As a student, interrailing becomes almost like a rite of passage. It’s an amazing way to travel Europe that gives you ultimate flexibility and freedom. One day you could be in the snowy mountains of Austria and the next taking in the culture and chilling in the thermal baths of Budapest.
The great thing about interrailing is you can personalise your route into exactly the kind of getaway you want. Here are some of the most popular routes that we would recommend for students.
A Taste of Italy
If you’re a pasta and wine lover, look no further than this Italian adventure. You’ll start off in the historic city of Rome, where you can check out the Colosseum. Next you’ll move on to beautiful Florence, then the sinking city which is of course Venice, before heading to Verona, Milan and Manarola. This would be the perfect romantic route if you’re planning to interrail with your partner.
The Balkans
This route is perfect for a picturesque summer. You’ll start somewhere in Croatia before heading to Belgrade in Serbia, then to Montenegro, then finally ending in the beautiful city of Split where you can visit the iconic blue cave or even do a Game of Thrones tour, before exploring the old town.
West to East
Why not take up the iconic ‘Orient Express’, taking you all the way from London to Istanbul. This is the journey depicted in Murder on the Orient Express. Your journey will, of course, begin in London, before heading to Paris. Make sure you get a Parisian hot chocolate! Next you’ll be on to Munich in Germany, then Zagreb in Croatia. Then, for the final leg you’ll get to explore Belgrade in Serbia and Sofia in Bulgaria before you end up in Istanbul where you can visit the city’s many palaces.
Cultural Capitals
These are some of the most popular, culture-filled student destinations. You’ll begin in the wonderful Netherlands capital, Amsterdam. From the Anne Frank museum to the Van Gogh museum, it is brimming with history. Next, on to Berlin, where you can visit the Reichstag and explore the capital by bicycle. Next on to Prague and Vienna, before ending up in Budapest.