Hello gallivanters! For those of you viewing my site for the first time, welcome and thank you for your support! Here is one of my easy-to-follow travel itineraries. This is my written account of my journey across Central Europe. As with all my previous travels, I don’t use travel agencies. I do all the research myself. This includes flights, accommodation, currency exchange rate, availability of public transportation, food, prices, and walking or traveling distances. I’m very excited to tell you all about my latest adventure in four countries this summer!

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Itinerary

Here is my travel itinerary for this trip. I have included the transportation mode and actual expenses. This can serve as your guide for when you want to travel the same route or if you only want to stay in one country. This sample itinerary contains all that I have actually experienced and spent money on.

Date	Activities	Price
Day 1: Prague, Czech Republic	08:00- 12:20: Flight from London to Prague.	£44
	On arrival: Buy 24 hours travel card in Prague: 2 cards for 2 days	£ 6
	Proceed to accommodation in Prague (2 nights)	£ 40
	Late Lunch in Prague	£ 10
	Start exploring Prague: Walk for free around Prague Castle, Strahov Monastery, The Lennon Wall and Charles Bridge	Free
	Dinner at the Old Town Square	£10
Day 2: Prague	From 08:00 am: Explore Powder Gate Tower, Municipal House, Church of our Lady before Tyn, Museum of Fantastic Illusions, Sex Machine Museum, and Dancing House
	– Brunch – Explore National Museum – Vysehrad grounds – Dinner	£ 11 £ 9 Free £1 1
Day 3: Bratislava, Slovakia	08:00- 12:30: Flixbus booked on Trip/ Trainline. The bus from Prague Main Bus Station (Florenc Central Bus station/ Praha hl. n.) to Bratislava Bus Station (Mlynske Nivy) takes around 4 hours and 45 minutes	£ 20
	– Luggage storage at Bratislava	£ 3.3
	– Buy a 24- hour Bratislava Travel Pass from the mall	£ 4
	– Lunch at Bratislava – Dinner at Bratislava	£ 11 £ 10
	19:05- 20:00 Flixbus from Bratislava Bus Station to Vienna takes about an hour – On arrival, buy Vienna 24- hours travel card	£ 11 £ 7.5
	– Vienna Apartment (1 night stay)	£ 25
Day 4: Vienna, Austria	– Explore Vienna: Schonbrunn Palace Grounds – Brunch in Vienna	Free £ 12
	Start your walk around the University Ring University of Vienna, Rathaus der Stadt Wein, Austrian Parliament, Museum of Natural History of Vienna, Maria- Theresien- Platz, Hofburg, Austrian National Library, St. Charles Church, Belvedere Palace	Free
	Flixbus from Vienna Central Train Station to Budapest Nepliget Bus Station takes 3 hours and 15 minutes £25	£ 25
Day 5: Budapest, Hungary	– Budapest 24 hours Travel Card	£10.6
	Budapest Apartment (2 nights)	£60
	– Light snacks/ Breakfast	£8
	– Explore Free parts of Budapest: Ferris Wheel of Budapest, St. Stephens Basilica, Hungarian Parliament Building, Heroes Square, Shoes on the Danube Bank, Szechenyi Chain Bridge, Budapest Castle, Fishermans Bastion	Free
	Lunch	£ 11
	Szechenyi Thermal Baths	£ 26
Day 6	Flight from Budapest- London £ 52
	TOTAL approximate EXPENSES per person	£400

Who says you can’t travel in 4 countries in 5 days? You definitely can you strong, independent human being! There is no need to shell out a huge amount of money to be able to travel. You just have to do the research and you’re good to go. I have made it easier for you by just following through my travel itineraries. This is not just for solo travellers but also for group travellers. You can definitely save if you travel with a small group of people because you can split the bill of your apartment/ hotels and food.

Order to Read. . .

1. Exploring Prague on a £150 Budget: 2-Day Solo and Group Travel Itinerary
2. Prague to Bratislava Full Day Itinerary: Exploring Top Attractions
3. Explore Vienna in 24 Hours: Budget- Friendly Itinerary and Essential Guide
4. Budapest 2- Day Itinerary: Travel Tips and Must- See Attractions

This summer of 2024, I chose to explore Central Europe. Based on geographical location, Europe is divided into Central Europe, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Northern Europe, and Southern Europe. While there may be differences in regional divisions, Central Europe often includes Germany, Switzerland, Lithuania, Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria, Slovenia, and Croatia.

I spent approximately £400 on this travel itinerary, including flights, food and accommodation. I originally planned to spend only £250 for the whole trip but when I was actually doing it, I felt I should experience going inside the famous museums and historical sites which entails paying for entrance fees instead of just admiring the beauty and architecture from the outside. Spending less on trips but still adequately enjoy it gives me bragging rights to my friends that I could actually go to different countries on just this set amount of budget. I feel like I could be a real globe trotter or backpacker if I spend less. LOL Does anybody feel the same? Maybe it’s just me. I could definitely save more if I book hostels or shared dormitories but I wanted to have privacy and be comfortable when I rest at night after a days’ worth of explorations.

To give you a background about me, I live in England and I do solo trips but I also like the company of friends. I am working full time and I use my annual leave entitlements to spend some mini breaks in Europe or week-long trips in Asia. Travelling is the food for my soul and so as much as possible I need to just get out of the country and unwind. Depending on your passport or country of origin, travelling to European countries usually requires a Schengen Visa. Schengen Visa application is fairly easy and straight- forward but I think the only downside is the hassle of looking for an appointment slot. I might do an article about this in a later time.

My first country stop is Czech Republic. There are many wonderful places in Czechia but I decided to visit first the famous historical sites in their capital city, Prague since I will not stay in one country for long.

My second stop is Bratislava, the capital city of Slovakia. The city is just around 3-5 hours away from Prague depending on which mode of transport you use. I was supposed to travel directly to Vienna after Prague but when I reviewed the map, I noticed that Bratislava is not so far away from Vienna and I could use a day trip to another country. I honestly wasn’t expecting anything when I went there but to my utter surprise, the city is beautiful and everything is easily accessible. I won’t make my description long here. You can read all about it in my next blog.

The third country I travelled to is Austria. I went to the capital city of Vienna and never have I been so impressed by the magnificent architecture of the historic edifices and modern buildings. Read more about it on the next blog. Just click on Blog from the main menu.

The fourth destination is Budapest, Hungary. I have been looking forward to this escapade and it didn’t disappoint!

Currency

Countries in the European Union uses Euro as the national currency. Since I came from the UK which uses Great British Pound (GBP), there are slight differences in prices due to conversion. However, I learned that there is a way to get the most value out of your money if you came from other countries not using Euros as the currency. I discovered Wise! This is an online banking platform which I have used myself and I find it safe and secure. I have my Wise account for more than four years now and never had any problems with it.

Why do I recommend Wise for travel?

The first and very important reason is that you can open multiple currency in your account. For example, if you open up an account using GBP, you can also open other accounts such as the Euro, Koruna, Hungarian Forint, US dollars, and most other currencies in the world. You can see a full list of countries on this sponsored link here: Countries supported by Wise.
You can order the physical debit card or you can just link your digital card to Apple Wallet or Google Pay so you take it anywhere with you.

Why is it better to open up an account in the local currency?

By opening up an account in the local currency, it lets you get the “real” exchange rate at the time you do the transfer. It is important to note when the exchange rates are better so you can transfer on that day. What’s good is that Wise also has a tracker of when it is best to transfer your money for the best exchange rate through ad link: Wise Exchange Rate Tracker.
You also don’t have to pay a conversion fee every time you tap in your card because it automatically uses first the local currency (the currency of the country you’re travelling) before your account currency. If you do need to have cash, you can withdraw from almost all atm machines with a minimum one-time withdrawal fee but no conversion fee as it will use the local currency that you have opened up in your account. There are a lot of benefits of Wise which I have personally experienced and which I will tell you in my next articles.

Are you ready to open up an account with wise and enjoy all the benefits for travelling? Then click this sponsored link here: Create your Wise Account

Travel Outfits Recommendations

For any travel, what comes to mind is also the OOTD. I always pack light. I love summer travels because I don’t have the burden of carrying boots or bulky jackets. I’m sharing to you now the outfits and accessories that I have personally used.

When I travel, the first thing that will always pop in my mind is good footwear! Doing a good few kilometers of walking a day will certainly need good cushion and support for your feet.

Here is what I recommend for a summer holiday in this Central Europe tour:

1. Skechers D’lux walker sandals (#ad)- I personally recommend this having used it for the whole duration of this trip. This is a perfect sandal for summer because it is lightweight and stylish. It has about 5 centimeters of platform which gives you a little bit of height which works very well for petites. It is available in different colours and I have the black and grey so I can pair it with any outift.
2. Skechers Uno Cali Sandals (#ad) Now this sporty skechers sandal has an elegant look and feel durable. It is very versatile too just like the previous skechers sandals I have mentioned as it is made of nylon upper. It dries easily when it gets wet so I have used this for the beach too. This is slightly more heavy than the first one. It has about 4 centimeters of platform and available in different colours.
3. You might know by now that I love skechers! Other skechers sandals I own which I can also recommend for walking long distances is this: (#ad) Skechers Go Walk. It doesn’t have a platform but have very comfortable soles which are great for the outdoors
4. If you prefer closed shoes for walking though, I recommend you look into running shoes as they are very comfortable. I didn’t know this until my friend who joins marathons introduced me to running shoes. I usually just use casual trainers as I am not a constant runner but when I tried Saucony Endorphine Shift 3 (#ad), I am speechless. I can literally wear the shoes all day without my feet hurting.
5. For upper, I recommend wearing light t- shirts. I prefer the sports type shirts like the dri-fit and climalite or the shirts made from lyocel as the fabrics are light and airy so you don’t get too warm in the sun.
6. For trousers, I always choose the linen blend kind or light shorts.
7. Ladies can wear light dresses such as the linen-blend dresses or those you can buy from sports brand as they are made for activities therefore works well with the summer heat.

My Central Europe tour has given me unforgettable memories of myriad delights from the cobblestones streets, the exquisite architectures, beautiful sceneries, and cities steeped in history and culture. My journey around the world is still at it’s early stages and my insatiable thirst for knowledge and adventure is steadily brewing. I started with one country at a time and building up from there.

Let me explain in more details all that is in my mini- Europe tour itinerary starting from Prague in my next Blog:

Order to Read. . .

1. Exploring Prague on a £150 Budget: 2-Day Solo and Group Travel Itinerary
2. Prague to Bratislava Full Day Itinerary: Exploring Top Attractions
3. Explore Vienna in 24 Hours: Budget- Friendly Itinerary and Essential Guide
4. Budapest 2- Day Itinerary: Travel Tips and Must- See Attractions

Here is a preview:

PRAGUE, Czech Republic

Prague is the capital city of Czech Republic and is a lively and vibrant city full of history and stunning architecture. The cobblestones streets are clean and very picturesque. The city feels safe so if you don’t have anyone to go with you, solo travelling is a good option.

Read more from Prague Itinerary: Exploring Prague on a £150 Budget: 2-Day Solo and Group Travel Itinerary

BRATISLAVA, Slovakia

Bratislava is an underrated beautiful city just 4 hours away by bus from Prague.

Click on this link to know more about getting to Bratislava from Prague: Prague to Bratislava Full Day Itinerary: Exploring Top Attractions

VIENNA, Austria

Click on this link to know more about getting to Vienna from Bratislava. Explore Vienna in 24 Hours: Budget- Friendly Itinerary and Essential Guide

BUDAPEST, Hungary

Click on this link to know more about getting to Budapest from Vienna. Budapest 2-Day Itinerary: Travel Tips and Must-See Attractions