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  • About £108/day across 10 days
  • 1,140 all-in with a typical £57 flight from London114/day)
  • We only rate a price against this trip's own history once we've tracked it for 21 days — no guessing before that.
  • Cheaper per day than 4 of 4 similar trips we compared
  • 5.0 from 1 traveller reviews

Price movement, fill and the all-in cost come from our own daily tracking— not the operator’s feed. You book on TourRadar; the live price always applies there.

Length10 days
RouteBudapest → Milan
Group sizeMax 10
Ages18–35s
Nights9 nights
Runs11 months/yr
BookingInstant confirm

About this trip

This is an overland journey through Central Europe, travelling by train and bus from Budapest to Milan with a small group of other young travellers.

Over 10 days you move through Hungary, Croatia, Slovenia and Italy, mixing city sightseeing with time to explore each stop's culture and nightlife.

It's built around meeting people and covering ground together, with guidance throughout but room to explore each city in your own way.

What you'll do

  • Start in Budapest and finish in Milan, crossing four countries overland
  • Travel between cities by train and bus with a fully guided group
  • Take in city culture and nightlife stops in Hungary, Croatia and Slovenia along the way
  • Arrive in Italy for your final stop in Milan
Good to know
  • Private room option available if you'd rather not share
  • Ground transport between cities means some travel days as you move between countries

Day by day

Exactly what you do each day, where you sleep, and how it flows — written by us, from the real itinerary.

BudapestZagrebLjubljanaVeniceMilan
Route map for Youth on Track from Budapest to Milan; Rail & Bus through Central Europe
  1. Arrival in Budapest (Hungary) — Budapest

    Arrive in Budapest and head to your centrally located hostel. Spend the day exploring the city's riverside views and architecture before meeting your tour leader and fellow travelers in the evening for a welcome gathering. You can choose to walk along the Danube promenade or check out the ruin bars later.

  2. Your last day in Budapest. The group visits the Széchenyi Thermal Baths together, then you're free to explore independently. Consider Margaret Island for quieter time or Fisherman's Bastion for views over the Danube and Parliament building.

  3. Budapest – Zagreb (Croatia) — Zagreb

    Travel by train or bus from Budapest to Zagreb through Central Europe. Check into your hostel, then join your tour leader for an orientation walk around the city centre. Spend the rest of the evening strolling the old town or sitting in a local café.

  4. Travel by train or bus from Zagreb to Ljubljana, arriving in Slovenia's capital. Your tour leader gives a short orientation walk highlighting the main sights, then you have free time to wander the picturesque canals and old town area.

  5. A free day in Ljubljana to explore at your own pace. Walk along the Ljubljanica River, browse the old town's colourful buildings and local markets, or relax in riverside cafés. Alternatively, join an optional day trip to Lake Bled.

  6. Ljubljana – Venice (Italy) — Venice

    Travel by train or bus from Ljubljana to Venice, crossing into Italy. Arrive in the city's maze of canals, bridges and hidden corners. The evening is yours to explore the cafés, bars and restaurants where locals gather.

  7. Experience Venice properly with a traditional gondola ride through the canals. Spend the rest of the day wandering the narrow streets and picturesque bridges, discovering quiet squares and charming cafés. Make your way to the famous Rialto Bridge.

  8. Venice – Milan — Milan

    Travel by train or bus from Venice to Milan through northern Italy. Check in and settle before exploring the city. Visit the iconic Duomo di Milano and the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II for architecture, photos and shopping.

  9. Explore Milan at your own pace. Revisit favourite spots or continue discovering the Fashion Capital. Take a final stroll around the Duomo and Galleria, shop, grab a gelato or sip an aperitivo. Join the group for a final night out to farewell your travel companions.

  10. A final free day to unwind before heading home. Your tour companion is available in the morning for advice on onward travel plans. Your 10-day journey through Hungary, Croatia, Slovenia and Italy comes to an end.

What's included

  • Guide: Yong, Passionate and Knowledgeable Tour Leader throughout the trip
  • Activities: Accommodation in Centrally Located Hostels - (Single bed in Mixed Dormitory Rooms) Breakfast at some of the hostels Yong, Passionate and Knowledgeable Tour Leader throughout the trip Entry ticket to Széchenyi Thermal Baths in Budapest Gondola Ride Ticket in Venice Train or Bus Tickets from Budapest to Zagreb Train or Bus Tickets from Zagreb to Ljubljana Train or Bus Tickets from Ljubljana to Venice Train or Bus Tickets from Venice to Milan Tour Leaders Advise and Recommendations Company support and recommendations thought the trip
  • Transport: Train or Bus Tickets from Budapest to Zagreb Train or Bus Tickets from Zagreb to Ljubljana Train or Bus Tickets from Ljubljana to Venice Train or Bus Tickets from Venice to Milan
  • Accommodation: Accommodation in Centrally Located Hostels - (Single bed in Mixed Dormitory Rooms)
What's extra
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, Dinners, Drinks & Snacks
  • Optional: Lake Bled Day Trip – Add on tour for 95 Euros per person
  • Insurance: * All participants are responsible for having their own health/travel insurance. *Please ensure you bring your passport or travel document with you during the trip.

How travellers rate it

5.0from 1 real reviews
Operator4.9
Price history — our own daily tracking
Tracked 5 days · 104 checks
Today
£1,080
Typical
builds at 21 days (now 5)
Lowest
£1,080
on 25 Jul
Highest
£1,080
£1,048£1,081£1,11424 Jultoday
Spots left · 9 Aug departure

Cheapest live departure per day, in £, recorded by our tracker since 24 Jul. Never a brochure “was” price.

Your free day in Budapest

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How it compares

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Sorted by fit — never by who paid. Price moves and availability come from our own daily tracking.

Best month to go

Departing in Aug is cheapest — from £1,085, about 20% below the priciest month (Sep).

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Getting there

Budapest· one-way, arrive 22 Aug 26

One-way so you can book your return whenever. Prices & booking shown on Trip.com.

Hotels in Budapest

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Hostels in Budapest for the night before your tour · 22 Aug23 Aug

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Common questions

How long is Youth on Track from Budapest to Milan; Rail & Bus through Central Europe?

It's a 10-day trip. It starts in Budapest and finishes in Milan.

How much does Youth on Track from Budapest to Milan; Rail & Bus through Central Europe cost?

The land price starts from £1,083 per person for the 10-day trip. You book on TourRadar, where the live price always applies.

What will Youth on Track from Budapest to Milan; Rail & Bus through Central Europe really cost me all-in?

On top of the £1,083 land price, budget roughly £57 for a return flight from the UK — about £1,140 all-in before spending money. Most day-to-day meals out and optional activities are extra.

What's included in the price?

The price covers all your accommodation, transport during the trip, a group leader/guide. Anything the operator lists as optional or not included — see the full breakdown on this page.

What's not included?

travel insurance (required) is not included, so factor it into your budget. We show typical flight costs and can point you to insurance on this page.

How big is the group?

Groups are capped at around 10 travellers — a small-group trip, mostly solo 18–35s travelling to meet people, not a coach tour.

When does Youth on Track from Budapest to Milan; Rail & Bus through Central Europe run?

It runs across roughly 11 months of the year, so there's usually a departure to fit your dates. Check live availability and prices in the dates section above.

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