Travelling by train is a brilliant way to explore Europe – the continent is blessed with an extensive and ever-expanding network of services, after all – and copping an Interrail (for European citizens) or Eurail (for non-European citizens) pass unlocks an unlimited number of train journeys for travellers, making it affordable to get around to.
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But, if you need a little extra incentive to cop your pass, or you’re debating whether or not to book a cheeky shoulder-season train itinerary around the continent, then we’ve got some exciting news.
Rail Europe, a global platform for European train booking – which has a catalogue of more than 200 different railway operators – has announced a huge sale on both Interrail and Eurail passes.
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That’s right – from today (September 4) until Tuesday (September 9), the website is offering a whopping 20 percent off passes in both first and second class.
It applies across every single travel category with no route restrictions, and they’ll be super flexible – no pressure to use one right away, as they can be activated in up to 11 months’ time (and are eligible for a refund within seven days). What more could you want?
You can find out more and book your passes at Rail Europe’s website.
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