In anticipation of the Olympic Games returning to its ancient roots in Athens next month, Railpass.com announced the availability of the Greece ‘N Italy Railpass. History and culture have always linked Greece and Italy—now this regional rail pass provides an inexpensive and flexible means for visitors seeking an adventurous odyssey by land and sea through both of these chic Mediterranean destinations.

Newton, MA (PRWEB) July 15, 2004 -- In anticipation of the Olympic Games returning to its ancient roots in Athens, Greece from August 13-29, Railpass.com announced the availability of the Greece ‘N Italy Railpass. History and culture have always linked Greece and Italy—now this regional rail pass, exclusively offered through Railpass.com, provides an inexpensive and flexible means for visitors seeking an adventurous odyssey by land and sea through both of these chic Mediterranean destinations.

The Greece ‘N Italy Railpass includes unlimited travel on the train network of Hellenic State railways and Trenitalia, plus a return crossing between Ancona/Bari and Igoumenitsa/Patras on board the Superfast Ferries ships, or between Brindisi and Igoumenitsa/Corfu/Patras on board the Hellenic Mediterranean Lines and Blue Star Ferries ships, for the period of validity of the pass. The passes are available for 4 to 10 days of unlimited first- or second-class travel in 2 months. Discounts fares are available for groups of two to five passengers traveling together, for youths under age 26 (second class only), and for children under 12 (children under 4 years are free when sharing seat or bed with paying customer). Fares start at $214 US.

According to Mike Fuller, CEO at Railpass.com, "Athens hotel bookings are lower than expected and there are still available tickets for many high-demand events at the Games. This is a rare opportunity that's not usually easy for last minute planners. The Greece ‘N Italy Railpass is a flexible, inexpensive, and enjoyable way to see more of this region once you arrive in either Greece or Italy."

Italy and Greece together might be this year's dream team for those traveling to the 2004 Olympics. When travelers are ready to escape the fanfare and bustle in Athens, they can set off for the serene vineyards of Tuscany.

Railpass.com (formerly Railpass Express) is the largest single rail pass outlet in the U.S. and over 100,000 rail travelers have purchased Rail product from Railpass.com. Publishers of the best-selling guidebooks, Europe by Eurail and Britain by Britrail, Railpass.com's experienced agents have been helping fellow travelers for over 20 years. The Railpass.com call center (1-877-RAILPASS) and exclusive online help tools cut through the confusion of over 5000 pass combinations and passes can be shipped out the same day. In addition to unmatched experience and service, Railpass.com offers the choice of free guide books, discount coupons, accommodations or shipping for all online orders over $200 US. Railpass.com is a division of Wandrian, Inc.

For more information or to book the Greece ‘N Italy Railpass, Eurail, Regional, and Country passes, visit www.railpass.com or contact one of our rail experts at 1-877-RAILPASS in the US. Tickets for the Olympics may be purchased at www.tickets.athens2004.com.