Why Add Rail To Your European Trip
Rail is one of the most relaxing ways to move between European cities and wine regions. Instead of airports and security lines, you enjoy scenery, more flexible luggage, and city‑center to city‑center travel.
- Connect river cruises with pre‑ and post‑stays using comfortable trains.
- Enjoy views of rivers, vineyards, and villages along the way.
- Avoid tight flight connections and long airport transfers.
- Arrive in the heart of the city, often just a short taxi from your hotel or cruise pier.
How River And Vine Travel Plans Your Rail Journeys
Planning rail on your own can feel confusing—routes, classes, seat types, and reservations vary by country. River and Vine Travel helps you choose the right routes and tickets so your journey fits perfectly around your cruise or wine itinerary.
- Recommend routes and times that work with your embarkation and debarkation.
- Explain the difference between classes and seat types in plain language.
- Coordinate rail with hotels, transfers, and sightseeing days.
- Provide clear travel documents and timing suggestions so you feel confident.
Select Rail Companies
Amtrak
Brightline
Amtrak -- Ideal for U.S. travelers who want comfortable rail within the United States, including connections to major cities before or after international flights or cruises.
Rail and Vine Travel has personally experienced Amtrak services. We are happy to share our insights with you.
Brightline
Brightline
Brightline -- High‑speed, modern service in Florida that pairs beautifully with cruises, theme‑park stays, and pre‑ or post‑trip overnights in Miami, Orlando, and beyond.
- David from New York states the Brightline service was efficient and comfortable.
- Robert from Florida has taken Brightline on many occasions, and found the service to be comfortable and convenient.
- River and Vine Travel has plenty of experience with the Brightline trains, and can share their insights with you.
Canyon Spirit
Canyon Spirit -- Designed for travelers who want rail paired with spectacular canyon and desert scenery, often combined with national parks or Southwest itineraries.
Eurostar
Fast city‑center connections between major European hubs such as London, Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam, perfect for pre‑ and post‑river‑cruise travel. Wondering whether Eurostar fits your dates?
Rail Europe
Broad access to European trains and passes, making it easier to move between river ports, wine regions, and major cultural cities on one seamless ticketing platform.
- Robert from Florida has traveled on many European train lines, and likes the convenience of traveling from city center to city center.
- River and Vine Travel has utilized travel services provided by Rail Europe. We would be thrilled to share our insights with you.
Rocky Mountaineer
Scenic luxury rail through the Canadian Rockies and select U.S. routes, focusing on panoramic views, hosted service, and memorable overnight journeys.
VIA Rail
Canada’s national passenger rail service, offering point‑to‑point and long‑distance routes that pair well with city breaks and nature‑focused itineraries.
River and Vine Travel has traveled on Via Rail and found it reliable and very enjoyable.
Zelda from Florida states she was pleased with the VIA Rail services she took throughout Canada on a bucket list trip.
Railbookers
Tailored rail vacations that bundle tickets, hotels, and sightseeing, ideal when you want a complete rail‑focused itinerary that still fits around your cruises or wine travel.