Visegrád

Tours

Experience the breathtaking views of Budapest on a historical boat tour and enjoy a welcome drink. Listen to an audio guide on your phone along the way to learn about this historical city. You'll board one of two unique historical ships: the Kisfaludy Paddle Steamer, and the Hableány Paddle Steamer. Both are authentic historical vessels, and they are sister ships, looking similar and sharing the same design. These unique paddle steamers offer an unforgettable time-travel experience while showcasing Budapest's stunning landmarks. As you begin your journey, find a comfortable seat and enjoy a refreshing welcome drink. Marvel at Budapest's beautiful panorama and explore the landmarks along the Danube with the online audio guide. This guide, accessible via a QR code on board, is designed to be used on your phone and is available in 15+ languages. It provides both readable and listenable content to enhance your experience. If you need any help with the audio guide, our staff will be happy to assist you.

Cruise through downtown Budapest on the Danube at daytime and discover the Hungarian capital’s most important buildings with a welcome Tokaj Premium Frizzante or orange juice. Step aboard the elegant, fully refurbished sightseeing boat, and soak up the modern yet classic décor that has retained the luxurious feel of the 60s and 70s. Find a seat that suits you best, stay cozy in the enclosed deck or get some fresh air on the open terrace. Marvel at Budapest's beautiful panorama and explore the landmarks along the Danube with the ONLINE AUDIO GUIDE. This guide, accessible via a QR code onboard, is designed to be used on your OWN PHONE and is available in 15+ languages. It provides both readable and listenable content to enhance your experience. We suggest using your OWN EARPHONES for the best experience. If you need any help with the audio guide, our staff will be happy to assist you. Take some fantastic photos of the attractions and enjoy delicious drinks at the stylish onboard bar with table service! Finish your boat tour by gliding back to the meeting point where it all began.

Enjoy a round-trip cruise to visit Szentendre, the small Baroque town at the meeting point of the Danube River and the Pilis hills. Explore this charming town on your own in the afternoon on this trip. Szentendre is known as the town of living art due to its artist colony of international renown and its museums and galleries. You’ll find many permanent and temporary exhibitions, programs and performances, the Szamos Marzipan Museum, the House of Folk Art, open-air cafés, pastry shops and wine cellars. With its well-preserved, distinctive 18th-century townscape of southern-style Baroque houses and narrow cobbled streets, the town center invites visitors to a journey back in time. Cruise timetable: Morning cruise: 10:30 AM- departure from Budapest Vigadó Square ship station Free time to explore Szentendre on your own 5:00 PM - departure with the ship from Szentendre 6:00 PM - arrival in Budapest

This full-day tour of the mighty Danube is ideal for people who want to combine history with nature and would like to enjoy some of the most beautiful countrysides in Hungary. You will see historic monuments and art memorials while your guide provides a lively narrative of Hungarian life. You will visit the 750-year-old Royal Residence at Visegrád where you will learn about life in the Middle Ages while enjoying spectacular views of the Danube Valley. At Esztergom, the northern gate of Budapest, you will pause at the largest cathedral in the country and see the burial sites of famous cardinals as you gaze across the water towards Slovakia. Cross the river and border into Slovakia to see the stunning view from the opposite side.  You will stop at an artists' village in Szentendre, a baroque city located where the Danube River meets the Pilis Mountains. Wander the narrow streets to soak up the magical atmosphere and catch panoramic vistas of the river. You will have time to visit some of the museums, such as the world-famous Margit Kovács Ceramic Museum or the Confectionery Museum, where the buildings and people are made of marzipan. Browse the shops of the village before the return journey to Budapest. Travel from 15th May until 15th September will be on a relaxing boat cruise, a fitting way to arrive back in the city center. In case of low water levels, the return to Budapest will be by bus.

On this unforgettable tour along the Danube, make stops in Visegrád, Esztergom, and Szentendre. Explore the architecture and history of the places you visit alongside a guide. See the Danube Bend and walk along medieval narrow streets. In Visegrád, walk close to the 750-year-old stones of the former Royal Residence (entry fee not included). Learn about life in the Middle Ages, and enjoy the fascinating panorama of the Danube valley. At Esztergom, the northern gate of Budapest, stands the center of the Catholic Church. Visit the largest cathedral in Hungary and the burial place of the country's most famous cardinals such as Primate József Mindszenty. Afterward, stop to enjoy the view over Slovakia across the river. On the way back, stop by the artist's village of Szentendre. It is a small baroque city at the gate of the Danube Bend, at the meeting place of the Danube River and the Pilis Mountains, situated in a beautiful natural environment. Walk around the baroque settlement, built on medieval ruins, and go up the narrow streets to a panorama point to look out over the Danube. Enjoy the special atmosphere of this village before the trip concludes.

Discover the artistic town of Szentendre (often referred to as the “Artists Village”) during a half-day tour along the Danube River. Travel back in time as you walk through the baroque town center. Pop into souvenir shops, discover restaurants, coffee shops and art galleries in the many listed buildings. Take a cozy walk on vintage streets beloved by artists since the 18th and 19th centuries. Afterwards, climb aboard the scheduled public boat and enjoy a scenic view as you cruise back to Budapest city center. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, you will come back to Budapest by bus.

Journey through Hungary's history, experience a unique section of the River Danube, commonly referred to as the ”Danube Bend”. Start off by seeing the city of Esztergom from another perspective during a photo stop in Slovakia. Then head out in the comfort of an air-conditioned bus and enjoy the remarkable city of Esztergom, home to the largest Catholic church in the country. In addition to experiencing a great view of river valley, you will also have time to enjoy a 3-course lunch in the city of Visegrád. Afterwards, you will continue on to the magical artist’s village of Szentendre, where your guide will show you the downtown area with its cobblestone streets. At the end of the tour, return to Budapest either by boat during the spring-summer season (from 15th May to 15th September) or by bus during the autumn-winter season (from 15th September to 15th May). In case of extremely low water level on the River Danube, the return to Budapest will be by bus as well.

Enjoy the evening views of Budapest on this Danube river cruise with live folk dancers and musicians. Have some wine, beer, prosecco, or soft drinks as you drift along the river. Embark on a Danube river cruise from Silverline Dock. Capture pictures of Budapest from the river. Dive into local culture with live performances of traditional Hungarian music and dancing. See the performer's colorful costumes. Let the dancer's teach you the basics of the songs and dances. Relax with three refreshing drinks. Return to the Silverline Dock at the end of your cruise.

Climb aboard a hydrofoil boat in Budapest to get to the Danube Bend quickly for the chance to admire its natural and architectural wonders. Along the way, pass the Solomon Tower and the Royal Palace in Visegrád, among many other sites. Enjoy the benefits of high-speed cruising and arrive at Visegrád in no time. Have plenty of time to explore the city and its iconic historic landmarks at your own pace. Finally, return to Budapest in the afternoon aboard the hydrofoil boat.

Embark on a full-day, guided hike just outside of Budapest through the Danube Bend, including hotel pickup and drop-off via an air conditioned and comfortable van. A memorable day for lovers of nature and the outdoors awaits. Spend the day in the volcanic Visegradi Hills, where the memory of the old volcano still pervades. The volcano is no longer active, so there remains no danger. The starting point of the hike is at a tiny, romantic village on the coast of the Danube, called Dömös. Begin with the steepest climb of the day while you're still feeling fresh. This is a challenging uphill section, so if you are not in a good physical shape it may be exhausting for you. After the climb, you'll find yourself on a ridge that offers beautiful panoramic views over the river and surrounding mountains. As you look around, check out the huge volcanic rocks that were left behind after the ancient eruption. After a few hundred yards more, climb to Predikaloszek, the summit with some of the best views in Hungary. This place is very famous among locals and visited the whole year through by nature-lovers. Stop for a snack at the lookout and take in the amazing scenery. After refueling, a nice and long downhill trek is waiting for you through a wild and untouched valley. During the descent, observe the power of water; see how it created ravines in the soil of the forest. We close the day with the one of the most visited natural attractions of Hungary that is the Ram gorge. Thirty meters high rock formations and waterfalls are waiting for you in the cool and green canyon. We climb up through waterfalls with the help of ladders and rails. Adventure for a lifetime!