Berlin to Budapest by Train

The one that travels between some of the coolest cities in Europe by train, from the buzz of Berlin to the beauty of Budapest

This trip makes tracks through Europe’s coolest cities, taking the train from Berlin to Budapest and stopping off at bohemian Prague and opulent Vienna along the way. Your days will be spent dining in a classic German beer house, walking on cobblestone streets, sampling strudel and schnapps in Vienna and cruising along the Danube on a dinner cruise. Your mode of transport is the most classic way to experience Europe, as you enjoy scenic train rides from destination to destination.

Included/Excluded

  • Historical Walking Tour
  • Feast on a traditional Czech dinner

Tour Plan

Day 1 Start Berlin

BerlinThe Berlin Wall in Berlin, Germany

Hallo Berlin! This eclectic, richly historical and culturally charming city will blow us away as soon as we arrive. We'll waste no time in checking out the cutting-edge culinary scene. Berlin is considered the vegan capital of Europe... and there is plenty for the carnivores too! Then the evening is yours to explore the city's world-famous nightlife. The buzzing scene here is a joyous tribute to German reunification, and since the fall of the Berlin Wall the city has staked its claim as the techno capital of the world.

Included Meals

  • Dinner
Day 2 Berlin

BerlinThe German Church in the Gendermanmarkt in Berlin, Germany

2 walking tours today. This morning, take a historical walking tour, including a visit to the site of Hitler's bunker. This evening, you’ll have the chance to explore Berlin's oh-so-historical (and oh-so-hipster) Kreuzberg district and finish off with dinner.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 3 Berlin to Prague

BerlinThe Berlin Wall in Berlin, Germany

Berlin you've been a blast, but we're making tracks for new adventures today, jumping on the train to Prague.

Prague

Arriving in Prague, we'll explore the cobblestones, cathedrals and castles, before refuelling with a traditional Czech dinner. Believe us when we say that the beer here is the best in Europe.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
Day 4 Prague

PragueThe Old Town Square in Prague, Czech Republic

Time to explore more of Prague - head out with your trip manager on a walking tour of the infamous castle districts and old town. Next up, catch the tram to one of Prague's outer neighbourhoods like hipster Vršovice, boasting art nouveau buildings, offbeat coffee haunts and streets lined with communal pianos. Prague is a paradise for beer lovers too, so don't forget to check out some of the city's coolest bars (of which there are many to choose from!). Or better yet, join a food tour where you'll be shown some of the very best spots to eat.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 5 Prague to Vienna

PragueLocal food of Vienna, Austria

Another day, another train. Today we are making our way to the home of classical music, Sachertorte and Opera houses.

Vienna

Ah Vienna! We'll kick things off in this grand capital with a walking tour and explore the opulent classical architecture and wide streets. Afternoons can be spent like a local, watching the sun set over the Donaukanal at a gorgeous beach bar or a classic Viennese coffee house. Tonight you have the chance to visit Habibi & Hawara for a wholesome Make Travel Matter® dinner.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 6 Vienna

ViennaThe Albertina Museum in Vienna, Austria

Waking up in the stunning capital of Vienna, a city known for its coffee culture and baroque architecture, we'll have plenty of adventures to pursue today before ending the day at a Mozart and Strauss concert in one of the city's palaces...yes, a palace (just the way they roll here in Vienna).

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 7 Vienna to Budapest

ViennaThe Hungarian Parliament Building in Budapest, Hungary

Today we're making our way to Hungary!

Budapest

Another scenic train ride will take us into the grandeur of Budapest. Tonight, something a bit different, as we have the option to escape the masses and cook dinner with the locals. This immersive, fully interactive experience will bring us closer than ever before to Hungary’s rich history and culinary culture.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 8 Budapest

BudapestThe Chain Bridge in Budapest, Hungary

This morning choose to learn about the past & present of Hungarian history and stop to try a traditional Hungarian specialty of Lángos for lunch. Tonight we'll enjoy the best way to experience the city's flamboyant architecture, as we take a dreamy night time cruise down the Danube, getting to see all of Budapest's historical buildings from the water as we enjoy a drink.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 9 End Budapest

BudapestTravellers at the train station in Budapest, Hungary

Today we say farewell to our Contiki family and our European adventure, but we'll stay in touch, and we'll no doubt be back soon enough.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast

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