The Mediterranean is always a good idea, with its sunny weather, beautiful beaches, picturesque towns, and varied cultures and foods. Prepare for your future trip with this extensive itinerary or create your own – it will be a great time either way!
Going from the Mediterranean shores of Spain in Valencia, through France and Monaco, to the Mediterranean towns of Italy, this grand Eurail itinerary really shows off the cultures and flavors of the Mediterranean region.
Prepare for plenty of seaside activities, from sedate promenading to cycling through national parks and, of course, beaches to choose from at almost every stop. Spend some time enjoying the glamor of the “Riviera” coastline and get to know the locals at boutiques, restaurants and trattorias.
With a 10 days within 2-months pass you can visit the following places:
- Valencia, Spain 🇪🇸
- Girona, Spain 🇪🇸
- Montpellier, France 🇫🇷
- Marseille, France 🇫🇷
- Cannes, France 🇫🇷
- Nice, France 🇫🇷
- Monaco 🇲🇨
- Genoa, Italy 🇮🇹
- Pisa, Italy 🇮🇹
- Livorno, Italy 🇮🇹
- Rome, Italy 🇮🇹
Cities in your itinerary:
Valencia – Spain’s third-largest city is a great place to start your Mediterranean adventure. Get there easily from Madrid or Barcelona, then get acquainted with the Med by taking a walk along the city’s 2-mile-long beachfront promenade.
Girona – Sample a slice of Catalonia in Girona, one of its major historic centers. Lose yourself in the winding streets, museums and boutiques nestled within its Força Vella city walls. Then take a day trip down to the Costa Brava coastline or up to the Pyrenees mountains.
Montpelier – Pass by the Pyrenees mountains to reach Montpellier in southern France. Stroll along its grand streets, passing Haussmann-style buildings and even its own Arc de Triomphe. Montpellier is a bit like being in Paris, but with crowds swapped for sun.
Marseilles – With its busy Old Port, urban beaches and seafood cuisine, Marseille is an essential Mediterranean stop. It’s also a rail hub for the Provence region, with connections to Aix, Avignon and the Camargue natural park.
Cannes – Feel like a movie star in this glitzy French Riviera town known for its film festival, held every May. But Cannes’ appeal stretches far beyond the festival month, with beaches, promenades and historical districts to enjoy all year long.
Nice – You should be able to find a spot to enjoy the Mediterranean along Nice’s impressive 7 kilometers (4 miles) of pebble beach. If you somehow can’t (maybe in peak summer!), then come back later, after walking the Promenade des Anglais, exploring the old town or enjoying Nice’s nightlife.
Monaco – Monaco’s only train station may be (just) in France, excluding it from Eurail’s 33 countries, but walk 100 meters south and you’ll be in country 34. This small city-state is famed for its luxury casinos, hotels and superyachts, but there’s still a wealth of budget activities to enjoy.
Genoa – Experience the Italian Riviera in Genoa, a modern port city with one of the largest medieval city centers in the world. Its winding caruggi streets, filled with historical boutiques, confectioners and trattorias, beg to be explored.
Pisa – Pisa is much more than its Leaning Tower. Walk along the River Arno, visiting palazzos and museums, or enjoy a relaxed night out in the historic center. Got spare travel days? Use Pisa as a hub to explore Tuscany’s rolling hills and smaller cities, like Lucca and Viareggio, by rail.
Livorno – This port city on the Tuscan coast is known for its seafood and its old and new fortresses. Livorno’s waterside promenade also provides beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Rome – Italy’s capital is a great transport hub with which to start or end your Mediterranean rail trip. Its eternal appeal comes from the Roman and Renaissance landmarks at its heart, but its beating heart are the locals living across every district of this sprawling city.
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