London to Budapest by Train | Summer | 2026
London to Budapest by Train | Summer | 2026
Paris
Vienna, Austria
$3255
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey from London to Budapest by train in the summer of 2026, exploring the heart of Europe across eight captivating countries. Begin your adventure in London, where you'll meet fellow travelers and explore the vibrant city. In Paris, craft your own signature scent at a Parisian perfume house. Savor Dutch pancakes in Amsterdam and delve into Berlin's poignant history with a local guide. Wander through Prague's enchanting Castle District, stroll Vienna's grand boulevards, and unwind in Budapest's famous thermal baths. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural experiences, guided tours, and free time to explore iconic cities, with comfortable hotel accommodations and train travel between destinations. Enjoy included breakfasts and dinners, and optional activities to personalize your adventure. Experience the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes of Europe on this extraordinary train journey. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start London
Location: London
Accommodation Name: Royal National Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Hello and welcome, train travellers! Our journey begins in the buzzing city of London. Exchange hellos with your crew before we head out to a local pub for a traditional British dinner. Cheers to our new adventure!
Day 2: London
Location: London
Accommodation Name: Royal National Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning! London is all yours today. First, we'll head out for a tour of the city on foot. Then, London is yours to explore. How about posing with your fave celebs at the Madame Tussauds wax museum? Or seeing the Big Ben IRL? Or even checking out the skyline from the London Eye? There's no getting bored here. This evening, you have the chance to join an East End food walking tour. Expect lip-smacking samples of the best international cuisine out there. What a night...
Day 3: London to Paris
Location: London, Paris
Accommodation Name: Ibis Styles Gare de l’Est Château Landon (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Ta-ra, Thames. Time to hop on the Eurostar to Paris – after our buffet breakfast of course! An iconic train journey later, and we're in Paris. With no time to waste, you’ll visit a Perfumery, where you’ll take a look around and even have the chance to craft a signature scent of your own. We'll then get acquainted with the city's 'ooh la la' worthy sites with a free afternoon to see the icons and maybe check out some of Paris's coolest neighbourhoods, think, Montmartre or Le Marais!
Day 4: Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Ibis Styles Gare de l’Est Château Landon (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cuisine and cabaret day. We'll start this morning with an optional patisserie walking tour, winding our way around the cutest cafes in Paris, sampling dreamy pastries as we go. Afterwards, you’ve got all day to explore (and check out everything you missed yesterday). Tonight, it's off to a Parisian Cabaret Show, with a 3-course dinner and champagne to really switch on the sophistication.
Day 5: Paris to Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Another day, another incredible European city... Dam That’s Preddy. Welcome to Amsterdam! This evening, we'll head to a local pancake house to try a soft and savoury Dutch delicacy. Then? You've got some free time. The night is still young. And the inky canals are just waiting to be explored!
Day 6: Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rise and shine! First up, we’ll take to the canals for a truly unique boat tour. We’ll see Amsterdam through the eyes of refugees – hearing their stories as we gawk at the splendid views, you’re guaranteed to step off the boat with a whole new perspective on life. The rest of the day is all about exploration – from Rijksmuseum to the Heineken Factory. Afterwards the night is yours to explore this vibrant city and experience its legendary nightlife.
Day 7: Amsterdam to Berlin
Location: Amsterdam, Berlin
Accommodation Name: B&B Berlin City Ost (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
You've been a blast, Amsterdam, but today we're making tracks for our next adventure.Hello Berlin! After an included dinner underneath the famous TV Tower, the evening is yours to explore the city's world-famous nightlife. The buzzing scene here is a joyous tribute to German reunification, and since the fall of the Berlin Wall the city has staked its claim as the techno capital of the world.
Day 8: Berlin
Location: Berlin
Accommodation Name: B&B Berlin City Ost (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
2 walking tours today. This morning, take a historical walking tour, including a visit to the site of Hitler's bunker. This evening, you’ll have the chance to explore Berlin's oh-so-historical (and oh-so-hipster) Kreuzberg district and finish off with dinner.
Day 9: Berlin to Prague
Location: Berlin, Prague
Accommodation Name: Ibis Praha Old Town (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Berlin you've been a blast, but we're making tracks for new adventures today, jumping on the train to Prague. Arriving in Prague, we'll explore the cobblestones, cathedrals and castles, before refuelling with a traditional Czech dinner. Believe us when we say that the beer here is the best in Europe.
Day 10: Prague
Location: Prague
Accommodation Name: Ibis Praha Old Town (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Time to explore more of Prague - head out with your trip manager on a walking tour of the infamous castle districts and old town. Next up, 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 too, so don't forget to check out some of the city's coolest bars (of which there are many to choose from!). Or better yet, join a food tour where you'll be shown some of the very best spots to eat.
Day 11: Prague to Vienna
Location: Prague, Vienna
Accommodation Name: A&O Vienna Hauptbahnhof (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Another day, another train. Today we are making our way to the home of classical music, Sachertorte and Opera houses. Ah Vienna! We'll kick things off in this grand capital with a walking tour and explore the opulent classical architecture and wide streets. Afternoons can be spent like a local, watching the sun set over the Donaukanal at a gorgeous beach bar or a classic Viennese coffee house. Tonight you have the chance to visit Habibi & Hawara for a wholesome Make Travel Matter® dinner.
Day 12: Vienna
Location: Vienna
Accommodation Name: A&O Vienna Hauptbahnhof (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
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 a Mozart and Strauss concert in one of the city's palaces...yes, a palace (just the way they roll here in Vienna).
Day 13: Vienna to Budapest
Location: Budapest
Accommodation Name: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we're making our way to Hungary! Another 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.
Day 14: Budapest
Location: Budapest
Accommodation Name: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning choose to learn about the past & present of Hungarian history and stop to try a traditional Hungarian specialty of Lángos for lunch. 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 a drink.
Day 15: End Budapest
Location: Budapest
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
What's Included
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Transportation
Transportation includes train journeys between cities such as London to Paris, Paris to Amsterdam, Amsterdam to Berlin, Berlin to Prague, Prague to Vienna, and Vienna to Budapest.
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Guided Tours
Guided tours are included in various cities such as a walking tour in London, a visit to a perfumery in Paris, a historical walking tour in Berlin, and a walking tour in Prague.
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Activities
Activities include a visit to a local Dutch Pancake House in Amsterdam, a boat tour in Amsterdam, a visit to the Holocaust Memorial in Berlin, and a night time cruise down the Danube in Budapest.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as the East End food walking tour in London, the patisserie walking tour in Paris, and the visit to the A’Dam Tower and Swing in Amsterdam are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting and ending locations (London and Budapest) are not included.
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Entry Fees
Entry fees to attractions such as Madame Tussauds in London, the Heineken Factory in Amsterdam, and the thermal baths in Budapest are not included.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes train journeys between cities such as London to Paris, Paris to Amsterdam, Amsterdam to Berlin, Berlin to Prague, Prague to Vienna, and Vienna to Budapest.
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided at various hotels including Royal National Hotel in London, Ibis Styles Gare de l’Est Château Landon in Paris, Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside in Amsterdam, B&B Berlin City Ost in Berlin, Ibis Praha Old Town in Prague, A&O Vienna Hauptbahnhof in Vienna, and Ibis Budapest City South Hotel in Budapest. ...more ...less
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 14 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- London: Meet your new gang of besties. After a few beers you’ll feel like you’ve known each other for decades.
- London: Follow your Trip Manager on a stroll around the UK capital to tick off some of the major sights. Just don’t forget to pack an umbrella for the famous (unpredictable) British weather.
- Paris: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
- Paris: Looking for the perfect souvenir? After a guided tour, you’ll have the chance to craft a sumptuous scent of your own – with a local guide on hand to help.
- Amsterdam: We'll head to the local Dutch Pancake House to end the day in style - chomping down on some satisfying savoury pancakes. It doesn't get more classic Dutch than this...
- Berlin: Discover the history of 20th century Berlin with our Local Guide & get up close to notorious Third Reich spots. Get the low-down on Hitler's last days at the site of his underground bunker & learn about Goebbels, the sinister spin doctor at the former Reich's Propaganda Ministry. You'll hear about East German communism before making a sobering visit to the Holocaust Memorial.
- Prague: Hang out with your Contiki fam and sample some classic Czech food and drink.
- Prague: Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views.
- Vienna: Boost your step count with a stroll around Vienna. See St Stephen’s Cathedral and the State Opera House as you go.
FAQs
- London: Travelling to (and through) the UK & Northern Ireland? You’ll need Essential Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)From?January 8, 2025, UK law means that if you’re entering/transiting through border control in the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland you’ll need an?Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)?before you travel. Confused? Don’t be – just read on here.
- London: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 4 dinners and 14 breakfasts.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at various hotels including Royal National Hotel in London, Ibis Styles Gare de l’Est Château Landon in Paris, Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside in Amsterdam, B&B Berlin City Ost in Berlin, Ibis Praha Old Town in Prague, A&O Vienna Hauptbahnhof in Vienna, and Ibis Budapest City South Hotel in Budapest. ...more ...less
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What transportation is used between cities on the tour?
Transportation includes train journeys between cities such as London to Paris, Paris to Amsterdam, Amsterdam to Berlin, Berlin to Prague, Prague to Vienna, and Vienna to Budapest.
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Are guided tours included in the itinerary?
Yes, guided tours are included in various cities such as a walking tour in London, a visit to a perfumery in Paris, a historical walking tour in Berlin, and a walking tour in Prague.
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What activities are included in the tour?
Activities include a visit to a local Dutch Pancake House in Amsterdam, a boat tour in Amsterdam, a visit to the Holocaust Memorial in Berlin, and a night time cruise down the Danube in Budapest.
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Are there any optional activities not included in the tour price?
Yes, optional activities such as the East End food walking tour in London, the patisserie walking tour in Paris, and the visit to the A’Dam Tower and Swing in Amsterdam are not included.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Are flights included in the tour package?
No, flights to and from the starting and ending locations (London and Budapest) are not included.
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Are entry fees to attractions included in the tour?
No, entry fees to attractions such as Madame Tussauds in London, the Heineken Factory in Amsterdam, and the thermal baths in Budapest are not included.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Low Deposit
Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Terms and Conditions
London to Budapest by Train | Summer | 2026
15 Days Starting in London, England and ending in Budapest, Hungary
Visiting: London, Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest
Tour operator:
Tour code:
BLHMA26
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
