Top Hungary Day Trips - page 3

Get active and discover the beauty of Budapest and Szentendre by going on a combination of a bike and a boat tour. You’ll be able to travel light as bike and helmet rental are included. Ride beside the Danube and see a combination of natural beauty and historic sights. Pedal past Parliament, Margaret Island, Obuda, Romai Bank, and Szentendre Gallery. Save tired legs after cycling to Szentendre by having a relaxing boat cruise back to Budapest included.

Walk to the newly built Church of Pilis for the Blessed Virgin Mary with breathtaking views + driving and hiking to the alleged Heart chakra of Earth and the Stones of Love. Spirituality + Nature: This day you will encounter to a unique, Hungarian mix of religions: native samanism, christianity and hinduism under the influence of esoteric teachings. We visit two iconic places considered to be holy nearby Budapest, which let you glimpse into how belief and relegion is practised by many people nowadays. You can also learn a lot about history and enjoy the National Park of Pilis mountains. We visit two viewpoints with 20-40 km visibility. The first walk is 1 km, the 2nd is 7 km with 220 m elevation. Later we can grab lunch at a restaurant This is a relatively new programme here, but I have over 21 years of experience: friendly, knowledable guide, who had guests from 57 countries, also a fellow-traveller (pic. no. 6). 1st site is rated on ggl 4.9 by 357 visitors, 2nd site is also 4.9.

Get out of the city and spend the day at Lake Balaton with ease on this full-day private tour. In the company of a guide, travel by private car with hotel pickup to Lake Balaton and learn about the history of the area. Visit Veszprem, the Benedictine Abbey of Tihany, Balatonfured, and more.

Learn all about wine making, and then taste several wines and have lunch on a beautiful terrace at one of the wineries in Lake Balaton. You’ll have round-trip transfers from Budapest provided, so no need to arrange that yourself. Your guide will take care of all the logistics for your private group, so you just need to enjoy the day out.

Is it possible to hike up to the highest peak of Hungary from Budapest in one day? Surprisingly yes! We start from Budapest, take a long bus ride till Mátraháza. From Mátraháza we take a longer uphill walk through beautiful beech forests to reach Kékes, the highest peak. At the top there is a super high telecommunication tower with a panorama terrace with a full view around to make this experience even more outstanding. We start descending from the peak, and on our way we will visit a little andesite cave and the ruins of a small medieval castle. After passing through Mátrafüred, we go up to the iconic Kozmáry-lookout, and enjoy a beautiful landscape back to the Mátra mountains and to the plains in the south. At the end we take a bus from Mátrafüred back to Budapest

Leave the planning to a guide on this private all-day tour to Lake Balaton from Budapest. Visit a fine porcelain factory, Hungary’s first nature reserve, and the charming spa town of Balatonfured. Enjoy a traditional Hungarian 3-course lunch with drinks included, plus hotel pickup and drop-off for a comfortable experience.

Explore the historical city of Eger in north Hungary and sample its wines on a private day trip from Budapest. Stroll the baroque streets and view Eger’s Basilica, Turkish minaret, and 13th-century castle. Plus, enjoy a dose of traditional Hungarian hospitality with up to five wine tastings, including Eger’s famous ‘Bull’s Blood,’ and a Hungarian ‘peasant’ meal. Includes wine tastings, lunch, private air-conditioned transport, and central and hotel pickup and drop-off in Budapest.

Get more out of your time in Hungary by swapping Budapest for a full-day tour to a region known for its medicinal waters. Avoid the potential delays of public transport, and instead, travel in a comfortable private vehicle. As well as the 13th century Eger Castle, the trip also visits Sodomb—known for its salt hill, and Salaris Resort—where it’s possible to bathe in thermal water that contains 30 trace minerals.

Take an easy day trip from Budapest to another European capital on this private tour to Vienna. Traveling by private vehicle, cross into Austria and enjoy an itinerary designed around you. View Ringstrasse sights like the Parliament and State Opera, take a walking tour to see the Hofburg Palace, and opt to shop or visit the Schonbrunn Palace or Prater amusement park. Lunch and transfers are included; entrance fees are at your own expense.

Discover the highlights of the Danube Bend on a private tour from Budapest. Travel north to this scenic region, where the River Danube loops through hills, and visit historical Esztergom, Visegrád, and Szentendre. Admire Esztergom Basilica, visit the Royal Palace and Citadel at Visegrád, and explore Szentendre’s cobbled streets, baroque architecture, and arty shops. Includes lunch in Visegrád, an optional summer boat trip from Szentendre back to Budapest, plus private air-conditioned transport.

If you’ve ever been curious about visiting a traditional Hungarian carnival, then the Busó festivities in Mohács are an excellent choice. Don’t worry about driving there and struggling to get a parking space; instead, benefit from a hassle-free private transfer service. Once at the festival, enjoy the rare opportunity to see these unusual celebrations up close, which include parades, ancient rituals, and costumes such as wooden masks and wooly capes.

After pick-up at your accommodation by a private car or minibus we drive an hour to the famous town of Visegrád to mix adrenaline adventure with culture, history and Nature. Then we have lunch local restaurant and finish the rich day by relaxation in a fancy sauna. This is a relatively new programme here, but I am said to be a friendly and knowledgeable guide with 20 years of experience, who had thousands of guests from 57 countries (pic. no 6.). I am a local, know a lot about my country, people, history. The sauna is not necessarily part of the program, if you prefer to miss it or would rather go to the nearby beach on the Danube, we give you back 6000 huf/15 euro from the fee in cash. During winter (Dec-Febr) the castle (ggle-rated 4.6 by 17502 visitors) is only open from Fri-Sun , but we can always visit viewterrace (whick is the main attraction here) and see it from outside. In this case we give you back 2500 huf/6 euro from the fee in cash. Don’t risk, just come and see!

We drive across the border to Romania and we arrive in Timisoara in about 3 hours. We start the chronological tour of this beautiful city. The city's history has a bit of everything: Hungarian Kingdom, Ottoman Empire, Habsburg Empire, Romanian Kingdom and Communism. After a 2hour city your of the historical center, we'll stop for a traditional Romanian lunch. Drive back to Szeged at the end of a beautiful day.

Make the most of your day!!! Take a memorable private tour in the famous Danube bend with a perfect guide and enjoy an afternoon wine tasting with lunch. Join our 6 hours informative private city tour of Szentendre and Visegrad with lunch  and  take the great opportunity to learn and taste Hungarian wines.  Wander around the narrow streets of the Baroque Old Town  Admire the main attractions of the famous artist village, which was built on medieval ruins  Hear about the history of the Visegrad Castle during your walking tour from our professional guide Opportunity for souvenir shopping Enjoy a delicious lunch in a lovely wine cellar  Taste and learn about Hungarian wine from an expert sommelier

Spend the day exploring Budapest and Szentendre with ease and taste local wines on this private full-day tour. Depart from your local hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and head out into the city. In the company of your guide, learn about the history of the city. Sit down for a multi-course meal of local food for lunch.

Make the most of your day!!! Join our memorable private tour to the famous Sissi Palace in Godollo with a perfect guide. Admire the baroque details in the stunning former royal residence of the Habsburg Emperors. Learn about the Austrian Emperors as your guide shows you secret rooms and doorsin the royal palace Optional: Take the opportunity to enjoy a unique horse show. Just 30 minutes outside of Budapest is the beautiful Royal Palace of Gödöllő, one of the extravagant residences of the former Austrian Emperors. It is the second largest Baroque Palace in the world and is one of the most important examples of Hungarian baroque architecture. The elegant royal complex is now open to visitors, and this tour will take you inside the restored palace for a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the emperors. As you explore the immense and brilliantly decorated estate, your guide will let you in on the secrets of the private life and hidden doors and rooms of the royal couple.

Get more out of your time in Budapest by crossing the border to Austria’s capital city—Vienna. No need to worry about doing any research or itinerary planning, as a full schedule is organized for you, to make sure you don’t miss any important sights. Led by your private guide, stroll past The Hofburg, St. Stephen's Cathedral, MuseumsQuartier, and plenty more interesting landmarks—with lunch included along the way.

With its beaches, forested hills, vineyards, and historic architecture, Lake Balaton is an ideal choice for a day trip from Budapest. With this private tour, avoid slow public transport and travel to parts of the lake inaccessible by train, such as Tihany. Ride the ferry from Szántod, visit the Benedictine Abbey Church, stroll Tagore Promenade, and indulge in a wine tasting in Balatonfüred without worrying about having to drive.

Experience the UNESCO site of Holloko Village and Eger Castle on this private tour from Budapest. Customize the itinerary to suit your interests. Depart in a private vehicle with a driver-guide and make your way out of the city. Learn about the history of the area and visit Eger Castle, Holloko Castle, and more with included entrance tickets and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Though wine enthusiasts in Budapest can always settle into a tasting at one of the city's chic restaurants or wine bars, nothing compares to visiting the countryside to enjoy actual winery tastings. With this private wine tour, sit back and relax as you're whisked to Lake Balaton to taste the regional wines, with easy travel from Budapest. Explore the beautiful lake views, stroll through Tihany Village, and indulge your palate with a tasting of several local wines.

A tour that explores Hungary’s Habsburg heritage in Gödöllö. This charming town boasts a beautiful baroque palace that was once the spring and autumn residence of the royal couple - Franz Joseph and Sisi. Despite the fact that the building had to endure all the hardships of the 20th century, it is now among the most well-preserved palaces in the country and the only place where you can learn about the life of the Habsburgs from a personal perspective. After a visit to Sisi’s Palace your driver will take you to the renowned Lázár park - built by two carriage-driving champions, the Lázár Brothers - where you'll enjoy a delicious Hungarian lunch in a charming rural setting. The park’s most popular feature is a show that will introduce you to 1000 years of Hungarian history, horse culture and of course, some of its most unique animals.

Discover the rich winemaking history of Hungary when you book this full-day customizable tour of the Tokaj wine region. This private tour pairs you with a local expert to explore four diverse wineries for a “masterclass” in Hungarian wine. Gain an understanding of Tokaj's history, grapes, and wine trends, and enjoy optional tastings at each venue (own expense).

Hike with friendly guide to the castle of Kings in a dense forest and marvel one of the best Views in Hungary: the Great Danube Bend. Then go for a hot sauna or to a sandy Danube beach (optional). We elevate 230 meters in 3.5 km, 90 mins. See the majestic and mighty river as it cuts its way through mountains! Downhill is 50 mins and lunch (optional) at a local restaurant. I am a fellow world-traveller who have been guiding since 2003, welcomed 7000 guests from 53 countries (pic. no. 6) „It was a fantastic experience, I personally thank the smooth communication” Aron Gelley, group leader 4 different sauna rooms+2 Plunge pools (rated 4.6 by 220 ppl on ggl) The sauna is optinal, if you prefer to miss it or go to a Danube beach, we retrun 15 euro from the fee. In winter (Dec-Febr) the castle (gglrated 4.7 by 17500 ppl) is open from Fri-Sun , but we can always visit viewterrace (which is the main attraction). In this case I give you back 2500 huf/6 euro. Don’t risk, just come!

Spend a day in Vienna with the chance to tailor your itinerary and free from transport worries on this private tour from Budapest. Admire the scenery from a private air-conditioned car as you travel into Austria, and enjoy a panoramic drive around Vienna’s imperial highlights. Later, choose to explore the Schonbrunn Palace, museums, or the city’s shopping avenues or other sights.