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Paris - Istanbul or vice versa
Luxury Golden Eagle Danube Express train journey, Paris to Istanbul
8 daysfrom $21,302
75% rail
Planet Rail · Escorted rail tour
PARIS to ISTANBUL
Embark on an iconic voyage, traversing legendary cities across the continent aboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Paris (five-star hotel)
PARIS, FRANCE
On arrivals day in Paris, you will be met and transferred to a centrally located five-star hotel for a one-night stay. Enjoy a welcome reception dinner with your fellow guests.
Meals: Dinner
- Day 2railovernight: Onboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express
CHAMPAGNE, FRANCE
Guests are transferred to Paris Gare de Lyon Station for a champagne drinks reception before boarding the Golden Eagle Danube Express. Journey across the French countryside to Champagne, renowned for its sparkling wines, historic cathedrals and regal architecture.
- Day 3overnight: Onboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express
VIENNA, AUSTRIA
Afternoon journey through the Austrian countryside and the Alps into Switzerland, with the option to relax in your cabin or enjoy the Bar Lounge Car with resident pianists and cocktails. Arrive in Vienna in the evening for a sumptuous dinner followed by a private classical concert with the Vienna Supreme Orchestra.
Meals: Dinner
- Day 4railovernight: Onboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express
VIENNA, AUSTRIA & POSTOJNA, SLOVENIA
Morning exploration of Vienna's palaces, coffee houses and cultural highlights. Post-lunch exclusive confectionary masterclass by the Catering Manager and Head Pastry Chef. Evening visit to Postojna Caves aboard an underground train, with a saxophonist performing in the cavernous spaces.
Meals: Lunch
- Day 5railovernight: Onboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express
BELGRADE, SERBIA
Exclusive exploration of Tito's legendary blue train. Traditional Serbian feast and Rakija tasting with stories of Belgrade's history. Free time to wander Belgrade's streets. Evening Gala Dinner presented by the Head Chefs, inspired by local ingredients and flavours.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Day 6overnight: Onboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express
SOFIA, BULGARIA
Morning relaxation in the Bar Lounge Car en route to Bulgaria. Guided exploration of Sofia including the ruins of the Roman city of Serdica, the City Garden, the National Theatre Ivan Vazov, and the Presidential Palace. Exclusive private performance by the Vanya Moneva Choir ('Cosmic Voices') in the Crypt of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
- Day 7railovernight: Istanbul (five-star hotel)
ISTANBUL, TURKEY
Arrival in Istanbul, the final destination of the European rail odyssey. Free time to explore the city at leisure. Farewell Dinner on the atmospheric banks of the Bosphorus.
Meals: Dinner
- Day 8
ISTANBUL, TURKEY
Final breakfast at the centrally located five-star hotel in Istanbul before departure.
Meals: Breakfast
Included
- One-night stay at a centrally located five-star hotel in Paris on arrival
- Welcome reception dinner in Paris
- Champagne drinks reception at Paris Gare de Lyon
- All travel aboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express
- All meals onboard the train
- Dedicated cabin attendant service
- Resident pianist entertainment in the Bar Lounge Car
- Private classical concert with the Vienna Supreme Orchestra
- Exclusive confectionary masterclass in Vienna
- Guided exploration of Postojna Caves with underground train ride and saxophonist
- Exclusive exploration of Tito's blue train in Belgrade
- Traditional Serbian feast and Rakija tasting in Belgrade
- Gala Dinner onboard
- Private performance by the Vanya Moneva Choir in the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral Crypt, Sofia
- Farewell Dinner on the banks of the Bosphorus, Istanbul
- Overnight stay at a centrally located five-star hotel in Istanbul
- Final breakfast in Istanbul
