European Summer by Rail: 4 Cities in 12 Days
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European Summer by Rail: 4 Cities in 12 Days

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Created: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - Departure: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
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£773
Based on 2 adults
Created: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 - Departure: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Destinations: Prague, Czech Republic , Krakow, Poland , Vienna, Austria , Budapest, Hungary

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08 Jul
Transport from London to Prague
Departure
Wizzair UK
Wizzair UK - W9 2602
Direct
06:00
Luton London (LTN)
2h
09:00
Prague Metropolitan Area Airport (Praga Ruzyne) (PRG)
Basic
08 Jul
1. Prague
Stay
About the destination: Prague is the capital city and largest city of the Czech Republic. It is located on the Vltava River in central bohemia. Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. For those interested in art, history, classical music, and architecture, Prague is a must see. Beautiful buildings and architecture can be seen around every corner. The River Vltava runs through the middle of Prague. Many bridges span the river but it’s the Charles Bridge, which is pedestrianized that visitors are drawn to for its combination of Gothic construction and Baroque Statues. Here there are street vendors selling all sorts of things, and in the distance on the hill is the Castle, considered the historic nexus of the city. The Old Town Square is one of two main squares in Prague and where some of the main attractions of the city are located such as the Old Town Hall Tower, the Astronomical Clock, the Church of Our Lady before Tyn and St. Nicholas Church. Since 1992, the historic center of Prague has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites. Prague's city center is a museum of 900 years' of architecture, Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, 19th-century revivals of all of them, and Art Nouveau remain amazingly undisturbed by the 20th century. Prague is truly an architectural delight.
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08 Jul
Accommodation
2 Nights
Hotel Bologna
Prague - Show on map > 1.8 km from centre
8.6
Very good
12069
Airport Shuttle
Restaurant
Parking
STANDARD DOUBLE ROOM
WITH BREAKFAST
Free cancellation
10 Jul
Transport from Prague to Krakow
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn - 443
Direct
22:16
Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
8h 4m
06:20
Kraków Główny
STANDARD
+1 day STANDARD Standard (Semi Flex)
11 Jul
2. Krakow
Stay
About the destination: Krakow is beautiful, a jewel among European cities. People have been living and building here since the 9th century. The Old Town historical district in Krakow’s heart is actually the medieval city established in 1257. Krakow remains the undisputed architectural capital of Poland and home to one of Europe’s oldest universities. The many parks and the Planty, the green city belt surrounding the city centre, make Krakow, a wonderful city to visit. Krakow’s entire stare miasto, old town, is lovely, every street worth a slow stroll. At its centre is the Rynek Glowny, one of the most beautiful market squares in Europe. The Kosciol Mariacki in its northeast corner, is a richly decorated cathedral, with a 500-year-old carved altarpiece. Diagonally across the square stands the lonely town hall tower spared when the rest of the building was demolished in 1820. Sitting on the Wista River, is the Wawel Castle, the finest surviving piece of Renaissance architecture in Poland. The castle was the royal seat of Poland, and is the city's main tourist attraction. The grounds consist of the palace, a huge Cathedral and a large garden. The Royal Cathedral dominates the complex of Wawel. It was the coronation site and burial place of almost all of monarchs of Poland. Built in the early 11th century in Romanesque style its tower offers a splendid view of Krakow. The beauty of its old architecture, the ambience of great culture, art and literature, the charm of its numerous cafes, bars and pubs, always full of locals and tourists, makes this city one of world's best tourist destinations.
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11 Jul
Accommodation
3 Nights
Metropolo by Golden Tulip
Krakow - Show on map > 5.5 km from centre
8.9
Very good
6323
Airport Shuttle
Restaurant
Parking
Classic Room - 2 Single Beds Free Wifi Shower
ROOM ONLY
Free cancellation
14 Jul
Transport from Krakow to Vienna
Eurocity
Eurocity - 107
Direct
13:57
Kraków Główny
5h 52m
19:49
WIEN HBF
STANDARD
STANDARD Standard (Non Flex)
14 Jul
3. Vienna
Stay
About the destination: Vienna, the capital of Austria, is a city where imperial history and contemporary culture blend seamlessly. Grand boulevards, elegant palaces, and ornate coffeehouses create an atmosphere of old-world charm, while vibrant neighborhoods, modern museums, and a thriving creative scene keep the city firmly in the present. From the Ringstrasse lined with monumental buildings to cozy side streets filled with local shops and bakeries, Vienna invites you to explore at a leisurely pace. No visit is complete without discovering Vienna’s imperial heritage. Start at Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburgs, with its lavish interiors and expansive gardens. In the city center, the Hofburg complex houses the Imperial Apartments, the Sisi Museum, and the Spanish Riding School, where you can watch the famous Lipizzaner stallions. Nearby, St. Stephen’s Cathedral rises above the old town, offering panoramic views from its tower over the rooftops and the Danube. Vienna is equally renowned for its cultural life and music. The city was home to Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss, and you can still feel that legacy in venues like the Vienna State Opera and the Musikverein, where classical concerts are held almost every night. Art lovers should head to the MuseumsQuartier to explore the Leopold Museum and the MUMOK, or visit the Kunsthistorisches Museum for one of Europe’s finest collections of Old Masters. In between sights, relax in a traditional coffeehouse, sipping a Melange and tasting a slice of Sachertorte. Beyond the monuments, Vienna is a city of green spaces and relaxed living. Walk or cycle along the Danube Canal, picnic in the Prater park beneath the iconic Giant Ferris Wheel, or take a short tram ride to the vineyards on the city’s outskirts for a glass of local wine at a Heuriger (wine tavern). Efficient public transport, safe streets, and a compact center make it easy to explore, whether you have a weekend or a week. Vienna’s mix of history, culture, and laid-back charm makes it a rewarding destination in any season.
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14 Jul
Accommodation
3 Nights
Max Brown Hotel 5th District, part of Sircle Collection
Vienna - Show on map > 2.4 km from centre
8.7
Very good
6452
Restaurant
Parking
Fitness
Small Room
ROOM ONLY
Hand Picked Offer
17 Jul
Transport from Vienna to Budapest
Eurocity
Eurocity - 149
Direct
16:42
WIEN HBF
2h 37m
19:19
Budapest-Keleti pu
STANDARD
STANDARD Standard (Non Flex)
17 Jul
4. Budapest
Stay
About the destination: Budapest is known as one of Europe’s most stunning cities. It may be thanks to its impressive surroundings, the Danube River that divides the city, the Buda hills to the west and the Great Plain to the east or due to its varied and beautiful architecture: Renaissance, Byzantine, Neo-Classical, and Art-Nouveau buildings coexist in perfect harmony. Its extensive World Heritage Site includes: the banks of the Danube, Buda Castle Quarter, Andrassy Avenue, Hero’s Square, and the Millennium Underground Railway. To top that, the city has 80 geothermal springs, the world’s largest water cave system where visitors can indulge in a relaxing bath. Budapest became a single city in 1873, occupying both banks of the river Danube, to the west there is Buda and Pest lays at the east. Both sides of the city have very different personalities. Buda is the quiet section of the city. Walking around Buda, travelers will be able to inspect the Castle Quarter and explore the narrow cobbled streets that lead to the Fishermen’s bastion with its fairytale towers, which represent the 7 tribes that existed in the city in the 9th century. This decorative fortification is located atop the Buda Castel Hill and offers the best panoramic view in Budapest. The eastern side, Pest, is where all the action takes place. This section of the city has a fin-de-siècle feel to it and nearly every building has some interesting or unusual detail. Visitors will be invited to take long strolls on its wide boulevards filled with all sorts of shops or enjoy a well-deserved coffee in its grand coffee houses. Pest is home to the parliament building and the Dohari street synagogue, the largest synagogue in Europe. The scars of WWII are still present in the city, bullet holes and shrapnel scorings left over from the Second World War and the 1956 Uprising are still visible in some of the facades, painful reminders of this grey period of history. There are several tributes honoring the Hungarian Jews that lost their lives, as the poignant Shoes on the Danube memorial or the Raoul Wallenberg Holocaust Memorial Park. This side of the river is also considered the cultural heart of the city with numerous art galleries and with more opera, concerts and ballet performances than there are days of the week. The capital’s best restaurants are found in Pest too, and it’s here the nightlife wrestles with until the early hours as well. For a unique drink try a Ruin Pub, Budapest’s network of bars in disused buildings that include former tenement houses, factory buildings and community centres. Budapest has combined all its influences and overcome its complex history to shape its own character, and sure it did it right.
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17 Jul
Accommodation
2 Nights
IntercityHotel Budapest
Budapest - Show on map > 2.4 km from centre
9
Superb
5762
Airport Shuttle
Restaurant
Breakfast
Superior Twin Room
ROOM ONLY
19 Jul
Transport from Budapest to London
Return
Wizz Air
Wizz Air - W6 2205
Direct
17:40
Budapest Ferenc Liszt (BUD)
2h 45m
19:25
Luton London (LTN)
Basic > 0 PC
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