France - Italy - Greece

Paris - Avignon - Nice - Milan - Venice - Rome - Athens

Paris

In the city, you can spend one day or two touring sites like the Eiffel Tower and the Notre Dame Cathedral. You can also spend time at the famous Moulin Rouge in Paris, where you can enjoy food and entertainment. A trip to the Seine River, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Louvre Museum. You will also have time for a bit of shopping in a city that sets the standard for fashion for much of the world.
If you have the time in addition to touring Paris, you can also take a 15 minute train trip to nearby Versailles for a tour of the palace. Disneyland Paris can also be a great activity for people looking to spend an afternoon at a theme park without have to travel too far.

Paris - Avignon

• Duration: 2hr 40mins
• Price: Tickets from $135pp 2nd class (includes Seat reservation) or Seat reservation only (if travelling on a Rail Pass) approx $19pp.
• Reservations are compulsory

This journey south will take just 2hrs 40mins on the TGV high speed train.

Avignon

An industrial city in south-eastern France, Avignon is one of the three major cities of Provence (along with Arles and Marseille). Set on the Rhone River, the city is known for its contributions to the arts and was selected "European City of Culture" in 2000

Avignon - Nice

• Duration: 3 1/2 hrs
• Price: Tickets from $61pp 2nd class (includes Seat reservation) or Seat reservation only (if travelling on a Rail Pass) approx $19pp
• Reservations are compulsory

Regional Train along the French Riviera. These trains do not take reservations. Just turn up at the station in time to board and find a seat wherever there is one available on board.

Nice

Nice, is the Riviera's largest city. Stroll through Vieille Ville, the Old Town beginning at the foot of "the Rock." Enjoy a snack of socca, a round crepe made with chick-pea flour that's sold steaming hot by the street vendors. Then head for the promenade des Anglais, the wide boulevard along the waterfront.

Nice- Milan

• Duration:
• Price: Tickets from $32pp 2nd class (includes Seat reservation) or Seat reservation only (if travelling on a Rail Pass) approx $19pp
• Reservations are compulsory

Take the Riviera Train from Nice to Milan; A beautiful journey hugging the coastline up to the Italian Border then heading inland to Milan, the fashion capital.

Milan

Milan, the fashion capital, here you can visit many of the world's most famous shops and designers. But if fashion isn't your thing don't despair because there are plenty of other things to see and do in this city. Visit all the major museums and monuments, including Duomo, Castello Sforzesco, Royal Palace and La Scala Theatre.

Milan- Venice

• Duration: 3-31/2 hrs
• Price: Tickets from $61pp 2nd class (includes Seat reservation) or if travelling on a Rail Pass seats can be purchased for $21pp.
• Reservations are only compulsory on the high speed Italian Eurostar and IC Plus trains

You can choose to take either an IC train, and IC Plus train or the High speed Italian Eurostar train to Venice Santa Lucia. A 3 -3 1/2 hour journey depending on the train you decide to take. The IC trains are comfortable but you may find much older and slower than the modern Italian Eurostar Train.

Venice

The Station is situated within an easy walking distance to the local canal boats or cross the bridge to the main tourist area of Venice. Stroll the small streets and alleyways admiring the cobblestone streets and gondoliers that sing as the row past you down the canals. See St Marks Basilica and the Doges Palace whilst wandering through the myriad of passageways winding around this unique city

Venice- Rome

• Duration: 5 hrs
• Price: Tickets from $135p 2nd class (includes Seat reservation) or Seat reservation only (if travelling on a Rail Pass) approx $21pp
• Reservations are compulsory

A 5 hour journey on the Italian Eurostar and you are in the capital of Italy.

Rome

Spend the day in the city seeing the sites Rome has to offer. Visit the Colosseum, ride the local buses and visit Vatican City, the Spanish Steps, St Peters Basilica, the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. But remember to line up early if you want to get into the Vatican otherwise you would be best to join a Tour Group so you can avoid the massive queues.

Rome - Athens

• Duration: 6hrs to Bari,
• Price: Tickets are $75pp (including seat reservations) from Rome to Bari or $19pp for a passholder. Ferry tickets must be booked/purchased locally. Train from Patras to Athens can only be booked in local currency upon arrival in Greece.
• Reservations are compulsory for all journeys.

A long journey but fully covered by your pass if you have both Greece and Italy included.
Take a high speed train to Bari (don't forget to reserve your seat at the station in advance)
Then transfer for the overnight Ferry crossing to Patras.
From Patras you can get on a local train to Athens. Check if reservations are required upon arrival in Greece as unfortunately these trains cannot be booked internationally. The entire journey is likely to take you between 24 and 36 hours, so be prepared!