Top Hungary Day Trips

Swap the hustle and bustle of Budapest for a day trip to a picturesque town on the banks of the Danube River—Szentendre. The city of culture, history and amazing architecture . As you explore the town’s highlights with a private guide, benefit from in-depth guide commentary to help you understand what makes this beautiful setting a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

View Budapest’s floodlit landmarks by boat on a Danube River evening cruise. Settle on the glass-enclosed vessel, and admire the cityscapes as you cruise by the UNESCO-listed riverbanks, glass in hand. Admire the Hungarian Parliament and Buda Castle district twinkling with lights, and sail under the illuminated Chain Bridge and other bridges. Your choice of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or mineral water, Wi-Fi, and commentary included.

Explore Hungary’s renowned Etyek wine region—and enjoy a hassle-free way to travel beyond Budapest city limits—on this half-day tasting tour, complete with lunch or dinner. Set off with your group (or just your guide, if private option selected), and head to Etyek, famed for its white and sparkling wines. Visit two or three top wineries to taste their wines and learn about their craft. This intimate tour also features a traditional Hungarian meal.

See the best of the Danube Bend on this full-day trip from Budapest, solving the challenge of fitting multiple towns into one day. Visit the historic towns of Esztergom, Visegrád, and Szentendre, explore the impressive Esztergom Basilica, and enjoy panoramic views of the Danube Valley from Visegrád Citadel. Wander through charming cobbled streets, and past the baroque houses and museums of Szentendre—all with your guide taking care of timing and transport.

Spend a day away from the crowds of the capital without having to join a massive tour group. This private tour takes you a short distance southwest of Budapest to Lake Balaton, a sprawling lake surrounded by charming towns and rolling countryside. Cruise through your day at a leisurely pace with only your private guide by your side. Take a ferry cruise across the lake, walk around the historic village of Tihany (home to the 11th-century Benedictine Tihany Abbey) and enjoy the picturesque views from the Balatonfüred promenade.

Study up on your Hungarian wines with this evening tasting in Budapest. Led by an expert guide, you’ll be given an introduction to regional characteristics, sampling eight varietals at a local wine shop and sharing your thoughts with your companions. Ask questions as you take in the flavor notes, pairing your samples with artisanal bread, local cheeses and charcuteries. Groups are limited to 24 people.

Experience an unforgettable private tour that blends the utmost comfort with thrilling adventures, all with your dedicated private driver for the day, an experienced long-distance driver. Our exclusive journey promises enriching exploration and cherished memories, making it a transformative travel experience. This private tour is a pleasant way to spend your time. It includes transportation from Budapest to 2 sightseeing stops and back. All this in the comfort of a private car with an English-speaking local driver who knows the area and will be happy to share information with you. 1 to 3 people, we will provide a sedan or combi. 4 people, we will provide an MPV. 5 to 7 people, we will provide a VAN. If you prefer a larger vehicle and wish to ensure additional space during your trip, please choose a different number of travelers in the booking form according to this description. Our drivers are friendly and available at all times. If you have any requirements, just let us know.

Experience the traditions of Hungary’s Great Plain, or "puszta," on this full-day trip from Budapest. Venture south to the region’s capital of Kecskemet, and enjoy a guided stroll around its historical highlights, including the art nouveau-style Town Hall. Then, continue to a horse ranch to enjoy a traditional "barackpálinka" (apricot brandy) welcome, an equestrian show, a carriage ride, and a 3-course Hungarian lunch.

Visit the Danube Bend on a full-day tour from Budapest that includes Esztergom Basilica / Cathedral, a 13th-century castle, and a stop to explore the charming town of Szentendre. It’s a great introduction to a region known for rolling hills and historic villages, with the chance to sample local cuisine at an included 3-course lunch.

Experience an unforgettable private tour that blends the utmost comfort with thrilling adventures, all with your dedicated private driver for the day, an experienced long-distance driver. Our exclusive journey promises enriching exploration and cherished memories, making it a transformative travel experience. This private tour is a pleasant way to spend your time. It includes transportation from Budapest to a sightseeing stop in Szentendre, Visegrád and Esztergom and back Our drivers are friendly and available at all times. If you have any requirements, just let us know.

The small town is the opening of the Danube Bend area with cute Serbian architecture, lovely shops, and delicious restaurants. After they discovered its charming atmosphere and beautiful landscape, Szentendre became the center of fine art students in the 20th century. It's still full of museums, galleries, and folk art. During this Full Day program, you will have enough free time to conveniently have lunch and to just wandering around while shopping for souvenirs.

Get the experience of being a local Soweto resident by spending your day in one of the largest townships in South Africa; as we drive and walk through the vibrant Soweto Township. Come enjoy the day as we go through the rich history and culture of Soweto. You will then visit the renowned Apartheid Museum, which illustrates the rise and fall of apartheid in South Africa. This tour will give you a real sense of life during the apartheid era with its policies of segregation that were enforced from 1948 until 1994.

For individual travellers, a private guide is generally a much better option than the long drawn-out and often boring bus tours. A private tour gives you a real personal experience. It is possible to stop anywhere, anytime upon request. Communication with the guide is easy - not like in a bus.

Travel to Hungary’s Lake Balaton from Budapest on a private full-day tour in an air-conditioned vehicle. Enjoy a wine tasting in the Csopak wine region and savor a three-course lunch. Visit the towns of Tihany and Balatonfüred and learn about the area from your guide. Admire the views of Lake Balaton from aboard a ferry, and take a dip in the water before relaxing in the sunshine.

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.

Try some bull’s blood on this private tour in Eger, which is not something every tour offers. Your guide will take you all around the city, showing you the famous spots and giving you a local’s perspective. You’ll also make it to a Hungarian winery, where you’ll be able to taste the most famous wine in the county, the bull’s blood.

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!

Self-guided ride with our bicycles to the scenic village of Szentendre, ca. 25km along the Danube. If you follow our recommended route you will leave from Downtown to Margarete Island, enjoy the nature of the car-free island and pass Old-Buda and the Roman Beach. It is up to you to decide on speed, stops, and enjoying the landscape. In summer you can even make a bathing stop. Ride on the perfect bicycle ways to Szentendre and enjoy the Mediterranean flair at the river. Plenty to see, enjoyable ride for leisure riders & families or sportsmen & women. Optional: Finish the tour with a relaxing boat ride on the Danube (ATTENTION: only available in Summer and the boat arrives at 18:10 in Budapest); The boat has to be booked directly with us. EUR 30/person. Please note: this is a self-guided tour, you are your own guide and have to find the way and handle technical issues yourself. If you want full comfort consider booking a private guided tour.

Treat yourself to a luxurious and stress-free arrival in Budapest with this private, one-way airport transfer. Enjoy a personalized meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall with a placard bearing your name. Luggage assistance is included, plus one complimentary child seat on request. One-way transfers can be booked any time of day or week.

See a different side of Budapest with this night tour around the Buda Castle District. As well as passing key landmarks—such as Buda Castle and Matthias Church, the tour reveals mysterious stories that you wouldn’t find in a guidebook. Highlights include tales of Vlad Dracula, the city’s dark history, and notorious characters from the 19th century.

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.

This Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour of Budapest is one of the easiest ways to get around the city while you’re traveling. Book your 1-, 2-, or 3-day ticket and explore at your own pace. The route stops at many key areas of Budapest, including Heroes’ Square, the Hungarian Parliament Building, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and the Hungarian State Opera House. The bus offers recorded commentary about Budapest's sights in several languages.

As the years go by, more and more travelers venture out of the Hungarian capital to explore vineyards, beautiful landscapes and great food. There is, luckily, one region where you will get all three and more: Balaton, the largest lake in Central Europe. Experience the beauty of Lake Balaton on a relaxing 1-hour sailing cruise and enjoy the panoramic views of the picturesque Tihany Peninsula. Balaton boasts some of the most ancient buildings in Hungary dating back to the early middle ages: Tihany Abbey for example, the still functioning Benedictine monastery that will allow you a peek into the lives of medieval kings & queens. You will also be able to visit the world-famous Herend Porcelain Manufactory, where some of the most beautiful pieces of porcelain are made. This is also a great place to do some souvenir shopping. On our Balaton day trip, you will get to discover the highlights of this region, taste its wines, and maybe even take a dip in the lake while you’re there!