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Prague Without Flying

London to Prague by Eurostar and sleeper train, returning via Nuremberg

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Prague Without Flying, operated by Tailor Made Rail, is a 6-day, 5-night flight-free rail journey from London to Prague and back, spanning six days across Belgium, the Netherlands, Czech Republic, and Germany. The trip opens with a same-day Eurostar journey to Amsterdam followed by an overnight sleeper on the Nightjet service, arriving in Prague the morning of day two. You then spend three full days in Prague exploring the Castle, the medieval Old Town with its astronomical clock, the Vltava River, and the historic Jewish Quarter before departing by daytime train through the wooded hills of Bohemia and Bavaria to Nuremberg for an overnight stop. On day six you return to London via ICE trains and Eurostar, passing through Frankfurt and Brussels. The pace is relaxed, with multiple nights in each city and all rail travel included in Standard Class, including the private sleeper cabin. This trip suits first-time rail travellers seeking a complete, documented itinerary, repeat rail enthusiasts wanting to stack multiple train types into one journey, couples travelling together, and history lovers drawn to Prague's architecture and Nuremberg's medieval character.

What to know before you look closer

  • The from-price of GBP 849 covers the package; rail fares to London and any flights to London are separate.
  • The pack notes hotels as 'or similar,' meaning your final accommodation depends on availability and the tier selected.
  • Day 6 involves early departure from Nuremberg and multiple rail connections (Frankfurt, Brussels) to reach Eurostar; confirm exact timings with Tailor Made Rail before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Sleeper train (Amsterdam to Prague)

    London to Amsterdam

    Travel to Amsterdam by Eurostar, where you connect with a Nightjet sleeper service and travel overnight to Prague, arriving the following morning. A night in Amsterdam can be added to break the journey if preferred.

  2. Day 2overnight: Prague

    Overnight to Prague

    Arrive in Prague the following morning and check in for a 3-night stay at the Boutique Constans Hotel (or similar).

  3. Day 3overnight: Prague

    Prague

    Two full days exploring Prague, including a walk up to the Castle, the eclectic Kafka Museum, a café alongside the Vltava River by the Charles Bridge, the Old Town with its medieval architecture and astronomical clock, the New Town's Charles Square (the largest medieval square in Europe), and the historic Jewish Quarter, home to the oldest extant synagogue in Europe.

  4. Day 4overnight: Prague

    Prague

    Two full days exploring Prague, including a walk up to the Castle, the eclectic Kafka Museum, a café alongside the Vltava River by the Charles Bridge, the Old Town with its medieval architecture and astronomical clock, the New Town's Charles Square (the largest medieval square in Europe), and the historic Jewish Quarter, home to the oldest extant synagogue in Europe.

  5. Day 5overnight: Nuremberg

    Prague to Nuremberg

    Spend another morning exploring Prague, then return to Hlavni station for the return service into Germany, passing through the wooded hills of Bohemia and Bavaria before disembarking at Nuremberg for an overnight stop at the NH Collection Nuremberg City (or similar). An evening free to discover Nuremberg's old town.

  6. Day 6rail

    Nuremberg to London

    Depart Nuremberg on a German ICE train, connecting in Frankfurt and Brussels to reach the Eurostar terminal, then Eurostar back to the UK at speeds of up to 186mph.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Board the Eurostar from London to Amsterdam and connect the same day with the Nightjet sleeper service, traveling overnight to Prague in a private double cabin.
  • Day 3Walk up to Prague Castle and explore the medieval Old Town with its astronomical clock, then relax at a café alongside the Vltava River by the Charles Bridge.
  • Day 4Visit the historic Jewish Quarter, home to the oldest extant synagogue in Europe, and tour the Kafka Museum amid Prague's layered architecture.
  • Day 5Travel from Prague through the wooded hills of Bohemia and Bavaria by regional train to Nuremberg, arriving for an evening exploring the old town.

Included

  • All rail travel, in Standard Class
  • Seat reservations where required
  • Overnight sleeper service from Freiburg to Prague in a private double cabin
  • 4 nights' handpicked hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Easy-to-follow travel documentation
  • Despatch of tickets by email
  • Proactive rerouting in case of strikes or disruptions

Questions travellers ask

Is all the train travel included?
Yes. Tailor Made Rail includes all rail travel in Standard Class from London to Brussels, seat reservations, the Nightjet sleeper cabin from Amsterdam to Prague, and all connections.
Is it guided or independent?
It is independent. Tailor Made Rail provides easy-to-follow travel documentation and email-despatched tickets; you travel and explore the cities on your own schedule.
Which trains are used?
Eurostar (London to Amsterdam and Brussels to London), Nightjet sleeper (Amsterdam to Prague in a private double cabin), a regional service (Prague to Nuremberg), and German ICE trains (Nuremberg to Frankfurt to Brussels).
What hotels are included?
Four nights' accommodation: the Boutique Hotel Constans in Prague for three nights and the NH Collection Nuremberg City for one night (or similar properties). All include breakfast.
When does it run?
November through March at GBP 849 per person, or April through October at GBP 949 per person. Confirm specific departure dates with the operator.
How much walking is involved?
Expect moderate city walking in Prague and Nuremberg, including a walk up to Prague Castle and exploration of medieval streets. Standard luggage handling at hotels and stations.

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