Book your tickets by calling RailEurope at (888) 382-RAIL or by visiting their Web site (see Resources below).
Choose your class of service and decide whether you'd like sleeper cars or couchettes.
Select a train speed. High-speed trains are very efficient but cost more.
Select a route. The fastest route goes from Lisbon to Madrid, Madrid to Paris and Paris to Zurich.
Find out if anyone in your group is eligible for a discount. Senior citizens and youth get lower fares.
