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Prague, Vienna & Budapest · Prague, Vienna & Budapest: The Imperial Capitals by Rail

Three imperial capitals linked by train along the Danube

4.8318 reviews
8 Nights / 9 Days(8N/9D)
Czech Republic, Austria & Hungary, Central Europe
easy pace
Great for couples, family, senior

Destinations: Prague → Český Krumlov → Vienna → Budapest

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Overview

About this Prague, Vienna & Budapest trip

Three of Europe's best-preserved capitals sit within a few hours of each other by train, which makes this one of the easiest multi-country holidays in Europe. Prague gives you Gothic spires, the castle district and a day in fairy-tale Český Krumlov. Vienna is all palaces, coffee houses and music, with Schönbrunn and St. Stephen's Cathedral at its heart. Budapest closes the trip with a Danube cruise past the floodlit Parliament and a soak in the Széchenyi thermal baths. You travel between cities on comfortable inter-city trains, so there are no airport queues mid-trip, and every hotel is central enough to walk to the old town.

Charles Bridge at dawn, Schönbrunn Palace, a Danube cruise past the Budapest Parliament and the Széchenyi thermal baths.

Duration: 8 Nights / 9 Days
Stay: 4-star
Transport: First-class inter-city trains between cities; private coach for Český Krumlov; public transport and walking in each city
Best time: April to June and September to October; December for the Christmas markets
Departures: 8 upcoming dates

Why Choose This Central Europe Tour?

Three countries on a single Schengen visa
First-class inter-city trains between Prague, Vienna and Budapest
Centrally located 4-star hotels within walking distance of each old town
Guided walking tours in every city with English-speaking local guides
Full-day excursion to UNESCO-listed Český Krumlov
Indian dinner arranged in each city for those who miss home food

Trip highlights

Charles Bridge and Prague Castle
Astronomical Clock in Old Town Square
Český Krumlov day trip
Schönbrunn Palace and gardens
Danube evening cruise in Budapest
Széchenyi thermal baths

Itinerary

Day-by-day plan for Prague, Vienna & Budapest

9 days, planned end to end

D1
- Arrive at Václav Havel Airport Prague, private transfer to your hotel
- Afternoon at leisure to recover from the flight
- Evening stroll across Charles Bridge as the castle lights up
- Overnight in Prague
D2
- Guided tour of Prague Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral and Golden Lane
- Walk down through the Lesser Town to Charles Bridge
- Old Town Square and the Astronomical Clock striking the hour
- Optional Vltava river dinner cruise, overnight in Prague
D3
- Drive south through Bohemia to Český Krumlov (approx. 3 hrs)
- Guided walk through the medieval old town in a bend of the Vltava
- Climb the castle tower for the classic red-roof view
- Return to Prague in the evening
D4
- Morning train from Prague to Vienna (approx. 4 hrs)
- Check in to your hotel near the Ringstrasse
- Evening at the Prater with a ride on the giant Ferris wheel
- Overnight in Vienna
D5
- Guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace, the Habsburg summer residence
- Walk up through the gardens to the Gloriette
- Afternoon at the Hofburg and the Sisi Museum
- Overnight in Vienna
D6
- St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Graben shopping street
- Coffee and Sachertorte at a classic Viennese café
- Free afternoon for Belvedere (Klimt's The Kiss) or shopping
- Optional evening concert of Mozart and Strauss, overnight in Vienna
D7
- Morning train to Budapest (approx. 2.5 hrs)
- Afternoon at Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion
- Evening cruise on the Danube past the illuminated Parliament
- Overnight in Budapest
D8
- Guided tour of the Hungarian Parliament Building
- St. Stephen's Basilica and Andrássy Avenue
- Afternoon soak in the outdoor pools of the Széchenyi thermal baths
- Farewell dinner, overnight in Budapest
D9
- Breakfast and a last walk across the Chain Bridge
- Souvenir shopping at the Central Market Hall
- Transfer to Budapest Airport for your flight home

What's covered

Inclusions & exclusions

Read this before you book — no surprise add-ons later.

Included

Return economy flights Hyderabad–Prague / Budapest–Hyderabad (one stop)
8 nights in centrally located 4-star hotels with breakfast
Prague–Vienna and Vienna–Budapest first-class train tickets
Private airport transfers on arrival and departure
Guided walking tours in Prague, Vienna and Budapest
Full-day Český Krumlov excursion with guide
Schönbrunn Palace and Hungarian Parliament entry tickets
Danube evening cruise and Széchenyi baths entry
3 Indian dinners (one in each city)
Schengen visa documentation assistance and travel insurance

Not included

Schengen visa fee and VFS service charges
City taxes payable directly at hotels
Lunches and dinners not mentioned
Optional Vltava dinner cruise and Vienna concert
Tips for guides and drivers
Anything not listed under inclusions

Stay & travel

Hotels & transport

Hotel category

4-star

Twin-sharing rooms with daily breakfast unless stated otherwise. Single rooms and upgrades on request.

Transport

First-class inter-city trains between cities; private coach for Český Krumlov; public transport and walking in each city

Airport and station pick-ups, sightseeing and inter-city transfers are arranged by our ground team.

Overnight stops: Arrive Prague · Prague Castle & Old Town · Český Krumlov Day Trip · Prague to Vienna · Schönbrunn & Imperial Vienna · Vienna Old Town · Vienna to Budapest · Budapest · Depart Budapest

Route

Route map

5 stops from start to finish

PragueStart
2Český KrumlovStop 2
3PragueStop 3
4ViennaStop 4
BudapestFinish

Plan ahead

Best time & what to pack

Best time to visit

April to June and September to October; December for the Christmas markets

Things to carry

Comfortable walking shoes for cobblestones
Light jacket or sweater even in summer; heavy coat from November to March
Swimwear and flip-flops for the Széchenyi baths
Compact umbrella
Universal travel adapter (Type C/E/F plugs)
Some euros, plus Czech koruna and Hungarian forint for small purchases
Copies of passport, visa and insurance

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Which visa do I need?

One short-stay Schengen visa covers all three countries. Prague and Vienna get three nights each, so you apply to the country you enter first, which is the Czech Republic (through VFS). We prepare the documents and checklist; apply 6–8 weeks before travel.

Are there direct flights from India?

There are no direct flights from Hyderabad. Most routes connect through Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi or Istanbul and take 12–15 hours including the stop.

Do these countries use the euro?

Only Austria. The Czech Republic uses the koruna and Hungary the forint, though cards are accepted almost everywhere. Carry a forex card and a little local cash.

Is the trip suitable for senior citizens?

Yes. There are no long drives and trains are comfortable, but old towns involve a lot of walking on cobblestones and some steep streets near the castles. We can add taxis where needed.

Is vegetarian food easy to find?

Yes. All three capitals have Indian restaurants, and most cafés offer vegetarian options. Jain meals need advance notice, which we arrange.

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