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Top sleeper train vacations
Classic Scandinavia
Copenhagen, Oslo, Brussels, Hamburg, Malmö, Gothenburg, Cologne
Journey through Sweden, Denmark and Norway by ferry and train. You'll see why Scandinavia's cities rate so highly for happiness, from Malmö and its bucolic parks to Oslo's waterfront architecture.
Sleeper train to Sicily
Turin, Chambery, Rome, Milan, Syracuse, Naples, Catania, Paris
Ever seen a train board a boat? Under clear night skies, the Intercity Notte sleeper train glides across the Strait to Sicily so you can wake up to island life.
Amsterdam and Vienna by sleeper train
Würzburg, Amsterdam, Vienna
Two capitals, two nighttime journeys. The perfect twin-city break for culture vultures and coffee-shop hipsters.
The West Highland Line
Oban, Fort William, Glasgow
Experience wild landscapes as you skirt lochs, snake through glens and cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct on both branches of the famous West Highland Line.
Sleeper train to Lapland
Amsterdam, Osnabrück, Hamburg, Helsinki, Rovaniemi, Aachen, Stockholm
Discover Lapland’s other-worldly landscapes and preserved traditions of foraging and hunting, that’s earned its title as the culinary capital of the north.
Italian cities by sleeper train
Turin, Rome, Basel, Zürich, Naples
Wake up to Naples. This trip will see you stop off in Turin, with an overnight journey on the InterCityNotte sleeper train through Italy, before heading back home via Rome and Zürich.
Along the Atlantic
Bordeaux, Santander, San Sebastián
Watch the sun rise as you dock into Santander on Spain’s north coast after a serene overnight sailing from Portsmouth.
The Hogwarts route
Inverness, Fort William
Board the sleeper train to Scotland and take the famous journey across the Glenfinnan Viaduct. Explore stunning Highland scenery then take a boat along one of the many lochs nearby.
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Read moreFrequently asked questions
What’s included?
Our price includes all of your European vacation transport, accommodation and a personalised itinerary for your trip. You'll also have our travel experts on WhatsApp for disruption support and travel tips.
Are flights included?
We don’t include flights to Europe but do include all transport and accommodation when you get here. Short-haul flights are very carbon-intensive but thankfully traveling around Europe by train, ferry or bus is super easy and enjoyable.
Can I upgrade my hotel room?
You can choose different hotels on the trip page, and if you want to upgrade your room, there is a space in the booking form to let us know. Our team will then find upgrades and discuss these with you.
Do I have to start and finish in the same city?
Although we advocate for going flight free at every opportunity, we know that you might want to leave Europe from a different city. Our Concierge team can build you a custom one way trip.
Can I pay in US dollars?
Yes, you can! Whilst we show our prices in British pounds on the page, you can select US dollars on the checkout page, and the price on the payment page then will be shown in USD.
Baggage allowance?
There's no charge for baggage. If it can fit in the racks or overhead, you'll be able to take it with you as long as you can carry it. We can suggest bag storage or transfer options, and advise on over-sized items like surfboards or bicycles.
How do my tickets get delivered?
The vast majority of European train ticketing can be digital, but some (Spain, Portugal, and a handful of EuroCity trains) will need paper tickets which can be mailed to a hotel you’ll be staying at.
Is it a guided group trip?
These are self-guided tours, not part of a group. They include on-demand personalized support via WhatApp, text or phone. Think of it like DIY vacation, except all the planning and booking have been done for you, and you don’t need to worry about disruptions.