Germany: Berlin and Munich by train, tailor-made, fully flexible travel

This railway journey gives you the chance to discover the two 'capitals' of Germany: Berlin, its official capital city; and Munich, its financial and industrial powerhouse, as well as the capital of the important region of Bavaria. Berlin is a city with so many sights to see. Iconic landmarks include the Reichstag (Parliament), with its futuristic dome designed by Norman Foster; the Brandenburg Gate, symbol of German unity; the Gendarmenmarkt, a square partially reconstructed after the Second World War; the Berlin Wall, magnificently showcased along the East Side Gallery; and the world-famous Checkpoint Charlie, the US border crossing into the now extinct East Germany during the Cold War. The most modern part of Berlin, which centres around Potsdamer Platz, is home to state-of-the-art buildings such as the Sony Center and the Theater am Potsdamer Platz. Meanwhile, the Nikolaiviertel district boasts an array of restaurants and nightlife venues, whereas Friedrichstrasse is lined with a multitude of fashion stores and boutiques. And let's not forget other attractions such as Berlin Cathedral, Charlottenburg Palace, and the city's amazing museums that showcase truly unique pieces from the history of art. And then it's time for the quintessential 'all aboard' to cover the distance between the German capital and the Bavarian capital. Sit back and admire the stunning scenery of Germany as it passes by the window until you arrive in Munich, a city with oodles of history under its belt but which masterfully fuses tradition with modernity. Its pivotal epicentre is none other than the famous Marienplatz, which features three of the must-sees on any visit here: the Neues Rathaus, the Altes Rathaus and, of course, the Column of St. Mary. Other of the many attractions in Munich are the Cathedral, the Theatine Church and St. Michael's Church (in terms of religious art); its array of spectacular gardens, such as the Englischer Garten; the Deutsches Museum; all of its art galleries; and the Glyptothek Museum, to name just a few. And as one of the brewing capitals of the world, you can savour a huge selection of beers here, which obviously taste even better when accompanied by a typical Weisswurst, a Bavarian-style white sausage served with lashings of mustard. Explore the two 'capitals' of Germany on a fabulous railway journey.