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Munich and Paris from Budapest

Independent rail trip from Budapest to Munich and Paris

Illustration of Munich and Paris from Budapest

Railbookers operates this 5-day independent rail trip from Budapest to Munich and Paris, self-guided overall but with small-group tours included at the main sights. A direct train speeds through Austria on Day 1 to reach Munich, where you spend 2 nights and use an included 24-hour hop-on hop-off pass to visit Nymphenburg Palace, the Englischer Garten, and Marienplatz. A high-speed train then carries you to Paris on Day 3, with the evening set aside for a bistro dinner in Montmartre and sunset views from the Sacre-Coeur. Day 4 covers Paris in depth: a small-group tour of the Eiffel Tower's summit floor, a Seine river cruise past the city's bridges, and a visit to the Louvre to see the Mona Lisa. The trip suits independent travelers who want two of Europe's classic cities connected by train, without a fixed daily schedule, though the 2-night stays in each city keep the pace quick rather than leisurely.

What to know before you look closer

  • Only breakfast is included with the hotel stays. The evening dinner at a Montmartre bistro described for Day 3 is not listed among the included items, so it appears to be at your own expense.
  • With only 2 nights in each city, sightseeing in Munich and Paris covers the major highlights included in the pass and guided tours rather than a deep exploration of either city.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Munich

    Budapest to Munich

    Make your way to the station for your direct train to Munich. Enjoy the scenery as you speed through Austria, and on arrival head to your hotel for 2-night stay.

  2. Day 2overnight: Munich

    Munich

    Enjoy discovering all Munich has to offer with your included sightseeing pass. Head out of the city first to the beautiful Nymphenburg Palace. Next take a stroll around the pretty Englischer Garten before discovering the historic Marienplatz.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Paris

    Munich to Paris

    Following breakfast make your way to the station to board your high-speed train to Paris. On arrival, check in to your hotel for your 2 night stay. In the evening, make your way to Montmartre to enjoy dinner at a typical Parisian bistro and experience the sunset views from the Sacre-Coeur.

  4. Day 4overnight: Paris

    Paris

    Make your way to the Eiffel Tower for a small group tour and some amazing views. Then cruise the Seine, passing the iconic bridges of Paris, and meet the Mona Lisa and other iconic pieces of art in the Louvre museum.

  5. Day 5

    End Of Tour

    Check out of your hotel and make your way to the airport for your flight home or speak to any of our Travel Consultants about continuing your travels elsewhere.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1A direct train speeds from Budapest to Munich through Austria.
  • Day 2The included 24-hour hop-on hop-off pass covers Nymphenburg Palace, a stroll through the Englischer Garten, and the historic Marienplatz.
  • Day 3A high-speed train reaches Paris from Munich in time for dinner at a Montmartre bistro and sunset views from the Sacre-Coeur.
  • Day 4A small-group tour visits the Eiffel Tower's summit floor, followed by a Seine river cruise past the city's bridges and a visit to the Louvre to see the Mona Lisa.

Included

  • Rail Travel as per the itinerary
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Munich
  • 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Pass in Munich
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Paris
  • Guided Eiffel Tower Summit Floor, Louvre Museum and River Cruise

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Railbookers includes rail travel as per the itinerary: a direct train from Budapest to Munich and a high-speed train from Munich to Paris.
Is this trip guided or independent?
It is independent and self-guided, with small-group tours included for the Eiffel Tower Summit Floor, the Louvre, and the Seine river cruise in Paris.
What is included in the price?
Rail travel, 2 nights' hotel with breakfast in Munich, a 24-hour hop-on hop-off pass in Munich, 2 nights' hotel with breakfast in Paris, and a guided Eiffel Tower Summit Floor, Louvre Museum, and river cruise in Paris.
What is not included?
Meals other than breakfast are not included, including the Montmartre bistro dinner described for Day 3. Airfare is also not included.
How does the trip start and end?
It starts in Budapest, stops for 2 nights in Munich, then continues by train to Paris for a further 2 nights before the tour ends.

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