Top Italy Rail Tours - page 2

Explore Cinque Terre on a private tour with a friendly guide. Travel by boat and train from La Spezia Port and visit three charming towns. Don’t worry about train schedules, or navigating, just relax and settle in to the Ligurian lifestyle while your guide takes care of the logistics. Have time to explore on your own and choose a spot for lunch (own expense) and learn about the region’s history and culture on the guided portions of the tour.

Rome’s crowds and fast pace can make it hard to enjoy Italy’s wine culture in a relaxed setting. This half-day, small-group tour offers an easy escape to the hill town of Frascati, where vineyards and historic streets replace busy city traffic. Begin with a walk through the old town, then continue to a 16th-century farmhouse for a guided visit with the winemaker and a sommelier-led tasting. Finish with an open-air pasta lunch in the vineyard, pairing local flavors with regional wines for an immersive experience.

Board the Bernina Red Train, Switzerland's alpine delight, for a ride along one of the most beautiful railway routes in the world. After a coach ride from Milan to St. Moritz, enjoy free time to explore the chic mountain town before boarding the bright red train to travel on the UNESCO-listed route. Soak up unparalleled views of tall peaks, clear glaciers, and wide valleys as you make your way to Tirano. Explore the town a bit before your return coach journey to Milan.

Experience the food and wine of Frascati on this guided excursion. Travel independently from Rome's Termini Station with your provided tickets and meet your guide in Frascati. Then, embark on a tour of the ancient wine-making town: your first stop is the historic center, which you explore for about an hour. Afterward, visit a winery for three wine tastings, and return to a Frascati for little shipping and a lunch of local delicacies such as roasted pork, focaccia, and biscotti—fresh from an antique wood-fired oven.

Discover the charm of Lake Como without the crowds with a small-group tour from Milan. In the company of an expert guide, visit the villages of Bellagio and Varenna, explore hidden gems, and soak up the scenery on a lake cruise. Travel by train for a faster, hassle-free journey, giving you more time to explore the beauty of the lake and its stunning surroundings.

Florence is famous for its art and architecture, but even the most ardent culture lover needs a break. Delve into the city's cuisine and learn how to make authentic pizza and gelato during this hands-on cooking class. Led by a chef, sample a variety of pizzas before getting to work on your own creations, then watch the step-by-step demonstration of how gelato is made. Afterward, feast on your creations with unlimited wine.

Explore Pompeii and Herculaneum—two of Italy’s top archaeological sites—in a single day without the hassle of arranging logistics on your own. Travel independently by high-speed train from Rome to Naples, where a driver meets you for the trip to Pompeii and Herculaneum—with a shopping break at Maximall Pompeii, southern Italy's largest shopping center in between.

If you are docked in La Spezia and puzzling over how to visit the picturesque fishing villages of the Cinque Terre, this shore excursion saves you the trouble of organizing the logistics. Visit the villages of Vernazza and Monterosso with a guide, stopping to taste the local lemon liqueur, Limoncino. Travel between the villages by train, and end your day in Riomaggiore, where you have an hour of free time before returning to La Spezia.

Escape to the city and head to the beautiful Alps on this full-day tour from Milan to St. Moritz, Switzerland. Take a guided tour of the alpine town and enjoy time to sample delicious desserts or do a bit of shopping. End your day with a ride on the Bernina Express, also known as the highest train in Europe, to the town of Tirano.

Ostia Antica is known as ‘the better Pompeii’ for the excellent preservation of its ancient buildings, but visiting this vast archaeological site on your own can be overwhelming. On this tour, make exploring easy with round-trip train travel and a walking tour of the ruins with a guide for the entire duration of the excursion. Take in ruins of the Roman amphitheater, Baths of Neptune, taverns, and more with guide commentary to better understand the complex site.

While many visitors to Rome enjoy the city's food and wine, most don’t get the chance to visit Frascati, which is a hotspot for local, Italian cuisine in the Lazio region. This food tour gets you out of the city and to this hilltop location, where you will have time to explore the old town, try out traditional specialties, and sample heirloom wines at a historic family-run winery.

With its five colorful villages and dramatic coastline, the Cinque Terre is one of the most picturesque destinations in Italy. Make the most of your time with this day trip from La Spezia that includes a guide to help you navigate the local trains and stops at three fishing villages to explore at your own pace. Enjoy a limoncello tasting in a local shop before the train ride back to your meeting place.

Italy's beautiful Amalfi Coast is known as one of the country's most picturesque regions and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hop aboard a high-speed train from Rome to explore the scenic area without spending hours traveling by car. Led by an English-speaking local expert, begin with a cruise from Salerno to Positano, then free time to shop, swim, or explore. From there, head to Amalfi, before a short cruise back to Salerno. As you travel, take in views of the towns of Minori, Maiori, Cetara, and Ravello from a vantage point on the water.

Visit two of Italy’s most romantic historic cities from Milan in a single day with this tour. Set off from Milan by train and arrive in Venice relaxed and ready for your walking tour of the Floating City’s highlights. Enjoy free time to shop and sightsee afterwards, then continue to Verona. Stroll through the hometown of Romeo and Juliet and learn about its history before returning to Milan.

Take a break from the city crowds and visit the little-known archaeological site of Ostia Antica on this small-group tour from Rome. Meet your guide and group at the train station to hop on the train together, then head directly inside the site with skip-the-line admission. Gain a deeper understanding of this ancient Roman city and cover the highlights of the massive site in just a few hours.

Start your journey from Rome to Salerno on a high-speed train with this Small Group tour, ensuring comfort and efficiency with all tickets included. Once you arrive, it’s just a short walk to the harbor, where you’ll board a scenic public boat for a breathtaking cruise along the Amalfi Coast. Escorted by a bilingual tour leader (English/Spanish), you’ll enjoy a seamless day while avoiding the region’s notorious coastal traffic. Explore Positano, famous for its colorful houses and romantic atmosphere, with free time to shop, stroll through picturesque streets, or simply take in the stunning views. Then continue by boat to Amalfi, a historic maritime gem, where you can visit the impressive cathedral or wander the lively town center. After your visit, return by boat to Salerno, and enjoy a smooth high-speed train ride back to Rome. With breathtaking views, seamless travel, and expert guidance, this tour offers the ultimate Amalfi Coast experience, all in one unforgettable day.

Meet our group leader at Termini Station in Rome and board the modern high-speed train to Naples. The lost city of Pompeii awaits after a one-hour ride and a quick transfer by coach. With your skip-the-line ticket in hand, enter the ruins and explore at your own pace. Step back in time as you wander the ancient cobblestone streets where bakeries, shops, and even hidden brothels stand as ghostly reminders of a past civilisation. Take in the tragic yet awe-inspiring plaster casts of the immortalized silent witnesses to the fury of Mt. Vesuvius during their devastating last moments alive. Feel the mystery deepen as you explore the perfectly preserved ruins of a city trapped in time. Take some time for a leisurely lunch, then return to the pre-set meeting point. Hop on our private air-conditioned coach for the short ride back to Naples before a smooth high-speed train journey back to Rome. As outlined above, this experience is self-guided inside the ruins at Pompeii.

Explore the Italian Riviera without having to rent a car on this day trip to the Cinque Terre from Florence. After arriving at La Spezia, follow your guide to each fishing village, from the beaches of Monterosso to the charming streets of Riomaggiore. Swim in turquoise waters and soak up all the character of this UNESCO-listed region before heading back to Florence.

When you’re staying in Trieste, don’t miss out on a visit to the Postojna Cave and Predjama Castle, two of Slovenia's top attractions. This convenient group day trip from Trieste makes it easy for you to visit both highlights in a day with comfortable transport, a driver-guide, and plenty of time at each site.

Discover what it takes to be an ancient Roman gladiator in Rome. During a hands-on lesson, learn how to fight with authentic weapons of the time while wearing a traditional gladiator tunic and belt (available for rent). Located on the Appian Way, not far from the Colosseum, this class is a unique and interactive way to learn about ancient Roman history and culture.

Make the most of your time in Italy with a day trip to Florence from Rome. Cut travel time in half with a high-speed train, and arrive ready for a walking tour of its landmarks, from the Duomo to the Ponte Vecchio. Travel to a Tuscan vineyard for an intimate wine tasting and light lunch, followed by a wander around the medieval town of San Gimignano.

During the visits you will live, helped by an archaeologist, an unforgettable experience to discover the most important and famous buildings without neglecting the aspects of daily life and habits of the Romans. The tour is designed and recommended for families, but also for all photography enthusiasts and archeology enthusiasts.

When your cruise ship docks in Livorno, don't waste time waiting for buses or waiting in line for attractions. Instead, maximize your time on a full-day private shore excursion to the Cinque Terre and Pisa. Your guide takes you to three Cinque Terre villages on the Mediterranean coast, leaving time to explore, swim, and have lunch. Afterward, stop to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, a top attraction in Italy. This private tour ensures you'll receive undivided attention, too.

Escape Milan's bustle to enjoy Lake Como and Lugano in a small group. Cruise past villas, visit Torno, and enjoy 2 hours free in Como to stroll the historic center and relax by the waterfront. Spend the afternoon in Lugano, Switzerland, savor Swiss chocolate, ride the funicular to the city center, and optionally swim in Lake Lugano during summer. Discover Como's history and Lugano's scenic beauty on this relaxed day trip.