City break to Budapest

Enjoy a day at Lake Balaton with a English-speaking tour guide. This full-day excursion takes you to various places. For example to Székesfehérvár (Stuhlweissenburg). Székesfehérvár is also called the city of kings, as it was the coronation city of the Hungarian kings in the Middle Ages, along with Buda. During your tour you will pass numerous historical buildings. Afterwards you will drive to the northern shore of Lake Balaton, to one of the oldest and most famous health and recreation resorts, Balatonfüred. During a walk along the promenade, you will pass the sailing harbour and can enjoy some free time. After lunch, you will drive to the picturesquely situated peninsula of Tihany. From the hill you can enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Balaton. You will visit the two-towered Benedictine Abbey, whose upper church is decorated with remarkable frescoes and wood carvings. In your free time you have the opportunity to swim at Tihany beach before taking the ferry across the lake.

Enjoy a day at Lake Balaton as a couple! This full-day excursion takes you to various places. For example to Székesfehérvár (Stuhlweissenburg). Székesfehérvár is also called the city of kings, as it was the coronation city of the Hungarian kings in the Middle Ages, along with Buda. Walk through the town and pass numerous historical buildings. Then drive to the northern shore of Lake Balaton, to one of the oldest and most famous spa and resort towns, Balatonfüred. Here you can take a walk along the promenade to the sailing harbour and have lunch. Afterwards you drive to the picturesquely situated peninsula of Tihany.

On the peninsula, you can explore the two-towered Benedictine abbey, whose upper church is decorated with remarkable frescoes and wood carvings, and enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Balaton from the hill. Or go for a swim at Tihany beach before taking a ferry across the lake to your vehicle.

Enjoy a day at Lake Balaton! This full-day excursion takes you to various places. For example to Székesfehérvár (Stuhlweissenburg). Székesfehérvár is also called the city of kings, as it was the coronation city of the Hungarian kings in the Middle Ages, along with Buda. Walk through the town and pass numerous historical buildings. Then drive to the northern shore of Lake Balaton, to one of the oldest and most famous spa and resort towns, Balatonfüred. Here you can take a walk along the promenade to the sailing harbour and have lunch. Afterwards you drive to the picturesquely situated peninsula of Tihany.

On the peninsula, you can explore the two-towered Benedictine abbey, whose upper church is decorated with remarkable frescoes and wood carvings, and enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Balaton from the hill. Or go for a swim at Tihany beach before taking a ferry across the lake to your vehicle.

Welcome to Budapest’s foodie hub! The Central Market Hall is modelled on a basilica and it’s one of the city’s main landmarks. With 180 stalls, plus shops and two supermarkets on three floors, the sheer range of products available is breathtaking. It’s no wonder that our head chef shops here. Why not join him and let him show you the best places to sample tasty treats.

Explore the colourful and lively 'Queen of the Danube' in an active way by bike. You will cycle along the magnificent boulevards and through quaint streets, while exploring Budapest’s highlights. You will pass the richly decorated and colossal Parliament, the Chain Bridge with its ancient triumphal arches, the Fisherman's Bastion and the magnificent Buda Castle along the way. Be sure to take your camera with you!

At night, the "Queen of the Danube" shows her sparkling side. Already a feast for the eyes during the day, its sights, illuminated in the dark, are hard to beat in terms of beauty. Enjoy the trip along the Danube to Batthyány Square. When you stop opposite the Parliament building, the Danube and the Pest district lie as a glittering carpet at your feet.

While you are sitting relaxed on your coach, the highlights of Budapest will pass by: the Millennium Monument on the spacious Heroes' Square, the magnificent opera, the former stock exchange and the imposing parliament building. Here you start a short walking tour, as this venerable building wants to be admired more closely. The tour continues to St. Stephen's Basilica, the largest church in the Hungarian capital, which is an UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Danube panorama. There is much to discover in this lively city!

On board the A-ROSA BELLA and A-ROSA RIVA, this excursion takes place on day 4. On board the A-ROSA DONNA and A-ROSA MIA, the excursion takes place on day 5.

Budapest in golden-hued morning sun - unforgettable! And during a bicycle ride especially refreshing. You will cycle past the Academy of Sciences, the imposing Parliament – incidentally the largest building in Hungary - and the magnificent Ethnographic Museum to Margarete Island. The island is the green lung of the city and, at the same time, a leisure oasis with thermal springs, spa and sports baths, playgrounds, magnificent gardens, promenades and even a medieval monastery ruin.

Get straight off the ship and explore the city at your own pace on an e-bike! With electric assistance, you can easily reach the most beautiful sights. Enjoy the freedom to decide where to stop and what to discover—at your own pace. A relaxed excursion full of impressions and exercise!

Get straight off the ship and explore the city at your own pace on an e-bike! With electric assistance, you can easily reach the most beautiful sights. Enjoy the freedom to decide where to stop and what to discover—at your own pace. A relaxed excursion full of impressions and exercise!

Join us on an exclusive tour of Budapest's culinary highlights. Not far from our berth is one of Budapest's most distinctive buildings. With approximately 10,000 square metres, the Budapest Market Hall is one of the largest in Europe and should not be missed during a visit to Budapest. In addition to the market hall, a trip to one of the strudel houses is also one of Hungary's culinary highlights. Take the tram along the banks of the Danube to a strudel house. There you can try the typical strudel with meat and sauerkraut. Finally, walk to Café Gerbaud, where all the sweet treats await you, before walking back to the ship.

To Margaret Island, a little shopping afterwards and ending at Castle Hill? Or would you prefer to leisurely stroll along the Váci Utca and then enjoy a coffee at Café New York? You can plan your perfect day in Budapest on your own. It's up to you. With your personal guide and driver, you can explore Budapest individually.

Your driver will take you and your partner or travel companion to various places of interest such as Castle Hill, Gellert Baths and Spa or Heroes’ Square. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish.

Travel in comfort and visit all the parts of Budapest that you really want to see. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish.

Take a deep breath, relax and enjoy the peace - that's what the people of Budapest love their Margaret Island for. After a short bus ride, you change to the little tram. On a relaxed 30-minute round trip, you will discover the beauties of this island, for example the centuries-old trees, the floral parks, the Zentenarium monument commemorating the unification of Buda, Pest and Obuda, or the Margitsziget fountain with its musical background. Also beautiful: the ruins of the former Dominican monastery and the restored Szent Mihaly Chapel from the 12th century. After this tour, take a walk and enjoy the Japanese garden. Afterwards, the bus will take you to St Stephen's Basilica. With its 96-metre-high dome, it is the largest church in the city. And the organ! The 6,000 bells and whistles produce goosebump sounds. With a bit of luck, you will meet the organist at rehearsal.

Experience the charm and splendour of bygone eras on an unforgettable excursion to the majestic Gödöllö Castle. Enter the majestic halls of Gödöllö Castle and discover the history of the Habsburg monarchy on a castle tour. The castle served as a summer residence for Empress Elisabeth of Austria and King Franz Joseph I, and you'll have the opportunity to follow in their royal footsteps. Admire the opulent interiors of the royal chambers, the ornately designed furniture and historical details. Afterwards, spend your free time in the castle's extensive gardens and enjoy the oasis of peace and beauty.

It's not just the destination that's the reward here, but the journey too. Especially over such an impressive metropolis as Budapest! After a short drive to the airport, you will board your helicopter and enjoy the 'Queen of the Danube' for 20 minutes from a bird's eye view.

There is always something to discover in Budapest. Experience the highlights of Budapest with the flexible and agile Segways. After a short walk and a briefing, you'll be off in no time. Along the banks of the Danube you will pass Budapest's bridges, such as the Elisabeth Bridge or Chain Bridge, the Fishermen's Bastion and the Mathias Church. Of course, a detour to the impressive Parliament is not to be missed!

What would Hungary be without the Puszta? Immerse yourself in the almost untouched hinterland and visit the Apajpuszta with its unique grasslands. Experience the flair of this area, which is part of the Kiskunzang National Park, from a horse-drawn carriage on a short tour. After a horse show by the Csikos, which is well worth seeing, taste typical Hungarian snacks.

Experience the world of strudels in Budapest's unique Strudel House. After a short walk you will reach the historic building from 1812, which has been home to the Studelhaus since 2007. Once there, you will learn all about strudel making and the different fillings. You will be shown the unique way the dough is made and how versatile a strudel can be. Of course, you are also allowed to taste it - and not just once. Enjoy both savoury and sweet strudel.

Let us take you up to the 'Burgberg' (castle hill) in the morning. Here you can look around individually and enjoy the breathtaking view over the city. From here you have the best view of Budapest's panorama with the Parliament and the beautiful banks along the Danube.

Bathing fun for the whole family! A slow-flowing river, an adventure pool, a diving pool and even 21 slides with a total length of 1.5 kilometres await you here, along with many other attractions. And for parents there is relaxation and recreation bathing world. So just take a dip! It only takes about 45 minutes drive to get into the cool water.

Get out of the city hustle and bustle and into the Hungarian low mountain range called Transdanubia. Escape the big city with your family, head to the Buda Mountains for the famous children's railway and get a taste of mountain air on short hikes. The children's railway is a narrow-gauge railway operated by children. For example, the conductors are children who accompany you through the beautiful mountain landscape. After a short ride, you get off and start your hike to a lookout tower from where you have a fantastic panoramic view. After a picnic break, you walk on to the next station of the children's railway. Back at the original railway station, the coach will take you back to the ship.

Up close, but comfortably leaned back, discover one of the most beautiful cities in Europe on this private Tuk Tuk tour. Whether Chain Bridge, Parliament or Margaret Island - there is so much to discover in the Hungarian capital Budapest. Let yourself be enchanted by this beautiful city with its thermal springs and art nouveau buildings and in the middle of it all the blue Danube.