London to Budapest by Train | Summer | 2024
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
BBLHA19-486-
Start City:
London
End City:
Budapest
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
Budget
Tour Length:
15 days
Dates & Prices
| Start Date | End Date | Offers | Brochure Land Price | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Jun 22, 2024 | Saturday, Jul 06, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Saturday, Jul 20, 2024 | Saturday, Aug 03, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Saturday, Aug 31, 2024 | Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote |
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This one makes tracks through some of Europe's coolest cities, taking the train from London to Budapest and spending time in dreamy Paris, quirky Amsterdam, historical Berlin, bohemian Prague and opulent Vienna along the way. Foodie walking tours, street art, Berlin's iconic nightlife & a cruise on the Danube are just a few of the highlights, while scenic train rides show you authentic Europe from a classic mode of transport.
Countries Visited
Austria , Czech Republic , England , France , Germany , Hungary , Netherlands
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Day 1
Start LondonThe adventure begins. We'll take a London walking tour to see all the spectacular sights this city has to offer then get to know each other over a three-course dinner.Accommodation: Royal National Hotel (or similar)
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Day 2
LondonGood morning London! How you spend your day is up to you - check out eerily lifelike celebrity waxworks at world famous Madame Tussauds, opt to see the skyline from a peerless perspective on the London Eye, get spooked out at the London Dungeon and more. Then this evening’s activity… yup, we’ll have the option to join an East End food walking tour – sampling as much international cuisine as we can muster.Accommodation: Royal National Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 3
London to ParisTa-ra, Thames. Time to hop on the Eurostar to Paris – after our buffet breakfast of course! An iconic train journey later, and we're in Paris. With no time to waste, you’ll visit a Perfumery, where you’ll take a look around and even have the chance to craft a signature scent of your own. We'll then get acquainted with the city's 'ooh la la' worthy sites with a free afternoon to see the icons and maybe check out one of Paris's coolest neighbourhoods, Montmartre or Le Marais, close to our hotel.Accommodation: Ibis Styles Gare de l’Est Château Landon (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 4
ParisCuisine and cabaret day. We'll start this morning with an optional patisserie walking tour, winding our way around the cutest cafes in Paris, sampling dreamy pastries as we go. Afterwards, you’ve got all day to explore (and check out everything you missed yesterday). Tonight, it's off to a Paris cabaret show, with dinner and champagne to really switch on the sophistication.Accommodation: Ibis Styles Gare de l’Est Château Landon (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 5
Paris to AmsterdamAnother day, another incredible European city... Dam That’s Preddy. Welcome to Amsterdam! In the evening, we'll head to Foodhallen to sample eclectic bars, live music and art exhibitions, not to mention some of the best food in Europe.Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Dinner -
Day 6
AmsterdamRise and shine! First up, we’ll take to the canals for a truly unique boat tour. We’ll see Amsterdam through the eyes of refugees – hearing their stories as we gawk at the splendid views, you’re guaranteed to step off the boat with a whole new perspective on life. The rest of the day is all about exploration – from Rijksmuseum to the Heineken Factory. This evening, opt to get an exclusive entry pass to the A'Dam Tower and Swing, skipping the queues to enjoy epic views over the sprawling city below. Afterwards the night is yours to explore this vibrant city and experience its legendary nightlife.Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 7
Amsterdam to BerlinYou've been a blast, Amsterdam, but today we're making tracks for our next adventure.Hello Berlin! We'll waste no time in checking out the cutting-edge culinary scene, both vegan and carnivorous! After that, the evening is yours to explore the city's world-famous nightlife. The buzzing scene here is a joyous tribute to German reunification, and since the fall of the Berlin Wall the city has staked its claim as the techno capital of the world. Please Note: The 31-Aug departure of this trip will be the very first one to include an exciting new overnight train from Amsterdam to Berlin. Rather than spending Day 7 on the train, you'll spend a whole extra day exploring Amsterdam! In the evening, we'll hop onboard the overnight train. Think couchette bunk beds, comfy outfits and crazy laughter with your Contiki crew. The facilities might be basic (with communal no-shower bathrooms), but just imagine everything you could do with some extra time in the sensational city of Amsterdam. In the morning, we'll arrive in another wonderful European capital - Berlin!Accommodation: B&B Berlin City Ost (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast Dinner -
Day 8
Berlin2 walking tours today. This morning, take a historical walking tour, including a visit to the site of Hitler's bunker. This evening, you’ll have the chance to explore Berlin's oh-so-historical (and oh-so-hipster) Kreuzberg district and finish off with dinner.Accommodation: B&B Berlin City Ost (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 9
Berlin to PragueBerlin 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. Believe us when we say that the beer here is the best in Europe.Accommodation: Ibis Praha Old Town (or similar)
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Day 10
PragueTime to explore more of Prague - catch the tram to one of Prague's outer neighbourhoods like hipster Vršovice, boasting art nouveau buildings, offbeat coffee haunts and streets lined with communal pianos. Prague is a paradise for beer lovers too, so don't forget to check out some of the city's coolest bars (of which there are many to choose from!). Or better yet, join a food tour where you'll be shown some of the very best spots to eat.Accommodation: Ibis Praha Old Town (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 11
Prague to ViennaWe'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. Evenings can be spent like a local, watching the sun set over the Donaukanal at a gorgeous beach bar or a classic Viennese coffee house or choose to end the day at Habibi & Hawara for a wholesome Make Travel Matter® dinner.Accommodation: A&O Vienna Hauptbahnhof (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 12
ViennaWaking 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 before ending the day at one of the world's most historic theme parks: Prater, and eating schnitzel in the leafy surrounding park.Accommodation: A&O Vienna Hauptbahnhof (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 13
Vienna to BudapestToday 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.Accommodation: Ibis Styles Budapest City West (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 14
BudapestThis morning choose to learn about the past & present of Hungarian history and culture culminating at Budapest's most famous thermal baths - Széchenyi - enjoying the most traditional spa experience in the world. The water here is supplied by 2 thermal springs to make up the largest medicinal baths in Europe. Tonight we'll enjoy the best way to experience the city's flamboyant architecture, as we take a dreamy night time cruise down the Danube, getting to see all of Budapest's historical buildings from the water as we enjoy a drink.Accommodation: Ibis Styles Budapest City West (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 15
End BudapestToday 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.
Meals: Breakfast
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Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 14 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- London: Follow your Trip Manager on a stroll around the UK capital to tick off some of the major sights. Just don’t forget to pack an umbrella for the famous (unpredictable) British weather.
- London: Meet your new gang of besties. After a few beers you’ll feel like you’ve known each other for decades.
- Paris: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
- Paris: Looking for the perfect souvenir? After a guided tour, you’ll have the chance to craft a sumptuous scent of your own – with a local guide on hand to help.
- Amsterdam: Welcome to Amsterdam’s famous Foodhallen – a street food market full of Europe’s best food.
- Berlin: Discover the history of 20th century Berlin with our Local Guide & get up close to notorious Third Reich spots. Get the low-down on Hitler's last days at the site of his underground bunker & learn about Goebbels, the sinister spin doctor at the former Reich's Propaganda Ministry. You'll hear about East German communism before making a sobering visit to the Holocaust Memorial.
- Prague: Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views.
- Prague: Hang out with your Contiki fam and sample some classic Czech food and drink.
- Vienna: Boost your step count with a stroll around Vienna. See St Stephen’s Cathedral and the State Opera House as you go.
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Question: How many suitcases can I take with me on my trip?
Each person is allowed one "check-in," and one "carry-on." Remember to take all valuables with you as "carry-on", because electronic equipment, cameras, laptops, jewelry, business documents and money are not covered by the airlines' liability, so always carry them aboard with you.
Question: Is Airfare Included in the Price?
Airfare from your point of origin to and from the trip is not included in the land price.
Overall Rating
3.9
Accommodations
3.8
Itinerary
4
Professional Staff
4.2
Repeat with Operator
3.9
Value for Money
3.8
We were lucky that the group of people with were good, but it was a large group tour and did have some of the downfalls of a trip of that nature, like frequent breaks for the bathroom, difficulty when eating out together, and getting things on and off the coach. The trip was still great and a good value for the money.
It was a good value and the experiences included were worth it. The only part that wasn't the best were the accommodations as it was hit and miss. Half of the hotels on the trip were okay, and the other half were really nice.
I had an amazing trip!
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