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Alpine Discovery by Rail and Highlights of the Danube Zurich → Budapest (2028)

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From Zurich to Budapest
4.0 (21 reviews)
  • Twilight aerial of Zurich old town, bridges crossing Limmat River and snow-capped Alps beyond.
  • Front view of Vienna’s Upper Belvedere Palace with oval reflecting pool, manicured lawns and flower beds under blue skies.
  • Colourful lakeside town of Interlaken in autumn with church tower and Alps reflected on calm water.
  • Panoramic sunset view over Munich’s Olympic Park with the Olympic Tower, tent-roof stadium, small lake and surrounding greenery.
  • Aerial sunset view of Budapest showing the Danube River, Chain Bridge, Hungarian Parliament and city lights.
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Travel Marvel
City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 38 - 48
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Zurich

    Zurich
    Accommodation
    Hotel (25hours Hotel Zürich West)
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Zurich to Lucerne

    Zurich to Lucerne
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Astoria Lucerne)

    Included Activities

    • Guided orientation of Zurich including UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town
    • Guided walking tour of Lucerne
    • Walk along Chapel Bridge
    Landmarks
    Zurich Old Town
    Chapel Bridge
    Water Tower
  3. Day 3

    Lucerne to Interlaken

    Lucerne to Interlaken
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Metropole Interlaken or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Luzern–Interlaken Express train journey
    Landmarks
    Brünig Pass
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Interlaken

    Interlaken
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Metropole Interlaken or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Jungfrau Railway journey to Jungfraujoch
    • Visit to Ice Palace
    • Visit to Sphinx Observatory
    Landmarks
    Jungfraujoch
  5. Day 5

    Interlaken to Zermatt

    Interlaken to Zermatt
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Sonne Zermatt or similar)
    Landmarks
    Matterhorn
  6. Day 6

    Zermatt

    Zermatt
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Sonne Zermatt or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Morning tour of Zermatt
    • Visit to Hinterdorf (Old Village)

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic helicopter flight over the Swiss Alps
    Landmarks
    Hinterdorf
  7. Day 7

    Zermatt to St. Moritz

    Zermatt to St. Moritz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel San Gian St. Moritz or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Glacier Express train journey to St. Moritz
  8. Day 8

    St. Moritz to Tirano

    St. Moritz to Tirano
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel San Gian St. Moritz or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Bernina Express train journey to Tirano
    • Stop at Alp Grüm for photographs
    Landmarks
    Morteratsch Glacier
    Bernina Pass
    Brusio Circular Viaduct
    Alp Grüm
    Palü Glacier
  9. Day 9

    St. Moritz - Innsbruck - Salzburg

    St. Moritz - Innsbruck - Salzburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel IMLAUER & Bräu Salzburg or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Innsbruck
  10. Day 10

    Salzburg

    Salzburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Special dinner with fellow travellers)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel IMLAUER & Bräu Salzburg or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Salzburg
    • Guided tour of Old Town

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion through the Bavarian Alps to Eagle's Nest
    Landmarks
    Salzburg Old Town
    Eagle's Nest
  11. Day 11

    Salzburg to Munich

    Salzburg to Munich
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Munich)

    Included Activities

    • Guided discovery of Munich
    • View of Glockenspiel at Town Hall
    • Exploration of historic city centre
    • Visit to Frauenkirche
    Landmarks
    Munich Town Hall
    Frauenkirche
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 12

    Munich

    Munich
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Munich)

    Included Activities

    • Coach journey into the Bavarian Alps
    • Visit to Neuschwanstein Castle
    Landmarks
    Neuschwanstein Castle
  13. Day 13

    Munich to Passau

    Munich to Passau
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Welcome Reception)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelmarvel river ship)
  14. Day 14

    Passau

    Passau
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Passau Altstadt
    • Coach journey to Aldersbach Brewery
    • Brewery tour
    • Locally brewed beer and local food tastings
    • Live music and singing at Aldersbach Brewery
    Landmarks
    Passau Altstadt
  15. Day 15

    Linz

    Linz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelmarvel river ship)

    Optional Activities

    • Optional tour to Český Krumlov (UNESCO-listed town with over 300 historic buildings)
    • Optional tour to Salzburg including stop at Mondsee and guided tour of Mozart's hometown
    Landmarks
    Český Krumlov
    Mondsee
  16. Day 16

    Melk - Dürnstein

    Melk - Dürnstein
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Melk Abbey
    • Cruise through Wachau Valley

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tasting tour at Dürnstein Abbey with Grüner Veltliner, Riesling, and brandy
    Landmarks
    Melk Abbey
    Wachau Valley
    Dürnstein Abbey
  17. Day 17

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Drive along the Ringstrasse
    • Walking tour of Vienna city centre
    • Visit to St Stephen's Cathedral
    • Visit to Graben
    • Visit to Hofburg Palace

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Naschmarkt
    • Mozart and Strauss concert with evening drive around Ringstrasse
    Landmarks
    Ringstrasse
    St Stephen's Cathedral
    Graben
    Hofburg Palace
    Naschmarkt
    Itinerary Image 1
  18. Day 18

    Bratislava

    Bratislava
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Captain's Farewell Dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Bratislava Old Town
    • Visit to St Martin's Cathedral
    • Visit to Primatial Palace
    • Visit to Main Square
    • Visit to Michael's Gate
    Landmarks
    Bratislava Old Town
    St Martin's Cathedral
    Primatial Palace
    Michael's Gate
  19. Day 19

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour to Heroes' Square
    • Guided tour to St Stephen's Basilica

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Hospital in the Rock museum
    Landmarks
    Heroes' Square
    St Stephen's Basilica
    Hospital in the Rock
    Buda Castle
    Itinerary Image 1
  20. Day 20

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • 25hours Hotel Zürich West

    Hotel
    day 1

  • Hotel Astoria Lucerne

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  • Hotel Metropole Interlaken or similar

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  • Hotel Sonne Zermatt or similar

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  • Munich

    Hotel
    Days 11, 12

  • Travelmarvel river ship

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    Days 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19

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Rating
4.0 (21 reviews)
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