Marvellous Escapes
Grand Cities of Europe by Sleeper Train
11 daysfrom $3,872
Marvellous Escapes · Tailor-made rail holiday
Sleeper Journey through Austria
Travel from London to Austria by sleeper train. Explore Vienna, Salzburg and Hallstatt, with NightJet journeys, Alpine scenery and guided tours.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Brussels
Brussels
Begin your European rail adventure as you travel from London to Brussels by Eurostar. On arrival, enjoy time to explore the Belgian capital, known for its grand squares, elegant architecture and famous chocolate shops.
- Day 2railovernight: Onboard sleeper train
Vienna
Enjoy a free day to discover Brussels at your leisure, perhaps exploring the Grand Place or sampling traditional Belgian cuisine before your overnight rail journey. Later this evening, board the ÖBB NightJet sleeper train for your overnight journey to Vienna.
- Day 3overnight: Vienna
Vienna
Arrive into the elegant Austrian capital of Vienna and begin exploring with your included 48 hour hop on hop off sightseeing bus ticket, discovering grand boulevards, imperial architecture and historic landmarks at your own pace.
- Day 4overnight: Vienna
Vienna
Continue discovering Vienna today using your hop on hop off sightseeing ticket. Perhaps visit St Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg Palace or enjoy coffee and cake in one of the city's traditional cafés.
- Day 5overnight: Vienna
Vienna
Today is free for further exploration before enjoying a memorable evening experience at the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, with a guided palace tour followed by dinner and a classical concert.
- Day 6railovernight: Salzburg
Salzburg
Travel by rail through the Austrian countryside to the beautiful city of Salzburg. Surrounded by Alpine scenery and famous as the birthplace of Mozart, Salzburg offers charming streets, baroque architecture and a rich musical heritage.
- Day 7overnight: Salzburg
Salzburg
Enjoy an unforgettable full day excursion exploring some of the region's most iconic sights, following in the footsteps of The Sound of Music and visiting the historic salt mines hidden deep within the mountains.
- Day 8overnight: Salzburg
Salzburg
Today, enjoy a half day tour to the breathtaking lakeside village of Hallstatt, one of Austria's most picturesque destinations, admiring stunning mountain scenery and peaceful lake views before returning to Salzburg.
- Day 9railovernight: Onboard sleeper train
Brussels
Enjoy free time in Salzburg before boarding the ÖBB NightJet sleeper train for your overnight journey back to Brussels, relaxing and enjoying the unique experience of overnight rail travel.
- Day 10rail
Return home
Arrive back into Brussels and continue by Eurostar to London, bringing your unforgettable Austrian sleeper rail adventure to an end.
Included
- Overnight hotel accommodation in Brussels with breakfast included
- 3-nights hotel accommodation in Vienna and Salzburg with breakfast included
- 2-nights sleeper train accommodation
- Roundtrip Rail from London
- 48-hour, Hop on hop off bus tour in Vienna
- Schönbrunn Palace Tour, Dinner & Concert
- Original Sound of Music and Salt Mines Day Trip
- Hallstatt Half-Day Tour
