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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. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Zurich

    Zurich
    Accommodation
    Hotel (25hours Hotel Zürich West)
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. 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 Old Town
    • Guided walking tour of Lucerne including Chapel Bridge and Water Tower
    Landmarks
    Chapel Bridge
    Water Tower
    Zurich Old Town
  4. Day 3

    Lucerne to Interlaken

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

    Included Activities

    • Journey aboard Luzern-Interlaken Express through Swiss Alps
    Landmarks
    Brünig Pass
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 4

    Interlaken

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

    Included Activities

    • Journey by Jungfrau Railway to Jungfraujoch (3,454 metres)
    • Visit to Ice Palace
    • Visit to Sphinx Observatory
    Landmarks
    Jungfraujoch
    Ice Palace
    Sphinx Observatory
  6. Day 5

    Interlaken to Zermatt

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

    Zermatt

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

    Included Activities

    • Morning tour of Zermatt including Hinterdorf (Old Village)

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic helicopter flight over Swiss Alps
    Landmarks
    Hinterdorf
  8. 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

    • Journey aboard Glacier Express to St. Moritz
  9. Day 8

    St. Moritz

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

    Included Activities

    • Journey aboard Bernina Express from St. Moritz to Tirano
    • Stop at Alp Grüm with views of Palü Glacier and Val Poschiavo
    Landmarks
    Bernina Pass
    Morteratsch Glacier
    Brusio Circular Viaduct
    Alp Grüm
    Palü Glacier
  10. Day 9

    St. Moritz to Salzburg

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

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Innsbruck
  11. 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 and Old Town
    • Special dinner with fellow travelers

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Eagle's Nest through Bavarian Alps
  12. Day 11

    Salzburg to Munich

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

    Included Activities

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

    Munich

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

    Included Activities

    • Coach journey to Neuschwanstein Castle
    • Visit to Neuschwanstein Castle including interior
    Landmarks
    Neuschwanstein Castle
  14. Day 13

    Munich to Passau

    Munich to Passau
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Travelmarvel river ship)
  15. 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
    • Tour of Aldersbach Brewery
    • Locally brewed beer and local food tastings with live music at Aldersbach Brewery
    Landmarks
    Aldersbach Brewery
  16. Day 15

    Linz

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

    Optional Activities

    • Optional excursion to Český Krumlov UNESCO-listed town with 300+ historic buildings and medieval centre
    • Optional excursion to Salzburg with stop at Mondsee Wedding Church and guided tour of Mozart's hometown
    • Leisure time in Linz
    Landmarks
    Mondsee
  17. 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 at Dürnstein Abbey including Grüner Veltliner or riesling and brandy
    Landmarks
    Melk Abbey
    Dürnstein Abbey
    Wachau Valley
  18. Day 17

    Vienna

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

    Included Activities

    • Drive along Ringstrasse
    • Walking tour of Vienna city centre including St Stephen's Cathedral, Graben and Hofburg Palace

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Naschmarkt
    • Mozart and Strauss concert in Vienna's palace or concert venue with evening Ringstrasse drive
    Landmarks
    Ringstrasse
    St Stephen's Cathedral
    Hofburg Palace
    Naschmarkt
    Itinerary Image 1
  19. 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
    • Captain's Farewell Dinner
    Landmarks
    St Martin's Cathedral
    Primatial Palace
    Michael's Gate
  20. Day 19

    Budapest

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

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Budapest including Heroes' Square and St Stephen's Basilica

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Hospital in the Rock museum (former World War II hospital and Cold War bunker)
    Landmarks
    Heroes' Square
    St Stephen's Basilica
    Hospital in the Rock
    Buda Castle
    Itinerary Image 1
  21. 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

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    Days 11, 12

  • Travelmarvel river ship

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

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