Overview
This short break is a fine
introduction to the delights of Hungary, a rising
star in European tourism. Grand Budapest is one of
Europe’s finest cities and has attracted visitors
for centuries to see its spectacular architecture,
such as the marvellous Hungarian Parliament building
and various UNESCO World Heritage sites. It also
boasts a wonderful array of fine culture, arts,
galleries and museums, and, naturally, a host of
excellent restaurants and stylish shops.
Balatonfüred is a popular resort on the shores of
beautiful Lake Balaton, and the final destination is
the glorious city of Győr, which is a fine example
of the local style of Baroque architecture. Combined
with the fine cuisine and perhaps a glass of local
wine in the evenings, this tour is an ideal chance
to see some of Hungary’s finest attractions.
Itinerary
Touring: Budapest -
Balatonlake - Balatonfüred - Pannonhalma - Győr
Day 1: Budapest
Arrival in
glorious Budapest with check in at your hotel,
followed by a lovely Csárda dinner with an
entertaining folklore show and gypsy music to afford
you plenty of proper Hungarian spirit for your
holiday. (D,O)
Day 2: Budapest
After
breakfast, we enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of
Budapest, taking in Andrássy Avenue and Castle Hill,
both UNESCO World Heritage sites, as well as the
panoramic views from both banks of the Danube. In
the evening, we luxuriate with a scenic Danube
cruise with dinner. (B,D,O)
Day 3: Budapest – Balaton lake -
Budapest
Today our tour takes us to the shores
of lovely Lake Balaton, with a pleasant lunch and
wine tasting in the picturesque popular resort of
Balatonfüred, then to Tihany to see the 12th century
abbey followed by a scenic one-hour boat cruise on
the ‘Hungarian Sea’. (B,L,D,O) .
Day 4: Budapest – Pannonhalma -
Győr - Budapest
The little town of Pannonhalma,
our first destination today, is dominated by its
most famous landmark, the thousand-year-old
Pannonhalma Archabbey above the village on Szent
Marton Hill. We then enjoy lunch and sightseeing in
lovely Győr, the ‘city of rivers’. (B,L,D,O)
Day 5: Budapest
Check out
and departure. (B)
B=Breakfast; L=Lunch, D=Dinner;
O=Overnight;