Euroventure
Eastern Adventure: 3 Weeks
22 daysfrom $2,017
Euroventure · Self-guided rail tour
Eastern Adventure: 4 Weeks
Embark on an unforgettable, budget-friendly journey through Eastern Europe. Discover vibrant cities, rich history, and cultural treasures.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Berlin
Berlin (3 nights)
Bohemian Berlin, one of Europe's most historically rich cities, with incredible museums and a border once dividing East and West. Bar-hop and party at the city's many clubs. Highlights: explore a section of the historic Berlin Wall; ascend the dome of the Reichstag building; dive into the nightlife of Schoneberg and Kreuzberg. Trains to Krakow - 10 hours.
- Day 4railovernight: Krakow
Krakow (3 nights)
History comes alive amid Krakow's preserved Old Town and underground cellar bars. A day trip to the Auschwitz Concentration Camp is a poignant highlight. Highlights: wander Europe's largest medieval market square; capture Poland's best-preserved city through your lens; enjoy Gothic cellar bars. Night train to Prague - 9 hours.
- Day 7railovernight: Prague
Prague (2 nights)
Prague dazzles with architectural splendour and vibrant details around every corner, home to Czech Pilsner beer. Highlights: stroll across the Charles Bridge; ascend the Petrin Lookout Tower; savour Czech Pilsner beers in old town pubs. Train to Vienna - 4 hours.
- Day 9railovernight: Vienna
Vienna (2 nights)
Vienna exudes elegance and sophistication, with classical palaces and grand imperial structures. Highlights: savour Apple Strudel and Wiener Schnitzel; swim in the Kaiserwasser river; enjoy a classical music concert. Train to Bratislava - 1 hour.
- Day 11railovernight: Bratislava
Bratislava (2 nights)
Bratislava offers warm hospitality and affordability, undiscovered by mainstream tourism. Highlights: ascend to the 19th-century castle for a sunset; a night tour of Bratislava; explore folk art at Uluv. Train to Budapest - 3 hours.
- Day 13overnight: Budapest
Budapest (3 nights)
Budapest showcases architecture from Baroque to Art Nouveau along the Danube, with vintage trams and iconic thermal baths. Highlights: relax in 15th-century thermal spas; views from Buda Castle; Sziget rock and indie festival. Bus to Belgrade - 7 hours.
- Day 16overnight: Belgrade
Belgrade (3 nights)
The Serbian capital promises an all-night party scene and friendly atmosphere. Highlights: explore the 18th-century Belgrade Fortress; wander Skadarlija's cobbled streets; float on the Danube's splavovi party boats. Bus to Zagreb - 6 hours.
- Day 19overnight: Zagreb
Zagreb (2 nights)
Zagreb is adorned with flowers and fountains, with a Mediterranean ambiance and rich cultural scene. Highlights: 360-degree view from Lotrscak Tower; stroll Mirogoj Cemetery; coffee in Kino Europa. Bus to Split - 5 hours.
- Day 21overnight: Split
Split (3 nights)
Split sits between the Adriatic Sea and mountains, home to UNESCO World Heritage sites and a marble waterfront. Highlights: marvel at Diocletian's Palace; admire the cityscape approaching from the sea; stroll the waterfront. Bus to Dubrovnik - 5 hours.
- Day 24overnight: Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik (2 nights)
Dubrovnik enchants with marble streets and Baroque architecture along the Adriatic, the perfect place to watch a final sunset. Highlights: wander the walled Old Town; day trip to Mostar in Bosnia; cocktails at the Troubadour Jazz Cafe.
Included
- Transport tickets from the first to the last city on the route, as shown on the map
- Any Interrail or Eurail passes if required, based on the best value for you
- All possible seat reservations on high-speed rail, night trains or ferries
- Accommodation in top-rated, centrally located hostels or hotels - tested by us
- Walking or public transport directions between the stations and your booked accommodation
- Travel Disruption Protection - alternative travel included if there is a strike or similar disruption
- Access to our 24hr emergency phone number while you're away
- A personalised travel booklet with maps, language guides, top tips, and more
- Exclusive discounts on attractions across Europe
- 1GB of Free Data, with the option to add more anytime with eSIM
