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Castles & Culture of Central Europe
Explore the castles and culture of Central Europe on a 13-day rail holiday visiting Munich, Salzburg, Vienna and Budapest with iconic tours and stunning scenery.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Munich
Munich
Fly from the UK to Munich, the elegant capital of Bavaria. Depending on your flight time, perhaps enjoy a stroll through the historic Old Town, admire Marienplatz, or relax with dinner in a traditional beer hall.
- Day 2overnight: Munich
Munich
A day at your own pace to discover Munich's rich Bavarian culture: Marienplatz, the Residenz Palace, or the English Garden, one of Europe's largest urban parks.
- Day 3overnight: Munich
Munich
A full-day excursion to Bavaria's fairytale landscapes: the iconic Neuschwanstein Castle, set against dramatic alpine scenery, and the elegant Linderhof Palace, King Ludwig II's most intimate royal residence.
- Day 4railovernight: Salzburg
Salzburg
Continue your journey by rail from Munich to Salzburg, crossing from Germany into Austria against a backdrop of ever-rising Alpine scenery, arriving in Mozart's birthplace.
- Day 5overnight: Salzburg
Salzburg
The Original Sound of Music Tour, visiting famous filming locations, followed by a journey to the historic Salzburg Salt Mines, exploring tunnels carved into the rock with protective mining gear.
- Day 6overnight: Salzburg
Salzburg
Travel through the Salzkammergut region to the picture-perfect lakeside village of Hallstatt, with time to stroll the waterfront and quaint streets before returning to Salzburg.
- Day 7railovernight: Vienna
Vienna
Continue east by rail from Salzburg to Vienna, Austria's elegant imperial capital, with wide boulevards, ornate palaces and classical music heritage.
- Day 8overnight: Vienna
Vienna
Visit the magnificent Schonbrunn Palace, followed by a VIP classical concert with priority access, welcome drink, front-row seating and a glass of sparkling wine.
- Day 9overnight: Vienna
Vienna
A full day at leisure in Vienna to explore the city at your own pace, from world-class museums to elegant cafes and the Ringstrasse's grand architecture.
- Day 10railovernight: Budapest
Budapest
Travel southeast from Vienna to Budapest by high-speed rail, crossing into Hungary. Check in for a three-night stay and begin exploring the Szechenyi Chain Bridge and Parliament buildings.
- Day 11overnight: Budapest
Budapest
Discover Budapest at your own pace with your 48-hour hop-on hop-off pass, from Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion to the Central Market Hall and the city's famous thermal baths.
- Day 12overnight: Budapest
Budapest
Continue exploring Budapest with the second day of your hop-on hop-off pass: Castle Hill, the elegant avenues of Pest, a Danube River cruise, or the thermal baths.
- Day 13
Return home
After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer from your hotel to Budapest Airport for your return flight to the UK.
Included
- 3-nights hotel accommodation in Munich, Salzburg, Vienna and Budapest with breakfast included
- Flights from London to Munich and return from Budapest
- Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Tour
- Original Sound of Music and Salt Mines Day Trip
- Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg
- Schonbrunn Palace Tour, Dinner & Concert
