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Munich and Venice

Rail journey from Munich to Venice over the Brenner Pass

Illustration of Munich and Venice

Railbookers operates this 7-day rail trip from Munich to Venice, combining small-group guided tours with independent city time. The trip opens with 3 nights in Munich, including a full-day guided walking tour of the Alpine city that takes in the Marienplatz and views from the Town Hall, and a guided day trip through the Bavarian countryside to Neuschwanstein Castle. On Day 4, the train climbs through the Bavarian and Tyrolean Alps and over the Brenner Pass before arriving in Venice for a further 3 nights, with an included Vaporetto pass for getting around. A small-group tour from St Mark's Square visits the Doges Palace and St Mark's Basilica, followed by a walk through the city's quieter lanes, and a further tour covers the lagoon islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello. The mix of scenic rail travel, guided landmarks, and free city time suits travelers who want Bavaria and Venice covered without arranging each excursion themselves.

What to know before you look closer

  • Only breakfast is included with the hotel stays; the Bavarian cuisine mentioned for the Day 1 evening and other meals are on your own.
  • The Neuschwanstein Castle day trip is a coach-based excursion rather than a rail journey, on a trip otherwise centered on train travel.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Munich

    Your Journey Begins in Munich

    On arrival in the Bavarian capital check in to your hotel for a three-night stay. Head out to get your bearings in the city, perhaps enjoying some traditional Bavarian cuisine at a traditional beer hall.

  2. Day 2overnight: Munich

    Munich

    Spend a full day in Munich, exploring the many famous sights and attractions on a guided walking tour of the Alpine city. Explore the Marienplatz and take in city views from the Town Hall. Uncover the legend behind the Teufelstritt or visit the Deutsches Museum.

  3. Day 3overnight: Munich

    Day Trip to Neuschwanstein Castle from Munich

    Embark on a guided tour through the Bavarian countryside to Neuschwanstein Castle, the extravagant inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty. Return to Munich this afternoon.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Venice

    Munich to Venice

    Board a comfortable train in Munich and embark on a rail journey through the Bavarian and Tyrolean Alps, ascending through the Brenner Pass. Arrive in Venice and make your way to the hotel for a three-night stay. Use your included Vaporetto Pass to navigate the city.

  5. Day 5overnight: Venice

    Venice

    Make your way to St Mark's Square for the start of your small group tour to the Doges Palace and the Golden Basilica, followed by a guided walking tour through the quieter lanes and alleys.

  6. Day 6overnight: Venice

    Murano, Burano, and Torcello Islands from Venice

    Embark on tour of the three famous islands of the lagoon: Murano, known for glass-blowing; Burano, famous for its brightly coloured houses; and Torcello, home to the ancient Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta.

  7. Day 7rail

    Your Journey Ends in Venice

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning. If you'd like to extend your journey to another city, just ask your Rail Expert.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2A full-day guided walking tour of Munich, an Alpine city, takes in the Marienplatz, views from the Town Hall, and the legend of the Teufelstritt, with an option to visit the Deutsches Museum.
  • Day 3A guided day trip crosses the Bavarian countryside to Neuschwanstein Castle, the inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty castle.
  • Day 4The train from Munich to Venice climbs through the Bavarian and Tyrolean Alps and over the Brenner Pass before arriving in the lagoon city.
  • Day 5A small-group tour from St Mark's Square visits the Doges Palace and St Mark's Basilica, followed by a guided walk through Venice's quieter lanes and alleys.
  • Day 6A tour of the lagoon's three islands takes in Murano's glass-blowing, Burano's brightly coloured houses, and the ancient Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta on Torcello.

Included

  • Rail travel as per the itinerary
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Munich
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Venice
  • Small-group walking tour of Munich
  • Small-group tour to Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Small-group walking tour of Venice with the Doges Palace and St Mark's Basilica
  • Small-group tour of Murano, Burano, and Torcello Islands

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Railbookers includes rail travel as per the itinerary, with the Munich to Venice leg crossing the Bavarian and Tyrolean Alps via the Brenner Pass.
Is this trip guided or independent?
It combines small-group guided tours, including a Munich walking tour, the Neuschwanstein Castle day trip, a Venice walking tour with the Doges Palace and St Mark's Basilica, and a tour of Murano, Burano, and Torcello, with independent time in both cities.
What is included in the price?
Rail travel, 3 nights' hotel with breakfast in Munich, 3 nights' hotel with breakfast in Venice, a Vaporetto pass in Venice, and the four small-group tours listed in the itinerary.
What is not included?
Meals other than breakfast are not included.
How much walking is involved?
The trip includes a full-day guided walking tour in Munich and a guided walk through Venice's quieter lanes and alleys, plus island touring by boat; no hikes are described.
How does the trip start and end?
It starts in Munich for 3 nights and ends in Venice after a further 3 nights, with the option to extend to another city.

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