Marvellous Escapes · Tailor-made rail holiday

Central Europe to the Adriatic

Central Europe to the Adriatic, a rail journey with Marvellous Escapes

Travel from Vienna to the Adriatic by rail, visiting Ljubljana, Zagreb and Split with palace tours, scenic journeys and guided city experiences.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Fly from the UK to Vienna, on arrival enjoy a private transfer to your hotel before enjoying a restful stay in the Austrian capital.

  2. Day 2overnight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Experience the grandeur of Vienna with a visit to the magnificent Schonbrunn Palace, followed by a VIP classical concert with priority access, welcome drink, front-row seating and a glass of sparkling wine.

  3. Day 3overnight: 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.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Ljubljana

    Ljubljana

    Travel south by rail to Slovenia's charming capital, Ljubljana. Take a stroll along the Ljubljanica River, cross the iconic Triple Bridge, or admire views from Ljubljana Castle.

  5. Day 5overnight: Ljubljana

    Ljubljana

    Enjoy Ljubljana at your own pace: the cobbled Old Town, local boutiques and markets, or the funicular up to Ljubljana Castle, plus optional excursions to Lake Bled or Postojna Caves.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Zagreb

    Zagreb

    Continue your journey by rail from Ljubljana to Zagreb, crossing into Croatia. Explore the cobbled streets of the Upper Town, visit St. Mark's Church, or stroll through Ban Jelacic Square.

  7. Day 7overnight: Zagreb

    Zagreb

    A private guided walking tour of Zagreb, uncovering the atmospheric Upper Town (Gornji Grad), St. Mark's Church, the Lotrscak Tower and the historic Stone Gate, plus the elegant Lower Town.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Split

    Split

    Travel by rail from Zagreb to Split, heading south through Croatia's dramatic inland landscapes towards the sparkling Adriatic coast. Stroll the palm-lined Riva promenade or Diocletian's Palace.

  9. Day 9overnight: Split

    Split

    Discover Split and its surroundings with your 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass, from Diocletian's Palace to panoramic sea views from Marjan Hill.

  10. Day 10overnight: Split

    Split

    A further day in Split with the flexibility of your hop-on hop-off pass, revisiting Diocletian's Palace, nearby beaches, or the Dalmatian Riviera.

  11. Day 11

    Return home

    After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer from your hotel to Split Airport for your return flight to the UK.

Included

  • 3-nights hotel accommodation in Vienna and Split with breakfast included
  • 2-nights hotel accommodation in Ljubljana & Zagreb with breakfast included
  • Flights from London to Vienna and return from Split
  • Schonbrunn Palace Tour, Dinner & Concert
  • Private walking tour in Zagreb
  • Hop-on, Hop-off bus tour in Split

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