DAY 1

Arrival in Budapest

• Arrive in Budapest, the capital city of Hungary.
• Check into your accommodations and take some time to rest after your journey.
• In the afternoon, take a leisurely stroll along the Danube River and admire the iconic Chain Bridge and Buda Castle.
• Explore the historic Castle District, including Matthias Church and Fisherman’s Bastion, for panoramic views of the city.
• Enjoy dinner at a traditional Hungarian restaurant, sampling dishes such as goulash and lángos.

DAY 2

Budapest Exploration

● Start your day with a visit to the Hungarian Parliament Building, an iconic landmark along the Danube River.
● Take a guided tour of the Great Market Hall and sample local Hungarian delicacies.
● Visit St. Stephen’s Basilica and climb to the top for panoramic views of the city.
● Relax in one of Budapest’s famous thermal baths, such as Széchenyi or Gellért.
● In the evening, take a sunset cruise along the Danube to see Budapest illuminated.

DAY 3

Day Trip to Szentendre and Visegrád

• Take a day trip to the charming town of Szentendre, known for its colorful houses, art galleries, and museums.
• Explore the Open-Air Ethnographic Museum to learn about Hungarian folk culture and traditions.
• Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, sampling Hungarian specialties such as lángos or chimney cake.
• Continue to Visegrád, a historic town with a medieval castle overlooking the Danube Bend.
• Visit Visegrád Castle for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
• Return to Budapest in the evening.

DAY 4

Eger

● Travel to Eger, a picturesque town in northern Hungary known for its historic architecture and thermal baths.
● Visit Eger Castle and the Castle Museum to learn about the town’s rich history and the famous Siege of Eger.
● Explore the charming streets of the Old Town, including Dobó Square and the Minaret.
● Visit the Eger Cathedral and take a stroll through the Archbishop’s Garden.
● Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, sampling Eger’s famous Bull’s Blood wine.
● Overnight in Eger.

DAY 5

Lake Balaton

● Take a day trip to Lake Balaton, the largest lake in Central Europe and a popular holiday destination.
● Visit the town of Tihany and explore Tihany Abbey and the Lavender Fields (seasonal).
● Take a leisurely walk along the shores of Lake Balaton and enjoy the scenic views.
● Visit the town of Balatonfüred and relax at one of the lakeside cafes.
● Return to Budapest in the evening.

DAY 6

Pécs

● Travel to Pécs, a city in southern Hungary known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
● Visit the Pécs Cathedral and explore the nearby Early Christian Necropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
● Explore the historic center of Pécs, including Szent István Square and the Mosque of Pasha Qasim.
● Visit the Zsolnay Cultural Quarter to learn about the history of Pécs’ famous Zsolnay ceramics.
● Enjoy dinner at a traditional Hungarian restaurant in Pécs.
● Overnight in Pécs.

DAY 7

Departure

● Depending on your departure time, you may have some free time for last-minute souvenir shopping or additional sightseeing.
● Depart from Budapest, proceed to the airport to catch your flight towards your next journey.