From Italy's natural beautiful lakes and endless vineyards to its iconic landmarks such as the Roman Colosseum and canals of Venice
Is Italy the world's most romantic destination? The country's classical cities, tranquil lakeside towns, and laid-back rural landscapes make it difficult to say no. From the waterways of Venice to Rome's ancient monuments, and Puglia's unspoilt coastline, our range of Italian tours fully immerse you in the sights, sounds, and tastes of this incomparable destination.
The Best of the Italian Lakes
The beauty of Lakes Como, Maggiore and Orta has to be experienced to be believed. Explore the towns along their shores, take in the scenery by boat or sample freshly-caught fish.
Rome & Sorrento
Italian cuisine is available the world over, but nothing quite compares to the real thing. Naples is the birthplace of pizza, and is the best place in the country to grab an authentic slice.
Puglia All Inclusive
Italy is a paradise for those with an interest in the past. Baroque Lecce, 11th-century Bari, and Alberobello's unusual Trulli are all waiting to delight.
Essential Tuscany
Discover a wonderful selection of cities on a holiday that takes in some of Tuscany's most iconic sights.
Situated in the 'heel' of Italy, lesser-known Puglia is a glorious region of labyrinthine ports, white-washed villages and ancient historical dwellings. Take in its fabulous attractions during your all inclusive eight-day holiday.
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Relax by the shores of beautiful Lake Como on this all inclusive holiday. Discover delightful lakeside towns, cruise across sparkling waters, and experience the scenery of the Swiss Alps while travelling on the Bernina Express.
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On this holiday in Northern Italy, you have the chance to explore the charming towns and villages surrounding Lake Garda and enjoy excursions to the fabulous cities of Verona and Venice.
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This wonderful seven-night holiday takes you to the shores of beautiful Lake Maggiore on a tour by rail. Set among the stunning peaks of the Italian Alps, enjoy a tour filled with scenic exploration.
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Immerse yourself in the fabulous towns and villages overlooking the Mediterranean on the enchanting Italian Riviera, a region of truly breathtaking natural beauty.
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Explore the heart of classical Italy, discover the ancient imperial relics of Rome, the wealth of artistic treasures of Florence and the striking Leaning Tower of Pisa, as well as the Floating City of Venice.
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An enchanting part of Italy, Sicily boasts a wonderful combination of stunning scenic coastline, historic cities and breathtaking landscapes. Visit Mount Etna and the Aeolian Islands on this magnificent holiday.
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Discover the beauty of three stunning lakes: Orta, Maggiore, and Como as you steep yourself in scenic surrounds on this delightful Italian lakeside holiday by rail.
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Soak up the views of Italy's most dramatic lake with a 7-night stay on the lakefront. Visit stunning villas, explore quaint towns, and soak up the beautiful scenery along the route of the Bernina Express.
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Spend a relaxing week on the shores of Lake Garda, and experience charming lakeside villages, as well as the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites from delightful mountain railways.
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Explore the ancient city of Rome before heading south for five nights to the breathtaking Bay of Naples, located in one of the most visually stunning regions in the whole of Europe.
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The rural regions of Tuscany and Umbria are known for their natural beauty, quintessentially Italian towns, and rich history. Discover the best of the region's charms on an all-inclusive rail holiday, from a wonderful base in Chiancano Terme.
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The whole holiday was really lovely and very relaxing for us. The Bernini rail trip was fantastic and highlight of the holiday.
Wonderful place to visit and going by rail, takes the strain out of traveling- and you see so much more. Great Tour Manager - Rob. A superstar
Excellent holiday,superb holiday guide and good hotels and itinerary
Enjoyed it very much, found the return journey a bit tiring changing trains so much but overall a good holiday.
The holiday was excellent, the resort was amazing and everything ran very smoothly.
It was a lovely holiday. The right balance between free time and visits. Why it isn't 5 stars is simply my disability. I struggled to get up the hotel steps everyday and sometimes up /down 2 or 3 times. People were extremely kind and helpful. a really good crowd. No complaints there. My tour guide couldn't have been kinder or thoughtful. He was so considerate, always helping me up and down station steps or over bridges in Venice. My main problem was terrain, ie. when there were cobbled pavements to struggle at speed over just to keep up with the crowd - Verona and gravel round some sites and the hotel approach. Always a difficult decision about knowing if I can still manage holidays, it made me anxious.
The tour from initial inquiry to returning home was a complete success.
During a grand tour of Italy by train you will have the chance to admire the contrast of rolling hillsides with historical landmarks in comfort. Highlights of Italy include Verona, the setting of Shakespeare's most famous love story Romeo and Juliet. Another popular region is the picturesque setting of Lake Garda, where you can enjoy stunning panoramas. Finally the idyllic terracotta roofs of Tuscany draw many visitors to the strikingly pretty area, which is also famous for its gastronomic delights.
Home to world-famous architecture, art and beauty, Italy offers a feast for the eyes to all of its visitors. Rail Discoveries has carefully crafted a variety of escorted holidays which tour Italy by train, with a series of excursions that explore the culture and history of the region. A Tour Manager meets all our guests in London at St Pancras International and escorts the group throughout the holiday, meaning that you can relax, never having to plan further ahead than the next sight or excursion. On many of our excursions a local guide also joins the group to share their in-depth knowledge of the region's history and attractions.
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By Joel Draba-Mann
6 November 2015
The lesser known facts and locations of the Italian Lake District and where else to go to escape the fast-growing crowds around the more famous lakes.
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By Sukie Chapman
5 June 2015
While on your railway holidays in Europe, spend an afternoon looking at a range of eclectic antiques. Here are some of the best flea markets to discover.
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By Matthew Ellis
3 June 2015
Holidays to Lake Garda, Italy, offer a multitude of opportunities to explore the great outdoors. We’ve found 5 of the best.
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By Jack Stacey
26 April 2019
There is, I suspect, an image that appears in everyone’s heads, when someone says the words 'European café'.
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It was an exciting your with wonderful places to see. The hotels were great. And most of all, we had an excellent tour manager, Fiona Baker. It was one of our best holidays. Thank you.