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Come and experience a 3-night train excursion, exclusively organised by Tauck, on the Golden Eagle Danube Express, which accommodates only 55 Tauck guests.
Travel through Switzerland, Italy, Austria, and Lichtenstein to discover art, castles, wine, and culinary experiences, along with some of Europe’s most breathtaking mountain railways.
The journey can run in either direction, with the eastbound route starting in Milan for two nights, followed by a train expedition through Central Europe, including the elegant towns and walkways of Lake Como, the towering peaks and granite valleys of the St. Gotthard Pass, and stops at Zurich, Liechtenstein, and Innsbruck.
Finally, conclude the journey with a two-night stay in Vienna at the renowned art deco masterpiece, Hotel Bristol.
Highlights
- Three nights aboard Golden Eagle Luxury Trains' Danube Express
- Two nights at the stylish Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan
- Two nights at the historic Hotel Bristol in Vienna
- Walking tour of the historic Brera District in Milan
- Visit to Kunsthaus Art Museum in Zurich
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as detailed
- 19 meals, service charges, gratuities to local guides, admission fees, taxes and porterage
Itinerary
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Day 1 – Arrive MilanTour begins: 6:00 PM. A transfer is included from Milan Malpensa Airport to the Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan in the heart of the city, opposite the Central Station and close to the fashion district. Join us this evening for a welcome reception and dinner at the hotel. Stay at Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan |
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Day 2 – A Taste of MilanDiscover Milan’s historic center with an early morning private visit to the Ambrosiana Library, home to Da Vinci’s notebooks. Admire Milan’s architectural gems, including the stunning Duomo, on a walking tour. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and explore the bohemian Brera District. Dine at a local restaurant in the evening. Stay at Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan |
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Day 3 – A Rail Journey to RememberBoard the Danube Express from Milano Centrale for a three-night rail journey. Explore charming Como and its 14th-century Duomo before heading to St. Gotthard Pass and Zurich. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, including Lake Lucerne, and dine aboard the train. Golden Eagle Danube Express |
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Day 4 – Zurich & VaduzChoose your own adventure in Zurich! Take a panoramic coach tour followed by a walking tour of Old Town or visit the Kunsthaus Museum of Art. Then, enjoy lunch on the train as you travel through scenic landscapes to Vaduz in Liechtenstein. Take a walking tour of the city’s historic center and view the clifftop medieval castle. Dine on board the train in the evening. Golden Eagle Danube Express |
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Day 5 – Innsbruck & Lake AchenInnsbruck, the Capital of the Alps, has a stunning mountain range and was favored by the Habsburgs. Take a walking tour of the medieval old town and then hop on the Danube Express to travel through central Austria’s scenic landscapes to Lake Achen. Enjoy a cruise and explore the traditional Austrian tavern, beaches, forest, and alpine pasture. Return for a farewell dinner before departing for Vienna. Golden Eagle Danube Express |
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Day 6: Vienna & Schönbrunn Palace after hoursStart with an exclusive concert in Vienna with sparkling wine, then return for lunch on the train. Check into your premier Art Deco hotel, opposite the Vienna State Opera House. Enjoy a private after-hours tour of Schönbrunn Palace, including the Gloriette and Imperial apartments. Dine at Cafe Residenz, a classic Viennese cafe in the palace’s eastern wing. Stay at Hotel Bristol, Vienna |
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Day 7: Hofburg & Belvedere in ViennaTour ends: Vienna. Enjoy breakfast and fly home anytime. A transfer is included from the Hotel Bristol to Vienna International Airport. Allow at least three hours for flight check-in. |
Departures & Rates
Milan to Vienna (Eastbound) journey for two in Deluxe Cabin accommodation from $19,140 pp
Following departure dates available:
- Sept 24th
- Oct 2nd
This journey also starts from Vienna to Milan (Westbound) from $19,140 pp
Following departure dates available:
- Sept 20th
- Sept 28th
Prices are for “Deluxe” cabin accommodations aboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express
Important Terms
- Land Tours: Cancellation penalties for land tours apply as follows - 60 days or more before departure = Loss of Deposit. 8 days before departure = 25% total cost of tour. 7 days or less before departure = 50% of total cost of tour
- Train Tours: 120 days or more before departure = Loss of Deposit. 60 days before departure = Loss of 50% of tour cost, not including air (if applicable). 59-1 day before departure = Loss of 100% of tour cost, not including air (if applicable)
- Please note: Airfares included on On-Tour Flights required with any of Tauck tours may be subject to different cancellation fees not outlined above.
- * For services included in your booking that are not provided by Tauck, additional cancellation fees may be incurred
- * Travel Professionals may impose their own cancellation fees.
*Rates are subject to availability and seasonality and may change without notice. Rates are based on two adults sharing. For solo travellers or single person occupancy rates or further information on terms and conditions, please contact our Travel Specialists at time of booking.
Accommodation
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NIGHTS 1-2: Vienna, Austria Hotel Bristol, ViennaHotel Bristol Vienna is a world-renowned luxury hotel located next to Vienna State Opera. Combining historic grandeur with modern amenities, it offers exquisite dining, impeccable service, and opulent guest rooms furnished with antiques. Rated among the world’s finest hotels, its Bristol Lounge and Bar provide an art deco-style setting for drinks and snacks. |
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NIGHTS 3 – 5: Central & Eastern Europe
Golden Eagle Danube ExpressThe Golden Eagle Danube Express by UK’s Golden Eagle Luxury Trains is a luxurious “hotel on wheels” in Central Europe. Cabins transform into well-appointed bedrooms each night. Superior Deluxe Cabins (93 sq. ft.) offer two full-size picture windows and a full-length sofa that converts to a UK-standard King Size bed. Deluxe Cabins (83 sq. ft.) have two armchairs and convert to lower beds at dinner. Cabins have private bathrooms, excellent storage, air conditioning, dimmer lights, WiFi, USB ports, power sockets, and a safe. |
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NIGHTS 6 – 7: Milan, Italy
Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, MilanEstablished by the Milanese Gallia family in 1932, Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan endures as a landmark in the center of Italy’s dynamically creative city. Iconic and visually distinct, it seamlessly celebrates Milanese experience and evolution, alongside fashion, design and gastronomy. Located between the ever-changing landscape of Milan’s new financial district and creative “Isola,” Excelsior Hotel Gallia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan is supremely positioned in the city that acts as a gateway to Italy and beyond. With Milano Centrale on the doorstep and the hotel’s modern fleet of Maseratis at hand, Italy is ripe for discovery. |
