Picture this: a glamorous ride along the Mediterranean, a glass of wine in hand, as the world glows outside your window. This isn’t just a dream, it’s the Espresso Riviera, a sophisticated rail odyssey that’s making its debut this summer.
All Aboard for a Golden-Age Escape
If you missed its stylish launch last year on the Nice–Milan route, fret not. The Espresso Riviera is back, this time extending its reach from the Eternal City to the glamorous shores of Monaco and Marseille. From July 4 to August 30, 2025, this weekend service promises a glamorous blend of vintage allure and modern relaxation.
The train glides out of Rome each Friday evening, reaches the Principality’s glamorous Monte Carlo by Saturday, then traces its path westward toward Marseille. Your Saturday has been a charming blend of Monegasque and French culture and Mediterranean magic. If you wish you can make the same relaxing and beautiful trip back toward Rome on Sunday morning.
A Journey Designed for All Senses
The ride itself is a rich, atmospheric experience. The first leg, from Rome to Genoa, unfurls under a starry sky, with accommodations ranging from intimate sleeping cars for two to companionable couchette compartments for groups of friends or families.
At dawn, the world slowly awakes outside your window. The train converts into a stylish day configuration, perfect for soaking up views of the French and Italian Rivieras, while you enjoy your seat in a private salottino, first class, or standard class.
From Portofino to Monaco, Nice, and Marseille, All by Rail
This glamorous route traces the Mediterranean’s most iconic shores, making several charming stops along the way. From Savona, Alassio, Sanremo, and Ventimiglia in Italy, it crosses into France and Monaco with calls at Menton, Monte Carlo, Nice, and Cannes, then Saint-Raphaël-Valescure and Toulon, before gliding into its final destination in Marseille.
Instead of battling highway congestion or boarding a busy flight, you can watch the world slowly unveil its finest coastal views from your seat, a wonderful blend of relaxation, romance, and pure style.
All the Pleasures of the Golden Age and More
Onboard, the dining car offers a rich gastronomic experience with food and drinks reflecting the finest regional traditions, from strong morning espresso to sophisticated evening digestifs. The team of attentive stewards guarantees your safety and discretion, adding to the feeling of a glamorous escape from ordinary routines.
Accessible Luxury: Reserve Your Compartment Now
Tickets start at €48 for a daytime seat in Second Class. Nighttime accommodations range from €100 for a couchette to €150–€200 for a sleeping car, which includes dining. The service operates Fridays through Sundays, starting from July 4, 2025.
Reservations have been available to be made starting May 24, 2025, directly through FS Treni Turistici Italiani’s website, by email (info@fstrenituristici.it), or by phone (+39 337 1481776). Available spaces are expected to fill up quickly, a testament to the growing allure of slow, stylish travel.
All aboard for a glamorous ride back in time, where the view from your window is a rich Mediterranean dream.
