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Munich and Vienna

Munich to Vienna rail trip with a Neuschwanstein Castle day trip

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Railbookers runs this 7-day, 6-night independent rail vacation between Munich and Vienna. The trip begins with three nights in Munich, where a guided walking tour covers Marienplatz and the Town Hall, and a small-group excursion travels into the Bavarian countryside to Neuschwanstein Castle. On day 4, a train carries travelers from Munich to Vienna through the landscapes of Bavaria and Austria, arriving in a city built around imperial palaces and grand architecture. The remaining three nights in Vienna mix independent sightseeing, using an included sightseeing pass, with a planned evening at Schönbrunn Palace featuring an after-hours tour, dinner, and a concert of Mozart and Strauss. The pace suits travelers who like a mix of guided orientation and unstructured time, and who are drawn to historic sights and classical culture rather than nature or adventure activity. Rail travel, hotel breakfasts, and several sightseeing inclusions are built into the package.

What to know before you look closer

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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 on a guided walking tour. 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: Vienna

    Munich to Vienna

    Board a comfortable train in Munich and embark on a scenic rail journey through the picturesque landscapes of Bavaria and arrive in Vienna. Wander around city highlights such as the Anchor Clock, the Opera House and the Hofburg.

  5. Day 5overnight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Get your bearings in the grand Austrian capital using your sightseeing pass, with a choice of up to three sightseeing attractions to visit for the day.

  6. Day 6overnight: Vienna

    Schonbrunn Palace Concert

    A morning at leisure. In the evening, enjoy a romantic evening at the Schonbrunn Palace: an after-hours tour, dinner in a selected restaurant, and a classical music concert featuring Mozart and Strauss in the Orangery.

  7. Day 7

    Your Journey Ends in Vienna

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and continue with your travels.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 3A guided small-group tour visits Neuschwanstein Castle, described as the inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty castle.
  • Day 4The train ride from Munich to Vienna passes through the picturesque landscapes of Bavaria and Austria.
  • Day 6An evening at Schönbrunn Palace includes an after-hours tour, dinner, and a classical concert of Mozart and Strauss in the Orangery.

Included

  • Rail travel as per the itinerary
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Munich
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Vienna
  • Small-group walking tour of Munich
  • Small-group tour to Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Vienna sightseeing pass
  • Schönbrunn Palace concert with dinner

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes. Rail travel as per the itinerary is included, along with three nights of breakfast-included hotel accommodation in both Munich and Vienna.
Is this trip guided or independent?
Railbookers markets it as an independent rail vacation that includes small-group guided day tours, such as the Munich walking tour and the Neuschwanstein Castle excursion, alongside independent city time.
What is included in Vienna?
A Vienna sightseeing pass with a choice of up to three attractions, and an evening at Schönbrunn Palace with an after-hours tour, dinner, and a classical concert.
How much walking is involved?
The trip includes a guided walking tour of Munich and independent exploration in both cities; no hikes are mentioned.

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