From Budapest: Full-Day Danube Bend Tour with Lunch

Slovakia



Learn about Hungarian history on a guided tour along the Danube Bend. Explore the towns of Esztergom, Visegrád, and Szentendre, enjoy a short visit to Slovakia, and return to Budapest by bus or boat.

Highlights

  • Cross the Maria Valeria Bridge for a brief visit to Slovakia
  • See Hungary’s largest Catholic church in Esztergom
  • Admire views of the Danube Bend from Visegrád Hill
  • Explore the artist village of Szentendre with a tour guide
  • Return from Szentendre to Budapest by boat during summer

Description

This tour explores Hungary’s Danube Bend region, including a brief photo stop in Slovakia. Travel by air-conditioned bus to Esztergom, home to Hungary’s largest Catholic church. Enjoy panoramic river valley views and a 3-course Hungarian lunch in Visegrád.

Continue to Szentendre, known for its cobblestone streets and artistic heritage, where a guide will lead you through the town center. Return to Budapest by boat on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from May 1 to September 27, or by bus on Wednesdays from April 1 to May 20 and September 11 to October 31. In case of extreme Danube water levels, the return journey will be by bus.

Includes

  • Live guided tour
  • Transportation by air-conditioned bus
  • 3-course Hungarian lunch
  • Return to Budapest by boat Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (May 1–September 27)
  • Return to Budapest by bus Wednesdays (April 1–May 20 and September 11–October 31)
  • Hotel pickup (if option selected)

Excludes

  • Hotel drop-off
  • Extra drinks

Important Information

  • The boat return to Budapest operates only from May 1 to September 27
  • Arrive at the meeting point (Eurama office) 30 minutes before departure
  • The tour may be conducted by a bilingual guide

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour visits Esztergom, Visegrád, Szentendre in Hungary, and includes a short stop in Slovakia via the Maria Valeria Bridge.
Yes, the tour includes a short visit to Slovakia by crossing the Maria Valeria Bridge from Esztergom.
Yes, the tour includes lunch as part of the full-day experience.
During summer months, return from Szentendre to Budapest by boat along the Danube River.
Esztergom features the largest Catholic church in Hungary, which is a key stop on the tour.
You can enjoy panoramic views from Visegrád Hill, one of the stops on the tour.
Yes, as the tour crosses into Slovakia briefly, a valid passport or ID is required.
A local guide leads the exploration of the artist village of Szentendre.
Check the official tour website for current hours and availability to plan your visit accordingly.
Yes, the tour focuses on historical sites and cultural experiences along the Danube Bend in Hungary and Slovakia.

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