About Your Trip
This 10-day tour is your definitive introduction to the medieval charm and cultural wealth of Central Europe. Starting off in the German capital, you’ll untangle the thrilling multicultural web that is Berlin, before moving on to Prague, perhaps Europe’s most picturesque city. Hot on its heels is Vienna, as elegant today as in the days of Mozart. We’ll escape the urban hustle for a day trip to the spectacularly scenic Wachau, where you can cycle and sip wine on the banks of the Danube. Then, a brief stay in Bratislava before reaching our final destination: Budapest. Where better to unwind and reflect than at the home of thermal baths and hipster ruin bars? All of those alluring dots on the map are joined by several train journeys that flow through some of Europe’s most eye-catching regions.
Trip Highlights
- 1Gaze at jaw-dropping vistas of verdant countryside and fairytale towns on train journeys across Europe
- 2Get the inside track on the rich complexity of Berlin with our Local Insider
- 3Sample some of the world’s best beer in a local brewery in Prague
- 4Tuck into a classic Austrian schnitzel dinner
- 5Cycle along the Danube via the rolling hills of Wachau Valley
- 6Discover the underrated medieval city of Bratislava
- 7Soak in thermal baths and let loose at a trendy ruin bar in Budapest
About Your Transport
What's Included
- Nine nights accommodation
- Nine breakfasts
- Two lunches
- Four dinners
- Welcome meeting
- Berlin guided walking tour with Local Insider
- Train from Berlin to Prague
- Prague city walk with Local Insider
- Beer tasting in a Prague brewery
- Prague Castle combined entry ticket
- Malá Strana walk, John Lennon Wall and Charles Bridge visit
- Train from Prague to Vienna
- Vienna city walk with Local Insider
- Return train from Vienna to Krems
- Wachau Valley guided bike tour
- Train from Vienna to Bratislava
- Bratislava city walk with Local Insider
- Train from Bratislava to Budapest
- Budapest city walk with Local Insider
- Visit to Gellert Thermal Baths
- Drinks in ruin bar
What's Not Included
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated in the Included Activities section above)
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Accommodation
This calm spot amid the storm of central Berlin is all about taking a breath after a long day exploring the city. There are only 46 rooms, so staff here are able to offer a real personal touch, helping you feel at home in any way they can. Our favourite perk at Calma Berlin Mitte is the free coffee (that’s right, free coffee) and tea from 12pm to 10pm.
This light and airy hotel in the vibrant Žižkov district is quaint enough for a relaxed night’s sleep but also well-connected to all of Prague’s major attractions. The charming garden terrace is ideal for some downtime at any time of day, whether that’s for unwinding alone or chatting with your fellow travellers.
Amid the historic streets of the Old Town, just a few minutes' walk from St Stephen's Cathedral and the State Opera, you’ll find this classic slice of Viennese hospitality. Its beating-heart location is most likely why the likes of Mozart, Nietzsche and Wagner have stayed here during its various hotel guises, but today we love it for its classic Austrian breakfast, with fresh bread, traditional Viennese pastries and Austrian cheese.
The timeless elegance of Hotel Devin has graced central Bratislava for over 60 years, welcoming famous statesmen, artists and entrepreneurs alongside curious travellers aplenty. To this day the Devin has retained its warm welcome, uplifting atmosphere and a genuine touch of class.
This slick modern hotel in the heart of Budapest is just minutes away from St Stephen's Basilica and the spectacular Hungarian Parliament Building. Rooms are tastefully contemporary, with exposed brick, polished wood surfaces and ultra-modern bathrooms, while the Sonderbar downstairs offers a relaxing ambience for a few fruity cocktails, draught beers or a coffee.