Morning: After a refreshing breakfast, take a tour through one of the greatest cities in Europe and visit its most prominent landmarks. Budapest is an architectural treasure trove. You will see Castle Garden and The Great Market Hall, visit the stunning Basilica, stroll down the lush Andrassy Avenue and then, over the beautiful Chain Bridge.
You will also have the opportunity to explore the splendid Royal Palace –
“The former Royal Palace has been razed and rebuilt at least half a dozen times over the past seven centuries. Béla IV established a royal residence here in the mid-13th century, and subsequent kings added to the complex. The palace was levelled in the battle to drive out the Turks in 1686; the Habsburgs rebuilt it but spent very little time here. The Royal Palace now contains the Hungarian National Gallery, the Castle Museum, and the National Széchenyi Library.”
Afternoon: After lunch, embark on a cruise on the Danube River and take in the staggering views of the city. You will sail past Margaret Island, Watertown, the universities of Buda and Pest, the National Theater, Castle Hill and all of the astonishing bridges of Budapest.
Evening: Enjoy dinner in one of the local restaurants and head back to the hotel for a rest before another great day in the morning!