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Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, and Vienna

Self-guided 8-day rail trip through Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, and Vienna

Illustration of Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, and Vienna

Railbookers operates this independent, self-guided rail vacation across four Central European cities over 8 days and 7 nights, starting in Berlin and ending in Vienna, with stops in Warsaw and Krakow. Direct trains cover each leg, so travelers move city to city without arranging their own connections. Berlin gets just one night, explored with a Berlin City Card that covers sights such as the Reichstag's dome and the Berlin Wall Memorial, before two nights each in Warsaw, Krakow, and Vienna. Warsaw's days are largely at your own pace, taking in the Warsaw Rising Museum and Royal Castle, while Krakow includes a guided tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau memorial site, visiting the remains of the former concentration camp. Vienna closes the trip with an included hop-on-hop-off sightseeing tour to St Stephen's Cathedral and Schonbrunn Palace. Hotel choices span several properties in each city, including InterContinental, Hilton, and Sofitel brands, with multiple options offered per stop. This trip suits travelers comfortable exploring independently between the two guided highlights of the Auschwitz-Birkenau tour and the Vienna sightseeing day.

What to know before you look closer

  • The included list states a half-day city sightseeing tour in Warsaw, but the day-by-day itinerary describes exploring Warsaw independently at your own pace; confirm with Railbookers whether a guided Warsaw tour is part of this package.
  • Hotel choices in Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, and Vienna are each presented as a list of options (for example Waldorf Astoria Berlin, Bristol a Luxury Collection Hotel Warsaw, DoubleTree by Hilton Krakow, and InterContinental Hotel Vienna among several others), so the exact hotel depends on which one you select.
  • The evidence for this trip does not list current departure dates; confirm availability with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Berlin

    Your Journey Begins in Berlin

    Use your Berlin City Card while exploring on your own. We recommend going museum-hopping, enjoying 360-degree views of Berlin from the Reichstag's dome, visiting the Berlin Wall Memorial, strolling through Tiergarten, and marveling at the architecture on Museum Island. (Overnight in Berlin)

  2. Day 2railovernight: Warsaw

    Berlin to Warsaw

    Take the train directly to Warsaw. Upon arrival, spend the day and evening getting to know the city at your leisure. Visit the Warsaw Rising Museum, Royal Castle, Old Town Square, and the fascinating collection of neighborhoods. (Overnight in Warsaw) B

  3. Day 3overnight: Warsaw

    Warsaw

    Continue exploring on your own today. Why not check out Lazienki Park, the Palace of Culture and Science, Wilanow Palace, and Saxon Garden? To experience the heart of the city, visit Market Square. (Overnight in Warsaw) B

  4. Day 4railovernight: Krakow

    Warsaw to Krakow

    Take the train directly to Krakow, a city that beautifully represents both past and present. Explore its soaring churches, impressive museums, and the sprawling Rynek Glowny. (Overnight in Krakow) B

  5. Day 5overnight: Krakow

    Krakow

    Today's professional guided tour of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Auschwitz-Birkenau and its poignant memorials will be a memorable and moving experience. Visit the remains of barracks, watch towers, gas chambers and fences at the concentration camp. You'll also hear narratives by former detainees and learn about Auschwitz's liberation in 1945. (Overnight in Krakow) B

  6. Day 6overnight: Vienna

    Krakow to Vienna

    Upon arrival in Vienna, begin exploring the city's Baroque streetscapes and interesting attractions. See the Hundertwasserhaus, the Karlskirche, Naschmarkt, and the Graben. (Overnight in Vienna) B

  7. Day 7overnight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Today's included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour will take you around to all the must-see landmarks and attractions, such as St Stephen's Cathedral, Schonbrunn Palace and the House of Music. (Overnight in Vienna) B

  8. Day 8

    Your Journey Ends in Vienna

    Check out of your hotel and continue with your onward travels. B

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Take in 360-degree views of Berlin from the Reichstag's dome using the included Berlin City Card.
  • Day 2After the direct train to Warsaw, visit the Warsaw Rising Museum and the Royal Castle.
  • Day 5A professional guided tour visits the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Auschwitz-Birkenau memorial, including the remains of barracks, watch towers, and gas chambers.
  • Day 6Arrive in Vienna and see the Hundertwasserhaus and the Karlskirche.
  • Day 7An included hop-on-hop-off sightseeing tour takes in St Stephen's Cathedral, Schonbrunn Palace, and the House of Music.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary 1 night accommodation with breakfast in Berlin 2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Warsaw 2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Krakow 2 nights accommodation with breakfast in Vienna Berlin City Card Half day City sightseeing tour in Warsaw Guided Auschwitz-Birkenau museum and memorial tour Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour in Vienna

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Direct trains connect Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, and Vienna.
Is this trip guided or independent?
It is mostly independent and self-guided, though it includes a guided half-day Auschwitz-Birkenau tour from Krakow and a hop-on-hop-off sightseeing tour in Vienna.
What else is included?
Breakfast throughout, a Berlin City Card, a half-day Warsaw city sightseeing tour per the included list, the guided Auschwitz-Birkenau tour, and Vienna's hop-on-hop-off sightseeing tour.
How many nights are spent in each city?
One night in Berlin, then two nights each in Warsaw, Krakow, and Vienna.
What is the starting price?
From $1,419 per person, in USD, with Railbookers.

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