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Relaxing Amsterdam, Berlin & Prague by Rail

Ten-day rail loop from London through Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague to Paris

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Tailor Made Rail's 10-day journey departs London on a direct Eurostar to Amsterdam, where you spend two nights exploring the canal-lined city before boarding a direct train to Berlin. After three full days in the German capital, a train through Dresden and across the Czech border brings you to Prague for two nights in the medieval Old Town. From Prague, a direct service carries you through Bavaria to Munich for an overnight stay, then onward by TGV high-speed train to Paris for your final night before the return Eurostar to London. The package emphasizes shorter travel days and minimal train changes, with breakfast included at handpicked three and four-star hotels in each city. Free time in Amsterdam, Berlin, and Prague allows you to explore at your own pace, with optional guided experiences like a boat trip on Berlin's Spree or visits to the Van Gogh Museum. This itinerary suits independent travellers new to rail holidays, history enthusiasts interested in 20th-century European capitals, and couples seeking a manageable city-hopping break across four countries.

What to know before you look closer

  • All hotels are marked 'or similar,' meaning your final accommodation depends on availability and the tier you book; confirm the exact properties with Tailor Made Rail.
  • The price from GBP 1,399 covers Standard Class rail, hotels with breakfast, and documentation, but does not include Eurostar fares; these are booked separately.
  • No day-by-day itinerary details about how long each train journey lasts or exact arrival times; contact the operator before booking to confirm schedules and connection details.
  • This is a tailor-made package, not a group tour; you travel independently between cities with pre-arranged hotels and rail reservations.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Amsterdam

    Amsterdam

    Catch a direct Eurostar from London St Pancras to Amsterdam and check in for a 2-night stay at the JL No 76 Hotel (or similar), within easy reach of the main station. Amsterdam's canals are lined with 17th century Golden Age gabled houses; cycle hire is readily available, and the Van Gogh Museum is recommended to book in advance.

  2. Day 2overnight: Amsterdam

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam's canals are lined with 17th century Golden Age gabled houses, with world-class museums throughout the city; cycle hire is readily available, and the Van Gogh Museum is recommended to book in advance.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Berlin

    Amsterdam to Berlin

    A leisurely start with breakfast and time to wander Amsterdam's Canal District before a direct train service to Berlin, arriving in the early evening. Check in at the Arcotel John F (or similar) for a 3-night stay.

  4. Day 4overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    Two full days to discover the German capital, including museums documenting its 20th century history such as the DDR Museum, the Museum Island complex, a boat trip along the River Spree, or a tour by old East German Trabant.

  5. Day 5overnight: Berlin

    Berlin

    Two full days to discover the German capital, including museums documenting its 20th century history such as the DDR Museum, the Museum Island complex, a boat trip along the River Spree, or a tour by old East German Trabant.

  6. Day 6overnight: Prague

    Berlin to Prague

    A relaxed morning before boarding a direct service via Dresden (where you can see the 'Balcony of Europe'/Brühl's Terrace) and across the Czech border to Prague, along the Elbe River Valley. Check in at the Liberty Hotel (or similar); a private transfer or taxi can be arranged from the station.

  7. Day 7overnight: Prague

    Prague

    A full day exploring Prague, including the Castle Complex with its grand Cathedral and Golden Lane, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town across the Charles Bridge with its astronomical clock, and the New Town's Charles Square, the largest medieval square in Europe.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Munich

    Prague to Munich

    Return to the main station for a direct train journey to Munich, crossing back into Germany at Furth im Wald and into Bavaria, arriving mid-afternoon. Check in at the Eurostars Book Hotel (or similar) for an overnight stay, with time to enjoy a Bavarian beer hall in the evening.

  9. Day 9railovernight: Paris

    Munich to Paris

    A morning wander around Munich before a 2-hour train to Stuttgart (a recommended lunch stop) and onward by high-speed TGV to Paris. Check in at the 25hrs Terminus Nord Hotel (or similar), with an evening in the City of Light.

  10. Day 10rail

    Paris to London

    A convenient Eurostar departure from the Gare du Nord back to London at the end of the holiday.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Day 1: Direct Eurostar from London St Pancras to Amsterdam, arriving for a 2-night stay within walking distance of the main station and the Van Gogh Museum.
  • Day 3Day 3: Leisurely morning in Amsterdam's Canal District before a direct train to Berlin, arriving in the early evening for a 3-night stay.
  • Day 6Day 6: A direct service from Berlin through Dresden (viewing Brühl's Terrace over the Elbe Valley) crosses into the Czech Republic and arrives in Prague.
  • Day 7Day 7: Full day in Prague exploring the Castle Complex, crossing the Charles Bridge to the UNESCO-listed Old Town, and visiting Charles Square, Europe's largest medieval square.
  • Day 9Day 9: High-speed TGV from Stuttgart to Paris after a morning in Munich, with an evening in the City of Light before the return Eurostar.

Included

  • Standard Class rail travel with seat reservations
  • 9 nights' handpicked hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Comprehensive directions to your hotels
  • Easy-to-follow travel documentation
  • Despatch of tickets by email, post or collection from our London office

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Standard Class rail travel with seat reservations is included. However, the starting price of GBP 1,399 does not include Eurostar fares; you book Eurostar separately.
Which trains are used?
Eurostar runs from London St Pancras to Amsterdam and from Paris back to London. Direct services connect Amsterdam to Berlin, Berlin to Prague (via Dresden), Prague to Munich (via Furth im Wald), and a TGV high-speed train runs from Stuttgart to Paris. All are Standard Class.
Is this an escorted tour or independent travel?
This is a tailor-made independent package. Tailor Made Rail books your hotels, trains, and tickets, and provides directions and documentation, but you are not traveling with a guide or group.
What is included in the price?
Standard Class rail travel, 9 nights' accommodation with breakfast at handpicked hotels, comprehensive directions, travel documentation, and ticket dispatch by email, post, or collection from the London office.
How much free time is there in each city?
You stay 2 nights in Amsterdam and Prague, 3 nights in Berlin, and 1 night each in Munich and Paris. Most days are free to explore; travel days (Days 3, 6, 8, 9) include a train journey.
Can I upgrade hotels or rail class?
Yes. Optional upgrades include First Class rail from GBP 150 per person, the Hotel Pulitzer in Amsterdam, and the Hotel Adlon Kempinski in Berlin. A private transfer on arrival in Prague and extending your Paris stay are also available.

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