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Enjoy the undivided attention of your historian guide on this private walking tour of downtown Pest. Stroll along the east bank of the Danube and listen to your guide's commentary while stopping by highlights such as the Opera House, the Andrassy út, and the city's basilica and synagogue. This private tour ensures personalized attention, a flexible itinerary, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

Get an in depth look at Budapest on a three-hour private walking tour. After choosing the departure time that works for you, you’ll set off with your guide to discover Budapest of past and present. You set the pace as your guide tells insider stories about numerous landmarks, including Freedom Square and St. Stephen’s Basilica. You can pause for photos or ask questions at any time, as this is your personal tour.

Explore the highlights of the UNESCO-listed Buda Castle District in Budapest on this small-group walking tour. With an historian guide, stroll around cobbled Castle Hill, Budapest’s oldest quarter, as you learn about its occupation by different nations and invaders down the centuries. Visit the Castle complex and Matthias Church; admire baroque and Gothic townhouses and churches; and enjoy panoramic views from the Fisherman’s Bastion. Morning and afternoon departures available, with entrance fees at own expense.

Escape the city and experience the Hungarian countryside with ease during this group excursion to see a horse show. Depart from Budapest and head to Kecskemet and Lajosmizse. Go on a carriage ride, explore the farm area, and watch the horse show. Plus, enjoy a traditional Hungarian lunch with alcoholic beverages provided for you.

Explore the highlights of Eger, a small town in Hungary’s wine region, during this private full-day excursion. Visit medieval-era Eger Castle and several on-site museums, step inside the lavish Cathedral Basilica, enjoy panoramic views from the top of the Eger Minaret, stop by the celebrated thermal resort of Egerszalók, and taste the region’s iconic Bull’s Blood wine within the Valley of the Beautiful Women.

Learn how to make one of Hungary’s most classic and cherished dishes with this strudel-themed, small-group cooking class. Pick between convenient morning and afternoon class times, and make your way directly to your host’s apartment, located in the heart of the city. Upon arrival, get comfortable, roll up your sleeves, and learn all about the strudel’s heritage. Then, prepare several sweet and savory versions of the dish. At the end of class, sit down to enjoy your meal.

Step into a traditional Hungarian home for a four-hour cooking class with Chef Marti in Budapest. Choose from five menu options and prepare a three-course Hungarian meal with personalized, one-on-one guidance throughout the process. Beyond learning new recipes, you'll gain a closer look at Hungarian food traditions and home cooking culture.

The ideal overview for first-time visitors, this private, half-day tour gives you a detailed introduction to the Buda side of Budapest. Explore the picturesque and panoramic Gellert and Castle hills with a guide, with hotel transfers provided. Highlights include Buda Castle, the Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, and stunning views from the Citadel lookout.

See the best of Budapest by foot and by boat on this comprehensive evening tour. Stroll through the city streets on a walking tour with your guide before boarding an optional sightseeing cruise along the Danube River. Pass landmarks like the Chain Bridge and Gellért Spa, and see the Buda Castle aglow at night. This tour is limited to 15 people to keep the experience as intimate as it is unique.

Travel back through time on a 3-hour history tour of Budapest by foot. As you walk, your guide will narrate the country’s rich history, from the 1956 Revolution to the fall of the Iron Curtain and everything in between. Take in stories of World War I and II as you pass the Parliament Building and visit a private exhibition hall to witness cultural relics along with communist propaganda.

Escape the bustle of the capital and spend a few hours exploring one of Hungary’s quaintest riverside towns during this half-day private excursion to Szentendre. Begin the day with a guided walking tour of the Old Town, then choose where you’d like to go next. Optional highlights include the works of ceramicist Margit Kovacs, a visit to the Marzipan Museum, or a stop at the Serbian Orthodox Church and museum.

Explore the beautiful land of Transylvania on this 4-day tour from Budapest to Bucharest. Discover the rich culture of these two countries as you visit key places such as Timisoara—named the 2021 European Capital of Culture—Sibiu, the UNESCO-listed citadel of Sighisoara, Bucharest, Dracula’s Castle, and much more. This tour includes transportation, sightseeing tours, daily breakfast, and accommodation for the first three nights.

Get to know the city of Budapest and take a Danube river cruise on this private full-day tour. Depart from your Budapest accommodation in an air-conditioned vehicle and explore the city in the company of your guide. Visit notable sites around the city and learn about Budapest’s history. Stop at a cafe and sample local pastries.

Get into the holiday spirit with this 2.5-hour walking tour of Budapest’s Christmas markets. Follow a guide through the city streets to see Andrássy Avenue, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and the Hungarian State Opera House. Afterward, head to the Christmas markets to peruse handmade mementos and Hungarian delicacies. You’ll be treated to a cup of mulled wine at the end of your tour.

Budapest’s sights are spread over several districts, so seeing them can be tough on your feet. With this private tuk tuk tour, set your own itinerary with tips from your personal driver-guide, and then sit back and take in the sights and city's atmosphere from a soft-top 3-wheeler. Lastly, cap your explorations with goulash soup. A choice of departure times throughout the day and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Skip the tourist trail and step straight into local life at Lehel Market — a place where Budapest shops, eats, argues about produce, and carries on traditions that never make it into guidebooks. This is as local as it gets: a chef‑led deep dive into the ingredients, flavors, and everyday rituals that define Hungarian cooking. If you’ve ever wished you could explore a market with someone who actually cooks with these ingredients, this is your chance. You’ll taste market favorites, discover seasonal produce, and hear the stories behind the dishes. And yes — you’ll get clear, honest answers to anything you’re curious about, plus recommendations only a chef and lifelong local can offer. This tour is concise, full of flavor, and surprisingly filling. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of Hungarian food culture, and the feeling of having spent the morning with a friend who happens to be a culinary professional.

Immerse yourself in the rich history of Transylvania with a 4 days trip from Budapest to Bucharest Embark on a fantastic adventure starting in Budapest and heading towards Transylvania, a unique and immersive tour. Leave the city behind and be captivated by breathtaking landscapes and remarkable landmarks. You'll be entranced by the natural beauty, all while discovering intriguing details about the region and capturing unforgettable photos. Experience a captivating four-day tour unveiling the essence of Romania. Engage in thought-provoking discussions with our knowledgeable guide, unafraid to explore and debate both contemporary and historical controversial topics that define Romania. Discover the country's rich tapestry through these open dialogues, gaining insights into its culture, history, and the intricacies that shape its identity. We are flexible the itinerary can supoort small changes. We love kids! If you travel with kids let us know, gratuity can apply for them.

Set off from Budapest on an eight-day private tour of Romania. This comprehensive tour includes breakfast every day and seven nights of accommodation in three or four star hotels. For the duration of the trip, you go at your own pace while your guide leads the way. Explore a myriad of cities and attractions, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sighisoara Citadel.

Poised on Hungary’s southern border and known as the “City of Sunshine”, beautiful Szeged is well worth venturing beyond Budapest to discover. In the company of a private guide, embark on trip to the third biggest city in the country at the shore of river Tisza. Beginning with a morning pickup at your hotel up on arrival in Szeged, you’ll wander through the city center, see the Dom, the Pantheon, the University of Szeged, downtown of the city, enjoy a traditional lunch like fishermen soup made from local fresh fish. We visit a family owned paprika mill and museum devoted to the local culinary specialtiy — Hungarian paprika — where you can visit the plantation and learn about the plant, its production and how it became the basic spice in Hungarian cuisine.

Combine two of Hungary’s culinary attractions, wine and strudel, in this group cooking class taught by some passionate cooks. All levels are welcome, as you’ll get plenty of strudel-making instruction even though you’re part of a large group. When you’re finished, you can enjoy what you’ve created, both sweet and savory strudel washed down with some local wine.

Unravel the complicated history of communist Budapest and learn about life in Hungary during the Cold War era on this 3-hour walking tour. Visit the sites of important moments in history from Bem József Square to the People’s Stadium; see the Soviet War Memorial on Freedom Square; and stroll down Dozsa György Street.

Recall the days of communist Budapest from 1949 to 1989 on this private walking tour. With your own historian guide, set off to discover sites associated with Hungary’s socialist rule, sometimes called ‘goulash communism.’ Learn about daily life during the period, why Hungary was dubbed the ‘happiest Soviet barrack,’ and see monuments and buildings still resonant with the oppression of the time. Choice of morning or afternoon departure, with public transport fares at own expense.

Explore Budapest's oldest castle on this private tour led by an historian guide. Take in the Gothic and Baroque architectural styles, the narrow cobblestone streets, and the historical details surrounding the castle while listening to your guide's commentary. Visit a Middle Ages-era synagogue, the Presidential Palace, and the Matthais Church.

Cover the highlights of history-rich Transylvania during this multi-day, small-group tour. Tour iconic castles like Peles and Bran (known as Dracula’s castle) and discover picturesque scenery and UNESCO-listed attractions in Sighisoara and Sibiu. Guided tours travel from Budapest to Bucharest and include ground transportation and hotels.