• Home
  • Sign up for newsletter
  • Find a personal travel manager
  • Deal

    Gems of the Danube Rail Journey
    10 nights
    From $7,729* per person twin share
    Save up to $400^ per couple. Plus, breakfast daily, all rail travel, guided city tours and sightseeing, plus more
    Uncover the timeless elegance and cultural treasures of Central Europe on this eleven-day rail holiday through Hungary, Austria, and Germany. Begin in Budapest, where grand boulevards, thermal baths, and a vibrant café culture meet centuries of imperial history. Continue to Vienna, the city of music and magnificent palaces, before travelling north to Nuremberg, rich in medieval charm and hearty Bavarian cuisine. End your journey in Munich, Bavaria’s cosmopolitan capital and gateway to fairy-tale castles. With scenic rail travel, guided sightseeing, and centrally located hotels, this itinerary offers the perfect combination of immersive experiences and the freedom to explore at your own pace.
    Your tour includes: Tour highlights:

    Your tour includes:

    Tour highlights:

    Your tour includes:

    Your tour includes:

    • 10 nights of hotel accommodation
    • Breakfast daily
    • Half-day guided city tour of Budapest
    • Private walking tour of Vienna’s secret courtyards
    • Wachau Valley and Melk Abbey private excursion
    • Group excursion to Rothenburg ob der Tauber
    • Full-day guided tour to Neuschwanstein Castle
    • Rail travel as per itinerary
    Tour highlights:

    Tour highlights:

    • Explore the highlights of Budapest on a half-day guided sightseeing tour
    • Relax in the city’s famous thermal baths or enjoy a Danube River cruise at leisure
    • Uncover hidden gems on a private walking tour of Vienna’s secret courtyards
    • Journey through the Wachau Valley with a visit to the magnificent Melk Abbey
    • Discover the medieval charm of Rothenburg ob der Tauber on a group excursion
    • Visit the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle on a full-day guided tour
    • Travel by scenic rail between Hungary, Austria, and Germany
    Valid for travel
    Departing 1 June 2027. Subject to availability. Seasonal surcharges may apply. Other departure dates available until August 2028. Ask your personal travel manager for a quote.
    Offer expires
    9 Oct 2026 unless sold prior

    Itinerary

    Collapse all Expand all

    Day 1

    Budapest, Hungary

    Arrive in Hungary’s grand capital and make your way to your hotel for a three-night stay. Spend the rest of the day exploring at your leisure, perhaps strolling along the Danube promenade or enjoying a coffee in one of the city’s elegant cafés.

    Day 2

    Budapest, Hungary

    Join a half-day guided sightseeing tour of Budapest today, exploring both Buda and Pest. Visit Heroes’ Square, the Castle District, Parliament, and the Central Market Hall while learning about the city’s fascinating history.

    Day 3

    Budapest, Hungary

    Enjoy a full day at leisure to experience Budapest at your own pace. Soak in the historic Széchenyi or Gellért Baths, take a scenic river cruise, browse boutique shops in the Jewish Quarter, or sample traditional Hungarian dishes.

    Day 4

    Budapest - Vienna, Austria

    Travel by train to Vienna and check into your centrally located hotel for a three-night stay. This afternoon, take a stroll along the Ringstrasse or relax in one of the city’s famed coffeehouses.

    Day 5

    Vienna, Austria

    Enjoy a private walking tour of Vienna’s secret courtyards today. Discover hidden passageways, elegant arcades, and peaceful gardens that reveal a quieter side of the city away from the bustling main streets.

    Day 6

    Wachau Valley - Melk Abbey, Austria

    Embark on a full-day tour through the beautiful Wachau Valley. Visit charming riverside towns along the Danube and explore the magnificent baroque Melk Abbey before returning to Vienna.

    Day 7

    Vienna - Nuremberg, Germany

    Board the train to Nuremberg and check in for a two-night stay. The rest of the day is free to explore the city’s medieval streets, half-timbered houses, and historic landmarks such as the Imperial Castle.

    Day 8

    Rothenburg Ob Der Tauber, Germany

    Take a group excursion to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval towns. Stroll along its intact city walls, wander cobbled streets, and browse artisan shops before returning to Nuremberg.

    Day 9

    Nuremberg - Munich, Germany

    Travel by train to Munich and check in for a two-night stay. Spend the afternoon exploring at your own pace—perhaps visiting the Viktualienmarkt, relaxing in the English Garden, or sampling Bavarian beer in a traditional beer hall.

    Day 10

    Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany

    Enjoy a full-day guided coach tour to the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle, set against the backdrop of the Bavarian Alps. Learn about its history and admire the breathtaking views before returning to Munich.

    Day 11

    Munich, Germany

    Check out of your hotel and make your way to the airport or the train station for your onward journey.

    Find a personal travel manager to make an enquiry

    Share with a friend.

    * Conditions

    Advertised prices are per person, correct at time of publication and are subject to availability and change and can be withdrawn or amended at any time without notification due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency. Offer is not combinable with any other offer. ^Save $400 per couple on the Gems of the Danube rail itinerary (10+ nights). These offers are only valid for bookings made between September 9 – October 9, 2026, for 2027 or 2028 departures. To be valid for this offer, accommodations must be booked through a Railbookers Group brand and the number of nights should not decrease. This sale is not combinable with other offers, please call for details. Discount applicable for adults only. All bookings must be made over the phone. Other exclusions and restrictions may apply. New reservations only.  Itineraries subject to change. Change and cancellation fees may apply. Your personal travel manager may charge additional service fees. Other conditions apply. Please view the TravelManagers general terms and conditions here and contact your personal travel manager for more details.

    PTM resource