PARIS From £199pp for 2 nights

A city for gastronomes, poets, romantics, philosophers or simply those who appreciate a city with more iconic landmarks than any other city in the world. Climb the Eiffel Tower taking in the wonderful panoramic views of the city, explore the treasures of the Louvre, discover the beauty of Notre Dame or just wander the Avenues feeling the wonderful joie de vivre of Paris. Packages include return standard class travel on the Eurostar from London to Paris and 2 nights central 3* hotel with breakfast sharing a twin/double room.

BRUSSELS From £189pp for 3 nights

Bustling, lively, cosmopolitan and bursting with energy, Brussels oozes an infectious enthusiasm for life that delights all who visit her wonderfully diverse city centre. If you are looking for somewhere fun with a fine choice of restaurants and bars that is just a stone's throw away, Brussels could be just the answer. Packages include return standard class travel on the Eurostar from London to Brussels and 2 nights central 3* hotel with breakfast sharing a twin/double room. Travel on selected dates and we will even throw in a third night for free!

BRUGES From £229pp for 3 nights

This wonderfully romantic, medieval city centre beckons with a promise of sparkling canals and cosy cobbled streets. Whether you decide to explore the many museums, churches and cultural attractions or just relax in the excellent cafés and restaurants you will leave Bruges longing to return. Packages include return standard class travel on the Eurostar from London to Brussels with onward connection to Bruges and 2 nights central 3* hotel with breakfast sharing a twin/double room. Travel on selected dates and we will even throw in a third night for free!

BRUGES & BRUSSELS From £399pp for 6 nights

From small and romantic Bruges to lively and cosmopolitan Brussels, our twin centre break to Bruges and Brussels is the perfect way to experience two very different Belgian cities both packed full of historical and cultural attractions. Packages include standard class travel on the Eurostar from London to Brussels with onward connection to Bruges, 6 nights central 3* hotels with breakfast sharing a twin/double room, (3 nights in each city), rail travel from Bruges to Brussels and Eurostar from Brussels back to London.

PRAGUE, BUDAPEST & VIENNA From £899pp for 11 nights

Explore the cultural treasures of Eastern Europe from bohemian Prague to beautiful Budapest and finally to Vienna with its grand imperial palaces. Packages include standard class travel on the Eurostar from London to Brussels with onward connection to Cologne. Overnight train from Cologne to Prague sharing a double sleeper, 9 nights central 3* hotels with breakfast sharing a twin/double room, (3 nights in each city), rail travel between Prague, Budapest & Vienna, overnight sleeper from Vienna to Cologne with onward connection to Brussels and Eurostar from Brussels back to London.

ROME, FLORENCE & VENICE From £949pp for 10 nights

What would Europe be without Italy? From Gondolas to Gladiators, Palaces to Piazzas and the Medici to Michelangelo, let Italy's most loved cities inspire you on this city break by rail. Packages include standard class travel on the Eurostar from London to Paris with onward connection to Rome via Turin, 9 nights central 3* hotels with breakfast sharing a twin/double room (3 nights in each city), rail travel between Rome, Florence & Venice, overnight train from Venice to Paris sharing a double sleeper and Eurostar from Paris back to London.

GENEVA, INTERLAKEN AND LUCERNE From £1099pp for 7 nights

From the beautiful shores of Lakes Geneva and Lucerne to the towering peaks of the Swiss Alps, let yourself become immersed in the immense natural beauty of Switzerland. Packages include standard class travel on the Eurostar to Paris with onward connection to Geneva, 7 nights central 3* hotels with breakfast sharing a twin/double room, (2 nights Geneva, 3 nights Interlaken, 2 nights Lucerne), day trip by rail to the Jungfraujoch from Interlaken, rail travel from Geneva to Interlaken and from Interlaken to Lucerne, rail travel from Lucerne back to Paris with onward connection by Eurostar to London.

PARIS & THE CÔTE D'AZUR From £599pp for 7 nights

Head off to the impossibly blue waters of the Côte d'Azur and the delightful town of Nice with its mix of classical and chic, before enjoying a stay in Paris undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in the world. Share chocolate crépes, stroll down leafy boulevards or just linger in one of the countless pavement cafés. Packages include standard class travel on the Eurostar from London to Paris with onward connection to Nice, 7 nights central 3* hotels with breakfast sharing a twin/double room (4 nights Nice, 3 nights Paris), rail travel from Nice to Paris and Eurostar from Paris back to London.

BORDEAUX, CARCASSONNE & PARIS From £699pp for 7 nights

A delightful mix of Bordeaux's fine wine, Carcassonne's ancient history and medieval ramparts and Paris' bustling street life and cosmopolitan cafés, all set against a tableau of romance and fabulously French joie de vivre. Packages include standard class travel on the Eurostar from London to Paris with onward connection to Bordeaux, 7 nights central 3* hotels with breakfast sharing a twin/double room (2 nights Bordeaux, 3 nights Carcassonne, 2 nights Paris), rail travel between Bordeaux, Carcassonne & Paris and Eurostar from Paris back to London.

TAILOR MADE

Take any of our suggested itineraries above and add extra nights, single rooms and/or hotel upgrades to suit personal requirements. If you can't find what you are looking for just let us know which cities you would like to visit and we will create a bespoke itinerary just for you. The possibilities are endless and with the Cities Direct team taking care of all the travel and hotel arrangements the hardest part will be deciding where to go.