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Treat yourself to a smooth and stress-free arrival and departure in Budapest with this private, round-trip car service to and from the airport. Enjoy a personalized meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall with a placard bearing your name. Travel comfortably in your own private chauffeured sedan, minivan, or minibus depending on group size.

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.

Explore the Communist era in Budapest on a half-day small-group tour that visits Communist landmarks. Head to destinations such as the Soviet Liberation Monument, Hungarian Parliament Building, and the Imre Nagy Memorial, and learn from your guide about life behind the Iron Curtain, the Hungarian Revolution of 1956, and Communist pop culture.

Experience, see, and taste the best of Budapest on a private 8-hour tour. A comprehensive itinerary (with complimentary public transportation) is already prepared for you, but you can customize what you do based on your personal preferences.  Whatever you decide, experience the city at your own pace and engage with your guide. Sample Hungarian food and wine at a local market hall, street food stand, and 19th century confectionery.

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.

See the best of Budapest on a 3.5-hour bike tour led by a private guide. Wheel around the bike paths and cobblestone streets to pass UNESCO-listed Buda Castle District, the iconic statues in Heroes’ Square, the impressive Parliament Building and more. Your guide will provide anecdotes and historical background as you go, giving context to all the major landmarks surrounding you. You’ll also enjoy a stop to rest your legs with a hot beverage and Hungarian treat during the tour.

Budapest turns into a Winter Wonderland in the run-up to Christmas with multiple markets and Christmas attractions. Get the most out of your time in the city by going on a Christmas Market Tour. You won’t have to navigate or plan, as your guide will lead the way and point out the best bits of the city. Visit several markets, such as Szent István Square Christmas Markets, and enjoy sampling mulled wine and chimney cake

This private tour to Etyek is a great way to learn more about Hungarian wine production. You won’t have to worry about waiting for local buses, as round-trip private transport from Budapest is included. Once in Etyek, walk past vineyards, learn about specialist winemaking techniques, and best of all—taste excellent local wine.

Discover Budapest the way you wish on a private chauffeured tuk tuk. Board a cabriolet Piaggio tuk tuk with a driver and agree a customized itinerary. Then, relax as you fly by famous sights and explore hidden corners, learning about their history on route. Cross Margaret Bridge, take photos, and finish with a wine and cheese tasting at a wine bar. Hotel or central pickup and drop-off, and choice of departure times include

Discover Budapest’s vibrant street art scene on this private tour that takes you off the beaten path. Explore the colorful murals of District 7, visit quirky boutiques, and sample delicious street food, all with the guidance of a passionate local expert. Enjoy a refreshing drink in a quirky ruin bar, and take home a map and personalized area recommendations. Hotel transfers are included for your convenience, making this an easy, immersive way to experience the city’s creative side.

Discover the best of Budapest’s markets and local restaurants on a private walking tour.  You'll experience the city’s culinary scene to its fullest through the eyes of a local. Follow your foodie guide to discover the city’s popular locals-only joints. Sip wine at one of the city’s market halls and taste sweets at a traditional Hungarian confectionery.

Budapest is arguably best appreciated after the sun goes down. Join your guide on a private walking tour of the city by night. With much of the tourist crowds dispersed, it’s the perfect time to photograph and appreciate the city’s best attractions.  Set the pace as you stroll past the Chain Bridge, Vörösmarty Square, and more. Afterwards, stop at one of Budapest’s famous Ruin Bars.

Experience the wine bars of Budapest like a local on a 2.5-hour small-group tour. Sample some of the country's best wines at trendy venues, including Tokaj and Bull's Blood. Along the way, learn about Hungarian wine making traditions and drinking culture. After the tour, leave with insider suggestions on what to see, eat, and do during the rest of your Budapest vacation.

If we can not take you to the actual wine regions, we will try to make up for that by showing you the highlights of the past and the present of Hungarian viticulture. Feed two birds with one seed: taste the finest local wines and complete your stay in Budapest with some new perspectives of the city.This is ultimately the best option to learn about Hungarian wines without leaving Budapest.

Discover Pest, the vibrant, bustling city, financial and cultural center of the Hungarian nation. Established in the late 19th century it gained new prominence as the second capital of the newly-created Austro-Hungarian Empire. Signs of that momentous 19th-century rise are everywhere to be found on this Budapest walking tour. Get introduced to a wide range of local grape varieties, such as Bikavér, Kadarka , Olaszrizling and Furmint which are major players in Hungarian wine. We also focus on featuring lesser-known varieties and wines from small, family-run wineries that you won't find in larger chain stores or supermarkets. -4 glasses of wine (50 ml each glass) -Led by a sommelier -Tasting Notes -Duration: 1 hour

Immerse yourself in the Hungarian wine scene on a wine tasting cruise along the Danube. Over the course of two hours, you’ll try seven different wines. Along the way, you’ll enjoy the sights of Budapest from a unique vantage point, including Buda Castle and the Fisherman’s Bastion. This is the perfect opportunity to photograph the city with unobstructed views.

Discovering Budapest’s food scene without a guide may give you only a random take on the city’s culinary repertoire. This small-group tour showcases the Hungarian capital’s local flavors and traditions to reveal its true gastronomic tastes and customs. Sample delicacies at one of the city's market halls, try street foods and classic confectionery, and taste Hungarian wines; all with a guide to share insight and pointers you’d likely otherwise miss.

Discover the hidden corners of Jewish Budapest on a private 5-hour tour. Visit a variety of attractions comfortably by private transportation in a short amount of time, including the Neolog Synagogue.  Meet with an active member of the local Jewish community to gain an in depth understanding of the history and contemporary life of Jews in Budapest. Complete your tour with a 3-course Hungarian lunch with wine, at a local home.

Discover Budapest’s unique blend of culture and cuisine on an evening tour that includes food samples and drinks.Visit several gastronomic venues to taste traditional Hungarian dishes and beverages. As you stroll the illuminated streets, your guide tells you stories from Budapest’s history. Learn more than you would wandering around alone, and eat at local hot spots you might not find otherwise.

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!

Get an insider’s introduction to the unique and trendy phenomenon of “ruin bars” during this after-hours pub crawl in Budapest. Visit bars that have been converted from abandoned factories, homes, and shops in the city’s former Jewish Quarter in District VII. You’ll also get a peek at the neighborhood’s iconic street art.

Smell, taste, and chew your way through the Hungarian capital on a private 3-hour tour. Sample delectable dishes at a traditional market hall, typical street food stall, and 19th-century confectionery. Be sure to save room for a wine tasting in a traditional venue. Along the way, learn about the culinary history and traditions of Budapest. After the tour, enjoy personalized recommendations on where and what to eat during the rest of your vacation.

Without a hire car, it’s almost impossible to explore the Hungarian wine regions around Budapest on your own. This wine tour solves the problem: transporting you to Etyek, the fast-developing wine region west of the city, to explore its wineries. Admire the vineyards, stop to tour different cellars and sample their wines, and enjoy an authentic Hungarian meal. A choice of time slots lets you be flexible with your schedule.

Experience Budapest’s famed thermal baths—and enjoy a gourmet meal as part of your day out—with this pampering, two-in-one package. Make your own way to Rudas Baths, located right on the Danube, and indulge in a 3-course brunch at the on-site Rudas Bistro (complete with panoramic city views). You’ll also receive full-day passes to the baths, which include access to the new wellness center, pools, saunas, and more.