Itinerary - 6 Night Holiday by Rail

Day 1

Travel from London to Vienna

Travel on Eurostar from London to Brussels and then transfer onto the Thalys train to Cologne. Once In Cologne you transfer onto the overnight train to Vienna which arrives the next morning.

Days 2 and 3

Vienna

On arrival in Vienna, check in for your 2 night stay at the excellent Hotel Am Konzerthaus.

You then have two full days to discover arguably Europe's most classical city. St. Stephen’s Cathedral is well worth a visit, situated in the heart of Vienna. Its roof is one of Vienna’s most famous landmarks. The church was built in the 12th century and completely revamped in Gothic style during the 14th century.

Also try and fit in a visit to The Wiener Staatsoper (Vienna State Opera). This State Opera is famed all around the world thanks to the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and their opera performances. The festive building itself was built 1869 in an Italian Renaissance style. Railbookers can arrange any extras in Vienna.

Day 4

Vienna to Salzburg

Take the train from Vienna to Salzburg which takes approximately 3 hours.

On arrival, check in for a two night stay at the Austrotel Salzburg.

Day 5

Salzburg

Spend a full day Austria’s most picturesque city which is steeped in history and culture.

Be sure not to miss the Hohensalzburg Fortress which dates back to 1077. The Hohensalzburg Fortress is the largest completely preserved fortress in central Europe and has served as a place of refuge for the archbishops during the Hungarian War and the Peasants’ War as well as a military barracks and a prison. Nowadays the fortress is open to the public.

Mozart's birthplace A visit to Salzburg wouldn’t be complete without going to the birth place of the world's most famous composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The house is now a museum dedicated to Mozart where you can look at various fascinating exhibits, including his musical instruments and correspondence from the Mozart family.

Day 6

Salzburg to Munich

After breakfast take the train from Salzburg to Munich.

On arrival check-in for an overnight night stay at the Courtyard Munich City Centre, situated next to the station

Spend an afternoon exploring the capital of Bavarian Germany. Munich is one of the most picturesque cities in Germany and, set in the heart of Bavaria, can offer travellers an unforgettable experience. The old town hall, for example, dates from the 15th century and currently houses a toy museum which contains items from the early part of the 19th century. The centrepiece of the city has to be Marienplatz, with its wealth of bars and restaurants which dot the streets leading to and from the square. It is also the site of the majestic new town hall, with its central spire reaching up into the sky.

Day 7

Munich to London

Travel by high speed train to Frankfurt before changing to Brussels and then finally the Eurostar back to London