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10-Day Bavaria, Austria & Prague Rail & Coach Tour (10RC03)

Munich to Prague by rail and coach through Bavaria, Austria, and Czech Republic

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Travel to Europe's 10-day Bavaria, Austria, and Prague tour is a self-guided independent package designed for travelers flying in and out of Munich. The itinerary covers 10 days and 9 nights across three countries: Germany, Austria, and Czech Republic. Day 1 begins with commuter rail from the airport to Munich, where you stay three nights with included admissions to the Residence Museum and Nymphenburg Palace. Day 2 features an all-day escorted coach tour to Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castles via the village of Oberammergau. From Day 3 onward, you travel independently by Rail Jet and regional trains, with escorted highlights including a 4-hour Sound of Music tour in Salzburg and the included 48-hour Vienna Card for transport and museum access in Vienna. Days in Prague and Nuremberg allow self-guided exploration, though English-speaking walking tours are optional. The package suits first-time rail travelers seeking a blend of escorted comfort and independent discovery, as well as couples and history enthusiasts interested in royal castles, palaces, and European capitals.

What to know before you look closer

  • Single room supplement is USD 1,240 per person; double occupancy is significantly cheaper at USD 2,259 per person.
  • All hotels marked 'or similar'; final accommodation in each city depends on availability and the tier you select.
  • Rail fare is included in the package price, but 1st-class upgrade requires an additional USD 219 per person.
  • Meals other than daily breakfast are not included; lunch and dinner must be arranged independently.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Munich

    Munich

    Direct commuter rail from Munich International Airport to Munich Central Station. Munich admission package included, plus self-guided walking-tour suggestions.

  2. Day 2overnight: Munich

    Escorted Coach Tour to Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace

    All-day escorted coach tour via Oberammergau to Linderhof Palace and Neuschwanstein Castle; admissions included.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Salzburg

    Salzburg

    High-speed Rail Jet from Munich to Salzburg (about 1:50 hrs). Includes the 4-hour English-speaking Sound of Music tour.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Vienna

    Vienna

    High-speed Rail Jet from Salzburg to Vienna (about 2:40 hrs). Includes the 48-hour Vienna Card.

  5. Day 5overnight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Full day of sightseeing with the Vienna Card, including the Ringstrasse and Schonbrunn Palace and Garden.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Prague

    Prague

    RailJet or EuroCity train from Vienna directly to Prague (about 4 hours). Afternoon and evening free to explore the Old Town.

  7. Day 7overnight: Prague

    Prague

    Optional free English-speaking 3-hour walking tour of the Old Town; free afternoon to explore Prague Castle and the Lesser Quarter.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Nuremberg

    Nuremberg

    Speed-Rail and Regional Rail from Prague to Nuremberg. Admission to the Imperial Castle (Kaiserburg), Deep Well and Sinwell Tower included.

  9. Day 9overnight: Munich

    Munich

    Second day in Munich; admission ticket for Day 1 sights still valid. Optional Dachau Memorial Site day trip on request (admission free).

  10. Day 10rail

    Munich / Munich Int. Airport

    Tour ends; unrestricted rail ticket from Munich Central Station to Munich International Airport valid on any frequent commuter train.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2All-day escorted coach tour to Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace via Oberammergau, with admissions included.
  • Day 3High-speed Rail Jet from Munich to Salzburg, followed by a 4-hour English-speaking Sound of Music tour.
  • Day 4Rail Jet train from Salzburg to Vienna, a 2 hour 40 minute journey; 48-hour Vienna Card included for transport and museum access.
  • Day 6RailJet or EuroCity train from Vienna to Prague, approximately 4 hours, with afternoon free to explore the Old Town.
  • Day 8Arrival in Nuremberg by Speed-Rail and Regional Rail from Prague; admission to the Imperial Castle, Deep Well, and Sinwell Tower included.

Included

  • Rail tickets for all listed journeys (2nd class, upgradeable)
  • Hotels as listed (or similar), centrally located near each train station
  • Buffet breakfast daily
  • Munich admissions: Residence Museum, Treasury, Cuvilliés-Theatre, Hall of Fame, Nymphenburg Palace and Park, Marstallmuseum, Museum of Nymphenburg Porcelain
  • All-day escorted coach tour to Oberammergau, Linderhof Palace and Neuschwanstein Castle
  • 4-hour Sound of Music tour in Salzburg
  • 48-hour Vienna Card
  • Admission to the Imperial Castle, Deep Well and Sinwell Tower in Nuremberg
  • Day-by-day itinerary, tickets, vouchers and city information

Not included

  • Airfare from/to your origin from/to Munich Int. Airport
  • All meals other than breakfast
  • Gratuities (tips)

Questions travellers ask

Is all train travel included in the price?
Yes. Rail tickets for Munich to Salzburg, Salzburg to Vienna, Vienna to Prague, and Prague to Nuremberg are included in 2nd class. First-class upgrades are available for an additional USD 219 per person and include seat reservations.
Is this tour escorted or self-guided?
It is a self-guided independent tour with walking-tour suggestions in Munich and Prague. However, two segments are escorted: the all-day coach tour to Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castles (Day 2) and the 4-hour Sound of Music tour in Salzburg (Day 3).
What is included in the price?
Rail tickets, centrally located hotels with daily breakfast, admissions to Munich's Residence Museum and Palace of Nymphenburg, the escorted castle and Sound of Music tours, the 48-hour Vienna Card, and admission to Nuremberg's Imperial Castle.
What is not included?
Airfare to Munich, all meals other than breakfast, gratuities, and any activities beyond those listed (such as the optional Dachau Memorial Site day trip).
When does this tour run?
The operator publishes no departure dates in the available materials. Confirm available dates directly with Travel to Europe before booking.
How much walking is involved?
The tour includes walking-tour suggestions in Munich and Prague, a 4-hour walking tour of Prague's Old Town (optional), and city exploration on free afternoons. Most long-distance travel is by train or escorted coach.

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