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London, Amsterdam, and Berlin

Independent rail trip from London to Berlin via Amsterdam

Illustration of London, Amsterdam, and Berlin

Railbookers sells London, Amsterdam, and Berlin as a 7-day, 6-night independent rail vacation, starting in London and ending in Berlin, with two nights in each city. Day 2 is a full-day small group tour of London by air-conditioned coach, taking in Big Ben, skip-the-line entry to St Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, the Changing of the Guard, and a Thames River cruise. A direct Eurostar carries travelers to Amsterdam on day 3, where a 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off bus and boat pass covers two days of sightseeing, from Vondelpark's sculptures to a walk through the Amsterdamse Bos forest. The train continues to Berlin on day 5 for an extensive small group walking tour on day 6, covering the Berlin Wall's East Side Gallery, the Brandenburg Gate, and Checkpoint Charlie. With one guided highlight day built into each stop and free time around it, the trip suits travelers who want a structured introduction to three capital cities without a fully escorted schedule.

What to know before you look closer

  • Railbookers lists 18 accommodation options across different tiers and cities for this trip, described as choices rather than consecutive stays; the specific hotel included depends on which tier and city you choose.
  • The evidence's day-by-day descriptions for London, Amsterdam, and Berlin are cut off mid-sentence in several places; confirm the full daily plans with Railbookers before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: London

    London

    Welcome to London! Check into your hotel for a two-night stay and begin getting to know the English capital. It's no surprise that London is one of the most visited destinations in world. An extensive mix of old and new, London features an energy and allure not found anywhere else. You'll find many of the most historic and crowd-pleasing locations concentrated in the city centre. In just one afternoon, you can wander around Trafalgar Square, see government in action at the Houses of Parliament or keep an eye out for royalty at Buckingham Palace.

  2. Day 2overnight: London

    London

    Today get the most out of London on a full-day small group tour with guide, taking in sights such as Big Ben and Westminster Abbey from the comfort of an air-conditioned coach, skip-the-line entrance to St Pauls' Cathedral and the Tower of London, watch the Changing of the Guard then relax about a cruise down the Thames River. Make sure you find the time to pop into a pub for lunch, then perhaps a show in the evening in London's famous West End.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Amsterdam

    London to Amsterdam

    Enjoy breakfast and then travel on your own to St Pancras station and board a direct Eurostar to Amsterdam. Upon your arrival, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay and spend the rest of the day exploring Amsterdam at leisure with your Hop on Hop off bus and boat pass. Avoid the cyclists and enjoy the amazing architecture in comfort as you tour the city. With over ten thousand unique stores, markets and boutiques, there are plenty of opportunities to get your fill of shopping during your stay.

  4. Day 4overnight: Amsterdam

    Amsterdam

    On your second day in the city continue to make use of your pass to get around and see all the sights you didn't get a chance to. Perhaps visit one of Amsterdams fantastic museums and art galleries. Or you can relax and enjoy a picnic in the Vondelpark with its many sculptures (including one by Picasso), shop at Magna Plaza, take a peaceful walk through Amsterdamse Bos (a forest with lakes, meadows, and cafes), or a catch a film at the art deco Pathe Tuschinskitheater in Southern Canal Ring.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Berlin

    Amsterdam to Berlin

    After a leisurely breakfast, take the train to Berlin and check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Berlin is a fascinating city, full of history, culture, fabulous monuments and world-class museums, along with a wide range of excellent restaurants and bars and a strong tradition in the performing arts.

  6. Day 6overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    Learn all about this fantastic city via an extensive walking tour which will cover all of Berlins major sights. After, be sure to visit the vibrant fragments of the Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery and the exquisite architecture of the Brandenburg Gate. The German capital city has a rich history, so be sure to visit iconic landmarks such as Checkpoint Charlie and the fragments of the Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery. Culture vultures should also not miss a trip to Museum Island, which boasts some of Europe's finest galleries and exhibitions.

  7. Day 7rail

    End Of Tour

    Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel, then check out and continue with your travels. If you wish to extend your holiday, perhaps with an additional day in a nearby city, one of our Rail Specialists will be happy to assist you with the details.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2A full-day small group tour of London: Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, skip-the-line entry to St Paul's Cathedral and the Tower of London, the Changing of the Guard, and a Thames River cruise.
  • Day 3A direct Eurostar from London to Amsterdam, followed by exploring the city with a Hop-On Hop-Off bus and boat pass.
  • Day 4A free day in Amsterdam with a picnic in Vondelpark among sculptures including one by Picasso, or a walk through the Amsterdamse Bos forest.
  • Day 6An extensive walking tour of Berlin's major sights, including the Berlin Wall's East Side Gallery, the Brandenburg Gate, and Checkpoint Charlie.

Included

  • 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in London
  • 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Amsterdam
  • 2 nights' hotel stay with breakfast in Berlin
  • London in One Day Sightseeing Tour Including Tower of London, Changing of the Guard
  • 24h Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Boat Tour in Amsterdam
  • Extensive small group walking tour in Berlin
  • Rail travel throughout

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes. Rail travel is included throughout, including a direct Eurostar from London to Amsterdam on day 3 and a train from Amsterdam to Berlin on day 5.
Is it an escorted tour or independent travel?
It is an independent rail vacation, with a full-day small group guided tour in London and an extensive small group walking tour in Berlin; other days are left free.
Which hotels are used?
Railbookers lists 18 accommodation options across London, Amsterdam and Berlin, including the InterContinental London Park Lane and InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam. The hotel you get depends on the tier you choose.
How many nights are spent in each city?
Two nights each in London, Amsterdam, and Berlin.
What is included in Amsterdam?
A 24-hour Hop-On Hop-Off bus and boat tour, used across both days in the city.
What is the starting price?
From $979 per person, about $140 a day.

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