Day tripsFamily-friendly
Danube Bend Day Trip: Szentendre, Visegrád, Esztergom
In one day: the artists' town of Szentendre, the view from Visegrád Citadel and Esztergom Basilica.
from about €100; more with lunch
Lake Balaton & Tihany Day Trip from Budapest
Tihany Abbey, lavender, lake views and a boat ride — an organised coach day trip from Budapest.
- Meeting point
- Central Budapest (exact meeting point in your booking)
- Duration
- 9–10 hours
- Price
- from about €115
- Season
- Mainly April to October; lavender blooms in June–July.
Tihany is one of the prettiest spots around the lake: from the abbey on top of the peninsula you can see most of Balaton. Most tours include a boat trip and free time.
It's the easiest way to see Lake Balaton in a single day without a car.
Tips
- •Book early in lavender season.
- •Bring sunscreen and a hat in summer.
- •Pack swimwear if the tour includes beach time.
FAQ
How far is Lake Balaton from Budapest?
Tihany is about 130 km away, roughly 2 hours by coach.
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Danube River Cruise in Budapest
Parliament, Buda Castle and the Chain Bridge in one hour, seen from the water. A quick loop by day, a lit-up panorama by night.
from about €14 (daytime cruise); dinner cruises cost more
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