Promoting high-quality, sustainable tourism, Italian Railways FS has launched tourist trains as an integral part of the holiday experience.
Newco FS Treni Turistici Italiani is part of the Italian railways group
“The creation of the newco FS Treni Turistici Italiani tourist trains highlights the role of the FS Group in tourism, which is one of the driving sectors for the country's economy,- said Luigi Ferraris CEO of Italian railways Ferrovie dello Stato group. - Our intention is to contribute to the growth of quality, sustainable, and conscious tourism that promotes our lesser-known destinations. We want to make the train journey an essential part of the holiday experience and foster synergies with other tourist activities like guided tours of historical-archaeological sites, trekking adventures, and food tastings.”
There will be Luxury, Express and Historical, and Omnibus-Regional trains
The tourist train services offered by the new company will be divided into three categories: Luxury, Express and Historical Trains, and Omnibus-Regional. The prestigious Luxury Trains, starting with the Orient Express - La Dolce Vita, will make their debut from 2024. The Express and Historical Trains will feature carriages from the 1980s and 1990s, modernized exclusively for tourist use. FS’s tourist trains will also use historic trains for tours that combine train journeys with guided tours, walking routes, and tastings.
Timetables tailored to create memorable experiences
The Omnibus-Regional tourist trains service will ensure the circulation of regional trains on weekends at favourable fares. These lines will cross territories rich in history, through villages and areas of scenic and natural interest, and with fascinating food and wine traditions. The trip planning, stops, and timetables of all the tourist trains will be meticulously tailored to create a memorable experience for travellers.
