Amsterdam to Budapest by Train

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Starting in quirky Amsterdam for street food feasting & canal boat cruising, you'll glide through some of Europe's coolest cities by rail from Berlin to Budapest, stopping off at bohemian Prague and opulent Vienna along the way. With time for a guided tour of Berlin hosted by refugees, a traditional Czech dinner in a converted wine cellar, schnitzels &...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    Starting in quirky Amsterdam for street food feasting & canal boat cruising, you'll glide through some of Europe's coolest cities by rail from Berlin to Budapest, stopping off at bohemian Prague and opulent Vienna along the way. With time for a guided tour of Berlin hosted by refugees, a traditional Czech dinner in a converted wine cellar, schnitzels & thrill rides at one of the world's oldest theme parks in Vienna and a soak in the famous Széchenyi thermal baths in Budapest, you'll uncover an authentic side to these cities that will steal your heart.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityAmsterdam
End CityBudapest

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Berlin
  • Budapest
  • Prague
  • Vienna

Activities

  • Culture
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1: Start Amsterdam

Your European train adventure begin here. Starting in Amsterdam, we'll immediately fall in love with the cute gable houses, canals, neo-Gothic architecture and friendly locals. First up, an option to sample cocktails whilst cruising the UNESCO World Heritage Listed ca...

Day 2: Amsterdam

Rise and shine! This morning you'll have the option to get an exclusive morning entry pass to the A'Dam Tower and Swing, skipping the queues to enjoy epic views over the sprawling city below. The rest of the day is all about exploration - from Anne Frank's museum to t...

Day 3: Amsterdam to Berlin

You've been a blast, Amsterdam, but we're making tracks for the next adventure today.Hallo Berlin! This eclectic, richly historical and culturally charming city will blow us away as soon as we arrive. We'll waste no time in checking out the cutting-edge culinary scene...

Day 4: Berlin

This morning we'll get to enjoy an exclusive Contiki Cares experience with a social enterprise called Refugee Voices, learning from young refugees on a fascinating walking tour that draws parallels between the city's turbulent past and the situation in modern Syria. The rest of the day is yours - why not spend the afternoon eating your way through Berlin's hipster Kreuzberg district?

Day 5: Berlin to Prague

Berlin you've been a blast, but we're making tracks for new adventures today, jumping on the train to Prague.Arriving in Prague, we'll explore the cobblestones, cathedrals and castles on a walking tour, before refuelling with a traditional Czech dinner in an spectacular converted wine cellar. Believe us when we say that the beer here is the best in Europe.

Day 6: Prague

Make the most of your free day today by signing up for a morning bicycle tour, the perfect way to navigate the narrow alleyways and quaint corners of the city otherwise forgotten. Afterwards, maybe catch the tram to one of Prague's outer neighbourhoods like hipster Vr...

Day 7: Prague to Vienna

We're jumping on another train today and making our way to Austria.Ah Vienna! We'll kick things off in this grand capital with a walking tour and explore the opulent classical architecture and wide streets. Summer evenings can be spent like a local, watching the sun set over the Donaukanal at a gorgeous beach bar. In the winter, cosy up in a classic Viennese coffee house.

Day 8: Vienna

Waking up in the stunning capital of Vienna, a city known for its coffee culture and baroque architecture, we'll have plenty of adventures to pursue today. Opt to take a Kick Bike tour to explore the city's heritage-rich streets and buildings on two wheels. Finish your day at one of the world's most historic theme parks: Prater, and eat some schnitzels in the leafy surrounding park.

Day 9: Vienna to Budapest

Today we're making our way to Hungary!Another scenic train ride will take us into the grandeur of Budapest.Tonight, something a bit different, as we have the option to escape the masses and cook dinner with the locals. This immersive, fully interactive experience will bring us closer than ever before to Hungary’s rich history and culinary culture.

Day 10: Budapest

This morning choose to learn about the past & present of Hungarian history and culture culminating at Budapest's most famous thermal baths - Szechenyi - enjoying the most traditional spa experience in the world. The water here is supplied by 2 thermal springs to ...

Day 11: End Budapest

Today we say farewell to our Contiki family and our European adventure, but we'll stay in touch, and we'll no doubt be back soon enough.

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Price per day$223
Last Updated: 12/6/2024

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13 meals: 10 breakfasts and 3 dinners
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