Hungary Tours
- Kalocsa
- Lake Balaton
- Buda Castle
Sandwiched between Eastern and Western Europe, Hungary has been ruled by Romans, Austrian Hapsburgs, and Ottoman Turks-to name but a few-and each has left their mark. Straddling the Danube, the twin city of Budapest dates from Buda's earliest days as a Roman outpost, and rivals Vienna as the most elegant city on the Danube. Wide avenues and cathedrals are watched over by imposing Buda Castle, besieged no less than 31 times in its 750-year history. Hungary's spas will pamper you, its wine beguile you, and its architecture stun you so much you'd swear you were in more affluent Western Europe. But the traditional countryside-and the prices-will pinch you out of that dream.
Baltics to Budapest (EABB)
Highlights: Exploring little-known cities, hiking unspoiled countryside, sampling regional wines, discovering the diverse customs of Central and Eastern Europe.
Get away from the tourist throngs of Western Europe and experience quaint medieval towns and majestic mountain scenery as you journey from Riga to Budapest through the best of unexplored Europe. Discover castles in the Ukraine, sample full-bodied wines in the historic Eger region and connect on a deeper level with the tragic lessons of history at Auschwitz. Hidden for years behind the Iron Curtain, this region is loaded with communist relics and adventure. With a knowledgeable CEO leading the way, enjoy an intriguing combination of Europe’s old and new.
The Best of Eastern Europe (EABE)
Highlights: Wandering beautiful medieval cities, hiking in the Carpathian mountains, exploring world-class museums, savouring the cafe culture.
From fairy-tale Czech towns to the ‘Pearl of the Danube’, Budapest, experience the unique culture, food and history of Eastern Europe. This two-week trip through five Eastern European countries offers an intriguing combination of urban centres, village life and outdoor pursuits. Visit castles, churches and romantic town squares. Indulge in Vienna’s coffee and Prague’s beer, explore a Tatra mountain village and float down river on a traditional raft.
Budapest to Istanbul (EABI)
Highlights: Visit 'Dracula's Castle', medieval fortresses and charming Slavic villages, discover the rich and varied culture and countryside of Eastern Europe.
From pastoral countryside to forbidding forests and magnificent mountain ranges, experience the romance of the east on your way from Budapest to Istanbul. In two well-packed weeks, explore the weathered architecture of Budapest and grand Ottoman palaces and mosques in Istanbul for an introduction to the artistic and cultural heights of two very different empires. With an intriguing combination of cultural colour and outdoor activities, you'll come away with a real feel for this lesser-explored corner of Europe.
| Trip | Length | Style | Service Level | Starting Price |
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| Baltics to Budapest (EABB) | 15 days | Classic | Standard |
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$2549
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$2040
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| The Best of Eastern Europe (EABE) | 15 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$2499
USD
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$2000
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| Budapest to Istanbul (EABI) | 14 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1999
USD
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$1600
USD
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