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London to Budapest: 2 Weeks

Self-guided rail journey from London to Budapest across five countries in 15 days.

Illustration of London to Budapest: 2 Weeks

Euroventure's London to Budapest rail tour is a 15-day self-guided journey across five European countries. You depart London on Eurostar and travel by train through Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Vienna, and end in Budapest, with all tickets and accommodation arranged in advance. Each city offers two to three nights to explore at your own pace: Amsterdam's canal museums and cycling routes, Berlin's Wall remnants and classical architecture, Prague's bridges and old squares, Vienna's palaces and concert halls, and Budapest's thermal spas and castle views. A personalized travel booklet, walking directions to centrally located hotels and hostels, optional walking tours, and 24-hour emergency support are included. The package suits first-time rail travellers who want logistics handled upfront, solo explorers seeking independent days, and budget-conscious visitors seeking good value across major European cities.

What to know before you look closer

  • Accommodation is in tested hostels or hotels marked as 'top-rated, centrally located'; the final property depends on tier and city you select.
  • No day-by-day itinerary for activities within each city is published; the tour is self-guided, so you plan your own visits beyond the accommodation and walking directions provided.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Amsterdam

    London to Amsterdam (3 nights)

    Eurostar to Amsterdam (about 4 hours direct or 5.5 hours via Brussels). Visit the Van Gogh Museum and cycle through the historic centre.

  2. Day 4railovernight: Berlin

    Amsterdam to Berlin (3 nights)

    Train to Berlin (about 7 hours). See a section of the old Berlin Wall, climb the Reichstag dome, and try currywurst at Markthalle Neun.

  3. Day 7railovernight: Prague

    Berlin to Prague (3 nights)

    Train to Prague (about 5 hours). Cross Charles Bridge, marvel at the Dancing Building, and try Czech Pilsner in the Old Town.

  4. Day 10railovernight: Vienna

    Prague to Vienna (2 nights)

    Train to Vienna (about 4 hours). Visit the Spanish Riding School, eat apple strudel and Wiener Schnitzel, and see a classical concert.

  5. Day 12railovernight: Budapest

    Vienna to Budapest (3 nights)

    Train to Budapest (about 3 hours). Relax in 15th-century thermal spas, photograph Buda Castle, and experience the city's ruin bars.

  6. Day 15

    Trip ends

    Tour concludes in Budapest.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Eurostar from London to Amsterdam, arriving for three nights to visit the Van Gogh Museum and cycle through the historic canal centre.
  • Day 4Seven-hour train journey to Berlin, followed by a visit to the East Side Gallery of the Berlin Wall and a climb of the Reichstag dome.

Included

  • All overland transport tickets from the first to the last city, as shown in the key
  • Any Interrail or Eurail passes if required, based on the best value for you
  • Compulsory 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
  • Optional walking tours, pub crawls and other activities at partner hostels
  • A personalised travel booklet with maps, language guides, top tips, and more
  • Exclusive discounts on attractions across Europe
  • Peace of mind with alternative travel included if there is a strike or similar disruption
  • Access to a 24hr emergency phone number while you're away
  • 1GB of free data, with the option to add more anytime with eSIM

Questions travellers ask

Is all train travel included?
Yes. All overland transport tickets from London to Budapest are included, plus any Interrail or Eurail passes Euroventure deems the best value for you, seat reservations on high-speed trains, and alternative travel if there is a strike or disruption.
Is this an escorted or independent tour?
Self-guided. Euroventure books your trains and accommodation, provides walking directions to your hotel, and offers optional walking tours, pub crawls, and activities at partner hostels. You explore each city on your own schedule.
What accommodation is included?
Top-rated, centrally located hostels or hotels, tested by Euroventure. The specific property depends on the tier you choose.
How many nights are in each city?
Amsterdam 3 nights, Berlin 3 nights, Prague 3 nights, Vienna 2 nights, and Budapest 3 nights, for a total of 14 nights across the 15-day journey.
What support is provided?
A personalized travel booklet with maps and language guides, walking directions to accommodation, exclusive discounts on attractions, 24-hour emergency phone support, and 1GB of free data via eSIM.
Is there a single room supplement?
The evidence pack does not state a single room supplement or price.

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