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What to expect

Budapest Guided Tour

Explore UNESCO-listed Buda Castle, Castle Hill & more

Esztergom, Visegrad & Szentendre

Included excursions to historic riverside towns

Danube River Travel

Sail on the Danube from Szentendre to Budapest

About the trip

Join Solos as we head to Hungary and to Budapest. Budapest is one of Europe’s most beautiful and historic cities, famous for its stunning architecture, vibrant culture, and rich history. We will explore along the famous Danube River, especially the Danube Bend, visiting historical towns such as Esztergom, Visegrád, which will offer spectacular panoramic views of the river and the picturesque town of Szentendre. Whether you’re drawn to its thermal baths, historic landmarks, or vibrant urban life, Budapest offers a unique and enchanting experience.

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What's included?

  • Return flights & transfers
  • Airport taxes & charges
  • Room for sole use
  • Welcome Drink
  • Breakfast daily and welcome dinner
  • Guided tour of Budapest
  • Days excursion to Esztergom, Visegrad and Szentendre
  • Wine tasting in the Basilica at Esztergom
  • Sail on the Danube from Szentendre to Budapest
  • Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
  • Fully Financially Protected

Itinerary

  • Arrive into Budapest
  • Tour of Budapest
  • Excursion to Esztergom, Visegrad and Szentendre
  • Free day
  • Departure day

What you'll be doing

DAY 1

Arrive into Budapest

Today we arrive into Budapest and transfer to the hotel. We spend the day getting used to our surroundings before we gather for our welcome dinner later.

  • Welcome dinner included
DAY 2

Tour of Budapest and free time

Today we have tour of Budapest, the city is divided by the Danube River into two parts: Buda, known for its hilly landscape, historic castles, and natural beauty, and Pest. We will start the day touring around the city, seeing sights such as Buda Castle and Castle Hill. Buda Castle is perched on a hill overlooking the Danube and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The castle complex includes museums, historical buildings, and offers breathtaking views of the city. One of the most iconic landmarks of Budapest is the Parliament Building, this neo-Gothic building sits on the Pest side of the Danube and is the third-largest parliament building in the world. Other places of interest in this fascinating city is Chain Bridge connecting Buda and Pest, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Fisherman’s Bastion and Danube Promenade, a beautiful riverside walkway, where along the way we can see iconic views of the city and monuments such as the “Shoes on the Danube Bank” memorial, which commemorates the Jews killed during World War II.

After the tour, the rest of the day is a free to explore how we wish.

  • Breakfast included.
DAY 3

Esztergom, Visegrad & Szentendre

We head out of Budapest this morning and head to the villages on the famous Danube River. Our first stop is Esztergom, which is one of the oldest and most important cities in Hungary. Known for its rich history, religious significance, and stunning architecture, the Esztergom Basilica dominates the skyline of Esztergom, sitting atop Castle Hill.

Our next stop is Visegrad, a small historically significant town located on the scenic Danube Bend and is a blend of natural beauty, medieval history, and cultural significance. Visegrad is famous for its medieval fortress, royal palace, and stunning panoramic views of the Danube River.

Our final stop today is Szentendre, a charming riverside town, known for its vibrant arts scene, colorful baroque architecture, and Mediterranean-like atmosphere. The town is famous for its narrow cobblestone streets, galleries, museums, and lively cultural life. After visiting here, we will board a boat and sail back down the Danube back to Budapest.

  • Breakfast included.
DAY 4

Free day

Today we have a free day to explore as we wish. Budapest is famous for its thermal waters. We could spend some time at The Széchenyi Baths, located in City Park, are one of the largest medicinal bath complexes in Europe, offering a mix of indoor and outdoor pools. Within the Jewish Quarter, there are a number of Ruin Bars which are unique bars are set up in abandoned buildings and courtyards. However we decide to spend the day, we will not be short of options.

  • Breakfast included.
DAY 5

Departure day

We have our final breakfast as a group this morning before heading back to the airport for our flight home.

  • Breakfast included

Accommodation

NH Budapest City

Located on the Pest side of the Danube, meaning that many sites are in walking distance, including the famous Parliament building and the Danube itself.

Facilities Include

There is Wi-fi throughout, a bar, sauna and a fitness centre. There is also a restaurant in site.

Room Includes

Each room has coffee and tea making facilities, private bathrooms, hairdryer, TV and air-conditioning.

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