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Enjoy one of our most immersive Eastern European rail trips from Amsterdam to Budapest! This tour of Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Vienna and Budapest by rail offers the perfect balance of guided touring, incredible scenery and free time to explore on your own. Learn about Berlin’s turbulent history and be amazed at the transformed city today. Wander through Prague’s rich collection of architecture and soak up the classical charm of Vienna. Continue the tour to Budapest and relax in thermal baths. Embark on this 11-day journey and discover what rail holidays are all about!
- Enjoy a three-night stay in Vienna
- Free days to experience Berlin, Prague and Budapest
- Walking tours of Berlin, Prague and Budapest with local guides
- Visit Dresden, one of Europe's greatest Baroque cities
Itineraries
Day 1
Start of tour in Amsterdam
Welcome to one of the world’s most vibrant cities. Amsterdam has so much to offer its visitors. From the picturesque canals and bridges to the rich culture, museums and nightlife, it is so easy to fall in love with this exciting city. Tonight’s welcome dinner will allow you to get acquainted with your fellow travellers in the lead-up to an epic rail tour adventure. After dinner, enjoy free time to explore Amsterdam and all it has to offer.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Amsterdam - Berlin
After breakfast, head to the largest railway station in Amsterdam to start the train journey to Germany. Sit back and soak up the scenery as the landscape transforms and the train moves into a new country. Upon arrival and after checking into the hotel in Berlin, venture out for a guided tour. With such a rich history there is so much to experience. See top sights including the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall and Checkpoint Charlie to name a few! Dinner tonight is at a traditional German beer hall. Prost!
Meals: BreakfastDinner
Day 3
Berlin : Free day
Berlin’s turbulent history has certainly shaped it into what it is today. This city has a fascinating history, a buzzing modern atmosphere and so much more to offer travellers! With a vibrant art scene and modern landmarks, you will be spoiled for choice with how to spend your free day. Why not join the Berlin+ optional excursion for a full day of exploration and a unique insight into Germany’s capital city? This tour includes visits to the East Side Gallery, the German Democratic Republic at the Museum in the Kulturbrauerei and the Hackescher Markt. End off the day with a trip to the top of the Berlin TV Tower for magnificent views of the city!
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4
Berlin - Dresden - Prague
It's time to rock the rails again as our European train journey continues. Today’s itinerary is jam-packed and kicks off with a morning visit to Dresden. Embark on an orientation tour of Dresden and see the Dresden Castle and the Frauenkirche with its grand dome before exploring the city on your own. Later, continue on to Prague, the Czech Republic’s beautiful capital city which is renowned the world over for its awe-inspiring Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Tonight, share a traditional Czech dinner with the group and look forward to tasting delicious and hearty local cuisine. Be sure to give that famous Czech beer a try!
Meals: BreakfastDinner
Day 5
Prague
The cobblestoned streets of Prague will be our playground today! Begin the day with a guided tour of the “City of a Hundred Spires”. See the well-preserved castles and cathedrals and fall in love with the dreamy bridges across the Vltava River. Your guide will explain more about the history of the city and showcase sights around the Old Town and Jewish Quarter. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore on your own or join the Prague + optional excursion! This exciting excursion includes a tour of Prague Castle District, a cruise on the Vltava River and more! Tonight, choose to enjoy some traditional Czech music and dancing along with a four-course dinner.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6
Prague - Vienna
The train journey continues onward to the capital of Austria today. Intellectuals and artists like Mozart, Beethoven and Freud helped shape the legacy of what is known as Europe’s cultural capital. Arrive and embark on a guided tour of Vienna which will showcase the beauty of this enchanting city. Be charmed by the beautiful architecture of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Vienna State Opera and much more. Tonight’s dinner setting is a triple-level wine cellar dating back to the Romanesque and Gothic periods!
Meals: BreakfastDinner
Day 7
Vienna: Free Day
Continue your exploration in Vienna as today is free to spend however you wish! Today’s highly recommended optional excursion is an in-depth visit to Schonbrunn Palace. The palace offers a look into the history, interests and taste of the Hapsburg rulers as this was their main summer residence. The extravagant interior of the palace is really something to behold, and the gardens are an enchanting continuation of the lavish palace. End off this excursion with coffee and cake at a stunning Viennese café! Tonight, why not soak up the musical culture that Vienna is known for with a classical music concert?
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8
Vienna: Free Day
By now you will have ticked off some of the major travel bucket-list items in Vienna. So, today it is time to do as the locals do! Grab a coffee and a slice of Sachertorte or apple strudel. Visit one of the main squares and immerse yourself in the local culture and music. For an extraordinary culinary experience, the Vienna Naschmarkt offers fruit, vegetables, delicacies and many restaurant options; this spot is very popular with locals. Alternatively, add another country to the list and join the day trip to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia! This charming capital is known as Vienna’s twin city and features incredible architecture.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9
Vienna - Budapest
Say Auf Wiedersehen to Vienna and hello to Hungary as the group boards the train to Budapest, Hungary’s enchanting capital city. Arrive and embark on a guided walking tour of Budapest’s Castle district. Learn more about how this city evolved on the banks of the Danube River. Afterwards, enjoy free time to experience the sights and sounds on your own. Tonight, get a taste of local Hungarian cuisine as the group will enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals: BreakfastDinner
Day 10
Budapest: Free Day
Budapest is said to be one of the most photogenic cities in Europe. Architectural wonders like the Parliament Building and a collection of stunning basilicas make for a very dramatic skyline that simply begs to be adored (and photographed of course!). Why not visit one of the city’s thermal baths on your free day? Budapest is known as the “City of Spas” as over 100 natural thermal springs bubble up beneath the city’s foundations. The Széchenyi Baths in City Park are perhaps the most well-known. Why not end the day with a memorable dinner cruise along the Danube river? The lights of Budapest by night are truly a sight to behold!
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11
End of tour in Budapest
LetsTravelEuro's train vacation packages showcase the best of Europe in an unforgettable way and this rail tour is no different! This morning, this 11-day European rail tour from Amsterdam to Budapest comes to an end. It is time to say goodbye to your fellow travellers and reminisce about your favourite memories. We hope you have enjoyed your adventure!
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation
- 10 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
Meals
- 10 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
Transport
- All rail travel throughout your tour with reserved seat selection
- Standard Class Rail
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
Tour Leader
- Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
- Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
- Visa to any Country (tourists must obtain before travelling to Europe), We will help with VISA Assistance only.
- International flights to and from Europe.
- Airport departure tax if required.
- Travel insurance (trip, medical and personal).
- Daily personal expenses.
- Early check-in or late check-out at hotels.
- Tip and gratuity for local tour guides and drivers.
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Uncover Berlin’s tremendous history, vibrant culture and fascinating hidden gems with this full day tour! Begin at the East Side Gallery, the largest remaining stretch of the Berlin Wall, before finding out what life was like in the German Democratic Republic at the Museum in the Kulturbrauerei. Next, see the hidden sights of the Hackescher Markt with a local guide
Discover the many fairytale sights within the magical city of Prague! Tour the impressive Prague Castle complex with a local guide and learn about its regal history before exploring the charming Mala Strana neighbourhood nestled at the foot of the castle. Then, take a cruise down the Vltava River and marvel at Prague’s enchanting buildings and bridges from the water
Discover Vienna’s imperial history during a visit to the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace! The UNESCO-listed, Baroque-style palace was the summer residence of the Habsburgs. Explore the opulent staterooms, view the beautiful gardens and learn about the Habsburg dynasty on a guided tour. Afterwards, travel back into the heart of the city and explore the hip and artsy districts of Mariahilf and Neubau on a walking tour, before visiting a historic café for coffee and cake! Vienna is famous for its coffee houses which offer grand furnishings and decadent confectionery.
Join your tour leader on a trip to a brand new country! Travel to Slovakia and visit Vienna’s twin city, Bratislava. The city’s contrasts are amazing! Admire the royal splendour of the Hapsburg Empire on one side of the Danube and the immense growth of Communist architecture on the other. Enjoy a walking tour of the main town with your tour leader and a visit to Bratislava Castle
Delight in panoramic nighttime views as you cruise along the Danube with a local guide! See the Hungarian Parliament Building, Buda Castle Hill, the Chain Bridge and many more of the city's splendid sights.
Please Note: Minimum numbers are required.
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