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Kraków, Prague & Vienna by Rail

Ten-day Central Europe rail tour through Krakow, Prague, and Vienna

Illustration of Kraków, Prague & Vienna by Rail

Marvellous Escapes' ten-day tailor-made holiday links three of Central Europe's great capitals: Krakow, Prague, and Vienna. The journey opens in Krakow with two days of guided experiences: a descent into the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage site where chapels and altars have been carved from salt, and a guided visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau, one of Europe's most significant historical sites. You then travel by rail to Prague, where three days with a hop-on hop-off sightseeing pass let you explore at your own pace, wandering cobbled streets, crossing Charles Bridge, and visiting Prague Castle and the Old Town Square. The tour concludes in Vienna with a visit to Schönbrunn Palace, the former imperial summer residence, and an evening of classical music and dinner featuring the works of Mozart and Strauss. Throughout, you stay in three-star hotels with breakfast included. Flights from the UK anchor both ends of the trip.

What to know before you look closer

  • The package price begins at GBP 2,299; availability and pricing depend on your chosen travel dates and hotel tier.
  • While described as a rail holiday, only two days involve train travel (Days 4 and 7). The bulk of the itinerary centres on guided visits and independent city exploration.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Krakow

    Krakow

    Your journey begins as you fly from London to Krakow. After checking into your hotel, the rest of the day is free to explore.

  2. Day 2overnight: Krakow

    Krakow

    Today, enjoy a guided visit to the remarkable Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, marvelling at its underground chapels including the spectacular St. Kinga’s Chapel.

  3. Day 3overnight: Krakow

    Krakow

    Today, join a guided group excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau, one of the most important and moving historic sites in Europe, exploring both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Prague

    Prague

    Today, travel by rail from Kraków to Prague through the heart of Central Europe. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and begin exploring this enchanting city, known for its cobbled streets and gothic architecture.

  5. Day 5overnight: Prague

    Prague

    Today, discover Prague at your own pace with a 48-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour, taking in Prague Castle, Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square.

  6. Day 6overnight: Prague

    Prague

    Today, continue exploring Prague using your hop-on hop-off sightseeing pass, visiting any remaining highlights or revisiting your favourite spots.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Today, travel by rail from Prague to Vienna. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring this elegant city known for its grand architecture and rich musical heritage.

  8. Day 8overnight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Today, enjoy a visit to the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, a former imperial summer residence, followed by a memorable evening of dinner and classical music featuring the works of Mozart and Strauss.

  9. Day 9overnight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Today is at leisure to enjoy Vienna at your own pace, perhaps exploring more of the city’s grand architecture, a world-class museum, or a traditional Viennese café.

  10. Day 10

    Return home

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

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Guided visit to Wieliczka Salt Mine, descending into the UNESCO World Heritage site to see underground chapels and St. Kinga's Chapel carved from salt.
  • Day 3Guided group excursion to Auschwitz-Birkenau, exploring both Auschwitz I and Auschwitz II-Birkenau.
  • Day 4Travel by rail from Krakow to Prague through Central Europe; arrive and begin exploring the city's cobbled streets and gothic architecture.
  • Day 8Visit Schönbrunn Palace, the former imperial summer residence, followed by dinner and an evening of classical music featuring Mozart and Strauss.

Included

  • 3-nights hotel accommodation in Krakow, Prague and Vienna with breakfast included
  • Flights from UK to Krakow and return from Vienna
  • Wieliczka Salt Mine Tour
  • Guided visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau
  • Schönbrunn Palace Tour, Dinner & Concert
  • 48-hour, hop-on, hop-off bus tour in Prague

Questions travellers ask

Which trains does the trip use?
The itinerary includes rail travel from Krakow to Prague on Day 4 and from Prague to Vienna on Day 7. The specific train names are not listed in the package details.
Is the trip escorted or independent?
It is a mix. Marvellous Escapes arranges flights, hotels, and some guided group visits (Wieliczka Salt Mine, Auschwitz-Birkenau, and Schönbrunn Palace with concert). You explore Prague at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off sightseeing pass, and have leisure time in Vienna.
What is included in the price?
The GBP 2,299 per-person price covers flights from the UK to Krakow and return from Vienna, nine nights in three-star hotels with breakfast, the Wieliczka Salt Mine tour, Auschwitz-Birkenau guided visit, Schönbrunn Palace tour with dinner and classical music concert, and a 48-hour hop-on hop-off Prague bus pass.
When does this trip run?
Marvellous Escapes does not publish a specific departure calendar in the package details. Contact the operator to confirm available dates.
How much walking is involved?
The tour includes guided site visits and two days of independent city walking in Prague (cobbled streets and sightseeing attractions). A full day of leisure in Vienna allows you to choose your own activity level.

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