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Vienna via Lake Constance

Vienna via Lake Constance, a rail journey with Tailor Made Rail

Take the train to Cologne and then down the Rhine Valley to Lindau at beautiful Lake Constance. Continue through the stunning Arlberg Pass high in the Alps and across the length of Austria all the way to Vienna. At the end of your rail adventure, catch a sleeper back to Cologne.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Cologne

    London to Cologne

    Travel to Brussels by Eurostar and then connect onto the German ICE service which will take you directly into the heart of Cologne. Enjoy an evening stroll along the Rhine, or head for Cologne's Old Town for dinner or a glass of Kölsch beer.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Lindau

    Cologne to Lindau

    Board a morning train south via Augsburg towards Lake Constance. Lindau is uniquely situated on a peninsula that juts out onto the lake with breathtaking views across to the snow-capped Swiss Alps.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Vienna

    Across the Arlberg Pass

    Take a local train back to Lindau's mainland station and then change for a direct RailJet service to Vienna, watching the incredible scenery of the Arlberg Pass through the large windows. After passing through Salzburg and Linz, arrive into Vienna in time for dinner and a first wander around the imperial city.

  4. Day 4overnight: Vienna

    Vienna

    A full day to take in Vienna's museums, galleries, churches and boutique shops. Don't miss a slice of Sachertorte at the famous Sacher Hotel, a tour of the Vienna Opera House, and a stroll through the magnificent parks. Tickets can be arranged for the Spanish Riding School, the Vienna Boys' Choir or the Opera House.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Overnight sleeper train

    Overnight train home

    After another action-packed day in Vienna, make your way to the main station in the evening to take the overnight train to Brussels or Amsterdam (depending on the day of the week). An evening meal before boarding is recommended, as catering on the sleeper is limited.

  6. Day 6rail

    Arrive home

    On arrival, transfer onto the Eurostar back to London. If time allows, you might also like to stop for a night in Amsterdam, Cologne or Brussels on your way home.

Included

  • All rail journeys, in standard class
  • Seat reservations where required
  • Double compartment on the overnight train from Vienna to Cologne (or Amsterdam)
  • 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

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