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15 Best Train Experiences In France

The ones worth booking.

The 15 most popular train experiences. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what it costs.

15 Best Train Experiences In France

From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train

From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train - Up to 3,842+ meters: the Aiguille du Midi cable car and the glass box

1.From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train

Most Popular★ 4.7

Geneva to Chamonix day trip with Aiguille du Midi cable car, Montenvers train to Mer de Glacé, and big Alpine views.

“From the moment we departed Geneva, we felt relaxed, comftable and had a good feeling. We arrived at Charmonix after a great journey and lots of information and places of interest along the way. When we arrived the cable car wasn't running due to high winds which is completely understandable, we then went to the…”

1,015 reviews10 hoursFrom $253by Swisstours Transport

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Skip-the-Line Versailles Palace Tour by Train from Paris

Skip-the-Line Versailles Palace Tour by Train from Paris - Getting to Versailles: train escort from central Paris

Nice: A gentle ride on a small electric train with panoramic views

Nice: A gentle ride on a small electric train with panoramic views - The 50-minute circuit: why the route feels efficient

Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris

Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris - Meeting at Place d’Armes and riding the RER the smart way

4.Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris

★ 4.5

Skip-the-line Versailles with an RER trip from Paris. Guided Palace, Hall of Mirrors, and timed gardens. Train fares included.

“Everything on our tour was perfect from start to finish. We arrived early, so we had croissants and coffee at the little cafe where we met up with our tour group. Our tour guide, Berrick, took us to Versailles via the train. He made sure to we knew how to get back to our stops…”

752 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $84.53by Memories France

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Train Exp. through the Alps (Royal Baroque Route from Nice)

Train Exp. through the Alps (Royal Baroque Route from Nice) - Meeting in Nice: getting on the train without stress

5.Train Exp. through the Alps (Royal Baroque Route from Nice)

★ 5.0

Train from Nice through the Alps on the Royal Baroque Route, stop in medieval villages like Saorge and Tende, with hiking and lunch included.

“This tour has all the things you could want! Beautiful nature views, lovely walking, delicious food and a wonderful guide who made the whole day informative, fun and really looked out for the group. Carmela was so kind and knowledgeable and also so patient and encouraging. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience she went…”

682 reviews10 to 12 hours (approx.)From $204.37by Nice Creative Tours

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Versailles Domain Bike Tour with Palace Entry by Train from Paris

Versailles Domain Bike Tour with Palace Entry by Train from Paris - Meeting at Le Peloton Café and getting set up fast

6.Versailles Domain Bike Tour with Palace Entry by Train from Paris

★ 5.0

A small-group day trip from Paris to Versailles by train and bike, with garden time, a picnic stop, and palace entry.

“Marley was a fantastic guide knowledgeable and do fun. Made history so interesting. She even made a celebration for my birthday. Could not have been a better day to turn 70.”

593 reviews8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $131.81by Bike About Tours

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From Nice: Historic Train Ride & Alps Villages

From Nice: Historic Train Ride & Alps Villages - The historic train ride: tunnels, viaducts, and big alpine river views

Paris: Montmartre Train Ride w/ Optional Seine River Cruise

Paris: Montmartre Train Ride w/ Optional Seine River Cruise - Where the ride starts: board the Montmartrain by Sacré-Cœur

9.Paris: Montmartre Train Ride w/ Optional Seine River Cruise

★ 4.2

Ride a vintage train through Montmartre for $15, then add a Seine River cruise with audio commentary and Eiffel Tower views.

“Pleasant journey around Montmarte which was a relief from trudging around in 30 degrees of heat ! We had amazing weather ! The only negative was the guide which was a recorded voice, in three different languages ,which we could barely hear .”

250 reviews1 dayFrom $15by Global Tours And Tickets

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Disneyland® Paris Tickets for Train and Parks

Disneyland® Paris Tickets for Train and Parks - Collecting your tickets near Madeleine and Concorde

The “Un Train d’Enfer” room

The “Un Train d’Enfer” room - A game that can suit first-timers and escape veterans

11.The “Un Train d’Enfer” room

★ 5.0

Solve a murder aboard Perpignan’s legendary express in a train-themed escape game with puzzles, secret passages, and alternate endings.

“Notre expérience a été parfaite, décors soignés explications limpide énigmes et intrigue bien pensés, pour toute tranche d âge, enfin un escape game qui ce termine quoi qui ce passe et avec une fin alternative”

181 reviewsFrom $45.35by Escapix - Escape Game

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Paris Private Arrival Transfer: Railway Station to Hotel

Paris Private Arrival Transfer: Railway Station to Hotel - Price and Value: What $48.27 Actually Buys You

12.Paris Private Arrival Transfer: Railway Station to Hotel

★ 4.5

Private transfer from Paris rail stations to your hotel with door-to-door pickup, nameplate meeting, bottled water, and taxes included.

“Driver was prompted and professional if you are traveling with a person in a wheelchair or is unable to walk long distances I do not recommend because the driver parked a distance away and my mom could not keep up”

170 reviews10 minutes (approx.)From $48.27by S.A.R.L. Comfort Cars

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Porticcio: Coastal Train Ticket with Audio Guide & Tastings

Porticcio: Coastal Train Ticket with Audio Guide & Tastings - What the route shows you south of Porticcio

13.Porticcio: Coastal Train Ticket with Audio Guide & Tastings

★ 3.6

Ride Corsica’s coast from Porticcio, stop at Coti-Chiavari, hear French commentary, and taste wine, saucisson, biscuits, and olives.

“Après un mauvais démarrage avec un trajet impossible à l'heure où nous avions pourtant réservé, suivis d'une météo capricieuse, l'expérience s'est tout de même révélée top ! Un chauffeur de trin fier de ses racines, avec beaucoup d'humour qui n'a pas peur d'utiliser la macagne sur les pinzutus que nous sommes ! Il nous a…”

159 reviewsFrom $22by Rive Sud transport

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Antibes: 2-Way Little Train of Antibes Tour to Juan-les-Pins

Antibes: 2-Way Little Train of Antibes Tour to Juan-les-Pins - Using hop on hop off like a pro (and avoiding frustration)

14.Antibes: 2-Way Little Train of Antibes Tour to Juan-les-Pins

★ 4.2

Hop on hop off via a two-way little train through Antibes and Juan-les-Pins, with English/French commentary and easy stop-and-stroll sightseeing.

“bande son pour la présentation. trop court pour le prix (moins chère en direct) acceuil moyen. sinon bonne première approche pour connaître un peu la ville”

140 reviews200 daysFrom $15by Open Antibes

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Welcome to Paris Day Trip from London via Train

Welcome to Paris Day Trip from London via Train - Meeting at St Pancras and riding Eurostar

15.Welcome to Paris Day Trip from London via Train

★ 4.5

Review of the $420 Paris day trip from London by Eurostar, with a guided city tour, Seine cruise, free time, and practical booking tips.

“Anna was a great tour guide and very personable. We greatly enjoyed the day. Got to see a lot of the key areas. Didn’t do the lunch at the Eiffel Tower as we wanted to experience more of Paris. River boat cruise was great. Would have been good to have a little more knowledge of…”

124 reviewsFrom $420by Premium Tours

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