Prague to Budapest By Train – Hungary | Austria | Czechia Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

Prague to Budapest By Train 18-35 year olds

The one that makes tracks through three of Eastern Europe’s coolest cities

Want to discover through Eastern Europe’s top three coolest cities by rail, complete with scenic views? Starting in the bohemian city of Prague, we’ll have time for a guided walking tour through the cobbled streets & traditional craft beer tasting, before making tracks for Vienna to hang at the local ‘beach bars’, drink Viennese coffee and take thrill rides at one of the world’s oldest theme parks. Gliding on to Budapest, we’ll have the chance to learn to cook authentic Hungarian dishes with the locals & take a dreamy cruise down the Danube, uncovering a whole new side to Eastern Europe as we go.

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

Reviews by tour participants:

4.5 out of 5 stars (2 Reviews)*

Trip duration and price:

7 days, 3 countries from about $960* (you’ll find other currencies and final prices on the booking page)

Included Meals:

6 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner

Included Accommodations:

6 nights in Hotels

Group Size:

Maximum 24 people

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Prague

Day 2: Prague

Day 3: Prague

Vienna

Day 4: Vienna

Day 5: Vienna

Budapest

Day 6: Budapest

Day 7: Budapest

Day 1: Prague

Prague
Your European train adventure begins here. Starting 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.

Ibis Praha Old Town (or similar)

Included Meals:

Dinner Tour Prague on foot Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views.
Feast on a traditional Czech dinner Hang out with your Contiki fam and sample some classic Czech food and drink. 

Day 2: Prague

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 and in the afternoon you have the chance for a local expert to take you on a tour of some of Prague’s coolest and best micro-breweries.

Ibis Praha Old Town (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Czech Beer ExperienceEver wanted to find out why Czech beer is one of the most famous beers around the world? Join a local guide on a tour where you’ll learn about Czech beer whilst you get to taste it.
Additional costs apply

Day 3: Prague to Vienna

PragueWe’re jumping on another train today and making our way to Austria.ViennaAh 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.

JO&JOE Vienna (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Get to know Vienna Boost your step count with a stroll around Vienna. See St Stephen’s Cathedral and the State Opera House as you go. 

Day 4: Vienna

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 before ending the day at one of the world’s most historic theme parks: Prater, and eating schnitzel in the leafy surrounding park.

JO&JOE Vienna (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Schnitzel & ScreamsWrap your laughing gear around the world-famous Wiener Schnitzel with your travel buddies before hitting up some of the best rides in Vienna’s home of fun – Prater Park. This is a night to let your hair down, scream you heart out & have a laugh in the fun park where you can feel like a kid again.
Additional costs apply

Day 5: Vienna to Budapest

ViennaToday we’re making our way to Hungary!BudapestAnother 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.

Ibis Budapest Heroes Square (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

CookWith BudapestTonight something different – we escape the masses & cook dinner with the locals. A fantastic interactive experience with an insight into Hungarian history, culture, food, wine & culinary tradition.
Additional costs apply

Day 6: Budapest

BudapestThis 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 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 an authentic feast.

Ibis Budapest Heroes Square (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Szechenyi Baths & Walking TourWith a local guide take a walk through the Jewish Quarter of Budapest & hear the stories of this area; You will see the former Ghetto where Synagogues, monuments & kosher restaurants can be found before relaxing in Szechenyi Baths. Szechenyi Baths thermal spring is one of the deepest & warmest in the city.
Additional costs apply

Budapest River Cruise with DrinksTake in a different view of the “Paris of the East” from the river Danube while cruising past night-time Budapest with drinks in hand. Our Local Guide tells you about Hungary’s heyday when the Austro-Hungarian Empire was dominant & points out the city’s important buildings from this period, which are lit up for the night.
Additional costs apply

Day 7: End Budapest

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.

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Destination:

Europe > Hungary | Austria | Czechia > Want to discover through Eastern Europe’s top three coolest cities by rail, complete with scenic views? Starting in the bohemian city of Prague, we’ll have time for a guided walking tour through the cobbled streets & traditional craft beer tasting, before making tracks for Vienna to hang at the local ‘beach bars’, drink Viennese coffee and take thrill rides at one of the world’s oldest theme parks. Gliding on to Budapest, we’ll have the chance to learn to cook authentic Hungarian dishes with the locals & take a dreamy cruise down the Danube, uncovering a whole new side to Eastern Europe as we go.

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