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10-Day Central Europe Prague, Berlin Coach & Rail Tour (10RC01)

Frankfurt to Berlin: 10-day coach and rail tour through Czech Republic and Germany

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Travel to Europe operates a 10-day independent coach and rail package that starts in Frankfurt and ends in Berlin, routing through Nuremberg, the small medieval town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and Prague. The itinerary balances rail and coach travel: second-class trains carry you from Frankfurt to Nuremberg, Prague to Berlin, and Berlin back to Frankfurt on a high-speed ICE service, while a coach leg covers the 3 hour 40 minute journey from Nuremberg to Prague. Hotels are centrally located near train stations in each city, allowing self-guided exploration supported by detailed information sheets. An English-speaking escorted walking tour in Rothenburg and optional free guided tours in Prague and Berlin are included. Daily buffet breakfast, a Frankfurt Card for public transport and sightseeing discounts, and a 48-hour Berlin Welcome Card are part of the package. This trip suits independent travellers who want structured transport and accommodation without a full-time guide, couples seeking multiple nights in key cities, and budget-conscious explorers who appreciate included transport and breakfast. The longest stays are in Prague (3 nights) and Berlin (2 nights), giving time to walk historical districts and museums at your own pace.

What to know before you look closer

  • Hotel names are listed as 'or similar,' meaning your final accommodation in each city may differ from the named property
  • The from-price (USD 1,339 per person double) includes the package but not airfare to/from Frankfurt International Airport or meals other than breakfast
  • Single-room pricing is significantly higher (USD 2,269), more than double the double-occupancy rate

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Frankfurt

    Frankfurt

    Train from Frankfurt International Airport to Frankfurt Central Station (about 11 minutes), covered by the Frankfurt Card. Sightsee the Romerberg and Frankfurt Museum Riverbank.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Nuremberg

    Nuremberg

    Express Bus/Rail from Frankfurt to Nuremberg. Visit the Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle, admission not included) and the Handwerkerhof craft center.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Nuremberg

    Day trip to Rothenburg ob der Tauber

    Rail day trip (about 1:20 hrs one way) to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, with an included English-speaking escorted walking tour at 2pm. Return to Nuremberg by train.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Prague

    Prague

    Express Bus/Coach from Nuremberg to Prague (about 3:40 hrs). Afternoon and evening free to explore the Old Town Square.

  5. Day 5overnight: Prague

    Prague

    Optional free English-speaking 3-hour walking tour of the 'Golden City'; free afternoon to explore.

  6. Day 6overnight: Prague

    Prague

    Third day in Prague for further sightseeing, including a return visit to Charles Bridge and Prague Castle.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Berlin

    Berlin

    Rail or coach from Prague to Berlin. Includes the 48-hour Berlin Welcome Card and Berlin walking-tour suggestions.

  8. Day 8overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    Berlin Welcome Card still valid; self-guided walking tour past the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie and Museum Island.

  9. Day 9railovernight: Frankfurt

    Frankfurt

    Direct high-speed rail from Berlin to Frankfurt (just over 4 hours), with flexible ticket timing.

  10. Day 10rail

    Frankfurt Int. Airport

    Short train ride from Frankfurt Central Station into the terminal of Frankfurt International Airport (about 11 minutes), where the tour ends.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Arrive at Frankfurt International Airport and take the 11-minute train to Frankfurt Central Station, covered by the Frankfurt Card, then explore the Romerberg and Frankfurt Museum Riverbank
  • Day 3Day trip by train to Rothenburg ob der Tauber (about 1 hour 20 minutes each way) with an included English-speaking escorted walking tour at 2pm
  • Day 4Coach journey from Nuremberg to Prague (about 3 hours 40 minutes); afternoon and evening free to explore the Old Town Square
  • Day 7Rail or coach from Prague to Berlin; Berlin Welcome Card included for 48 hours of free public transport and 200-plus sightseeing discounts
  • Day 9High-speed ICE train from Berlin to Frankfurt (just over 4 hours), with flexible ticket timing

Included

  • Coach and 2nd-class rail tickets for all listed journeys
  • Hotels as listed (or similar), centrally located near each train station
  • Buffet breakfast daily
  • Frankfurt Card (public transport + discounts)
  • English-speaking escorted walking tour of Rothenburg ob der Tauber
  • 48-hour Berlin Welcome Card
  • 20-35 page tour information sheets with day-by-day itinerary

Not included

  • Airfare from/to your origin to/from Frankfurt International Airport
  • All meals other than breakfast
  • Gratuities (tips)

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. The package includes second-class rail tickets for Frankfurt to Nuremberg (or coach alternative), Prague to Berlin (or coach alternative), and Berlin back to Frankfurt on the high-speed ICE. A short train ride from Frankfurt International Airport to the city centre is also covered by the Frankfurt Card.
Is this tour escorted or self-guided?
This is a self-guided independent tour. Travel to Europe provides accommodation, transport, and a 20- to 35-page information sheet with walking-tour suggestions. An English-speaking escorted walking tour is included in Rothenburg ob der Tauber; optional free guided walks are available in Prague and Berlin.
What hotels are included?
Hotels are centrally located near train stations in each city: Frankfurt (2 nights), Nuremberg (2 nights), Prague (3 nights), and Berlin (2 nights). Specific properties are listed as 'or similar' and may vary. All include daily buffet breakfast.
When does the tour run, and how long is it?
The tour is 10 days and 9 nights. The evidence pack does not specify regular departure dates; contact Travel to Europe directly to confirm availability.
How much walking should I expect?
Self-guided city exploration in Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Prague, and Berlin, plus an English-speaking escorted walking tour in Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The optional Prague and Berlin walking tours are each 3 hours. This is moderate urban walking, not hiking.
What is not included?
Airfare to/from Frankfurt International Airport, all meals other than daily breakfast, and gratuities are not included. Museum and castle admissions (such as the Kaiserburg in Nuremberg) are also not covered.

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