London to Istanbul: 3 Weeks - Self Guided Rail Tour

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From London to Istanbul

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Operator: Euroventure Travel
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Self-guided: Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Days 1 - 3
London to Amsterdam
London to Amsterdam
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Top Rated and Central 3* Hotel), Hotel 4* (Top Rated and Central Boutique 4* Hotel), Hostel (Top Rated and Central Hostel)
Included Activities
- Train to Amsterdam
Optional Activities
- Visit top UK museums in London
- Explore Portobello Road markets
- Explore Camden markets
- Sample international food in Brixton Village
- Sample international food in Brick Lane
- Visit Van Gogh Museum
- Cycle through Amsterdam's historic centre
- Red Light District tour
Landmarks
Van Gogh Museum
Portobello Road
Camden Market
Brixton Village
Brick Lane
Red Light District
Days 4 - 6
Amsterdam to Berlin
Amsterdam to Berlin
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Top Rated and Central 3* Hotel), Hotel 4* (Top Rated and Central Boutique 4* Hotel), Hostel (Top Rated and Central Hostel)
Included Activities
- Train to Berlin
Optional Activities
- See Berlin Wall section
- Climb Reichstag dome
- Explore Schöneberg nightlife
- Explore Kreuzberg nightlife
- World War II history exploration
Landmarks
Berlin Wall
Reichstag
Schöneberg
Kreuzberg
Days 7 - 9
Berlin to Prague
Berlin to Prague
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Top Rated and Central 3* Hotel), Hotel 4* (Top Rated and Central Boutique 4* Hotel), Hostel (Top Rated and Central Hostel)
Included Activities
- Train to Prague
Optional Activities
- Cross Charles Bridge
- View Dancing Building
- Try Czech Pilsner beers in Old Town pubs
- Sample traditional chimney cakes
- Explore Old Town cobbled streets
- Try goulash
Landmarks
Charles Bridge
Dancing Building
Old Town Prague
Days 10 - 12
Prague to Budapest
Prague to Budapest
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Top Rated and Central 3* Hotel), Hotel 4* (Top Rated and Central Boutique 4* Hotel), Hostel (Top Rated and Central Hostel)
Included Activities
- Train to Budapest
Optional Activities
- Unwind in 15th-century thermal spas
- Visit Buda Castle for panoramic photos
- Attend Sziget rock and indie festival (August)
Landmarks
Buda Castle
Danube River
Days 13 - 14
Budapest to Belgrade
Budapest to Belgrade
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Top Rated and Central 3* Hotel), Hotel 4* (Top Rated and Central Boutique 4* Hotel), Hostel (Top Rated and Central Hostel)
Included Activities
- Bus to Belgrade
Optional Activities
- Explore Belgrade Fortress
- Wander Skadarlija cobbled streets
- Experience splavovi party boats on the Danube
- Visit world's largest Orthodox church
Landmarks
Belgrade Fortress
Skadarlija
Danube River
Days 15 - 16
Belgrade to Sofia
Belgrade to Sofia
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Top Rated and Central 3* Hotel), Hotel 4* (Top Rated and Central Boutique 4* Hotel), Hostel (Top Rated and Central Hostel)
Included Activities
- Bus to Sofia
Optional Activities
- Take city tour of Sofia
- Visit Aleksandar Nevski Cathedral
- Browse Turkish Market
- Sample Greek Baklava
- Hike to Boyana Waterfalls
Landmarks
Aleksandar Nevski Cathedral
Turkish Market
Boyana Waterfalls
Days 17 - 21
Sofia to Istanbul
Sofia to Istanbul
Included Activities
- Bus to Istanbul
Optional Activities
- Explore Hagia Sophia
- Stroll through Grand Bazaar
- Visit Blue Mosque
- Cruise the Bosphorus
- Sample street food
Landmarks
Hagia Sophia
Grand Bazaar
Blue Mosque
Bosphorus

Landmarks
Van Gogh Museum
Portobello Road
Camden Market
Brixton Village
Brick Lane
Red Light District

Landmarks
Berlin Wall
Reichstag
Schöneberg
Kreuzberg

Landmarks
Charles Bridge
Dancing Building
Old Town Prague

Landmarks
Buda Castle
Danube River

Landmarks
Belgrade Fortress
Skadarlija
Danube River

Landmarks
Aleksandar Nevski Cathedral
Turkish Market
Boyana Waterfalls

Landmarks
Hagia Sophia
Grand Bazaar
Blue Mosque
Bosphorus

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Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Guide
Insurance
Meals
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Top Rated and Central Hostel
Hostel
Days 1, 4, 7, 10, 13, 15
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Top Rated and Central 3* Hotel
Hotel 3*
Days 1, 4, 7, 10, 13, 15
Upgrade Available
Top Rated and Central Boutique 4* Hotel
Hotel 4*
Days 1, 4, 7, 10, 13, 15
Upgrade Available

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Rating: 4.7 (39 reviews)
Response time: within 1 day
Response rate: 71%
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4.7

Nerissa5.0•November 2025
Fantastic Experience of a life time! Went peak season in the summer so it was a full group of 20 from all over the...
Fantastic Experience of a life time! Went peak season in the summer so it was a full group of 20 from all over the world. I loved that they created a Whatapp group before the tour so alot of worries were aliviated and any questions could be asked. Shannon the group leader was amazing! Don't know how she did it lol. I will say though, there is a lot of free time in each city. So plan for a couple things in each city with flexible times, so you can change as you go. Hostels were all great make sure to load up on the breakfasts when included! Loved the trains and included activities were all fabulous. This is definitely a more independent tour, make sure you're comfortable going off on your own. (But honestly I had no issues, and English is spoken everywhere). I will mention this though- my group happened to be mostly on the younger side (and therefore big drinkers) I think it's a mixed bag each time, but if that's not your scene make sure you are ok with doing your own thing. All in all, though I loved it. Check the weather before you go, and invest in quality power banks, earphones and sleeping aids. 100% would do againShow more
John5.0•November 2025
Did the first of the trip had an amazing time and made some really good friends. Its as structured as you want it to...
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Anonymous5.0•December 2024
I did the whole of Europe 4 week group tour and had an amazing time. The hostels were way better than I expected with...
I did the whole of Europe 4 week group tour and had an amazing time. The hostels were way better than I expected with comfy beds, lockers, charging points etc. There was always a bar so we always met new people. Did cooking once in one of them too. One had an actually brewery inside it with their own beer. The activities were really good. Best was the Prague medieval meal, the island trip in Venice and the wine tasting. Tour leader was lovely and meant I didn't have to think about anything stressful ? The group was really nice and just had a really amazing time. Looking to book one for next year too yay ?Show more

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Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Serbia, Turkey and Netherlands
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Bulgaria, Germany, Hungary, Serbia, Turkey and Netherlands
Type E
Czech Republic, Hungary and Serbia
Type G
England
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria.Czech Republic.Hungary.Serbia.Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria.Czech Republic.Hungary.Serbia.Turkey. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Czech Republic.Germany.Hungary. Ideally 6 months before travel.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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- For any tour departing before December 19th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 19th, 2026, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Euroventure Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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London to Istanbul: 3 Weeks - Self Guided Rail Tour

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Itinerary

Introduction

London to Amsterdam

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Amsterdam to Berlin

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Berlin to Prague

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Prague to Budapest

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Budapest to Belgrade

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Belgrade to Sofia

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Sofia to Istanbul

Included Activities

Optional Activities

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