modern atmosphere, visit Gae Aulenti Square, a futuristic architectural complex near the main railway station.
In the afternoon, begin your train trip in Italy by taking the Milan–Bologna train. On arrival, check in to the hotel and enjoy the afternoon exploring Bologna’s historic centre: the Piazza Maggiore, the Alma Mater Studiorum building, the Asinelli Tower, and discover Little Venice (Piccola Venezia) with the famous window overlooking the Canal della Moline.
End the day by enjoying bolognese spaghetti prepared using the authentic recipe at one of the city’s restaurants.
Bologne
Dedicate the day to visiting Parma, less than an hour by train, famous for its gourmet products such as Culatello di Zibello ham and Parmigiano Reggiano.
Admire the religious buildings dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries, such as the Baptistery, the Cathedral, and the Bishop’s Palace. Visit the Palatine Library and the National Gallery at the Palazzo della Pilotta, as well as the majestic Royal Theatre (Teatro Regio).
Savour a coffee or local specialities at Garibaldi Square. Return to Bologna in the afternoon (flexible times).
Florence
Florence
Pise
Rome
Rome
Spend your free day in Rome visiting the Vatican, seat of the Roman Catholic Church. Start at the St Peter’s Basilica, then explore the Vatican Museums, which include 12 museums, five galleries and 1,400 rooms, including the famous Sistine Chapel.
If the weather allows, return to the centre of Rome on foot via the colourful Trastevere district, with its typical trattorias, craft shops and medieval buildings.
Naples
Set off early for Naples, and in just 2h30 you’ll find yourself in the atmosphere of the South.
Leave your luggage at the hotel reception and start discovering this city rich in history. Each neighbourhood features impressive landmarks such as the Castel Nuovo, the San Carlo Theatre, Plebiscito Square, the Royal Palace, Castel dell’Ovo, and the Posillipo viewpoint.
Stroll through the lively neighbourhoods of the historic centre, especially the Spaccanapoli district, the city’s main street. Explore the bustling streets and admire baroque buildings such as the Church of Gesù Nuovo and Gothic landmarks like the Basilica of Saint Clare.
Pompei
Palerme
Palerme
Your driver will pick you up from the hotel.
Transfer to the Palermo airport.
- Train tickets according to the schedule:
- in 2nd class on the regular train for daytime trains;
- 4-bed compartment (cuccetta comfort quadruple) for the overnight train Rome – Palermo.
- Accommodation in 3* hotels according to the schedule (breakfast included (BB)
- French-speaking assistance from the Discovery Trains teams at any time during the stay
- Hotel-to-airport transfer in Palermo
- The travel booklet in electronic version
- International transfers (on request)
- Guided visits with a French-speaking guide
- 1st-class train upgrade fee (for the segments where possible)
- Train tickets Naples–Pompeii–Naples (you can buy them on site only)
- Tourist tax in hotels
- Meals and drinks not mentioned
- Personal expenses
- Insurance
- The travel journal in paper version sent by post (+ €12)
