Eastern Europe 7-Day Itinerary: Prague, Vienna & Budapest by Train: Day-by-Day Itinerary
Three imperial capitals on a classic rail loop: Prague’s castle, Vienna’s palaces and cafés, Budapest’s thermal baths and Danube views.
Day-by-day overview
Day 1Arrive in Prague
Day 2Prague Castle
Day 3Train to Vienna
Day 4Vienna palaces & cafés
Day 5Train to Budapest
Day 6Pest side & ruin bars
Day 7Thermal baths × fly home
🎟 Book these before you go
- Day 2｜Prague Castle & St Vitus Cathedral
- Day 4｜Schönbrunn Palace
- Day 5｜Danube night cruise & Parliament
🌦 Monthly temperatures: Prague, Vienna, Budapest
| City / month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prague High / low | 2° -3° | 4° -2° | 9° 1° | 15° 5° | 20° 9° | 23° 13° | 26° 15° | 25° 14° | 20° 10° | 14° 6° | 7° 2° | 3° -1° |
| Vienna High / low | 3° -2° | 5° -1° | 10° 3° | 16° 7° | 21° 12° | 24° 15° | 27° 17° | 26° 17° | 21° 12° | 15° 8° | 8° 3° | 4° 0° |
| Budapest High / low | 3° -3° | 6° -1° | 12° 3° | 18° 8° | 23° 13° | 26° 16° | 29° 18° | 29° 18° | 23° 13° | 17° 8° | 9° 3° | 4° -1° |
(typical averages — check the forecast before you go)
FAQ
How many days does Eastern Europe 7-Day Itinerary: Prague, Vienna & Budapest by Train take?
It’s planned as 7 days / 6 nights with 26 stops (11 sights and 4 meals). Copy it and add or remove stops to suit your pace.
What should I book in advance?
We recommend booking or buying ahead: Prague Castle & St Vitus Cathedral, Schönbrunn Palace, Danube night cruise & Parliament.
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