Golden Eagle Luxury Trains
Christmas Markets Of Central Europe
8 Day/7 Night Christmas Markets of Central Europe
Journey between Central Europe’s most classical Christmas Markets aboard the nostalgically appointed Golden Eagle Danube Express. Daylight running of our private train through the Alps provide magical winter wonderland photographic opportunities throughout the itinerary. Weave through the snow-capped peaks of the Austrian Alps before enjoying the joys of the festive season with this expertly curated itinerary – perfectly designed to indulge the senses at the most wonderful time of the year.
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Deluxe Class (7 Nights) Twin
3 Dec - 10 Dec 26 $16,229
3 Dec - 10 Dec 27 $22,778
Superior Deluxe Class (7 Nights) Twin
3 Dec - 10 Dec 26 $26,032
3 Dec - 10 Dec 27 $29,490
NOTE: Travel also available in eastbound ie Munich to Budapest 07-14 Dec 24 & 25
A non-refundable deposit of 25% per person is required at time of confirmation. Non-refundable final balance is due at 90 days before departure.
Includes: 2 nights pre accommodation at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace or similar, Budapest
Private en-suite accommodation on the Golden Eagle Danube Express Train
2 nights post accommodation at Hotel Bayerischer Hof or similar, Munich
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from standard bar list
Expertly guided off-train excursions
Cabin attendant service including evening turndown
Services of an experienced Tour Management team
Services of a UK-registered Doctor and medical facilities on board
Arrival and departure transfers
Luggage porterage throughout the journey
All gratuities
Bonus: Champagne reception on departure
Extended visits to the Christmas Markets of Munich, Salzburg, Vienna and Budapest
See Vienna stunning Old Town by horse-drawn carriage
Tasting experience of the traditional Pirker gingerbread in front of the iconic St Stephens Cathedral, Vienna
Enjoy a short concert of traditional Viennese Christmas folk songs at Vienna's Hofburg Palace (Budapest to Munich itinerary)
Private concert featuring the Vienna Supreme Orchestra (Munich to Budapest itinerary)
New Year in Vienna
9 Day/8 Night New Year in Vienna
Celebrate the New Year in style with a spectacular voyage aboard a private luxury train. From Budapest, venture through winter wonderland landscapes of the valleys beneath the towering Austrian Alps as the journey traverses Central Europe to experience a collection of beautiful capital cities and hidden gems. Mark the New Year in Vienna, with a gala dinner and a performance by the renowned Wiener Hofball Orchestra. This journey is an extraordinary combination of musical celebration, rich history and architectural treasures.
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Deluxe Class (8 Nights) Twin
28 Dec 27 - 5 Jan 28 $33,760
Superior Deluxe Class (8 Nights) Twin
28 Dec 27 - 5 Jan 28 $42,708
NOTE: A non-refundable deposit of 25% per person is required at time of confirmation. Non-refundable final balance is due at 90 days before departure.
Includes: 2 nights pre and 1 night post tour accommodation at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace or similar, Budapest
Private en-suite accommodation on the Golden Eagle Danube Express Train
8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from standard bar list
Expertly guided off-train excursions with Freedom of Choice touring options
VIP tickets to the Silvester New Years Eve Gala Ball in Vienna
Cabin attendant service including evening turndown
Services of an experienced Tour Management team
Services of a UK-registered Doctor and medical facilities on board
Arrival and departure transfers
Luggage porterage throughout the journey
All gratuities
Bonus: Champagne reception on departure with a military brass band performance
Learn how to dance the Viennese Waltz at the prestigious Elmayer Dance School
VIP tickets to an exclusive New Years Eve Gala featuring the Wiener Hofball Orchestra
See Vienna by horse-drawn carriage on route to a private New Years Day brunch at Palais Coburg
Enjoy a vintage tram ride through the historic centre of Prague
Private classical concert at Prague's impressive Municipal House
Istanbul to Paris
8 Day/7 Night Istanbul to Paris
Embark on an iconic voyage, traversing legendary cities across the continent. This extraordinary journey unfolds from the magical metropolis of Istanbul to the very heart of Europe, Paris – promising an unparalleled experience with signature Golden Eagle experiences throughout.
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Deluxe Class (7 Nights) Twin
11 Oct - 18 Oct 26 $34,370
16 May - 23 May 27 $40,472
Superior Deluxe Class (7 Nights) Twin
11 Oct - 18 Oct 26 $43,320
16 May - 23 May 27 $51,250
NOTE: A non-refundable deposit of 25% per person is required at time of confirmation. Non-refundable final balance is due at 90 days before departure.
Includes: 1 nights pre accommodation at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul or similar at Sultanahmet
Private en-suite accommodation on the Golden Eagle Danube Express Train
1 nights post accommodation at InterContinental Paris- Le Grand or similar
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from standard bar list
Expertly guided off-train excursions
Cabin attendant service including evening turndown
Services of an experienced Tour Management team
Services of a UK-registered Doctor and medical facilities on board
Arrival and departure transfers
Luggage porterage throughout the journey
All gratuities
Bonus: Champagne reception on departure
Private saxophone performance in the spectacular Postojna Caves
Ascend the breathtaking Semmering Pass, renowned for its 16 viaducts and 15 tunnels
Experience a private classical concert featuring the illustrious Vienna Supreme Orchestra
Enjoy a splendid Farewell Dinner on the atmospheric banks of the Bosphorus (Paris to Istanbul itinerary)
Balkan Explorer
12 Day/11 Night Balkan Explorer
This voyage of a lifetime transports you from the enchanting “City of Water” to the jewel of the Byzantium Empire. Evocative of the refinement and sumptuous elegance of a by-gone era, our trains capture the vintage charm of the golden era of travel. Begin your journey in Venice before meandering through the captivating Balkan Region. Experience exclusive excursions across this iconic route before arriving in the magical city of Istanbul.
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Deluxe Class (11 Nights) Twin
7 May - 18 May 27, 10 Sep - 21 Sep 27 & 19 Oct - 30 Oct 27 $47,996
Superior Deluxe Class (11 Nights) Twin
7 May - 18 May 27, 10 Sep - 21 Sep 27 & 19 Oct - 30 Oct 27 $62,436
NOTE: A non-refundable deposit of 25% per person is required at time of confirmation. Non-refundable final balance is due at 90 days before departure.
Includes: 2 nights pre accommodation at Hotel Monaco & Grand Canal Venice or similar
Private en-suite accommodation on the Golden Eagle Danube Express Train
1 night accommodation at Hotel Bristol, Belgrade or similar
2 nights post accommodation at Four Season Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet or similar
11 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 11 dinners
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from standard bar list
Expertly guided off-train excursions with Freedom of Choice touring options
Cabin attendant service including evening turndown
Services of an experienced Tour Management team
Services of a UK-registered Doctor and medical facilities on board
Arrival and departure transfers
Luggage porterage throughout the journey
All gratuities
Bonus: Enjoy a gondola ride through the iconic waterways of romantic Venice
Explore the ethereal Postojna Cave network of limestone caverns and monuments
Discover Sarajevo's poignant history through a truly absorbing guided tour of the city
Visit one of the world's best preserved Roman amphitheatres in ancient Plovdiv
Tour Istanbul's magnificent Sultan Ahmet Mosque (the Blue Mosque)
Taste of Italy
6 Day/5 Night A Taste of Italy
Discover Italy through a six-day journey that weaves together classical beauty, regional character, and unforgettable landscapes. From the ancient Greek theatres and sun-drenched terraces of Taormina, travel onward to the baroque splendour of Ragusa, where honey-coloured palazzi rise above a labyrinth of historic streets. In Palermo, Sicily’s vibrant capital, layers of Arab, Norman, and Italian heritage create a city rich in flavour, colour, and culture.
Cross to the mainland to the dramatic Tyrrhenian coastline and the understated elegance of Maratea, before continuing north to romantic Verona, forever associated with opera, Roman history, and timeless love stories. The journey culminates in Venice, a city unlike any other, where canals replace streets and centuries of art, architecture, and romance provide a fittingly magical finale to this remarkable Italian odyssey.
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Deluxe Class (5 Nights) Twin
7 Sep - 12 Sep 27 $28,472
Superior Deluxe Class (5 Nights) Twin
7 Sep - 12 Sep 27 $35,590
NOTE: A non-refundable deposit of 25% per person is required at time of confirmation. Non-refundable final balance is due at 90 days before departure.
Includes: 1 nights' pre accommodation at a 5-star hotel in Taormina, Sicily
Private en-suite accommodation on the Golden Eagle Danube Express Train
1 night's post accommodation at a 5-star hotel in Venice
Freshly prepared meals on board, using the finest local ingredients
Authentic dining experiences in local restaurants
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from standard bar list
Expertly guided off-train excursions
Cabin attendant service including evening turndown
Services of an experienced Tour Management team
Arrival and departure transfers
Luggage porterage throughout the journey
All gratuities
Bonus: Visit Mount Etna, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Europes most famous active volcano
Explore the Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for elegant Sicilian Baroque architecture
Discover Arab-Norman Palermo and the Cathedral Churches of Cefalu and Monreale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site reflecting a unique cultural fusion
Wander the City of Verona, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its Roman and medieval heritage
Experience Venice and its Lagoon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its iconic canals and historic palaces
Eastern Europe
12 Day/11 Night Eastern Europe Discovery
Trace the legacy of Europe’s great empires from the seat of ultimate rail luxury aboard the private Golden Eagle Danube Express. This train holiday in Eastern Europe pairs opulent en-suite cabins with seamless, five-star service across 12 unforgettable days.
From a private Chopin recital in Warsaw to exclusive after-hours access at imperial palaces, experience the region’s rich architectural splendour through curated VIP encounters – with every fine dining menu, private transfer, and excursion effortlessly managed by your dedicated on-board team.
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Deluxe Class (11 Nights) Twin
2 Jun - 18 Jun 27 $45,760
Superior Deluxe Class (11 Nights) Twin
2 Jun - 18 Jun 27 $58,368
NOTE: A non-refundable deposit of 25% per person is required at time of confirmation. Non-refundable final balance is due at 90 days before departure.
Includes: 2 nights pre accommodation at Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace or similar, Budapest
Private en-suite accommodation on the Golden Eagle Danube Express Train
1 nights post accommodation at Ritz-Carlton, Vienna
Freshly prepared meals on board, using the finest local ingredients
Authentic dining experiences in local restaurants
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from standard bar list
Expertly guided off-train excursions
Cabin attendant service including evening turndown
Services of an experienced Tour Management team
Services of a UK-registered Doctor and medical facilities on board
Arrival and departure transfers
Luggage porterage throughout the journey
All gratuities
Bonus: Poignant visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau, a deeply moving experience
Private Chopin recital in a historical palace, Warsaw
Explore Berlin's most iconic sights from behind the wheel of a classic VEB Trabant, a rare and immersive experience
Discover the architectural splendour of Prague and Dresden, restored to former glory
Explore UNESCO-listed wonders such as Krakow, Malbork Castle & Semmering Pass
Sicilian Odyssey
12 Day/11 Night Sicilian Odyssey
Discover the soul of Italy on this luxurious rail voyage from Venice to Sicily, where timeless beauty and rich heritage unfold at every turn. Travel through the musical charm of Cremona, the culinary capital of Bologna, and the clifftop Republic of San Marino, before exploring the ancient ruins of Pompeii and the fairytale Trulli of Alberobello.
Crossing into Sicily, the journey unfolds through a rich mosaic of experience: barter with locals amid the vibrant buzz of Palermo’s ancient markets, admire the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento and dazzling mosaics of Syracuse, with each destination weaving a unique thread in this unforgettable tapestry of culture and heritage.
Conclude your odyssey in the dramatic shadow of Mount Etna, with time to savour Taormina’s clifftop vistas and the coastal elegance of Catania. With handpicked excursions, fine dining, and impeccable service throughout, the Sicilian Odyssey is a curated exploration of Italy’s most evocative landscapes.
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Deluxe Class (11 Nights) Twin
29 Aug - 9 Sep 27 $56,742
Superior Deluxe Class (11 Nights) Twin
29 Aug - 9 Sep 27 $70,978
NOTE: A non-refundable deposit of 25% per person is required at time of confirmation. Non-refundable final balance is due at 90 days before departure.
Includes: 2 night's post accommodation at a 5-star hotel in Venice
Private en-suite accommodation on the Golden Eagle Danube Express Train
2 nights' pre accommodation at a 5-star hotel in Taormina, Sicily
Freshly prepared meals on board, using the finest local ingredients
Authentic dining experiences in local restaurants
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from standard bar list
Expertly guided off-train excursions
Cabin attendant service including evening turndown
Services of an experienced Tour Management team
Arrival and departure transfers
Luggage porterage throughout the journey
All gratuities
Bonus: Visit the thrilling Ferrari factory in nearby Maranello, complete with a museum tour and driving simulator experience
Travel up the slopes of Mount Vesuvius to visit a family-run vineyard nestled in the volcanic soils- later enjoying a tasting of their acclaimed wines and delicious local specialities.
Explore UNESCO-listed gems - including the Valley of the Temples, Alberobello, and the San Marino Old Town- one of the world's oldest sovereign states.
Enjoy a concert at the grand Teatro Massimo, Italy's largest opera house.
Voyage to the Roof of the World
13 Day/12 Night Voyage to the Roof of the World
Embark on an epic 13-day journey through China’s ancient heartlands and mystical highlands aboard the Golden Eagle Silk Road Express, blending cultural immersion with breathtaking landscapes. This meticulously crafted tour, inspired by the Silk Road and Qinghai-Xizang Railway, begins in Beijing’s imperial grandeur, traverses the historical treasures of Luoyang and Xi’an, and ventures into the spiritual and natural wonders of Chengdu, Xining, Dunhuang, and Lhasa. With private cabins, gourmet dining, and expert-guided excursions, this adventure offers a seamless blend of comfort and discovery, culminating in the spiritual capital of Lhasa.
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Superior Class (12 Nights) Twin
6 Apr - 18 Apr 27 & 19 Sep - 1 Oct 27 $46,176
NOTE: A non-refundable deposit of 25% per person is required at time of confirmation. Non-refundable final balance is due at 90 days before departure.
Please note that all railway schedules in China are determined solely by the Chinese railway bureau. As a result, Golden Eagle do not have control over the exact timings allocated to their journeys, which may occasionally include early morning or late night departures or arrivals. This can necessitate adjustments to the published itinerary, such as changes to visiting hours, routing, or the inclusion of activities.
Includes: 2 nights pre accommodation at Four Seasons or similar, Beijing
Private en-suite accommodation on the Golden Eagle Silk Road Express train
2 nights post accommodation at St Regis Lhasa Resort or similar, Lhasa
Freshly prepared meals on board, using the finest local ingredients
Authentic dining experiences in local restaurants
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from standard bar list
Expertly guided off-train excursions
Cabin attendant service including evening turndown
Services of an experienced Tour Management team
Services of a UK-registered Doctor and medical facilities on board
Arrival and departure transfers
Luggage porterage throughout the journey
All gratuities
Bonus: Traverse the Tanggula Mountain Pass, the highest point of the Qinghai-Xizang Railway at an astonishing 16,640 feet above sea level.
Visit the legendary Great Wall at Badaling, one of mankind's greatest architectural triumphs.
Explore UNESCO-listed gems - including the Mogao Caves, Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple - the Cradle of Kung
Experience the world-renowned Terracotta Warriors - a vast subterranean army featuring over 6,000 intricately detailed life-sized soldiers, horses, and chariots.
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