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2014 Rail Europe

Collection



North American Edition

A Small Stop for European Rail Travel



We combine the maps, schedules and fares for over 50 different train companies across Europe, creating one stop to plan and book your European rail travel. Our wide range of products and services include:

Train Tickets If you're planning on visiting just two cities or traveling by train for less than three days, train tickets might be the right choice for you. Train tickets are valid for a single journey from one European destination to another. We also offer tickets for selected airport transfers to and from the cities of your destination. And, many train tickets are available as e-tickets.

Night Trains Traveling while you sleep allows you to explore a city during the day, board an overnight train that evening and arrive at your next destination the following morning ready to go. All night trains require reservations and normally offer a wide range of accommodations, from reclining seats to single compartments with private showers.

Rail Passes If you know the countries you want to explore and want to wander within them, rail passes are the ideal companion. They're perfect for anyone planning to travel for more than three days or who want an open itinerary. A rail pass is valid for a set number of travel days in which you can take as many train trips as you like. The travel days can be "consecutive" (i.e., 5 days in a row) or flexible (i.e., travel any day within a longer period of time for up to 2 months). Eurail Select and Global passes can include rail travel in 3 to 24 European countries on a single pass, while national and regional rail passes offer extensive travel within a specific country or region.

Reservations When you book a ticket on our website that offers reserved seats, we'll reserve them and it's included in the cost of the ticket. If you are booking an overnight train the type of accommodations available will be displayed. With a rail pass the fare for the journey is covered, but the cost for a reservation is an additional fee at discounted passholder rates.

The More the Merrier Our group travel consultants offer personalized assistance for groups of 10 or more travelers.

Activities In addition to your rail needs, we offer almost 100 different activities in 19 countries to make the most of your European experience. Consider a hop-on hop-off bus tour, museum pass, city transportation card or full and half-day guided tours.

Trains and Reservations

Day Trains

A wide variety of trains are available for travel throughout Europe. Traveling short distances may be on local trains with frequent stops connecting smaller cities within a country. Intercity and Express trains travel longer distances and may extend to another country while high speed trains, traveling at up to 200 mph, make fewer stops, can cover longer distances in less time and often offer higher levels of service and amenities. All high speed trains and many Intercity and Express trains require reservations.

TGV train in France

Train departure board

With so many travel and budget choices, where do I start? Let's begin with how you like to travel. Are you a planner, or more of a free spirit? We have great options for both, with expert advice that includes personalized recommendations and booking wizardry online, on our mobile app, or through our contact center to get you the right train tickets, rail passes and activities at the best possible prices.

How and when do I get my rail pass/ticket? You can make your purchase through your travel agent or directly from Rail Europe (online or by phone). Tickets can be purchased from 60 to 180 days in advance depending on the route. E-tickets are available on many high speed trains and whenever available for your journey they will be offered as a delivery option online during check-out. Rail passes and activities can be purchased as much as 6 months in advance.

E-tickets & High Speed Trains



Discover why so many travelers prefer high speed train travel to air travel. Enjoy extraordinary comfort, amenities and efficiency as you're whisked from city-center to city-center. High speed train tickets include reserved seats. Have a rail pass? No problem! Just get a passholder reservation and sit back and relax.

e e-tickets

Use an e-ticket to get on board. E-tickets are available on all of the high speed trains featured below. Whenever available for a journey, e-tickets will be offered as a delivery option online during check-out, through our contact center, or via the Rail Europe iPhone app and mobile website.

Britain, Belgium, France Eurostar

Germany ICE

Seamless travel from St. Pancras station in the heart of London to the center of Paris, Brussels, Lille, Avignon, the French Alps and easy connections to the Swiss Alps.

London ? Paris 2h 15m London ? Brussels 2h 01m London ? Lille 1h 20m

Belgium, France, Netherlands, Germany Thalys

This distinctive red train links Paris to Brussels, Amsterdam and Cologne. There are 24 Thalys trains per day that take you from Paris to Brussels in under 90 minutes. With this kind of service and frequency, your best option is Thalys. Amsterdam ? Brussels 1h 53m Amsterdam ? Paris 3h 18m Brussels ? Paris 1h 25m Cologne ? Paris 3h 14m

France, Germany, Switzerland TGV, Lyria

The TGV network is the cornerstone of the European high speed rail network connecting France to Brussels, Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Torino, Milan, and more. You can ride the rails of Lyria into Switzerland and the south of France or the super modern TGV Est into the Champagne region, Switzerland or Germany.

Paris ? Avignon 2h 40m Paris ? Marseille 3h Paris ? Geneva 3h 09m Paris ? Frankfurt 3h 50m

France, Spain France Spain High Speed

ICE connects all the major German cities, including Frankfurt, Hamburg, Stuttgart, Munich, Cologne, and Berlin. Plus connecting train services to Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, France and the Netherlands.

Munich ? Salzburg 1h 30m Berlin ? Frankfurt 4h 07m Frankfurt ? Munich 3h 10m Munich ? Berlin 5h 38m

Italy Frecciarossa & Frecciargento, Italo

Italo, the latest generation in high speed rail in Italy, offers service from Venice to Rome with stops in Padua, Bologna and Florence; and from Torino to Salerno, with stops in Milan, Bologna, Florence, Rome and Naples. Frecciarossa & Frecciargento trains offer speedy service to the same Italian city-centers plus convenient access to smaller towns and destinations.

Florence ? Milan 1h 45m Florence ? Venice 1h 51m Milan ? Bologna 1h 16m Rome ? Venice 3h 31m Rome ? Florence 1h 27m

Spain Renfe

Spain's high speed lines link the popular cities of Barcelona and Madrid as well as the historical Andalusian cities of Cordoba and Seville.

Madrid ? Barcelona 2h 40m Madrid ? Malaga 2h 30m Madrid ? Seville 2h 20m Madrid ? Valencia 1h 35m

RENFE and SNCF have combined their experience to offer high quality train service connecting 17 cities in Spain and France. Direct travel is now available from Paris to Barcelona plus major cities such as Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse, Avignon and Madrid.

Paris ? Barcelona 6h 25m Lyon ? Barcelona 4h 53m Barcelona ? Toulouse 3h 02m Barcelona ? Avignon 3h 41m

Eurostar Thalys TGV ICE

Frecciarossa & Frecciargento Italo

RENFE

All Of Europe



For unlimited rail travel throughout much of Europe, the Eurail family of passes is unsurpassed. In addition to exceptionally flexible travel on the national railroads, Eurail passes provide free or discounted travel bonuses on selected ferries, buses, private railways and more.

Eurail Select Pass

New in 2014: For travel plans that include Slovakia, travelers can now choose a Eurail Select Pass with Slovakia. And, as of April 1, 2014 the new 4 Country Eurail Select Pass, which includes France, replaces the 3- and 5-Country Eurail Select Pass options. Choose 4 bordering countries out of the following: Austria, Benelux, Bulgaria, Croatia/Slovenia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Montenegro/Serbia, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland & Turkey.

? 5, 6, 8 or 10 days 1st class rail travel within a 2-month-period

? Saverpass for 2 or more traveling together ? Youthpass in 2nd class for travelers under 26 ? Discounted fare for children 4-11 Use the chart below to create your own Eurail Select Pass

Country Austria

Benelux* Bulgaria Croatia/Slovenia Czech Republic Denmark Finland France

Germany

Greece Hungary

Ireland Italy

Montenegro/Serbia

Norway Portugal Romania Slovakia Spain Sweden Switzerland Turkey

Connected by train or ship to: Croatia/Slovenia, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Slovakia, Switzerland Germany, France, Ireland Greece, Montenegro/Serbia, Romania, Turkey Austria, Hungary, Italy, Montenegro/Serbia Austria, Germany, Slovakia Germany, Norway, Sweden Germany, Sweden Benelux, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Spain, Switzerland Austria, Benelux, Czech Rep., France, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Switzerland

Bulgaria, Italy, Turkey Austria, Croatia/Slovenia, Montenegro/ Serbia, Romania, Slovakia Benelux, France Austria, Croatia/Slovenia, France, Greece, Spain, Switzerland Bulgaria, Croatia/Slovenia, Hungary, Romania Denmark, Sweden

Spain

Bulgaria, Hungary, Montenegro/Serbia

Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary

France, Italy, Portugal

Denmark, Finland, Germany, Norway

Austria, France, Germany, Italy

Bulgaria, Greece

* Benelux = Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg = 1 country Croatia/Slovenia = 1 country

Montenegro/Serbia = 1 country

Place De La Comedie of Montpellier, France

Make The Most Of Your European Experience with our Activities

We offer tours & packages, sightseeing, airport & city transportation and travel services to make your trip even more special. Choose from activities in: Amsterdam, Avignon, Barcelona, Berlin, Brussels, Copenhagen, Florence, London, Madrid, Marseille, Milan, Munich, Nice, Oslo, Paris, Potsdam, Prague, Rome, Seville, Venice, Warsaw and more.

Eurail Global Pass

Travel in 24 European countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland & Turkey.

? Continuous pass durations: 15 days, 21 days, 1 month, 2 months and 3 months in 1st class

? Flexipass durations: 10 or 15 days 1st class rail travel within a 2-month period

? Saverpass for 2 or more traveling together ? Youthpass in 2nd class for travelers under 26 ? Discounted fare for children 4-11

Train in Norway

Britain and Ireland



Ride the British rails to the land of royals and roof-razing pubs. From the cliffs of Dover to the Scottish Highlands, enjoy the dramatic transition in countryside and culture between north and south on Britain's numerous rail lines. We can help you explore the big cities like London and Edinburgh, as well as quaint countryside villages. Say "cheers" to the United Kingdom and Ireland with our wide selection of products.

British Train Tickets e

For your convenience, Rail Europe is now offering the same British train tickets in North America that are sold in Britain. All British train tickets, from first to standard class, are available for purchase up to 12 weeks in advance, and may be more economical than a rail pass.

The Rail Passes

The wide variety of railpasses featured for Britain let you pick the exact one to fit your travel plans. Travel every day with the consecutive pass or, with the flexi version, travel at a leisurely pace stopping for extended periods between journeys.

BritRail Consecutive and Flexi Pass ? 3, 4, 8, 15, 22 days or 1 month consecutive day rail travel in

Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) ? 3, 4, 8 or 15 days flexi rail travel in Great Britain

(England, Scotland and Wales) within a 2-month period ? Choice of 1st or standard class ? Senior Pass in 1st class for travelers 60 and over ? Party Pass for adults (50% discount for the 3rd - 9th travelers) ? Youth Pass for travelers under 26 ? Family Pass: one child 5-15 travels free with each full fare

Adult or Senior

BritRail England Consecutive and Flexi Pass ? 3, 4, 8, 15, 22 days or 1 month consecutive day rail travel

in England ? 3, 4, 8 or 15 days flexi rail travel in England within a 2-month period ? Choice of 1st or standard class ? Senior Pass in 1st class for travelers 60 and over ? Party Pass for adults (50% discount for the 3rd - 9th passengers) ? Youth Pass for travelers under 26 ? Family Pass: one child 5-15 travels free with each full fare

Adult or Senior

BritRail Pass + Ireland ? 5 or 10 days rail travel in England, Scotland, Wales,

Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland within a 1-month period

? Choice of 1st or standard class ? Discounted fare for children 5-15

BritRail Irish Sea Crossings ? Choice of Cairnryan ? Belfast, Holyhead ? Dun Laoghaire,

Holyhead ? Dublin, or Fishguard ? Rosslare on Stena Line between Britain and Ireland

BritRail London Plus Pass ? 2 or 4 days rail travel in an 8-day period or 7 days rail travel

within a 15-day period in a specific area of southeast England surrounding London

? Choice of 1st or standard class ? Includes airport transfers ? Discounted fare for children 5-15

BritRail Freedom of Scotland Pass ? 4 days rail travel within an 8-day period or 8 days rail travel

within a 15-day period ? Available in standard class ? Discounted fare for children 5-15

BritRail Central Scotland Pass ? 3 days rail travel between Edinburgh, Glasgow Queen Street,

North Berwick, Bathgate, Dunblane, Bridge of Allen, Stirling, the Fife Circle, Markinch, Falkirk and all intermediate stations within a 7-day period

? Available in standard class ? Discounted fare for children 5-15

East Midlands Train in UK

Also Available:

? BritRail Eurail Passholder Discount ? BritRail Guest Pass ? BritRail South West Pass

Activities in Britain and Ireland



Airport Transfers

e Heathrow Express

Connecting Heathrow and Paddington Station in the center

of London.

e Gatwick Express

Connecting Gatwick Airport and Victoria Station in the center

of London.

e Stansted Express

Connecting Stansted Airport and Tottenham Hale/London

Liverpool Street stations.

Sightseeing

City Sightseeing

Take a Hop-On Hop-Off double-decker bus tour to get a unique introduction to the city. Choose from:

- Bath

- Liverpool

- Brighton

- London

- Cambridge

- Oxford

- Dublin

- Stratford Upon Avon

- Edinburgh

- York

- Glasgow

City Transportation & Museum Cards

Roam around the city by bus or subway. Get entry to local museums and discounts to area attractions.

London Travel Card Travel on London's buses and subways.

The London Pass Free entry into over 55 London museums / attractions plus special bonus offers. Also available with public transportation option.

Visitor Oyster Card An electronic, pay-as-you-go card that calculates the cheapest fare for a journey on the London Underground, buses, trams, Docklands Light Railway, London Overland Services, Thames Clipper boat service, and National Rail services in the London area.

Tours & Packages

Full-day and overnight tours from London by train or motorcoach.

The Total London Experience Full-day motorcoach tour of London includes all major sites and a flight on the London Eye.

Bath, Stonehenge and Salisbury Visit mysterious Stonehenge, Bath, and view the Magna Carta in Salisbury. Lunch is optional.

Windsor, Bath and Stonehenge Depart London by motorcoach for some of the best English scenery and memorable visits. Lunch is optional.

Heathrow Express ? VisitLondon

Stratford, Oxford, Cotswolds and Warwick Castle Travel by motorcoach to Shakespeare's birthplace, Britain's oldest university and England's greatest medieval experience. Lunch is optional.

Beatles and Liverpool Tour Roundtrip rail travel with reserved seats between London and Liverpool, entry to the Beatles Story, Beatles Magical Mystery Tour, plus free time for shopping and sightseeing.

Day Trip to Edinburgh From London, travel by train to Edinburgh, famous for its Castle and Princes Street. Take the open-top bus tour and still have time to shop before boarding the train back to London.

Easy Day Trip to Paris This independent tour includes roundtrip rail travel from London to Paris on Eurostar, and full day use of the Hop-On Hop-Off open-top tour bus to explore on your own.

Simply Paris Roundtrip rail travel on Eurostar, a panoramic sightseeing tour, entrance to the Eiffel Tower, a cruise down the Seine River and the remainder of the day to shop and sightsee.

Splendor of Paris Fully escorted day trip includes roundtrip travel on the high speed Eurostar train between London and Paris, visit to the Eiffel Tower and the Grand Palace of Versailles.

Edinburgh Overnight Unescorted tour from London to Edinburgh includes roundtrip rail travel, open-top bus tour of Edinburgh, visit to Edinburgh Castle and overnight accommodations. Day 2 provides free time to explore Edinburgh on your own.

Paris Overnight Includes roundtrip rail from London to Paris on Eurostar, a semi-escorted tour of Paris on board a luxury coach, Seine River cruise, entrance to the Eiffel Tower and overnight accommodations. Day 2 provides free time to explore Paris on your own.

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France conjures up images of rolling vineyards, fine food and incomparable art. This is a nation to see in its entirety. Why settle for Paris alone when you can bike the Loire Valley, ski the Alps, or wander along the beach in the South of France? Watch the landscape change from your window and relax as the train transports you through the magic of France.

Customize your visit to France. Choose a rail pass to get you from city to city and a city tour for sightseeing.

The Rail Passes

The French rail network is yours with any of our France Rail Passes. With extensive train travel and 3,000 railway stations, you can go almost everywhere - from chic cities to the countryside and vineyards.

France Rail Pass ? 3-9 days rail travel in France within a 1-month period ? Choice of 1st or 2nd class ? Senior pass in 1st class for travelers 60 and over ? Saverpass for 2 or more traveling together at all times ? Youthpass for travelers under 26 ? Discounted fare for children 4-11

Eiffel Tower in Paris, France

France & More

When your travel plans include venturing beyond France's borders:

Eurail Benelux ? France Pass ? 5, 6, 8, or 10 days rail travel in France, Belgium,

The Netherlands and Luxembourg within a 2-month period ? Choice of 1st or 2nd class ? Saverpass for 2 or more people traveling together ? Youthpass in 2nd class for travelers under 26 ? Discounted fare for children 4-11

Eurail France ? Germany Pass ? 4, 5, 6, 8, or 10 days rail travel in France and Germany

within a 2-month period ? Choice of 1st or 2nd class ? Saverpass for 2 or more people traveling together ? Youthpass in 2nd class for travelers under 26 ? Discounted fare for children 4-11

Eurail France ? Italy Pass ? 4-10 days rail travel in France and Italy within

a 2-month period ? Choice of 1st or 2nd class ? Saverpass for 2 or more people traveling together ? Youthpass in 2nd class for travelers under 26 ? Discounted fare for children 4-11

Eurail France ? Spain Pass ? 4-10 days rail travel in France and Spain within

a 2-month period ? Choice of 1st or 2nd class ? Saverpass for 2 or more people traveling together ? Youthpass in 2nd class for travelers under 26 ? Discounted fare for children 4-11

Eurail France ? Switzerland Pass ? 4-10 days rail travel in France and Switzerland within

a 2-month period ? Available in 1st class ? Saverpass for 2 or more people traveling together ? Youthpass in 2nd class for travelers under 26 ? Discounted fare for children 4-11

Train in France ? SNCF ? Mediatheque

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Day Trips from Paris

France Day Tripper The France Day Tripper lets you discover one of the hundreds of destinations within a few hours Paris.

? 1 day rail travel in France ? Choice of 1st or 2nd class

Suggested Itineraries

Here are some suggestions of places you can visit in a day using the France Day Tripper. Get a passholder fare and you can easily make a day trip from Paris to London on Eurostar, or to Brussels on Thalys.

Avignon Avignon, once residence of the Popes, is one of Europe's most beautiful cities of the middle-ages. The high speed TGV from Paris arrives at the Avignon TGV station, where you can take the shuttle to the city center.

Don't Miss: Le Palais des Papes, Le Mus?e du Petit Palais, St. Benezet Bridge

Journey Time: 2h 40m Departure Station: Paris Gare de Lyon - Arrival Station: Avignon TGV

Bordeaux Bordeaux is the wine epicenter of France. The history of wine production is an intrinsic part of Bordeaux's cultural life and identity, so spend the day immersed in the joie de vivre that is Bordeaux. Don't Miss: Mus?e des Chartrons (Mus?e des Vins de Bordeaux), Ecole du Vin de Bordeaux, Mus?e d'Art Contemporain Journey Time: 3h 20m Departure Station: Paris Montparnasse - Arrival Station: Bordeaux

Strasbourg

The blending of French and German cultural elements makes Strasbourg a unique destination for a day of sightseeing.

Don't Miss: Palais des Rohan, Mus?e d'Art Moderne et Contemporain, Notre-Dame Cathedral

Journey Time: 2h 20m Departure Station: Paris Est - Arrival Station: Strasbourg

Tours

Tours is centrally located in the culturally rich region of the Loire Valley. Prepare yourself for a day of fine art, history, architecture, and wine.

Don't Miss: Ch?teau Chenonceau, Ch?teau Amboise, Touraine Wine Museum

Journey Time: 1h 10m Departure Station: Paris Montparnasse - Arrival Station: Tours

Activities in France

Tastings for the wine enthusiasts, museums for the culturally minded, and a dinner cruise for the gourmet. We offer something for everyone.

Avignon Palais des Papes Spend the day exploring Avignon Palais des Papes (Popes' Palace) and Avignon Bridge.

Champagne Day Tours Departing from Reims, choose from two full-day tours including an escort guide, entrance fees to Champagne monuments and Champagne tasting lunch.

Guided Visit of the Louvre Museum Enjoy a guided visit to the Louvre Museum in Paris, the largest museum in the world.

Lille City Pass Valid on Lille's public transportation system and for entry into over 20 museums and monuments.

Loire Valley Tours Departing from Tours, choose from three exciting itineraries that feature wine tastings and visits to must-see Chateaux.

Lyon L'Open Tour Hop on and off the city sightseeing bus to explore the sights of Lyon.

Marseille City Pass Free public transportation on buses, trams and metro, plus free entry into 15 museums in Marseille.

Marseille L'Open Tour Hop on and off the city sightseeing bus to explore the sights of Marseille.

Nice L'Open Tour Hop on and off the city sightseeing bus to explore the sights of Nice.

Paris Cruise 'n Dine Unforgettable cruises on the Seine River in entirely glass-sided boats with Bateaux Parisiens. Three meal times offered: 12:45 lunch cruise, 6:30 dinner cruise and 8:30 dinner cruise.

Paris Historic Tour A unique 3h 45m motorcoach tour of Paris with emphasis on the history and art of this capital city.

Paris L'Open Tour Hop-On Hop-Off service on all Paris L'Open Tour routes. Enjoy over 50 stops at major attractions.

Paris Museum Pass From the Louvre to Versailles, this pass will give you priority access to over 60 museums, castles (ch?teaux), gardens, cathedrals & monuments in and around Paris.

Paris Pass A smart-chip card that gives you free reign on public transportation in central Paris and priority entry to major museums & monuments.

Paris Visite Travel on the RER and SNCF trains throughout Paris (zones 1-5) including Versailles, Disneyland Paris, Orly & Charles de Gaulle airports, or choose zones 1-3 for travel within central Paris only.

TGV train in France ? SNCF ? Mediatheque

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