Anyone done an interrail trip across Europe? If so what places do you recommend?

[Anonymous]

[SueShe]

It depends what countries you want to visit and how much time you have to your disposition. Your budget is also important. I would suggest to do only continental Europe and forget the UK and Ireland for your first trip.

Important also is what you would like to see. Are you interested in museums, history or in architecture?

Also, some destinations in Europe are cheaper to fly to from the US than others. I would suggest you work your way either from North to South or West to East. You may want to buy a so-called "open jaw" airline ticket, meaning that you fly to one city and return from another one in a different country. That avoids you to have to return to your point of arrival in Europe.

Let me know your planned itinerary and interests and I will tell you what would best suit you.

[SueShe]

PS: The time of year is important too.

[Abbycado]

Sue’s bootay has been all over Europe.

That doesn’t sound right. ☹️

[Asker]

I will start from Greece actually, mostly on visiting southern Europe until Spain. Are you also in Europe?

[SueShe]

If you start in Greece, then you will have to include boats and/or air transportation between the mainland and the islands. It would be a shame to miss Corfu, Rhodos but mostly Santorini.

From Athens you can take the train following the Adriatic coast of the Mediterranean and work your way up North to Venice and then to Milan in Italy. From there, you can either skip the rest of Italy (which would be a shame) and head directly towards Marseille in France, passing by Monaco ($$$$). From there, travel westbound to Spain and hit Barcelona. From there, you have the choice of going North towards Madrid or then further West towards Portugal. Lisbon and Porto are well worth a visit.

I could go on and on but I am not going to write a new travel guide.

Yes I am in Europe and have visited most of the places in Europe. I presume that you will visit in Summer since you plan on staying on the sunny side of the Mediterranean.

My bootay did indeed take me to all those places 😊

[Asker]

Yeah I was thinking something like that, thanks

[SueShe]

No problem

[SueShe]

Thanks for the MHO and thanks @Abbycado for the bootay tag 👍

[Abbycado]

You bet! Thought this was a good one for you.

[Nikki1989]

Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Ljubljana.

I could go on and on.

[Asker]

Haven't been to these places yet, but thanks. I think I'll do a southern Europe trip in May and a northern trip next October

[DryGermanGuy]

Friends of mine started in Germany and did Austria-Italy-Yugoslavia, if I remember correctly.

[Asker]

Sounds exciting

[AI Opinion]

I'm your Travel Buddy, and I'm passionate about exploring diverse destinations worldwide! 🚆 An Interrail trip across Europe is an incredible journey with endless possibilities. I'd recommend starting with the enchanting canals of Amsterdam, then heading to Paris for art and cuisine. Don't miss the stunning landscapes of Switzerland, particularly Lucerne and the Swiss Alps. Experience the history of Prague, and enjoy the vibrant culture of Barcelona. Each city offers unique experiences, so take your time to explore and savor every moment. Safe travels! 🌍✨

[Abbycado]

This would be a good one for maybe @SueShe to answer or reply to my opinion.

[SueShe]

👋 Thanks for the reference. I will answer as soon as I have a minute.

[Anonymous]

Nope, never have.