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Danube Express Golden Eagle Austria, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Europe, Hungary, Romania, Slovakia, Turkey, Slovenia

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Golden Eagle Danube Express Luxury Train Club
Danube Express Luxury Train Club
Golden Eagle Danube Express Luxury Train Club
Golden Eagle Danube Express Luxury Train Club
Golden Eagle Danube Express Luxury Train Club
Golden Eagle Danube Express Luxury Train Club

DANUBE EXPRESS OFFERS & NEWS

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Danube Express - Members of the Club (free to join) have discount off the published prices of any journey. Prices quoted are ex Club Discount

2024 Danube Express Availability (as of 15 April 2024)

*NEW - Information Sheets available for all journeys.*

Please request summaries for your preferred Danube Express itineraries.

Dates Superior Deluxe Deluxe Status
May 2024
Venice to Istanbul Balkan Explorer May 1 - 12 1 left1 left Confirmed
Castles of Transylvania Istanbul-Budapest May 10 - 161 left Email
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Grand Alpine Express Budapest - Venice May 17 - 27 Email
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September 2024
Eastern Europe Discovery (NEW) Sep 3 - 14 1 left YES Confirmed
Venice to Istanbul Balkan Explorer
Sep 12 - 23 5 left YES Confirmed
October 2024
Venice to Istanbul Balkan Explorer Oct 11 - 22 Email
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Castles of Transylvania Istanbul-Budapest Oct 20 - 26 4 left YES Confirmed
Fall Colours of Hungary (NEW) Oct 24 - 31 YES YES Pending
November & December 2024 / January 2025
Christmas Markets: Budapest - Munich (NEW) Dec 03 - 10 YES YES Pending
Christmas Markets: Munich - Budapest (NEW) Dec 07 - 14 YES YES Pending
New Year in Vienna Budapest-Vienna-Budapest Dec 28 - Jan 50 5 left YES Pending

About the Accommodation

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Danube Express

About The Danube Express

The Danube Express only carries 50 passengers, serving freshly prepared meals using traditional menus and served at a single sitting in the elegant Restaurant car.

A subtle blend of modern technology, décor and fixtures create an ambiance, evocative of a bygone era, when elegance and style were quintessential elements of travel.

Once on board, guests can relax in the knowledge that everything is taken care of - from champagne receptions and delicious regional cuisine to engaging guides and sightseeing at every stop.

Accommodation

Superior Deluxe Cabin

Danube Express Super Deluxe Luxury Train Club

Superior Deluxe inc. private bathroom: 93 sq ft / 8.6 m (14’9” long / 4.54 m long); double bed size: 6’2” x 5’0” / 1.90 m x 1.52 m

Superior Deluxe cabins with private bathrooms per departure.

By day, a full length sofa and two additional chairs. By night, the Super Deluxe cabin is a bedroom with a King (US - nearly Queen / Europe - almost King) bed.

The large cabin also has two full-size picture windows; one can be opened.

Danube Express Super Deluxe Suite Luxury Train Club

Super Deluxe cabins have a large double wardrobe with storage space, individual air-conditioning, lighting with dimmer switches, reading lights, Wi-Fi and USB ports, power sockets & safe.

The Danube Express Super Deluxe cabin has a private bathroom with a shower, washbasin and WC, heated towel rail, 230v/110v shaver socket, hairdryer & toiletries.

Deluxe Cabin

Danube Express Luxury Train Club Gold Class Deluxe day

Danube Express Deluxe night

Deluxe Cabin by night

Danube Express Deluxe Carriage plan Luxury Train Club

Deluxe Suite inc. bathroom: 83 sq ft / 7.74 sq m, twin beds each one 6′ 1″ x 2′ 7.5″ /1.85 m x 0.8 m

Deluxe cabin has a private bathroom with a shower, washbasin and WC, heated towel rail, 230v/110v shaver socket, hairdryer & toiletries.

By day, two armchairs and a free-standing chair. By night, the Deluxe cabin becomes a bedroom with twin beds.

Deluxe cabins have cupboard and a full-length wardrobe with storage space, air-conditioning, lighting with dimmer switches, reading lights, Wi-Fi and USB ports, power sockets & safe. A partially-opening large picture window and full-length mirror enhance the spacious feel.

Lounge Car

Settle in to the unhurried pace of life on board, amongst the wood panelled walls, softly toned décor, comfortable sofas and seating. A member of staff is on hand from mid-morning until the early hours to assist or serve you with welcome refreshment.

Dining Car

The elegant yet unpretentious Restaurant car offers a comfortable and informal atmosphere. All meals are served in a single sitting and there is time to relax and enjoy the sense of occasion.

Regional specialities are freshly prepared and cooked on board by experienced chefs using local and seasonal ingredients. Menus are composed with care to ensure they appeal to all tastes. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated though should always be advised in advance.

Itineraries, Prices & Dates 2024

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CASTLES OF TRANSYLVANIA

Istanbul – Veliko Tarnovo – Sinaia (Peles Castle) – Brasov (Bran Castle) – Sighisoara – Sibiu – Kecskemet – Lajosmizse - Budapest

Castles of Transylvania, Istanbul - Budapest Luxury Train Club

6 nights/7 days. One night in the Four Seasons Sultanahmet Hotel, Istanbul. One night in the Four Seasons Gresham Palace, Budapest

Taking in four countries, multiple castles and palaces, as well as some of Central Europe’s most beautiful scenery over seven days, this interesting trip is perfect for time-poor travellers.

Danube Express Castles of Transylvania map Luxury Train Club

Delve into the history surrounding Romania’s most infamous historical figure, Vlad the Impaler – or as he is more commonly known, Count Dracula – on this 7-day rail cruise of Transylvania. Enjoy a walking tour of the beautifully preserved town of Sighisoara where he was born, discover Sibiu’s Evangelic Cathedral where Vlad’s son was buried after his assassination, and, visit the impressive Bran Castle - the setting made famous by Bram Stoker’s novel as the residence of the vampire count.

Please contact us for full tour details.

Dates and Prices 2024

Prices quoted are ex Club Discount

2024: 10-16 May. 20-26 October

Superior Deluxe Class: £11,295/$14,095 per person. € on request

Deluxe Cabin: £8,995/$11,195 per person. € on request

Single prices available for both cabins


BALKAN EXPLORER

Venice - Trieste - Postojna - Ljubljana -Sarajevo - Mostar - Dubrovnik - Belgrade - Skopje - Sofia - Plovdiv - Istanbul

Balkan Odyssey Danube Express Luxury Train Club Dubrovnik

11 nights / 12 days, with 2 nights in the Hotel Danieli in Venice before joining the Golden Eagle Danube Express.

Danube Express Balkan Explorer Map Luxury Train Club

Venice to Istanbul. One is transported to some fascinating cities through spectacular scenery, covering a variety of countries. City tours with meals on and off the train allow one to absorb the various cultures. The last night is spent in a five star hotel in Istanbul.

Please contact us for full tour details.

Dates and Prices 2024

Prices quoted are ex Club Discount

2024: 1-12 May. 12-23 September. 11-22 October

Superior Deluxe Class: £18,595/$23,195 per person. € on request

Deluxe Cabin: £14,795/$18,495 per person. € on request

Single prices available for both cabins


GRAND ALPINE EXPRESS

Budapest - Vienna - Semmering Pass - Lake Achen - Innsbruck - Zurich - St Gotthard Pass - Lake Como - Milan - Verona - Trieste - Lake Bled - Ljubljana - Venice

8 nights/9 days. 2 night stay at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace, Budapest.

Please contact us for full tour details.

Danube Express Grand Alpine Express Map Luxury Train Club

Tour Highlights

  • Private concert at Vienna’s Mozarthaus featuring the Vienna Supreme Orchestra
  • Travel over the spectacular Semmering Pass with its 16 viaducts and 15 tunnels
  • Visit Lake Bled’s Pletna island on a private boat cruise
  • Dine beside stunning Lake Como and tour the medieval village of Bellagio
  • Explore the ethereal Postojna Cave network of limestone caverns and monuments
  • Enjoy a gondola ride through the iconic waterways of romantic Venice

From the classic capital cities of Budapest and Vienna, we venture deep into the Austrian Tyrol before heading across the valleys of the Swiss Alps and onwards through the Italian Lake District before heading into the lesser-known but equally beautiful country of Slovenia and its jewel in the crown, Lake Bled.

Traverse some of the most scenic railway lines in the world as the Golden Eagle Danube Express weaves its way through tunnels, across viaducts and over mountain passes.

Journeys end will be in the stunning maritime city of Venice, an outstanding mix of Gothic and Renaissance palaces perched on the edge of the Italian coast. A perfect end to a memorable journey of alpine discover.

Please contact us for full tour details.

Dates and Prices 2024

Prices quoted are ex Club Discount

2024: 17 - 27 May

Superior Deluxe Class: £17,195/$21,495 per person. € on request

Deluxe Cabin: £13,695/$17,095 per person. € on request

Single prices available for both cabins


FALL COLOURS OF HUNGARY

Budapest - Keszthely - Tapolica - Sopron - Eger - Lillafured - Aggtelek - Hortobagy National Park - Tokaj - Opusztaszer - Szeged - Budapest

8 days/7 nights. 2 hotel nights.

Hungary is a magical mosaic of new and old – archaic architecture frames the boulevards of thriving bars and contemporary art installations.

Unbox this treasure chest of cultural riches, on board the elegantly appointed Golden Eagle Danube Express.

A tailor-made voyage for 2024, Hungarian Fall Colours ventures beyond the boundaries of the traditional City Break.

With our expertly curated itineraries, explore the baroque splendour of Budapest and discover the fiery autumnal tones of the rolling countryside.

Delve deep into the Zemplen Mountains and trace the labyrinth of Tokaj wine cellars…a magical voyage awaits.

Please contact us for full tour details.

Dates and Prices 2024

Prices quoted are ex Club Discount

2024: 24-31 October

Superior Deluxe Class: £11,795/$14,795 per person. € on request

Deluxe Cabin: £9,395/$11,795 per person. € on request

Single prices available for both cabins


CHRISTMAS MARKETS OF CENTRAL EUROPE

Budapest - Vienna - Salzburg - Munich OR Munich - Salzburg - Vienna - Budapest

8 days/7 nights. 2 hotel nights. Budapest 2 days/Vienna 2 days/Salzburg 2 days/ Munich 2 days

The ultimate Christmas tour.

What a wonderful way to visit these fabulous Christmas markets set in such historical venues.

Weave through the snow-capped peaks of the Austrian Alps before enjoying the joys of the season with this expertly curated itinerary – perfectly designed to indulge the senses at the most wonderful time of the year.

Signature Golden Eagle Luxury Trains experiences include a magical concert of Viennese Christmas folk songs, a traditional ‘Fiaker’ (horse-drawn carriage) through Vienna’s grand boulevard and a tasting session of the traditional Pirker gingerbread in front of the iconic St Stephen’s Cathedral.

Please contact us for full tour details.

Dates and Prices 2024

Prices quoted are ex Club Discount

2024: Budapest to Munich. 27 November - 4 December

2024: Munich to Budapest. 1-8 December

Superior Deluxe Class: £9,995/$12,495 per person. € on request

Deluxe Cabin: £7,995/$9,995 per person. € on request

Single prices available for both cabins



NEW YEAR IN VIENNA, Budapest - Budapest

Budapest - Keszthely - Graz - Vienna - Cesky Krumlov - Prague - Kosice - Budapest

Danube Express New Year in Vienna Luxury Train Club

9 days/8 nights. What a memorable way to see in the New Year, with New Year's Day in Vienna. From Budapest in Hungary we travel through a winter wonderland landscape of valleys nestling beneath the towering Austrian Alps. As the train crosses Central Europe we visit a collection of beautiful capital cities and hidden gems delivering a stylish combination of musical celebration, rich history and tours of architectural treasures on this fascinating New Year’s voyage by private train.

Please contact us for full tour details.

Dates and Prices 2024

2024: 28 December - 5 January

Superior Deluxe Class: £12,295/€14,095/$16,595 per person

Deluxe Cabin: £9,895/€11,295/$13,295 per person

Single prices available for both cabin

Prices quoted are ex Club Discount


General Information

Includes. Experienced Tour Managers chosen for their travel knowledge and their linguistic and organisational abilities; Arrival and Departure Transfers - Transfers are included; Hotel and On Board Accommodation - Room upgrades are available on request and at extra cost; Welcome and Farewell Dinners - Each tour begins with a Welcome Dinner and ends with the Farewell Dinner; Route Guide, Itinerary and Information Pack - there is a programme of briefings; Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Daily; Drinks with Meals and from the Bar Lounge Car; On Board Service - housekeeping and bedding turn down services and complimentary tea, coffee and bottle drinking water in your cabin; Guided Off-Train Excursions - with expert local guides. (Imperial Suite guests have the option of a private car and guide on most visits; Freedom of Choice Touring - options that best suits your interests, presented on-board; Personal Headsets - On all off–train excursions; On Board Doctor and Medical Facilities - on call 24 hours a day, the doctor is on hand to give primary care; Porterage - wherever necessary, porterage is included between the hotel and stations; All Gratuities - included in the tour price.

Excludes. Personal expenses such as international and internal flights, visa costs, travel insurance and laundry.

Luggage. Storage space for 2 suitcases. Overhead luggage racks as well as wardrobe hanging space. If necessary, the cabin attendants can store additional bags at the end of the carriage.

Laundry. Available at extra cost, 48hr turnaround.

Smoking. Not allowed on the train.

Payments. Please note: We only accept payments in US$ Dollars with the exception of UK residents (payments in £ Sterling) and residents of the Eurozone countries (payment in Euros).

Passports and Visas. Please check the requirements from where you are travelling for the countries mentioned in the tours.

Vaccinations: Please consult your doctor for the countries that are being visited.

Insurance. It is a booking condition that you must be fully insured for any medical expenses that may be incurred whilst travelling. This information is required 6 weeks prior to travelling.

Dress code. Comfortable walking shoes and light waterproof jacket are recommended. For day time, comfortable, smart/casual; for dinner, smart attire.

Swiss Rail Spectacular: For Meals served in hotels, guests are asked not to wear shorts, sportswear, hats/caps and sandals. Specifically, for dinner at Badrutt’s Palace on day 6, the hotel has an ‘elegant’ dress code; Gentlemen to wear a jacket; a tie is not required. For ladies, smart dress will be suitable; they do not need formal/evening dress.

Gratuities. These are included in the price of the ticket and it is strongly recommended to refrain from offering any.

Unforeseen events/changes: itineraries, routes and times may change at any time for reasons outside the control of the train company. Every effort will be made by train staff to minimise any impact; the Luxury Train Club cannot accept any responsibility for any changes. The Club aims to keep itineraries as up to date as possible.

Coronavirus Notice: Go here for general travel and health advice from governments, WHO and other organisations. Go here for updates about Danube Express cleaning processes.



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