Ride the rails from west to east along the rails, taking in four historic European capitals in one vacation. Travel aboard comfortable, high speed trains as you take in the colorful history of Berlin, the spire-woven skyline of Prague, the grandiose musical heritage of Vienna and the tranquil thermal baths of Budapest.
Inclusions
- 8 night accommodation in 3-star hotels
- Breakfast daily
- All standard seat rail per the itinerary
- Discover Berlin Walking Tour
- Prague Hop-on, Hop-off tour
- Vienna Pass including hop-on, hop-off tour
- Danube River Cruise with drinks
Nov 1-23, 2024 | from $2679 |
Nov 24-Dec 24, 2024 | from $2929 |
Dec 25-30, 2024 | from $3579 |
Dec 31-Apr 8, 2025 | from $2879 |
Apr 9-May 6, 2025 | from $2929 |
Taxes & Fees included | |
Air to Berlin & return from Budapest additional but can be added |
Daily departures – Other dates are available.
Dates, price and promotion are subject to change without notice.
All tours are customizable and upgrades are available! Call us for more details!
- Explore four capital cities in one vacation
- Travel along the rails in style with high-speed journeys between cities
- Unearth historic landmarks and a buzzing ambience in Berlin
- Discover Prague’s medieval architecture and patchwork of cobbled streets
- Live the high life amidst opulent architecture in Vienna
- Soak in Budapest’s natural thermal baths
Day 1: Arrive in Berlin
Welcome to Berlin! The German capital is a treasure trove of wonders to explore, with a rich history and heritage that fascinates visitors. Check-in at your hotel for a two-night stay and set out to explore the city, perhaps starting off with a trip to the imposing TV Tower to see the city from above.
Overnight stay in Berlin.
Day 2: Berlin (B)
Explore Berlin at your own pace today, and be sure to visit the vibrant fragments of the Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery and the exquisite architecture of the Brandenburg Gate. Your included walking tour will prove to be the perfect introduction to the city as you discover landmarks and monuments with the commentary of an experienced guide
Overnight stay in Berlin.
Day 3: Berlin to Prague (B)
Check out of your hotel this morning and make your way to Berlin’s impressive Hauptbahnhof Station. Catch a direct train to Prague, where you’ll check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Prague is known as the ‘City of a Hundred Spires’ because of the steeple-flecked skyline that enchants visitors. Explore the top sights of the city, stopping in the Jewish Quarter and Prague Castle, among other gems. Or take a relaxing cruise down the Vltava River, the perfect way to see the city from a new vantage point
Overnight stay in Prague.
Day 4: Prague (B)
Continue to explore Prague today, using your hop-on, hop-off bus tour to escort you to the city’s sights. Your vacation also includes a trip to Prague Castle, with a skip-the-line entrance to avoid long queues. Discover the sights of the city further with your Prague Welcome Card, which will grant you access to the Astronomical Clock Tower, New Town Hall and Baroque Library and Mirror Chapel – the perfect way to get a true taste of the city’s past.
Overnight stay in Prague.
Day 5: Prague to Vienna (B)
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your hotel in Prague this morning before checking out and catching the train directly to Vienna. On arrival, make your way to your hotel and check-in for a two-night stay. Set out and explore the Austrian capital, famous for its opulent Opera House and grandiose architecture. Relax and indulge in the city’s famed café culture, or perhaps tuck into a slice of Sachertorte, the city’s famous chocolate cake.
Overnight stay in Vienna.
Day 6: Vienna (B)
Spend a full day at leisure in Vienna! Your hop-on hop-off bus tour tickets will help you put together a wonderful itinerary, completely tailored to you, and your Vienna Pass will give you access to over 60 attractions across the city – together they’re the perfect combination. Explore the Danube Tower, House of Music, Schönbrunn Palace and Schönbrunner Panorama Train, or visit the famous Tiergarten Schönbrunn (Vienna Zoo).
Overnight stay in Vienna.
Day 7: Vienna to Budapest (B)
Depart Vienna after breakfast this morning, catching a direct, high-speed train through to Budapest. On arrival in the Hungarian capital, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Budapest is growing in popularity, and strolling along the banks of the sparkling Danube past extravagant, historic architecture it isn’t hard to see why. Bisected by the Danube into Buda and Pest, be sure to cross the connecting 19th-century Chain Bridge in the evening to see both sides wonderfully illuminated at dusk.
Overnight stay in Budapest.
Day 8: Budapest (B)
Spend the whole day exploring everything that Budapest has to offer. The city enjoys a unique geography atop thermal hot springs, which has resulted in a rich selection of baths across the city. The largest, and perhaps grandest, of these are the sunny yellow Széchenyi Medicinal Baths, complete with both indoor and outdoor pools or tranquil water to relax in. Explore the huge Hungarian art collection in Buda Castle, or discover the famous Hungarian Parliament Building, the largest of its kind in the world. Come the evening, relax with a glass of fizz on your included dinner river cruise down the gleaming Danube – a true bucket list experience.
Overnight stay in Budapest.
Day 9: Your Journey Ends in Budapest (B)
Check out of your hotel today and continue with your journey. If you’d like to extend your vacation, just speak to one of our Rail Specialists about the endless exciting possibilities available to you along the tracks
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