Explore Hungary, one of the beautiful countries in Eastern Europe. A short hop from Vienna, this land of Franz Liszt and Bela Bartok, Gypsy music and the romantic Danube River continue to enchant visitors. The allure of Budapest once an imperial city is obvious at first sight, but other cities like Eger, the wine capital of the north, Pecs the warm heart of the south, Kecskemet or Lake Balaton & Hungarian Countryside area have definitely much to offer. This is truly a magical journey that will create lasting memories that you will cherish for a lifetime. From the Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion and Parliament Palace of Budapest to the Balaton area with beautiful promenades, tree-lined avenues and stunning views of the Tihany Peninsula. This exploration of Hungary is unrivalled, providing visitors the chance to delve into the history and culture of one of the most breathtaking countries in Europe.

Budapest was originally two cities on each side of one of the most beautiful stretches of the Danube River – Buda, the older, more graceful part, with cobbled streets and medieval buildings, and Pest, the commercial center. In Buda, Gellért Hill gives a wonderful view of the city, river and mountains. On the hill is the Citadella fort, the Royal Palace which houses the National Gallery, the rampart of Halászbástya (Fisherman’s Bastion), so called because it was the duty of the city’s fishermen to protect the northern side of the Palace during the Middle Ages, and the great Mátyás Templom (church) with its multicolored tiled roof. On the Pest side are the Parliament; the Hungarian National Museum, containing remarkable treasures ranging from the oldest skull found in Europe to Franz Liszt’s gold baton; the Belvárosi Templom, Hungary’s oldest church, dating from the 12th century, the Museum of Fine Arts housing European paintings and the Ethnographic Museum. Margaret Island, connected to both Buda and Pest by bridges, is a park with a sports stadium, swimming pool, spas, a rose garden and fountains. Budapest has about 100 hot springs.

Arrival to Budapest Ferihegy Airport. Our English speaking guide will welcome you at the airport to get a private transfer to the city. Regarded by many as one of world's most beautiful cities, travelers are quickly recognizing the appeal of Budapest. Consisting of two very different cities, Buda on the West bank of the Danube River and Pest on the East bank, Budapest offers Viennese romanticism at an affordable price. However, Budapest is unique in its own right. Hungarians are proud of what this ancient capital has to offer and its contributions to European culture, especially in the field of music, a language one doesn't need to speak to appreciate.

The Hotel Pest (3*) is located in the city center of Budapest, in the ancient historical district of the city, close to the main tourist attractions, business centers, shopping and entertainment venues, which makes it a good base for exploring the city. The hotel is housed in one of the oldest buildings in the Terezvaros district and provides guests with a comfortable stay with 25 comfortable and quiet rooms, furnished with specially crafted wooden furniture and modern décor. A full breakfast buffet is served every morning in the glass enclosed atrium breakfast hall, while the lobby bar provides guests with a quiet spot to sit back and relax while enjoying a few drinks after a long day of sightseeing.

Overnight at Pest (3*).

Enjoy a full city tour of Budapest with your own guide and car. On the Pest side, visit the impressive Heroes’ Square, City Park, Széchenyi Spa, Grand Circus, and view the Vajdahunyad castle. The tour continues along Andrássy Avenue with its stately mansions. Take the opportunity and visit the impressive House of Parliament. After a walk around the largest building of Hungary, see the magnificent neo-gothic Parliament inside with a guide and walk along the splendid boardrooms and impressive staircases. Entrance fees to Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion and Parliament are included in the tour price).

You will be picked up at your hotel, and transferred to a traditional Hungarian restaurant. Enjoy your dinner with a folklore show and gypsy music. Upon the return transfer, you will be given a short Budapest by night tour.

Overnight at Pest (3*).

Enjoy your buffet breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, depart to Esztergom and visit the Basilica with its treasury. The trip will continue to Visegrad. Admire the most beautiful panorama on the Danube Bend and visit the Fortress. In the end you will be going to Szentendre to explore this beautiful city before you will return to Budapest. Dinner at leisure.
Overnight at the hotel in Budapest

Overnight at Pest (3*).

Eger is a historic town in Northern Hungary, capital of Heves County and situated between the Mátra and Bükk mountains. It is mainly known for its castle, thermal baths, historic buildings (including the northernmost Turkish minaret) and, above all else, the best Hungarian red wines.

Start your day with a buffet breakfast at the hotel and departure to Godollo. Explore the famous Baroque Grassalkovich Castle which used to be the summer residence of Queen Elizabeth and Sisi. Furthermore, continue your trip to Eger. Take a short walk through the city as well as the Fortress before you will end your tour with the needle-like minaret and the Basilica.
Overnight at the hotel in Eger.

The Eger's established hotel complex, is situated in the inner city, 500 meters from Dobó Square, the historical center of Eger, and next to Gárdonyi Géza Theater, the center of cultural life. The Baroque-style Park Hotel, the first hotel of Eger, dating back to the beginning of the last century, and Hotel Eger, built at the beginning of the 1980's, following a full reconstruction, transformed into one of the most prominent wellness-conference hotels in North-Hungary, is waiting for its dear guests. The most important sights, museums and the town center's restaurants, bars and clubs are easily accessible on foot for both the self-organized traveler and the conference tourist. The adjacent Bishop's Garden, the largest park of Eger, offers recreational facilities for those who wish to relax or do sports. The popular open-air bath and the Turkish Bath with its medicinal water are situated right next to the park.

Overnight at Hotel Park.

Kecskemet is a city in the central part of Hungary, half way between Budapest and Szeged, almost equal distance from the two big rivers of the country, Danube and Tisza. The city is well known for its secessionist architecture, museums, and for being the birthplace of composer Zoltan Kodaly.

In the morning a buffet breakfast is waiting for you at the hotel before you will start your day with a horse show program in Hortobagy. Your lunch will be served in a country tavern in Hortobagy (3 course menu, 2 glasses of wine, mineral water, coffee). On the second part of the day you will enjoy a guided tour in Kecskemet including the Art Nouveau Town Hall and its clock, the Old Church, the romantic Synagogue, the Ferenc Liszt Music Institute and the Cifra Palace, one of the major works of Hungarian art nouveau.

Situated in the heart of Kecskemet, the Harom Gunar (3*) hotel offers ideal accommodation for business travellers, hikers, individual and group guests alike. After a recent extensive renovation, modernization and extension, the hotel is now equipped with central heating and cooling, with individual climate control within each of the 54 newly refreshed rooms. Free WIFI is also available throughout the entire hotel.

Overnight at Harom Gunar (3*).

Pecs is a pleasant small university town located on the slopes of the Mecsek Mountains in the south-west of the country, close to its border with Croatia. It has largely escaped the ravages of both communist-era architecture and modern-day mass tourism. In 2000, the Early Christian Necropolis of Pecs was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is one of the European Capitals of Culture in 2010. Pecs always was a multicultural city where many cultural layers are encrusted melting different values of the history of two thousand years. Hungarians, Croatians and Swabians still live in peace together in economic and cultural polarity.

Enjoy your buffet breakfast before you will depart for Kalocsa. There you will be able to visit the Cathedral, the Bishop’s Palace, its library, treasury and the Paprika Museum. Later on you will be driven to Pecs where you can enjoy a sightseeing tour and visit the Cathedral, the Zsolnay museum and the early Christian mausoleum.
Overnight at the hotel in Pecs.

The Corso Hotel is a boutique hotel in direct connection with the historical city centre and the Pecs Knowledge Centre. The outer and interior design used famous Zsolnay china as well as local artwork, and art exhibitions are held regularly. The hotel building is entirely non-smoking and broadband Internet connection is available all through the building; business guests can enjoy the services of a business centre.

Overnight at The Corso Hotel.

Budapest was originally two cities on each side of one of the most beautiful stretches of the Danube River – Buda, the older, more graceful part, with cobbled streets and medieval buildings, and Pest, the commercial center. In Buda, Gellért Hill gives a wonderful view of the city, river and mountains. On the hill is the Citadella fort, the Royal Palace which houses the National Gallery, the rampart of Halászbástya (Fisherman’s Bastion), so called because it was the duty of the city’s fishermen to protect the northern side of the Palace during the Middle Ages, and the great Mátyás Templom (church) with its multicolored tiled roof. On the Pest side are the Parliament; the Hungarian National Museum, containing remarkable treasures ranging from the oldest skull found in Europe to Franz Liszt’s gold baton; the Belvárosi Templom, Hungary’s oldest church, dating from the 12th century, the Museum of Fine Arts housing European paintings and the Ethnographic Museum. Margaret Island, connected to both Buda and Pest by bridges, is a park with a sports stadium, swimming pool, spas, a rose garden and fountains. Budapest has about 100 hot springs.

After your buffet breakfast at the hotel, you will continue your trip towards Lake Balaton which you will cross by ferry boat from Szantod to Tihany. You will make a short sightseeing stop in Tihany, the treasure peninsula. On the way back to Budapest, visit Veszprem, the town of Hungarian Queens and do not miss the Chapel Gisella. Return to Budapest.
Overnight at the hotel in Budapest.

Overnight at Pest (3*).

Airport transfer with private vehicle and driver.

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport).