Vacations By Rail
Munich, Bavaria & the Classic Danube
11 daysfrom $2,995
Euroventure · Self-guided rail tour
Iron Curtain: 10 Days
Explore Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Bratislava & Budapest on the Iron Curtain tour. History, nightlife & culture across Central Europe.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Berlin
Berlin (2 nights)
Berlin blends history, culture and creativity, from the remnants of the Berlin Wall to the Reichstag Dome. Highlights: see a section of the old Berlin Wall; climb the dome of the renovated Reichstag; discover the nightlife of Schoneberg and Kreuzberg. Train to Prague - 5 hours.
- Day 3railovernight: Prague
Prague (2 nights)
Prague, 'The City of a Hundred Spires', has winding cobblestone streets and medieval architecture. Highlights: cross the Charles Bridge; climb the Petrin Lookout Tower; drink Czech Pilsner beers in old town pubs. Train to Vienna - 4 hours.
- Day 5railovernight: Vienna
Vienna (2 nights)
Vienna exudes timeless elegance and artistic brilliance. Highlights: visit the Spanish Riding School of Vienna; eat Apple Strudel and Wiener Schnitzel; relax and swim at Kaiserwasser. Train to Bratislava - 1 hour.
- Day 7railovernight: Bratislava
Bratislava (1 night)
Bratislava is compact and quirky, with a laid-back charm and vibrant student energy on the banks of the Danube. Highlights: Bratislava Castle for sweeping views; spot the city's quirky statues, like Cumil the Sewer Worker; try Slovak specialities like bryndzove halusky. Train to Budapest - 2.5 hours.
- Day 8overnight: Budapest
Budapest (2 nights)
Budapest's Buda and Pest converge along the Danube. Highlights: relax in 15th century thermal spas; panoramic photos from Buda Castle; Sziget rock and indie festival in August.
Included
- All overland transport tickets from the first to the last city, as shown on the map
- 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 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
