Classic Budapest, Vienna and Prague by Rail

26 April 2026

Ten nights through three of Central Europe's great capitals, flying into Budapest with Aer Lingus and home from Prague, with first class rail connections between each city and private transfers at both ends. September is one of the best months to do this trip, with warm days, quieter streets and the cities looking their best.

Classic Budapest, Vienna and Prague by Rail

Budapest

Budapest is one of the most striking cities in Europe, built either side of the Danube with Buda's castle on the hill and Pest's grand boulevards spreading out across the flat eastern bank. Three nights at Hotel Vision gives you a superior room with a French balcony and a good base to explore from. The Parliament Building, the Chain Bridge, the thermal baths and the ruin are all within easy reach.

Hungarian Parliament Building along the Danube Rive
Hungarian Parliament Building along the Danube Rive
Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest
Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest

Vienna

A two and a half hour first class train journey brings you into Vienna, one of the great imperial capitals of Europe. Wide boulevards, grand palaces and some of the best coffee houses in the world make it a city that rewards time on foot. Three nights at the Hilton Vienna Waterfront puts you on the Danube Canal with easy access to the centre. St Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg Palace and the Ringstrasse are the highlights.

Hofburg Palace - Vienna
Hofburg Palace - Vienna
High Altar of St. Michael's Church
High Altar of St. Michael's Church
Belvedere Palace in Vienna
Belvedere Palace in Vienna

Prague

A four hour first class connection brings you into Prague, one of the best preserved historic cities in Europe. A medieval old town, a hilltop castle and a river running through the middle of it all. Four nights at Hotel Duo on a bed and breakfast basis gives you a comfortable base with mornings taken care of. The Old Town Square, Charles Bridge and Prague Castle are the anchors, but the city is worth getting lost in beyond the main sights.

Prague
Prague

Included in this Itinerary

Return flights from Dublin to Budapest and Prague to Dublin with Aer Lingus, private transfer from Budapest Airport to Hotel Vision, first class rail from Budapest Keleti to Vienna Hauptbahnhof, first class rail from Vienna Hauptbahnhof to Prague, private transfer from Hotel Duo to Prague Airport, accommodation throughout as follows: 3 nights at Hotel Vision Budapest (room only), 3 nights at Hilton Vienna Waterfront (room only), 4 nights at Hotel Duo Prague (bed and breakfast). Flights depart Dublin on 10 September 2026. Offers are subject to change.

Price from €1,499 per person

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