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Grand European Rail Explorer

Grand European Rail Explorer, a rail journey with Marvellous Escapes

Discover the beauty of Austria and beyond on this 8-day rail holiday, visiting Munich, Salzburg, and Innsbruck, before continuing through stunning Alpine scenery to the vibrant city of Cologne.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Munich

    Munich

    Board the Eurostar from London to Brussels, transfer to a high-speed Deutsche Bahn ICE train to Cologne, then change trains for the final leg to Munich. Check in for a two-night stay.

  2. Day 2overnight: Munich

    Munich

    Following breakfast, explore Munich: Marienplatz, panoramic views from the Town Hall, the Deutsches Museum, and a traditional beer hall such as the Hofbräuhaus.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Salzburg

    Salzburg

    Morning in Munich before boarding your train to Salzburg. Check in for a two-night stay; explore the restaurants along Linzergasse or the Mullner Brewery.

  4. Day 4overnight: Salzburg

    Salzburg

    After breakfast, explore Salzburg's old town along the Salzach River, Mozart's birthplace museum, and the Festung Hohensalzburg, one of Europe's largest medieval castles.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Innsbruck

    Innsbruck

    Board a direct ÖBB RailJet train from Salzburg to Innsbruck, taking in views of the Austrian countryside. Check in for a two-night stay.

  6. Day 6overnight: Innsbruck

    Innsbruck

    After breakfast, explore Innsbruck's Old Town, the Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl) and the Hofburg Palace. The Innsbruck Card gives access to 20+ attractions, cable cars and the hop-on hop-off bus, with stops including the Alpenzoo and Ambras Castle.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Cologne

    Cologne

    After breakfast, board your train from Innsbruck to Cologne, with a change in Munich, passing the historic market town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Afternoon exploring Cologne: the Chocolate Museum, Kölsch beer, and the Dom Cathedral.

  8. Day 8rail

    Return home

    Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and spend the morning discovering more of Cologne. Later, board a train to Brussels and transfer to the Eurostar for your journey back to London.

Included

  • Two-night hotel accommodation in Munich with breakfast included
  • Two-night hotel accommodation in Salzburg with breakfast included
  • Two-night hotel accommodation in Innsbruck with breakfast included
  • Overnight hotel accommodation in Cologne with breakfast included
  • Secure reservations for the Eurostar & Deutsche Bahn trains
  • Rail throughout Austria
  • Innsbruck Card with free entry into 22 museums and attractions

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