Discover Central & Eastern Europe by Private Train

By Prapti

We are proud to operate the only international private train in Europe with en suite compartments, lower beds and air conditioning. Our exclusive private train offers a truly unforgettable experience in a relaxed atmosphere where the emphasis is on service, comfort and informality.

#The Transylvanian – from Budapest to Istanbul (or vise versa ) in 4 days (3nights)

Day 1 Morning departure after a reception in the Royal Waiting Room at Budapest Nyugati station. Spectacular “Puszta’ horse show on the Hungarian Plain.

Day 2 Morning in Sighisoara, one of the best-preserved fortified medieval towns in Europe. After a visit to Bran Castle, known as Dracula’s Castle, the train climbs over the Carpathian mountains

Day 3 Arrive in Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria’s ancient capital for a tour. Later in Kazanlak, visit the Shipka Memorial Church and a Thracian Tomb.

Day 4 Arrive Istanbul

Eastbound departures from Budapest on 21 May, 11 June and 3 September 2014

Westbound departures from Istanbul on 25 May, 15 June and 7 September 2014

#The Central European – From Budapest to Prague in 4 days (3 nights)

Day 1. Reception in the Royal Waiting Room at Budapest Nygati station before departure. Junch is served as the train travels alongside Lake Balaton to Keszthely for a tour of the Festetics Palace.

Day 2. Morning tour of Vienna with a visit to Schonbruun Palace. Afternoon tour of Brastislava and its stunning castle.

Days 3. A city tour of Cracow in the morning. After lunch, visit the Wieliczka Salt Mines, a World Heritage site.

Day 4. Arrive Prague.

Departure from Budapest on 31 May, 21 June and 13 September 2014

NB Avoid flying by opting to travel from/to London by train. Please request a brochure for further details.

#Istanbul to Prague – Journey across Eastern and Central Europe, from the edge of the Bosphorus to the heart of Prague

A 10-day journey combining the Transylvanian West from Istanbul and the Central European with 3 nights in Budapest.

Departures from Istanbul on 25 may, 15 June and 7 September.

 We can also arrange add-on packages with hotel accommodation, either with or without air or rail travel from the UK. For further information phone 01462 441400 or visit : www.danube-express.com