Prague To Budapest Rail Express
Prague To Budapest Rail Express
Prague To Budapest Rail Express
8 Days Starting in Prague and ending in Budapest
Visiting: Prague, Vienna, Budapest
Tour operator:
Tour code:
REAX
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 51
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTour Overview
Hop aboard this scenic train trip from Prague to Budapest with Expat Explore! This 8-day tour visits three incredible countries and includes ample free time in each destination. Embark on guided tours of Prague, Vienna and Budapest with expert guides who share fascinating insights on local culture and history. Treat yourself to authentic local fare for a real taste of these world-famous European cities. See bucket list sites and make unforgettable memories while you travel in comfort. You’ll enjoy the destinations and the journey when you travel from Prague to Budapest by train!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Of Tour In Prague
Location: Prague
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Prague and the first day of this scenic European rail tour from Prague to Budapest! Arrive in Prague and head to the hotel. If you arrive with enough time, head out and explore this beautiful city! Early in the evening, meet up with the tour leader and tour group at the hotel before setting out on the first group adventure; a traditional Czech dinner! Czech cuisine is hearty, filling and delicious. This evening’s meal is the perfect opportunity to get to know your fellow travellers and share the experiences you are most looking forward to.
Czech Dinner: Taste traditional Czech cuisine as part of an included dinner tonight.
Day 2: Prague
Location: Prague
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover Prague and all of its wonders during a full day in the city. Start off with a locally guided walking tour of the city. Admire the beautiful architecture and well-preserved monuments while exploring the “City of a Hundred Spires” on foot. Enjoy free time this afternoon to spend as you wish. Join the Prague+ optional excursion and discover more about this charming and historic city! Cruise along the Vltava River, explore the Mala Strana neighbourhood, explore the Prague Castle complex and more! Alternatively, climb the Clock Tower, visit local shops, see the John Lennon Wall, try the local cuisine and admire the scenery. Tonight, choose to experience an unforgettable evening of traditional Czech folk music and dance!
Locally guided tour of Prague: Nicknamed “the City of a Hundred Spires”, a guided tour of Prague showcases a wide variety of architectural styles. One of the highlights of the tour is a stop at the Astronomical Clock Tower which offers an animated show every hour. Other highlights include the fascinating Old Jewish Quarter and the iconic Charles Bridge.
Day 3: Prague - Vienna
Location: Prague, Vienna
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This tour from Prague to Budapest continues to Austria today. Arrive in Vienna and embark on a guided tour of this enchanting city. See highlights including St Stephen’s Cathedral and the Vienna State Opera and learn more about why the city is known as Europe’s cultural capital. Vienna is a destination famous for its imperial architecture, classical music and distinctive culture. It has been home to great talents and minds like Mozart, Beethoven and Freud! Enjoy an included dinner tonight in a historic cellar that dates back to the Romanesque and Gothic periods.
Vienna guided tour: Join a local guide and see why Vienna is known as the cultural capital of Europe. See top attractions such as the Palace Gate, Heldenplatz Square, Stephansplatz Square, the Vienna State Opera, St Stephen’s Cathedral and much more.
Dinner in Austria: Tonight’s included dinner is in a triple-level Gothic and Romanesque cellar with an amazing ambience.
Day 4: Vienna: Free Day
Location: Vienna
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full free day in Vienna today! The city and its surroundings are yours to explore however you wish. There are a number of great things to see and do in Vienna. One of the most popular activities is the optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace which was the main summer residence of the Habsburg monarchs and royal family. The 18th-century palace, gardens and park offer a look into the Habsburg dynasty and lifestyle centuries ago. Admire the many extravagant rooms, see the Gloriette, explore the lavish gardens and spend time in the museums on site before enjoying coffee and cake in a historic café! In the evening, why not enjoy a classical music concert and experience Vienna‘s musical history?
Day 5: Vienna: Free Day
Location: Vienna
Meals Included: Breakfast
It’s another free day in Vienna today. At this point, you will have experienced most of Vienna’s travel highlights. Now it’s time to enjoy Vienna as the locals do! Visit one of the famous coffee houses and enjoy a hot cuppa and a slice of Sachertorte or apple strudel - two dishes Vienna is well-loved for! Stroll through the city’s squares to absorb the local culture, visit the Vienna Naschmarkt for a top-class culinary experience, or catch a live classical music performance. Alternatively, add another country to your list and join the day trip to Bratislava in Slovakia - Vienna’s twin city!
Day 6: Vienna - Budapest
Location: Vienna, Budapest
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Board the train and get ready to say “hello Hungary!” today. Leaving Vienna, the tour travels to Budapest, Hungary’s capital city. Arrive and set off on a guided walking tour of the Castle District. Learn more about this beautiful city which lines the banks of the Danube River as you walk the historic cobbled lanes. After the tour, enjoy free time to explore more of Budapest on your own. This evening, the group will enjoy an included dinner.
Budapest guided tour: Enjoy a guided tour of the Castle district. This area is packed with many of the city’s most important museums and attractions such as Castle Hill, the Fisherman’s Bastion and the Royal Palace.
Day 7: Budapest: Free Day
Location: Budapest
Meals Included: Breakfast
Make the most of a full free day in Budapest today. The city is a photographer’s delight and is filled with incredible architecture from castles and bridges to basilicas and bathhouses! There are a number of activities to enjoy in Budapest. Visit one of the city’s famous thermal baths. Budapest has been nicknamed “the City of Spas”, as over 100 natural thermal springs bubble underneath the city. The distinctively yellow Széchenyi Baths in City Park is one of the most famous. This evening, choose to embark on a dinner cruise on the Danube and marvel at Budapest’s magical sights by night!
Day 8: End Of Tour In Budapest
Location: Budapest
Meals Included: Breakfast
After eight days of travelling from Prague to Budapest by train, the tour comes to an end this morning. In just over a week, you will have seen incredible European travel highlights on an unforgettable train journey. Enjoy a final breakfast with the group this morning and say farewell to your newly made travel friends. Be sure to swap contact details before parting ways!
What's Included
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Accommodation
7 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability) -
Transport
All rail travel throughout your tour with reserved seat selection
Standard Class Rail
Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days) -
Meals
7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
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Experiences
Taste authentic Czech cuisine in Prague
Embark on a walking tour of Prague with a local guide
Discover Vienna, Austria’s capital
Enjoy dinner in a historic Viennese cellar
Explore the Castle District in Budapest
What's Not Included
International flights
Travel to the start point and from the endpoint is not included. We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best deals on international flights.
Travel insurance
For a relatively small price, travel insurance provides you with the peace of mind so that you can enjoy your tour without any worries.
All passengers travelling on an Expat Explore tour are required to have valid travel insurance cover and you are responsible for arranging your own insurance. Click here for more information.
Mode of Transport
- All rail travel throughout your tour with reserved seat selection
- Standard Class Rail
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
Accommodation
- 7 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
Traveller Comfort - *RAIL* tours
We welcome all travellers on our tours but we would like to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. In light of this, please ensure that you are happy with the below information and level of fitness required.
Expat Explore tries to be as accommodating as possible, however, our tours are unfortunately not designed for people travelling with wheelchairs or severe mobility issues.
Our tours are fast paced because they are designed for you to see the most a destination has to offer. We also want to ensure that you explore as much as possible, which may require long periods without stops on the train as we travel to a new destination.
We offer orientation and walking tours in some destinations, and a wheelchair is not always a practical option as there are often cobbled streets and stairs on these tours.
With regards to our accommodation, not all hotels have lifts and this can mean potentially having to carry bags up and down stairs.
Many train stations in Europe are in historic buildings, with normal stairs and limited escalators and elevators available. You will be required to carry all of your luggage up and down stairs to reach the platforms.
For more information regarding traveller fitness please see our Terms and Conditions.
Check out our Q&As
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
If you are travelling alone there is no compulsory charge - you will share a twin room with another passenger of the same gender. There is an optional single supplement/private room upgrade available for single travellers who wish to have a private room. This can be added at the time of booking or by contacting our team.
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Children on tour?
Our tours are not suitable for young children which is why we have a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email. Minors (between 10 and 18 years of age) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who accepts full responsibility for them. Unaccompanied minors will not be accepted on tour. Expat Explore reserves the right to decline any booking at our discretion. Any minor (between 10 and 18 years of age) is priced the same as an adult.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
The health and safety of our travellers and employees are our top priority. Which means, when you travel with us, our enhanced hygiene protocols will ensure you do so in a safe and responsible way - ask for details of current policies.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Expat Explore we value responsible travel and are committed to exploring the world consciously and kindly. We are proud to make responsible travel possible with a number of our sustainable travel practices!
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Relate is a South African based not-for-profit organisation that Expat Explore supports. The group aims to help those less fortunate create better lives for themselves through a variety of fundraising initiatives. On our South Africa tours, each passenger will receive an Expat Explore branded Relate bracelet. We donate the cost of these bracelets to our chosen Relate charity: the Nelson Mandela Sc
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Cancellation Policy
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