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Whole Hog: 4 Weeks

London to Paris via 11 European cities on train and bus, 29 days

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Euroventure's Whole Hog 4-week tour is a self-guided rail holiday spanning 29 days and 11 cities across Europe, from London to Paris. You board Eurostar from St Pancras on day one and travel by train and bus through Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Zagreb, Venice, Florence, Rome, Milan, and Paris, with stays of two to three nights in each destination. Euroventure includes all transport tickets, Interrail or Eurail passes as needed, seat reservations, centrally located accommodation, and a personalised travel booklet with maps and language guides. You explore each city at your own pace with optional walking tours and pub crawls available through partner hostels. The itinerary suits first-time rail travellers who want rail travel and accommodation sorted without a guide shadowing every step, budget-conscious explorers attracted to the daily cost of roughly GBP 71, and independent travellers comfortable with self-navigation and city discovery. Solo travellers benefit from hostel sociability and 24-hour emergency support.

What to know before you look closer

  • Two legs (Zagreb and Venice) involve bus transport rather than train, extending journey times (5.5 to 7 hours) on those segments.
  • Accommodation tier varies by city choice (hostels or hotels); your final hotel depends on the option and location you select.
  • Milan stopover is only one night, allowing limited time to explore the city.

Day by day

  1. Day 1rail

    London

    Board the Eurostar from St Pancras; Interrail pass holders travel free from their hometown to London the same day.

  2. Day 1railovernight: Amsterdam

    Amsterdam

    Train to Amsterdam (6 hours). 3 nights. Highlights: visit the Van Gogh Museum; cycle Europe's biggest historic centre; tour the Red Light District.

  3. Day 4railovernight: Berlin

    Berlin

    Train to Berlin (7 hours). 3 nights. Highlights: see a section of the old Berlin Wall; climb the dome of the Reichstag; discover Schoneberg and Kreuzberg nightlife.

  4. Day 7railovernight: Prague

    Prague

    Train to Prague (5 hours). 3 nights. Highlights: cross Charles Bridge; marvel at the Dancing Building; sample Czech Pilsner beers.

  5. Day 10railovernight: Vienna

    Vienna

    Train to Vienna (4 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: visit the Spanish Riding School; eat apple strudel and Wiener Schnitzel; attend a classical concert.

  6. Day 12railovernight: Bratislava

    Bratislava

    Train to Bratislava (1 hour). 2 nights. Highlights: climb the 19th century castle for sunset views; take a night tour; shop for folk art at Uluv.

  7. Day 14railovernight: Budapest

    Budapest

    Train to Budapest (3 hours). 3 nights. Highlights: relax in 15th century thermal spas; photograph Buda Castle; the Sziget rock and indie festival (August).

  8. Day 17overnight: Zagreb

    Zagreb

    Bus to Zagreb (5.5 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: view from the Lotrscak Tower; stroll Mirogoj Cemetery; coffee at Kino Europa.

  9. Day 19overnight: Venice

    Venice

    Bus to Venice (7 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: cross St Mark's Square; get lost in the alleyways and canals; ride a vaporetto down the Grand Canal.

  10. Day 21railovernight: Florence

    Florence

    Train to Florence (2.5 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: see Michelangelo's statue of David at the Galleria della Academia; explore Renaissance chapels and churches.

  11. Day 23railovernight: Rome

    Rome

    Train to Rome (2 hours). 3 nights. Highlights: marvel at the Roman Forum; see the Colosseum; visit Vatican City.

  12. Day 26railovernight: Milan

    Milan

    Train to Milan (3 hours). 1 night stopover with time for aperitivos and to see the Duomo.

  13. Day 27railovernight: Paris

    Paris

    Train to Paris (8 hours). 2 nights. Highlights: see the Mona Lisa at the Louvre; watch a cabaret act at the Moulin Rouge; experience the Marais nightlife.

  14. Day 29rail

    London

    Train to London (2.5 hours) to finish, or continue home free on the Interrail pass.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Board Eurostar from St Pancras, London, heading to Amsterdam.
  • Day 4Day trip to see a section of the old Berlin Wall and climb the dome of the Reichstag.
  • Day 7Walk across Charles Bridge in Prague and marvel at the Dancing Building.
  • Day 10Visit the Spanish Riding School in Vienna and sample Wiener Schnitzel and apple strudel.
  • Day 14Relax in 15th century thermal spas in Budapest and photograph Buda Castle.

Included

  • All overland transport tickets from the first to the last city, as shown in the key
  • 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
  • Travel Disruption Protection: alternative travel included if there is a strike or similar disruption
  • Walking directions between the stations and your booked accommodation
  • Optional walking tours, pub crawls and other activities at our partner hostels
  • A personalised travel booklet with maps, language guides, top tips, and more
  • Exclusive discounts on attractions across Europe
  • Access to our 24hr emergency phone number while you're away
  • 1GB of free data, with the option to add more anytime with eSIM

Questions travellers ask

Is all train travel included in the price?
Yes. Euroventure includes all overland transport tickets (train and bus) from London to Paris, any required Interrail or Eurail passes, and all seat reservations on high-speed rail, night trains, or ferries.
Is this an escorted or self-guided tour?
It is self-guided. You receive walking directions between stations and accommodation, a personalised travel booklet with maps and language guides, and optional walking tours and activities at partner hostels in each city. A 24-hour emergency phone number is available throughout.
What accommodation is included?
Accommodation in top-rated, centrally located hostels or hotels, tested by Euroventure. The specific hotel depends on your choice of tier and city.
When does this trip run?
Euroventure publishes no specific departure dates in their materials; contact them to confirm available dates before booking.
How much walking is involved each day?
Each city involves walking tours and exploration of attractions. Some days include climbing stairs (Reichstag dome in Berlin, castle tower in Bratislava, Vatican stairs in Rome). Luggage is handled between stations and your accommodation.
What is not included?
Meals (except what may be included in accommodation), attraction entrance fees, and travel insurance are not included. Optional discounts on attractions are available.

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