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Venice to Budapest Explorer

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Price on request
Duration
10 days
Countries
Austria, Italy, Hungary, Slovenia
Activity
easy

The adventure

For culture fanatics looking for something off the beaten path, try this beautiful little trip through some unique parts of Europe on for size. En route to Budapest we’ll journey through Slovenia, known for its gorgeous scenery and outdoor activities. Then it’s on to Salzburg, Austria, home of Mozart and the The Sound of Music. Onwards to Vienna and Budapest to tour cities where modern urbanity meets Old World charm. Now that we’ve connected Italy with Slovenia and Austria with Budapest, there’s no reason you should miss out on any of these epic experiences.

At a glance

Duration
10 days
Route
Venice → Budapest
Countries
Austria, Italy, Hungary, Slovenia
Activity level
easy
Style
Culture & History, Cycling, Multi-Country / Grand Tour, Rail Journeys, Trekking & Hiking
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

Venice to Budapest Explorer image

Day by day

Beautiful view of mountains and forests in Klagenfurt, Austria.
Your journey through

Austria, Italy & 2 more countries

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalThere are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting. We highly recommend arriving early to explore this iconic city.
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting. We highly recommend arriving early to explore this iconic city.
Day 2Journey to BledJourney by bus into Slovenia, stopping in the capital city of Ljubljana. Enjoy the eastern charm of the city before continuing on to the lakeside town of Bled. Take a CEO-led orientation walk before separating to explore the charming hamlet.
Journey by bus into Slovenia, stopping in the capital city of Ljubljana. Enjoy the eastern charm of the city before continuing on to the lakeside town of Bled. Take a CEO-led orientation walk before separating to explore the charming hamlet.
Day 3Head out for a day of adventuring around…
Head out for a day of adventuring around this massive basin in the Julian Alps. This stunning region is known for outdoor activities like hiking, biking and canoeing. Spend the day making the most of this beautiful area.
Day 4Catch a train to SalzburgWith time in the afternoon, start exploring. Spend time in the UNESCO-listed Old Town or visiting the nearby salt mines. The birthplace of Mozart has enough of history and charm to keep you busy for weeks.
With time in the afternoon, start exploring. Spend time in the UNESCO-listed Old Town or visiting the nearby salt mines. The birthplace of Mozart has enough of history and charm to keep you busy for weeks.
Day 5Enjoy a free day in Salzburg. Opt for a Sound of Music tourFree day to explore. Opt to take a Sound of Music tour, stopping at famous venues tied to the movie. Even if you aren't a fan, the tour heads out to different venues from the movie showing off the best of Salzburg and the surrounding area.
Free day to explore. Opt to take a Sound of Music tour, stopping at famous venues tied to the movie. Even if you aren't a fan, the tour heads out to different venues from the movie showing off the best of Salzburg and the surrounding area.
Day 6Enjoy a free morning before travelling to ViennaEnjoy a free morning to explore a little more. In late afternoon, travel to the capital city of Vienna. Take a short orientation walk before heading out for an optional dinner in the 'City of Music'.
Enjoy a free morning to explore a little more. In late afternoon, travel to the capital city of Vienna. Take a short orientation walk before heading out for an optional dinner in the 'City of Music'.
Day 7Spend a free day exploring Vienna
Spend a free day exploring Vienna. Opt to visit the famous opera house, take in the art at the Belvedere or indulge in some typical Viennese delicacies.
Day 8Travel to BudapestJourney by train to Budapest, the 'Pearl of the Danube'. The city, split into Buda and Pest by the river, retains its eastern charm with Buda Castle and Turkish-style thermal baths.
A picturesque view of Prague with the Vltava River, historical buildings, and a bridge.Budapest
Journey by train to Budapest, the 'Pearl of the Danube'. The city, split into Buda and Pest by the river, retains its eastern charm with Buda Castle and Turkish-style thermal baths.
Map showing Budapest
Day 9Enjoy a free day in the "Pearl…
Enjoy a free day in the "Pearl of the Danube". Opt to visit some city sights or soak in one of the famous baths.
Day 10Departure dayDepartureWe highly recommend booking post-tour accommodation to full experience this charming city.
We highly recommend booking post-tour accommodation to full experience this charming city.

Discover Austria

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Picturesque village by the lake with misty mountains and charming architecture on a cloudy day.
Stunning aerial view of the rugged Alpine mountains near Salzburg, Austria.
Magnificent scenery of rough majestic mountains peaks covered with dry vegetation and snow under cloudy sky
Scenic view of Hallstatt village surrounded by mountains and lake in misty atmosphere.
A picturesque landscape featuring a solitary tree on a lush, green hillside with distant mountains.
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