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Private Art Nouveau Tour Budapest (opens in a new tab)

25 4 h

Discover the breathtaking pieces of an architectural style that started to flourish towards the end of the 1900s, together with the insights of an art historian. In merely 20 years numerous masterpieces were constructed according to the various branches of the Secessionist Movement present in Europe. Viennese Secession, Jugendstil, French and Belgian Art Nouveau and for the first time, a real Hungarian “National Style” was also born. Among these beautiful edifices, we offer you the chance to explore Gresham Palace in and out, the Hungarian National Treasury, the Hungarian Academy of Music, various sites in the famous and historic Váci shopping street and much more gems too than you could ever find in a guidebook. Such a tour could begin at a previously arranged location, such as your hotel, or we recommend meeting at the former House of Hungarian Art Nouveau. A coffee break is also included in the tour at a marvellous Art Nouveau landmark.

from$307

Budapest by Night Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 3 h

Experience the magic of Budapest’s nightlife with a private, fully customizable tour led by a professional English-speaking driver/guide. Begin your journey with hotel pickup and explore iconic landmarks illuminated under the night sky, such as Heroes Square, the State Opera House, and the Hungarian Parliament. Marvel at St. Stephen’s Basilica, Fisherman’s Bastion, Chain Bridge, Castle Hill, the Citadel, and the vibrant Central Market Hall. Your guide will share local insights, historical information, and photo tips, ensuring a memorable experience. Customize your itinerary, stop to explore, and enjoy a magical evening before being dropped off at your accommodation.

from$142

Full-Day Wine Tasting at Lake Balaton Private Tour from Budapest (opens in a new tab)

4 9 h

The northern shore of Lake Balaton is one of the most unique landscapes of Hungary. Along this tour we would like to show you the less touristy, off-the-beaten-path treasures of the region. Since for both of us working at Wine it Up this region is a second home, you can trust us on picking the best of it for you to show.

from$490

Lake Balaton and Herend Porcalain (Full-Day Private Tour) (opens in a new tab)

7 9 h

This full-day private tour to the Lake Balaton region covers the largest hand-painting porcelain manufactory of the world in Herend, the 1000-year old Benedictine Abbey in Tihany, beautiful walkway in Balatonfüred and a wine tasting in the wine region Balatonfüred-Csopak. Herend is famous for its Porcelain Manufactory – you can see how the luxury hand painted products are made (and also can buy products if you want). In Tihany you can visit the Benedictine Abbey, and enjoy a delightful panorama of Lake Balaton. In Balatonfüred you can take a walk on the bank. A lot of sailboats and yachts could be seen on the lake. If you get tired, there are a lot of benches to relax and cafés to refresh yourself. If the weather is enough warm, you can try a beach if you want. At the end of the day you can enjoy a great wine at one of the many wine bars on the hilltops by the wineries overlooking the lake.

from$528

Memento Park Visit with Private Trabant Transfer (opens in a new tab)

52 3 h

Are you ready for a travel in time? Join a joyride in an old school Trabant car! A qualified driver will take you to Memento Park where you'll have 2 hours free time to explore Statue Park, The Most Cheerful Barrack, Stalin's Grandstand and the Red Star Store. Gigantic communist propaganda statues spin you back to the era of the Cold War and allow a glimpse behind the Iron Curtain. English speaking guests get an hour-long guided tour in Memento Park or can choose to get the visitors' guide at the desk and enjoy the exploration on their own! The visitors' guide is available in English, French, Italian, Spanish and German languages. Please note that the guided tour in Memento Park can be shared with fellow travelers, only the Trabant transfer is private! Travelers can customize the route to and back to Memento Park, can add additional stops en route that fits in the tour length.

from$288

Budapest-Vienna One-Way Sightseeing Transfer (opens in a new tab)

23 10 h

Turn the wasted travel day into the highlight of your trip with stops at the charming town of Szentendre, the majestic Esztergom Basilica, and the Slovakian capital, Bratislava, on your journey from Budapest to Vienna. Join our fun and easy-going road trip from Budapest to Vienna. We will discover the hidden gems of the Hungarian countryside, stopping to visit the picturesque town of Szentendre and the magnificent Esztergom Basilica as well as Bratislava, the capital city of Slovakia. We’ll bring you to places you’d never visit in one day and help you get from Budapest to Vienna in the best possible way. Our knowledgeable local tour guides take a small group, maximum of 15 people, for a fun-filled 10-hour road trip from Budapest to Vienna. You will learn about the history, culture, and most importantly the people of Hungary.

from$307

Citadella and Gellert Hill Segway Tour (opens in a new tab)

35 1 h 30 min

Round up the the most scenic view of the city, and some of Budapest's top spots and hidden gems without breaking a sweat on a Segway tour. After a lesson to get comfortable on your fun personal transporter, roll pass the Elisabeth Bridge, see Historical Gellert Hotel & Spa, beautiful Philosophy Gardens and see everything what Gellert Hill has to offer.  Enjoy your Segway while your guide shares local insights and history. It's a fun way to cover a lot of ground while enjoying fresh air of Danube and the famous Budapest sunshine.

from$47.68

Full-Day Private Tour in Eger with Thermal Bath in Egerszalók (opens in a new tab)

8 7 h

The Valley of Medicinal Waters has a well-earned reputation for its salt hill, created and shaped to this very day by the medicinal waters bubbling up from the depths of the earth. There are only two other locations in the entire world with comparable natural phenomena: Pamukkale in Turkey, and Yellowstone National Park in the US. In other words, as long as you’re in Hungary, it would be a great pity to let this opportunity go by. The 1,200-square-metre salt hill – created by the thermal water rising to the surface from a depth of 410 meters with a temperature of 65‑68 degrees Celsius – can be seen from up close, right next to the path starting from the parking lot of the Nostalgia Baths. As for those who want to bathe, the Saliris Resort Medicinal and Wellness Spa welcomes them with open arms. The spa pools have a direct line of sight onto the salt hill. The water contains 30 different trace minerals, its most important components being calcium, sodium, magnesium and sulfur.

from$299

Holloko UNESCO site, Eger Castle and town tour from Budapest (opens in a new tab)

5 8 h

Travel back in time with your private, English/German speaking driver/guide on a full day tour to Holloko village, UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will be able to immerse yourself in the special atmosphere of the village with houses built in the 17-18 century. It is a Paloc ethnographic village, still keeping old traditions alive with local craftsmanship, the village museum and more. The day is yours to enjoy, so set the pace to explore. You will also be able to visit the Castle of Holloko. On the way back you will be able to stop at the beautiful town of Eger and with your professional guide's interesting stories you will be able to immerce yourself in the rich history this baroque town has to offer. Across the Eger River, the famous medieval Castle overlooks the city. Eger’s Ottoman Minaret offers far-ranging city views. All entrance tickets included in the price plus hotel pick up and drop off.

from$314

Budapest private sightseeing with Nelli & her local guides (opens in a new tab)

104 4 h – 6 h

Discover Budapest like a local — with a local! My private sightseeing tour is all about showing you the city’s highlights and hidden treasures in a fun, relaxed way. I’ll tailor the tour to your interests and pace, share local stories you won’t find in guidebooks, and make sure you get a real feel for life in Budapest. Think of it as exploring the city with a friend who knows all the best spots — from history and culture to architecture and everyday charm.

from$454

Villany wineroad, private tour with winetaste and Pécs visit (opens in a new tab)

1 10 h

Travel Hungary’s first official wine road on this private guided tour from Budapest. The Villan wine route is home to some of Hungary's most famous Hungarian wines and is filled with centuries of history. Visit the nearby Pecs, which is rich in sites of historical and cultural interest, like the chathedral, the old town, Turkish memories, and the Zsolnay Fountain.Be our guest for a wine tasting in one of Villany's or Palkonya!s many famous, prizewinner cellars.The Villany wineroad was the fist officially declared wineroad of Hungary, famous for its excellent red and white wines as well!

from$480

Private Budapest All In One Walking Tour with Strudel Stop (opens in a new tab)

66 3 h 30 min

Experience Budapest from a local’s perspective on this private walking tour of the city’s main sights and off-the-beaten-path locales. With your expert local guide, visit Heroes’ Square, City Park, Vajdahunyad Castle, St Stephen’s Basilica, the Szechenyi Baths and more. Admire Gellért Hill from the banks of the Danube River, explore the cobblestone streets of the Buda Castle District, and enjoy a rest break at a local cafe, where you’ll enjoy coffee and two traditional Hungarian pastries. Your guide will cater the tour to the group’s interests and provide detailed commentary about Hungarian culture and history along the way. In depth insight of Budapest through a local guide! Private walking tours of Budapest offer guests the flexibility of tour themes and sights visited. Our private walking tour is specifically catered to meet each guest’s or group’s desired sightseeing experience.

from$144

6 hours Private City Tour of Budapest With Winetasting and Danube evening cruise (opens in a new tab)

1 6 h

Make the most of your day!!! Take a memorable half day private Budapest tour with a perfect guide and enjoy an afternoon winetasting with snacks. Join our 5 hours informative private city tour and  after the tour take the great opportunity to learn and taste Hungarian wines. Nice atmosphere, good and cured sausages and a tasty selection of cheese with a lovely one hour winetasting guided by a sommelier in a famous traditional restaurant. Visit the top Budapest attractions with us such as St Stephen’s Basilica, Heroes’ Square and Gellért Hill on a private city tour Admire the UNESCO-listed Buda Castle area and stunning views from the Fisherman’s Bastion  Hear about the 1,000-year history of Hungary’s capital from our professional guide After winetasting join us for a one hour incomparable Danube River Evening cruise and enjoy the wonderful night lit river side attractions in Budapest city.

from$295

Full day PRIVATE GUIDED VIENNA tour from Budapest with lunch and drinks (opens in a new tab)

6 10 h – 12 h

Vienna, the Capital of Austria is situated only 240 kilometres from Budapest, at a 2,5 - 3 hours drive on the motorway. On this tour we drive along the famous Ringstrasse (Vienna’s main boulevard) to give you a first impression of the most important sights of Vienna and show you the City Park, the State Opera House, the Museums of Fine Arts and Natural History, the Parliament, the Burgtheatre, the City Hall and the Votive Church. Then we take a short walk to the most beautiful parts of the city centre: Museumquarter, Hofburg (winter residence of the Habsburgs), Kärtner Strasse (shopping street), the Stephan’s Cathedral, etc. After we provide you time for shopping in the elegant pedestrian area or there is an opportunity to visit Schönbrunn Palace or any other museums, or you can explore Prater, the well-known amusement park.On the way home we stop at Hundertwasser House (journey into the land of creative architecture).

from$414

Private Walking Tour in The Jewish District Budapest (opens in a new tab)

16 2 h 30 min

If you're wondering where you can learn about the Jewish diaspora's history, culture, and traditions in Central Europe, Budapest is the best place to look. Thousands of years of Jewish history, with all of its tragic, poetic and comic aspects, are centred in Budapest. We will take a walk through Erzsébetváros, the Jewish district, the most striking and unexpected part of the city, and discover how people live here today. We will talk about the origins of Zionism and the Holocaust, the branches of Judaism and what it is like to be an Orthodox Jew in the modern world. The tour will be led by an Israeli native and a representative of the Jewish diaspora, so this tour will also be fascinating to those already well-versed in the subject. This place is also full of secrets and mysteries, which we will have to find and uncover. We'll peek into the courtyards and courtyard wells and search for Firebirds from Slavic folklore and menorahs covered in whimsical patterns. Come and join us!

from$225

Budapest PRIVATE city tour and FOOD TOUR in Central Market Hall (opens in a new tab)

4 5 h

Take a 5 hours informative private city tour with a perfect guide and taste some Snacks (included) - Hungarian bites with typical local ingredients in the Central Market hall During the citytour and culinary walk, you'll visit 4 unforgettable stops Visit the top Budapest attractions with us such as St Stephen’s Basilica,Heroes’ Square and Gellért Hill on a private city tour Admire the UNESCO-listed Buda Castle area and stunning views from the Fisherman’s Bastion Hear about the 1,000-year history of Budapest and about the famous Hungarian cuisine from our professional guide This 6 hours sightseeing tour makes the perfect introduction for the first time visitor to Budapest. City tour itinerary: City Park – Heroes Square, Zoo, Circus, Széchenyi Bath, Vajdahunyad Castle Andrássy Street St. Stephen’s Basilica , Parliament (outside) Chain bridge Castle area - Matthias Church, Fishermen’s Bastion Citadel-Gellert hill Central Market hall

from$284

Bratislava, one day private trip from Budapest with guide! (opens in a new tab)

4 8 h – 9 h

Bratislava is one of the oldest Celtic towns, the boarder of the Roman empire, the western bulwark of the Hungarian Kingdom, the last marine port of the Danube during the Middle Ages, the town of merchants and craftsmen with rich vineculture tradition, and the Coronation town of Hungarian Kings for more than 200 years. The atmospheric cobble stone Old Town is packed with beautiful houses built between the 14-18th century. The charming old City Hall is one of the oldest in Europe. The Bishop Palace with the mirror rooms is the gem of the city. DUring the day you can taste Slovakian dishes and beer as well. Discover Bratislava with a private guide on a one day trip from Budapest!

from$600

Eger private tour to the home of Bull's Blood wine with taste! (opens in a new tab)

6 8 h – 9 h

Head to Eger, one of the most beautiful baroque city of Hungary, in a breathtaking natural surrounding, on this private guided tour. Explore this picturesque Hungarian town's castle, learn anout its rich history, see thermal baths, and historic buildings, including the northernmost Turkish minaret. You can climbe up and on the once upon a time place of a muezzin, admire Eger's view. Taste one of the most famous red wine of Hungary, Bull's Blood in a multiple prizewinner Hungarian winery, in the "Valley of Beautiful women", in Hungarian Eger's Szépasszony völgy",Enjoy a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.

from$420

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