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Rail & Boat Combinations Worldwide — Our Top 15

47 rail days  ·  from $15 a seat

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 rail & boat combinations justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo - Starting at Tokyo Station and Heading Toward Fuji
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Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo

1.Mt Fuji & Hakone Cruise, Drum Show Bullet Train 1 Day from Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7,413 reviews · from $149Our pick

Travel from Tokyo to Mt Fuji’s 5th Station, Lake Ashi, and Mt Komagatake on a guided coach tour, then return by non-reserved Shinkansen. Expect a full, weather-sensitive day with a short cruise, ropeway ride, Japanese lunch option, and wadaiko drum performance.

“We had the bad luck to have our one tour day on our week to Tokyo be the one day that week with poor weather. It was drizzling a light mist in Shinjuku when we found the hotel to meet up (inside the hotel), and we had a nice bus ride through the countryside. It was great to see the forests so different from my home in California, and the villages with little farm plots in between the houses. We got up to the mountain, and it was actually a bit clear, the sun came out and we saw a bit of blue sky, but it was still too cloudy…”

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From Milan: Lake Como Cruise, St. Moritz & Bernina Red Train - Lake Como by private boat
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From Milan: Lake Como Cruise, St. Moritz & Bernina Red Train

2.Lake Como Cruise, St. Moritz & Bernina Red Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,648 reviews · 13 hours · from $159

Leave Milan by coach for a private Lake Como cruise, a scenic drive over the Maloja Pass, free time in St. Moritz, and a 2-hour Bernina Red Train ride. English and Spanish guides, including names such as Sabrina, Lina, and Simona, lead the day. Bring a passport, warm clothes, and snacks.

“The day was very well organised. Our guide Lina was amazing, she was very friendly, very knowledgeable and kept everyone to schedule. The day itself was brilliant from the boat trip around Lake Como, to time spent in St Moritz with the high light being the train ride through the alps on the bernina red train. The views were spectacular. it was worth every penny.”

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Tokyo Mt Fuji 5th St & Hakone Cruise Bus Tour w/Bullet Train - Reaching Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station at 2,000 meters
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Tokyo Mt Fuji 5th St & Hakone Cruise Bus Tour w/Bullet Train

3.Tokyo Mt Fuji 5th St & Hakone Cruise Bus Tour w/Bullet Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,024 reviews · 10 hours · from $154

Spend 10 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Lisa, Kazu, Yuta, or Aya, visiting Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station and Hakone’s ropeway and Lake Ashi. The coach includes Wi-Fi, lunch is available, and a Shinkansen ride returns you to Tokyo.

“hero and lionson (guide and driver) were awesome!!! great views great lunch! this was worth every penny”

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Porto: City Train Tour, River Cruise & Wine Cellar - Begin beside Porto Cathedral
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Porto: City Train Tour, River Cruise & Wine Cellar

4.City Train Tour, River Cruise & Wine Cellar

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 2,601 reviews · 3 hours · from $43

Start beside Porto Cathedral with the Magic Train, ride through the historic center to Real Companhia Velha, and taste two ports after a guided cellar visit. Continue by train, then take a one-hour Douro cruise from Ribeira. The train has multilingual audio, but the boat has no commentary.

“O atendimento, o passeio e a pontualidade foram os pontos altos da experiência. Tudo muito tranquilo e fácil de acompanhar”

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Lucerne: Mt. Pilatus Cable Car, Cogwheel Train & Lake Cruise - From Lucerne to Kriens by Coach
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Lucerne: Mt. Pilatus Cable Car, Cogwheel Train & Lake Cruise

5.Mt. Pilatus Cable Car, Cogwheel Train & Lake Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,338 reviews · 5.5 hours · from $212

From Lucerne, a guide such as Gaby, Judith, or Dominik leads you by bus, gondola, aerial cable car, cogwheel train, and boat to Mt. Pilatus. You get mountain views, free time for easy walks, and a summer cruise back to Lucerne.

“Great tour w/excellent company and guide. Wonderful way to experience Pilatus. Strongly recommend.”

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Swiss Travel Pass: Unlimited Travel on Train, Bus & Boat - Using Swiss trains without buying tickets each time
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Swiss Travel Pass: Unlimited Travel on Train, Bus & Boat

6.Swiss Travel Pass: Unlimited Travel on Train, Bus & Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,631 reviews · 3 - 15 days · from $327

Use the Swiss Travel Pass for 3, 4, 8, or 15 days of unlimited trains, buses, and boats across Switzerland. You also get free entry to 500-plus museums, free travel on selected mountain routes, and up to 50% off many cable cars. Choose continuous or Flexi travel.

“It was a great option for me and my family, the SBB app was great and it made a huge difference for our trip. Definitely worthy.”

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Plitvice Lakes: Guided Walking Tour with Train and Boat Ride - The lower lakes bring the first big views
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Plitvice Lakes: Guided Walking Tour with Train and Boat Ride

7.Plitvice Lakes: Guided Walking Tour with Train and Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,093 reviews · from $28

Explore Plitvice Lakes with an English-speaking guide such as Leopold, Leo, Nikola, or Dalibor. Choose a 3, 6, or 8-hour route through the lower lakes, upper lakes, or both, with an electric-boat ride and panoramic train return. Entrance tickets are booked separately.

“Our tour was better than expected with Mr. Dalibor as a guider. Very kind and communicative, answering all of our questions. Highly recommended to the biggest National Park in Europe”

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Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano by Swiss Train + Boat Cruise - Como begins with an easy orientation walk
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Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano by Swiss Train + Boat Cruise

8.Small-Group Lake Como & Lugano by Swiss Train + Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,084 reviews · 9 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $168Top rated

Travel from Milan to Como and Lugano with a group of no more than 12. You’ll cruise past famous villas, stroll Como and Torno, ride Swiss trains, and get free time in Lugano. Guides such as Oleg, Naji, Chiara, and Patrizia add local context and practical advice.

“Our tour guide Amato was amazing!!! Made the tour so smooth and interesting! Enjoyed every minute of it… Gave us enough information and time to enjoy the stops throughout the tour. We took the public transport with no hassle and fuss! Amato always look after us and makes sure we are all comfortable while enjoying the journey😊”

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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway - The coach ride from Bergen into the fjord region
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Bergen: Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

9.Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,047 reviews · 10h 30m · from $418

Travel from Bergen by bus, electric ferry, and train with a live English or Spanish guide. Visit Njardarheimr Viking village, cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, and ride the Flåm Railway. Guides such as Michael, Maria, Tracy, and Ivan add useful stories and help keep the long day on track.

“The trip was fabulous. Our driver Linda was excellent, friendly, and professional. Michael our guide was extremely knowledgeable, funny, and so informative (in English and Spanish). A great way to get a taste of the region around Bergen!”

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Plitvice Lakes Tour: Secured Tickets, Train & Boat Ride - Starting at Entrance 2 and finding your bearings
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Plitvice Lakes Tour: Secured Tickets, Train & Boat Ride

10.Plitvice Lakes Tour: Secured Tickets, Train & Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 802 reviews · 4 hours · from $41

Walk 4 to 5 kilometers through Plitvice Lakes with guides such as Samantha, Christian, Angelo, and Bethsy. Your route covers the upper and lower lakes, includes the park shuttle or train and a 15-minute boat ride, while entry fees are paid separately in cash.

“I visited the Plitvice Lakes and it was absolutely breathtaking. The waterfalls, turquoise lakes, and peaceful nature made the experience unforgettable. Our female guide was very kind and informative, always taking the time to answer individual questions. Truly a must-see place in Croatia!”

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Porto: Douro Valley Full-Day Boat, Train, and Lunch Tour - Pinhão and a slow cruise on the Douro
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Porto: Douro Valley Full-Day Boat, Train, and Lunch Tour

11.Douro Valley Full-Day Boat, Train, and Lunch Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 787 reviews · 7 hours · from $128

Travel from Porto to the Douro Valley with guides such as Manuel, Antonio, Carlos, or Rita. Cruise from Pinhão, eat a regional lunch, ride a scenic train, and taste Port at a Quinta winery. Weather can affect the train, but the day still offers fine views and plenty of local flavor.

“Our guide Miguel was superb, English was exceptional and lunch was wonderful. I highly recommend.”

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Mallorca: Island Trip by Train, Tramway, and Boat - The vintage train from Palma to Sóller
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Mallorca: Island Trip by Train, Tramway, and Boat

12.Island Trip by Train, Tramway, and Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 753 reviews · from $73

Travel independently from Palma or Son Sardina by 1912 wooden train, historic tram, and boat. See Sóller, Port de Sóller, Serra de Tramuntana, and Torrent de Pareis, with up to 3.5 hours at Sa Calobra. No guide is provided, so you manage the connections yourself.

“I had an excellent experience - truly a wonderful adventure! I highly recommend it to anyone looking for something memorable and exciting.”

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Paris by Rail with Sightseeing Bus and River Cruise - St. Pancras before sunrise
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Paris by Rail with Sightseeing Bus and River Cruise

13.Paris by Rail with Sightseeing Bus and River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 578 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $387

Travel from London to Paris by reserved-seat Eurostar, then see the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame, and Sacré-Cœur by sightseeing bus and Seine cruise. Choose standard or upgraded rail service. Some departures include a guide, while independent options let you set your own pace.

“This experience was exactly what I was hoping for! I booked the guided tour, as I was traveling alone and this was my first time to Paris. It’s a great way to manage how you will get from place to place, ensure you will see the top sights of Paris without wondering why they were created or how you will get to the next point of interest, and also ensure your safety by avoiding being a lone target for anyone who may wish you danger. My goal was to see the main sights of Paris, and we saw everything on my list and then some. Carol, our guide, was impressively…”

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Mallorca: Island Tour with Boat, Train, and Hotel Transfer - The vintage train from Palma to Sóller
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Mallorca: Island Tour with Boat, Train, and Hotel Transfer

14.Island Tour with Boat, Train, and Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 437 reviews · from $120

Spend about nine hours crossing Mallorca by air-conditioned bus, vintage train, wooden tram, and boat. Visit Sóller, Port de Sóller, La Calobra, and Torrent de Pareis with a multilingual guide. Ariane is one guide praised for clear explanations in several languages. Bring swimwear and a towel.

“A fantastic trip, we thoroughly enjoyed our day. Cannot fault. Thank you.”

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Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Tram Tour, River Cruise for 72/96Hour - The Belém route follows Lisbon’s riverfront story
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Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Tram Tour, River Cruise for 72/96Hour

15.Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Tram Tour, River Cruise for 72/96Hour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 426 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $56

See Lisbon from three angles with Yellow Bus: open-top routes to Belém and Parque das Nações, a vintage tram through the old hills, and a Tagus cruise past Belém Tower, the castle, and the April 25th Bridge. Choose 72 or 96 hours and explore at your own pace.

“Overall it was a good value for the money. We enjoyed the boat ride on a sunny afternoon in Lisbon and saw the beautiful monuments from the water. Then we took both bus routes- modern and Belém. Unfortunately in the Belém route the driver never stopped at stops 8 and 9. Then we had to get off at 10 ( the monastery) and backtrack in the rain with our granddaughter in her stroller. We asked the driver but he said he stopped but he did not. We pressed the button multiple times! It also would help if the commentary did give stop numbers too.”

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