Here’s a breakdown of our journey, including transportation costs, food budget, and accommodation choices to help you plan your own affordable European adventure!
Trip Overview & Budget Breakdown
Total Costs for One Person (EURO)
- FlixBus Total: € 360
- Food Budget: € 400
- Accommodation per Person: Approx. € 1, 420
๐ Total Estimated Budget per Person: € 2, 180
❌๐ Please note that flight tickets are NOT included on this budget plus our 3 nights in Prague.
City Highlights & Budget Tips
๐ Salzburg, Austria
We kicked off our trip in Salzburg, a charming city famous for The Sound of Music and its breathtaking views of the Alps.
๐ฐ Budget Tips:
- Walk around the Mirabell Gardens and explore the Old Town for free!
- The Salzburg Card is great for discounted attractions and free public transport.
- Affordable local food? Try Bosna (Austrian sausage sandwich) & traditional pretzels from street vendors.
- Stay at: a&o Salzburg Hauptbahnhof
Check out how we enjoyed 3 days in Salzburg, Austria— all on a budget!
๐ Munich, Germany
Munich surprised us with its mix of modern vibes and historic charm.
๐ฐ Budget Tips:
- Visit Marienplatz & English Garden (free).
- Enjoy a budget-friendly meal at Viktualienmarkt—great food options at fair prices.
- A classic beer & bratwurst combo is a must-try!
- Stay in K+K Hotel am Harras
Discover how we explored Munich, Germany in just 3 days on a traveler-friendly budget!
๐ Zurich, Switzerland
Switzerland is expensive, but we made it work!
๐ฐ Budget Tips:
- Walk along Lake Zurich and visit the Old Town for free.
- Instead of dining out, we got supermarket food from Coop & Migros—still delicious but budget-friendly!
- Stay in Green Marmot Capsule Hotel—affordable but comfortable.
Explore Zurich with us! A 3-day itinerary that won’t break the bank.
๐ Brussels, Belgium
Brussels was a longer stop, so we made the most of it!
๐ฐ Budget Tips:
- Visit Grand Place, Atomium (outside), and Manneken Pis for free.
- Get budget-friendly waffles from smaller street vendors (cheaper than touristy spots).
- Supermarkets like Lidl & Carrefour helped us save on meals.
- Stay in budget hotel or hostels
Budget travel in Brussels: Here's how we did it in just 4 days!
๐ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam was one of our favorite stops!
๐ฐ Budget Tips:
- Walk along Jordaan & the Canals for free.
- Instead of paid museums, we visied Begijnhof, Vondelpark, and the floating flower market.
- Street food like herring sandwiches & stroopwafels are delicious and cheap!
- Stay in cheaper hotel or hostels
My Takeaway?
Travelling by bus, booking budget accommodations, and planning our meals wisely helped us enjoy a multi-country Europe trip without overspending.
๐ Would we do it again? Yes! But next time, we might consider slower travel to enjoy each city even more.