Day Trips & Excursions in Budapest

Get a taste of Hungary while you're in Vienna on a full-day trip to Budapest. Journey through scenic countryside to Hungary's imperious capital, set on the River Danube, and view its must-see monuments and UNESCO-listed sights, including the Chain Bridge, Parliament, and medieval Buda district. Finish with free time to shop, stroll and have lunch (own expense). Live commentary aboard your air-conditioned transport, plus hotel pickup and drop-off in Vienna included.

Take a full-day tour of Hungary's scenic wine region of Villány, celebrated for its red Cabernet Franc. Your guide will lead you to three top wineries in the area, where you'll have the chance to taste five to eight wines at each. Admire the charming villages and cellars as you pass through Villány, and enjoy a 3-course lunch in the afternoon. Your stop at the last winery will include food pairings to accompany the wines that you sip. This full-day tour is limited to six people to ensure an intimate experience.

Spend a magical day in the Hungarian countryside: visit the beautiful Somló, Hungary's smallest and perhaps least-known wine region. Somló lies near lake Balaton, it is in fact a single volcanic hill that produces some of the most exciting mineral grape varieties of Hungary. This day trip will give you an insight into a region you would have a hard time reaching on your own, and it includes two winery visits and an authentic Hungarian three-course lunch. You will try 5-7 wines at each winery, and cheeses and/or cured meats will accompany your final wine tasting. Somló and the Northern Balaton region are definitely worth taking some time to explore if you are fond of nature: this off-the-beaten-track tour is complete with a light hike and some additional sightseeing stops.

Discover the best of Budapest with this full-day private tour. Spend the first part of the day exploring the city by private transport and visiting sites such as City Park, St. Stephen's Basilica,  Parliament, and the Castle area. After hours of exploring, enjoy a 3-course meal at a local restaurant before hopping aboard a 2-hour cruise along the Danube with a stop at Margaret Island.

Cast your sightseeing net wider while in Budapest to enjoy the artists' town of Szentendre and Danube Bend views from Visegrad in one convenient half-day trip. After a photo stop at hilltop Visegrad to capture the river's famous loop on camera, call at the baroque town of Szentendre to explore its cobbled lanes and arty shops. Includes hotel pickup and round-trip transport, the latter including a Danube cruise back to Budapest between May and September.

Equestrian lovers can't miss this traditional horse show, featuring the world-famous Hungarian cowboys known as csikós. This comprehensive walking tour of Debrecen covers a myriad of historical sights in a short amount of time, making it ideal for travelers on a time budget. Discover the everyday life of the herdsmen at the Herdsmen Museum and benefit from the insider knowledge of a guide as you explore the Hortobagy National Park.  

Explore the baroque Artists' Village of Szentendre on a 4-hour tour from Budapest. Travel to this cobbled town near the Danube Bend, and enjoy a guided stroll to admire its historical lanes and architecture. On route, sample fried Hungarian 'langos' flat bread and learn about the town's history. Plus, enjoy free time to shop and stroll around Szentendre's museums. Includes air-conditioned bus transport and in summer (May to September), a return boat ride to Budapest.

Learn the secrets of the royal family on this 4- to 5-hour tour of Gödöllo Palace, the summer residence of Emperor Franz Joseph I and the beloved Hungarian Queen Elisabeth. Departing from Budapest, a guide will drive you 30 minutes northeast to explore this lavish Baroque castle. Then, stop at an authentic Hungarian farm to sample palinka, a popular fruit brandy native to Hungary, and savory scones before enjoying a carriage ride. Your tour will conclude with an equestrian show and transportation back to your hotel in Budapest.

Explore the Hungarian wine region of Eger on a guided day trip departing from Budapest. Taste five to eight wines at each of the three cellars you visit, including 'Bull's Blood' (Egri Bikav er), the region's most prominent red. After taking a spin around town, you'll be treated to a traditional Hungarian 3-course lunch, and cheeses and cured meats will accompany your final wine tasting. To keep the trip as intimate as possible, groups will be limited to six travelers.

Get a glimpse into Hungary's history and culture on this 4.5-hour Godollo Palace and horse show experience from Budapest. Visit Godollo, the one-time summer residence of Queen Elisabeth, nicknamed 'Sisi,' and husband Emperor Franz Joseph I, and enjoy an interior palace tour. Then, visit a farm and enjoy a carriage ride, traditional Hungarian refreshments and a 'magic' horse show, complete with equestrian displays. Entrance fees, show, air-conditioned transport, and Budapest hotel pickup included.

Explore the Hungarian wine villages of Villány on this private day trip from Budapest. Led by an expert guide, discover the region's winemaking secrets as you travel to three wineries to sample local varietals. Taste traditional snacks and stroll through one of the scenic vineyards before relaxing with a 3-course Hungarian lunch. After treating your taste buds, your private day trip with conclude with transportation back to Budapest.

Discover the dreamy landscapes of the Danube Bend, the most scenic stretch of the Danube River, on this full-day tour from Budapest. Escape the capital for a scenic drive through the countryside, stopping in Visegrad, admire the neoclassical cathedral of Esztergom from outside and browse the handicrafts shops of Szentendre. After tucking into a delicious 3-course lunch (included), hop aboard for a romantic cruise along the Danube River and sail back to the capital by boat.

Cross into Budapest for a full-day tour from Belgrade. Travel comfortably from your Belgrade hotel in a private vehicle to Budapest and meet your guide. Tick off the city's main sights, including Buda Castle, St. Stephen's Basilica, the Chain Bridge, and Heroes Square. Learn about the history of Budapest from your guide before taking time to explore the city independently.

Taste the sweet side of Hungary's wine region on a full-day tour of Tokaj from Budapest. Led by a local guide, you'll travel through the scenic countryside famous for its dessert wine. Your trip includes stops at three wineries to taste the unique varietals of each. Listen in on the winemakers' best secrets and take a tour of a local cellar and vineyard. You'll also be treated to a delicious 3-course lunch, along with meat and cheese samples at the third and final winery.

Get personalized attention and enjoy a flexible itinerary during this 10-hour private tour of Szeged from Budapest. Explore the 'City of Sunshine' with your private party and a dedicated guide, where you'll get to know the city, visit a local museum, and enjoy a traditional lunch (own expense). Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Discover the sights of the Danube Bend in one trip on this full-day tour from Budapest. Drive across the border into Slovakia, and visit Esztergom's green-domed Basilica, the seat of Hungary's Catholic church. Then, admire the Danube views from hilltop Visegrad Castle and enjoy a guided stroll around cobbled Szentendre, famous for its art shops. Hotel pickup, lunch, and return transport, with a Danube boat ride back to Budapest (May-September), are included.

Visit scenic Lake Balaton and a Hungarian porcelain factory on a day trip from Budapest. After leaving Budapest, explore the Herend Porcelain Manufactory to see how traditional Hungarian porcelain is made and perhaps purchase some pieces (own expense). Then, admire Tihany Abbey at Lake Balaton before lunch (own expense) and a lakeside stroll in the spa town of Balatonfüred. Air-conditioned transport; factory entrance fee, tour, and coffee or tea; plus Budapest hotel pickup included.