Chat with us, powered by LiveChat Journey through Central Europe | Railway holidays | Cox & Kings
020 7873 5000
We are open today 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
or
Request a quote

Did you know we can tailor any tour?

Neil Davis

Platinum Travel Consultant

020 7808 6785

020 7808 6785

Lead Price
From £2695pp
Duration
12 days & 11 nights
Itinerary Type
Tailor Made
Holiday Type
Rail Journey
Tour Highlights

Journey through Central Europe

Journey across Central Europe by rail, visiting Germany, the Czech Republic, Austria and Switzerland on a private holiday tailored to you. You benefit from the excellent rail links across the continent, allowing seamless cross-border travel. Begin in Berlin, home of the Reichstag and Checkpoint Charlie. Continue to the compact, walkable Czech capital of Prague and its gothic castle, followed by Vienna, a historic centre of music and replete with palatial architecture. In Munich, you can admire the restored old town as well as the only surviving medieval crown produced in England. Finish in Zurich for an amble around the Altstadt or perhaps a cruise on the Limmat.

Itinerary

YEAR:
DAY 1: Arrive Berlin, Germany
- +

Arrive Berlin, Germany

Travel from London St Pancras to Berlin, connecting in Brussels with the overnight sleeper service operated by Austrian Federal Railways.(N)

Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.

DAY 2: Berlin
- +

Berlin

Arrive in Berlin and check in at the Hilton Berlin for 2 nights. Rooms for immediate occupancy will be arranged. (B)

Accommodation: Hilton Berlin
DAY 3: Berlin
- +

Berlin

Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Germany’s history-rich capital, Berlin, home to landmarks such as the Reichstag and Checkpoint Charlie, as well as an abundance of museums and galleries. Alternatively, visit nearby Potsdam – once the seat of the Prussian and German monarchs, and easily reached by train from Berlin Central Station. (B)

Accommodation: Hilton Berlin
DAY 4: Prague, Czech Republic
- +

Prague, Czech Republic

Depart Berlin and travel south to Prague by rail. Arrive in Prague and check in at Art Deco Imperial Hotel for 2 nights. (B)

Accommodation: Art Deco Imperial Hotel
DAY 5: Prague
- +

Prague

Your day is at leisure to explore Prague, the compact capital of the Czech Republic. Highlights include Prague Castle, with its gothic spire and astronomical clock; the nearby Old Town Square, surrounded by landmarks; and Charles Bridge, whose medieval arches span the Vltava river. (B)

Accommodation: Art Deco Imperial Hotel
DAY 6: Vienna, Austria
- +

Vienna, Austria

Depart Prague and travel by rail to Vienna. Check in at Hotel Kaiserhof Wien for 2 nights. Rooms for immediate occupancy will be arranged. (B)

Accommodation: Hotel Kaiserhof Wien
DAY 7: Vienna
- +

Vienna

Your day is free for exploring Vienna. Austria’s capital is a historic centre of music, and replete with palatial architecture. You may wish to admire the grand Habsburg palaces of Hofburg and Schönbrunn; and St Stephen’s Cathedral, with its lofty tower and striped, multicoloured rooftop; or sample something delicious from the city’s popular konditoreien (patisseries). (B)

Accommodation: Hotel Kaiserhof Wien
DAY 8: Munich, Germany
- +

Munich, Germany

Depart Vienna for Munich by train, then check in at Hotel Excelsior by Geisel for 2 nights. (B)

Accommodation: Hotel Excelsior by Geisel
DAY 9: Munich
- +

Munich

Today, independently explore Munich at your leisure.  Worthy sights include the restored Altstadt (old town), the two townhalls, Frauenkirche cathedral, and Residenz Schloss –which houses the only surviving medieval crown produced in England. (B)

Accommodation: Hotel Excelsior by Geisel
DAY 10: Zurich, Switzerland
- +

Zurich, Switzerland

Travel from Munich to Zurich by train, and check in at Hotel Adler for 2 nights. (B)

Accommodation: Hotel Adler
DAY 11: Zurich
- +

Zurich

The day is free for you to explore Zurich and its historic centre. The cobbled, walkable old town contains plenty of postcard-worthy sights, including Fraumünster church and its turquoise spire and the twin-towered Grossmünster church. You could also admire the city from the water, with a cruise along the Limmat river. (B)

Accommodation: Hotel Adler
DAY 12: Return to the UK
- +

Return to the UK

Depart Zurich for Paris, before proceeding via Eurostar to London St Pancras. (N)

Meal basis: As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.

Sorry, this itinerary is not Available on the selected date
Please try using different date to see our available options

The Cox & Kings signature experiences

  • Travel entirely by rail to/from London including a sleeper train between Brussels and Vienna 
  • Stay in characterful and centrally located hotels throughout 
  • Visit Munich's Residenz Schloss, which houses the only surviving medieval crown produced in England 
  • Sample Vienna's famed konditoreien (patisseries) in the heart of the city
Low Season
From £2695 per person
High Season
From £2995 per person

What's included

  • International & local rail travel as required
  • 11 nights’ accommodation
  • All breakfasts

Important information

SUPERIOR TOUR
This tour is based in 4-star accommodation.
Tailor-made travel
For a price quote based on alternative accommodation standards, to discuss flight options or to tailor this itinerary, please call to speak with a Cox & Kings consultant or enquire online.
Guideline prices
Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£), based on two people sharing a twin/double-room. Single supplement available on request. Pricing is indicative and may be subject to change due to external factors such as variable flight prices.
Meal basis
As per itinerary – B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Mobility
Suitable for people with mobility issues.
Tailored to you

Cox & Kings has been organising tailor-made holidays for generations. Let our specialists arrange an itinerary exactly tailored to your needs – no matter how complex or unique they may be.

Worldwide support

Enjoy round-the-clock support – in person, over the phone and online. This is made possible by our well-travelled staff and unrivalled network of offices in destinations across the world.

Your money is protected

Cox & Kings is ABTA bonded and ATOL protected. When you arrange a holiday with us, rest assured that your booking is secure and your money is protected.

Experts since 1758

Cox & Kings is a name you can trust. We’ve been helping the curious traveller explore for more than 265 years – longer than any other travel company.

Make an enquiry

Inspired to visit Europe? Enquire online or contact one of our experienced Europe specialists.

Order a brochure

For more travel inspiration, request a copy of the latest Cox & Kings brochure – a comprehensive collection of our group tours.