Prague to Berlin via Saxony
Trip Highlights:
- Travel from London to Prague overland
- Experience travelling overnight with your very own cozy cabin
- Visit two bucket list capitals in one trip
- Enjoy some time out in nature at the breathtaking Saxon Switzerland national park - not well known in the UK.
- Take a day trip to the hugely underrated city of Dresden and soak up the history
- Book additional activities to delve beyond the surface in each location
Trip Overview:
A twist on the classic city hopping trip, our Central Europe adventure crams a bit of everything into the perfect package. With two great European capitals, chance to unwind in stunning natural beauty and two night trains to maximise your time, this is an adventure that’s sure to spark your love affair with rail travel.
Hop on board the Eurostar, before connecting to your overnight sleeper train. Enjoy a picnic onboard or alternatively explore the restaurant car - before bedding down. You’ll wake in Prague, rightly celebrated for its gothic spires and plentiful pilsner. Enjoy a food and beer tour with local guides, or explore the city by bike. Alternatively, simply wile away your 3 days meandering the pretty, soft-hued streets.
Day 4 takes you on a voyage along the Elbe Valley - a fairytale landscape awash with vivid greens and blues. Disembark at Bad Schandau for a few days of forest-bathing. Saxon Switzerland is a huge national park straddling the German/Czech border, famed for its forests, towering sandstone pillars and natural bridges. 3 nights here is the perfect antidote to the frenetic city - re-fuel with hiking, watersports and hearty fare before your next stop.
Your final stop is the inimitable German capital. Berlin is one of those cities we visit every few years, only to find it different each time. Whether you want to dig into its fascinating past, immerse yourself in art or explore the more alternative side of life, Berlin has more to offer than you can discover in a lifetime - let alone 3 days. But don’t worry - you’ll be back.
On your return leg you’ll leave Berlin late evening, travelling overnight to arrive back in Brussels first thing. Enjoy a classic breakfast in Belgium, before the short hop back to London, and your onward journey home.
Day 1: London - Prague
Day 2 - 4: Prague
Arrive early in the morning and spend a few days exploring the capital of Czechia.
Day 4 - 7: Saxon Switzerland National Park
Take a picturesque train ride from Prague along the Elbe valley. Spend an idyllic few days immersing yourself in the beautiful landscapes of Saxon Switzerland. You're only a 30 minute train ride from Dresden, if you fancy exploring another city while you're here.
Day 7 - 9: Berlin
Finish your adventure with a few days exploring the ever changing city scape of Berlin, before hopping on the night train home.
Day 10: Berlin - UK
Depart late in the evening from Berlin, ready to wake up refreshed in Paris. Walk 10 minutes over to Gare Du Nord to pick up your final train home.
Start your journey from the Eurostar terminal at St Pancras, or from your nearest train station.
- Pack lightly if possible - you'll need to carry or store your luggage while transferring.
- Bring good, comfortable boots or shoes for walking.
- Mallorca's climate is generally warm and sunny, however in off-season there is the chance for colder, rainy or stormy weather. Check the forecast ahead and pack accordingly.
Trip Notes:
- This experience is well suited towards families, and we are happy to suggest activities that would suit younger children
- If you are disabled and/or a wheelchair user and you would like to book, please contact us and we can discuss how to make the trip work for you.
- All rail transport from London including private cabin on the sleeper train
- All accommodation
- Breakfast each morning
- Optional extras: activities to book
- Food and drinks are not included unless mentioned
- Local purchases, souvenirs and other personal items are not included
- Tips and gratuity for your guides (optional)
- Additional public transport and taxis
- Travel insurance (you need to purchase your own travel insurance)
- Hotel check-ins from 3pm onwards
You will need to change trains at various points in this journey, including changing station in Paris (a short walk or metro ride). Please ensure that you are prepared for this aspect of the journey which involves steps and short walks with your luggage between platforms. If you have mobility limitations please ensure you let us know at the time of booking so that we can adapt the route and/or arrange station assistance.
Booking:
- 20% deposit payable at the time of booking
- Remaining balance payable 6 weeks before travel
Cancellation:
- Reschedule your trip free of charge up to 14 days before you travel
- Cancel your trip free of charge up to 6 weeks before you travel
