A Week’s Itinerary In Europe – Berlin, Wroclaw & Prague!

I always thought overland travel in Europe was for Americans and Australians on their gap years. Y’know, the same way us Brits head to their continents, to backpack the East Coast of Australia or road trip across the US. But in the last few years, I seem to have fallen in love with Europe again. We’re so lucky to have so much history, culture and amazing food right at our doorstep and I think we really ought to take advantage of it!

I did my first multi-city Europe trip last month and enjoyed it so much. There’s just something about overland travel that makes a trip feel that much more immersive and authentic. You’re not just seeing a capital city, you’re seeing the suburbs and the countryside and everything else before your next stop. I really rate it.

Anyway, so the folk over at Omio, formerly GoEuro, asked me to put together a fabulous week’s itinerary in Europe, with overland travel in-between, so I went with cool Berlin, colourful Wroclaw and gothic Prague. Three cities I’ve visited in the last year or so, and all very cheap! (Especially beer!)

I actually really enjoyed writing this itinerary so let me know if you liked it and would like to see more of this kind of thing!

A Week In Germany, Poland and Czech Republic

Day 1: Berlin, Germany

On day 1, I’m presuming you’ll fly in from your local airport in the morning to make the most of your day (you can actually book flights from the UK on Omio, as well as trains and buses if you like the scenic route). So you have the afternoon to explore this uber-cool city. Start off at the iconic Brandenburg Gate. I like to start somewhere that will make me feel like I have arrived in the destination I’ve been researching, and this monument really does the trick!

After you’ve taken the obligatory selfie, walk down to the Memorial To The Murdered Jews Of Europe. In this memorial you’ll see concrete slabs that represent people killed in the war. It doesn’t look or sound like much but as you walk through, the wavy floor and tall blocks really make you feel uneasy. It’s actually quite eerie and a must-see in Berlin.

Stop for coffee at West Berlin, a nearby coffee house with cool decor and delicious cakes. Then head over to Charlie Checkpoint, where the gateway between East and West Berlin used to be. There’s also a museum here that’s pretty good. It’s small but has stories of people escaping and hiding in boots of cars and stuff. Really interesting.

Finish your afternoon at Berlin’s tallest building, it’s TV Tower, or Fernsehturm to use its real name. It’s 365m tall and has an observation deck for panoramic views over the city. And of course, for your first dinner in Berlin, it has to be currywurst!!

Day 2: Berlin, Germany

Today begin with Berlin’s infamous East Side Gallery. It’s a stretch of the Berlin Wall that’s been covered in colourful street art. Some of it is just for fun, some of it is political and some of it is really thought-provoking. Definitely spend some time exploring it.

The gallery ends in Kreutzberg, a hipster area with some really cool shops and cafes, so it’s worth a look around. Head to Burgermeister for really good burgers and the chilli cheese fries of your life.

This afternoon why not head over to Museum Island for a wide range of galleries and museums to take your fancy. They range from artwork from Berlin to Ancient Egypt and Byzantium artefacts, including the bust of Nefertiti and the Pergamon Altar.

My dinner recommendation would definitely be Zola Pizza and check out Hofbrau Munchen for steins of beer and the ultimate Oktoberfest vibe!

Day 3: Berlin To Wroclaw

It’s time to leave Berlin! And time for your first experience of overland travel in Europe!

Jump on a train to Wroclaw first thing to make the most of the day. This should take about 5 hours but will allow you to see lots more of Germany and your first glimpse of Poland.

This may include a change in Poznan and although I’ve never been I would definitely be stopping there for a few hours to see what’s what! Especially as I hear there’s a CROISSANT MUSEUM. *Immediately books trip to Poznan*

Either way, you’ll have experienced the scenic route between these two cities and will arrive in colourful Wroclaw!

Go check Omio for the latest routes and prices.

Day 4: Wroclaw, Poland

You have to start your one full day in Wroclaw with a fabulous brunch from Folgujemy! Their baked challah bread is just amazing.

Then head into the gorgeous Market Square. It’s lined with beautiful, colourful houses that have really cool architecture and are super Instagrammable. This is also a prime spot for playing the Dwarf-spotting game! It sounds so random but Wroclaw is full of these miniature metal dwarf figurines, dotted around the city. And actually once you start spotting them it’s so addictive!

Also in the Market Square, check out the Town Hall for more gorgeous architecture and an astronomical clock. Then go to the view tower at St Elizabeth’s Church for really gorgeous views of the square, and the whole city. It’s beautiful but you do have to walk up 300 steep stairs first! It’s not for the faint-hearted!

For lunch, stop at Central Cafe for one of their amazing bagels. Afterwards, why not check out the Racławice Panorama, a 360 degree painting of the battle of Racławice, an important part of Polish history as they fought for their independence. It’s not for everyone but will let you soak up some of that Polish culture.

For dinner tonight, try Kociolek for traditional Polish food, or go to Mango Mama for really delicious (and cheap) Asian Fusion. Drinks at Doctor’s Bar are a must for great cocktails!

Day 5: Wroclaw to Prague

Another travel day! This is what makes a multi-stop trip so exciting!

This time you’re heading from Wroclaw to Prague via coach. So bring lots of snacks and drinks, grab a window seat and be prepared to see lots of Eastern Europe en route. It’s a direct route and only takes about 4 hours. Plus, it’s super cheap.

Trust me and take a peek at Omio for the latest routes and prices.

Day 6: Prague, Czech Republic

Hello Prague! Most hotels seem to be in the Castle District so start your day with exploring the 9th century Prague Castle, one of the largest ancient castles in the world! It’s also a lovely area to explore here with cobbled streets, lovely buildings and even cave restaurants.

You can’t leave this side of the river without getting the amazing trdelnik from MLS Bistro’s Creperie U Katejana. There are lots of opportunities to try these sweet chimney cakes with a variety of fillings, but my favourites were from here. Really light and sweet and delicious when filled with Nutella!

To get to the Old Town you have to cross the Charles Bridge, a tourist spot in its own right. But this bridge can get majorly crowded so it may be best to come back here at night when there are fewer people about.

In the Old Town itself, there’s so much to explore. I just loved wandering around, marvelling at the iconic, gothic architecture. It’s super colourful so yes, you’re going to want to take 8,564 photos for your Insta feed. Also check out the famous Astronomical Clock (Eastern Europe just love them, huh?). It’s a little underwhelming for one of the biggest sights in Prague, but worth a peek nonetheless.

Now, Prague is big on stag do’s for a reason – lots of cheap beer! Rather than go to one of the tacky bars in the main square, venture a little further for an authentic beer tasting experience at the Prague Beer Museum. Despite the name, this isn’t actually a museum, but a local pub with 30 different beers on tap! You can buy a tasting selection of 5 beers for mega-cheap; my slab cost the equivalent of £7 (£1.40 a pop!).

Day 7: Prague, Czech Republic

It’s the last day – wahhh! But I’m going to go ahead and assume you want to spend the morning exploring before a nifty afternoon flight home. Because why not make the most of the annual leave, ay?!

This is a great opportunity to explore Petřín Hill Park. Here you’ll find Petřín Tower, an observation deck with amazing panoramic views of Prague’s Old Town, as well as gorgeous rose gardens, a mirror maze that’s popular with families, pony rides and lots of sculptures. It’s just a dreamy place to grab a coffee and spend the morning.

From here wander down to the colour explosion that is the John Lennon Memorial Wall. People visit this wall from all over the world to write words of peace and hope, as well as the odd Beatles lyric. And obvs you’ll also find buskers with acoustic guitars play ‘Imagine’. It’s a cool spot.

If you have time, also try to stop at the John Lennon Pub round the corner for lunch or a drink in their beer garden. It’s pretty cute.

There you have it! A week’s itinerary for a multi-stop overland trip in Europe! Not only does it give you a slice of Europe’s history and culture (as well as lots of cheap beer), but it’s also a nice route to try out a bit of overland travel and see a bit more of the countries you’re visiting.

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Total Blogger Transparency: This post was sponsored by Omio, formerly GoEuro, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. I wouldn’t play you like that, shorty.