How much does it cost?

From £2,009 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $2,714 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.

Is train travel included?

Yes. All overland transport tickets from London to Paris are included, plus any required Interrail or Eurail passes. Seat reservations on high-speed rail and night trains are covered.

Is this an escorted or self-guided trip?

This is a self-guided rail holiday. You travel independently between 10 cities, with walking directions between stations and your accommodation provided in a personalised travel booklet.

When does the trip run?

The operator does not publish specific departure dates in the available information; contact Euroventure to confirm available travel dates.

Euroventure · Self-guided rail holiday

Whole Hog: 3 Weeks

Self-guided rail journey across 10 European cities in 22 days

Euroventure's Whole Hog is a 22-day, 21-night self-guided rail journey across 10 European cities from London to Paris. The itinerary spans nine countries: the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Italy, and France. Starting with the Eurostar from London St Pancras to Amsterdam, the route moves by train and bus through Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, and Zagreb, then continues to Venice, Florence, Rome, and Milan before concluding in Paris. You spend two to three nights in most cities, with one-night stops in Vienna and Milan. Accommodation is in centrally located, tested hotels and hostels. The price from £2,009 covers all transport tickets, rail passes, seat reservations, walking directions between stations and hotels, and access to optional activities like walking tours and pub crawls. This trip suits independent explorers and first-time rail travellers who prefer the flexibility to explore each city at their own pace while having the logistical framework of pre-booked trains, accommodation, and a personalised travel booklet with maps and local tips.

Price history

Across 5 checks, this price has held at £2,009 every time.

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 2 of 5 points are a live read of the operator's page. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

What to know before you look closer

Accommodation is offered on a tiered basis and hotels vary by destination; final accommodation depends on your chosen tier and city
The pace is fast, with frequent moves between cities; some overnight journeys total 7 hours or more (Venice to Budapest via Zagreb requires bus and multiple legs)
Highlights listed are attractions you can visit independently; the trip does not include guided tours or entrance fees to museums and attractions

Day by day

The operator's published day-by-day is incomplete (days 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 21 are not published; day 1 appears twice). Day counts and hotel changes are not calculated from it.

Day 1rail
London
Start on the Eurostar from St Pancras; Interrail pass holders can travel free from their hometown to London on the same day.
Day 1railovernight: Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Train to Amsterdam (6 hours). 3 nights. Highlights: visit the Van Gogh Museum; cycle Europe's largest historic centre; tour the red light district.
Day 4railovernight: Berlin
Berlin
Train to Berlin (7 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: see a section of the old Berlin Wall; climb the dome of the Reichstag; discover Schoneberg and Kreuzberg nightlife.
Day 6railovernight: Prague
Prague
Train to Prague (5 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: cross Charles Bridge; marvel at the Dancing Building; try Czech Pilsner beers.
Day 8railovernight: Vienna
Vienna
Train to Vienna (4 hours). 1 night. Highlights: visit the Spanish Riding School; eat apple strudel and Wiener Schnitzel; attend a classical concert.
Day 9railovernight: Budapest
Budapest
Train to Budapest (3 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: relax in 15th century thermal spas; photograph Buda Castle; catch the Sziget rock and indie festival (August).
Day 11overnight: Zagreb
Zagreb
Bus to Zagreb (6 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: view from the Lotrscak Tower; stroll Mirogoj cemetery; coffee at Kino Europa.
Day 13overnight: Venice
Venice
Bus to Venice (7 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: cross St Mark's Square; get lost in the alleyways and canals; ride the vaporetto down the Grand Canal.
Day 15railovernight: Florence
Florence
Train to Florence (2.5 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: see Michelangelo's statue of David; explore Renaissance chapels and churches; try Italian gelato.
Day 17railovernight: Rome
Rome
Train to Rome (2 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: marvel at the Roman Forum; see the Colosseum; visit the Vatican, the world's smallest country.
Day 19railovernight: Milan
Milan
Train to Milan (3 hours). 1 night stopover.
Day 20railovernight: Paris
Paris
Train to Paris (7 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: see the Mona Lisa at the Louvre; watch a cabaret act at the Moulin Rouge; experience the Marais district nightlife.
Day 22rail
London
Train to London (4 hours) to finish the trip, or continue home for free on the Interrail pass.

The moments this trip is built around

Day 1Day 1: Depart London on the Eurostar from St Pancras; Interrail pass holders can travel free from their hometown to London on the same day
Day 1Day 1-3: Spend 3 nights in Amsterdam; visit the Van Gogh Museum and cycle through Europe's largest historic centre
Day 6Day 6-7: Arrive in Prague and cross Charles Bridge; marvel at the Dancing Building
Day 9Day 9-10: Relax in 15th century thermal spas in Budapest; photograph Buda Castle

Included

All overland transport tickets from the first to the last city, as shown on the map
Any Interrail or Eurail passes if required, based on the best value for you
All possible seat reservations on high-speed rail, night trains or ferries
Accommodation in top-rated, centrally located hostels or hotels, tested by us
Walking directions between the stations and your booked accommodation
Travel Disruption Protection: alternative travel included if there is a strike or similar disruption
Access to our 24hr emergency phone number while you're away
1GB of free data, with the option to add more anytime with eSIM
A personalised travel booklet with maps, language guides, top tips, and more
Optional walking tours, pub crawls and other activities at our partner hostels
Exclusive discounts on attractions across Europe

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?: From £2,009 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $2,714 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is train travel included?: Yes. All overland transport tickets from London to Paris are included, plus any required Interrail or Eurail passes. Seat reservations on high-speed rail and night trains are covered.
Is this an escorted or self-guided trip?: This is a self-guided rail holiday. You travel independently between 10 cities, with walking directions between stations and your accommodation provided in a personalised travel booklet.
When does the trip run?: The operator does not publish specific departure dates in the available information; contact Euroventure to confirm available travel dates.

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