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- Budapest to Venice (12 destinations)
- 10 Days from Budapest to Dubrovnik - A Heritage Adventure - Small Group Tour
- Highlights of Eastern Europe (Classic, End Vienna)
- Highlights of Eastern Europe (Classic, End Budapest)
- Budapest to Athens Eastern European Explorations - Small Group Tour
- Budapest to Paris: Bike Tours & Belgian Waffles
- Hungary, Poland and Scandinavia End Prague
- Highlights of Eastern Europe
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- Balkan Adventure (15 destinations)
A 19-day Eastern European adventure starts in Budapest's Buda district and ends at Venice's canals. The route connects 12 cities across 7 countries by train and public bus, featuring Serbia's Belgrade, Bosnia's Sarajevo, and Croatia's Dubrovnik before reaching Italy.
Duration 19 days Destinations Hungary, Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Croatia, Slovenia, Italy Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,875
25% Off- NZ$4,406You save $1,469
10 Days from Budapest to Dubrovnik - A Heritage Adventure - Small Group Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The accommodations were comfortable and fit the standards of the places we visited. It was nice to see that the operator worked with local partners which made the experience smoother and more special for us.”
Robert, traveled in October
This 10-day adventure from Budapest visits 14 cities across 8 countries. The luxury bus route through Romania's Transylvania includes stops at Corvin Castle and Bran Castle, then continues to Bulgaria's Sofia and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, ending at Kotor Bay and Dubrovnik's historic walls.
Duration 10 days Destinations Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia Age Range 18 to 84 year olds Operator Ajdinis From
25% Off- NZ$5,264
Highlights of Eastern Europe (Classic, End Vienna)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hotel in Budapest is just beautiful and I had a spa treatment to start the trip. The salt mines were a personal favourite of mine.”
ValerieFurphy, traveled in December
A grand tour from Budapest's Liszt Academy to Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace covers 1,200km of Eastern Europe. The luxury coach with extended legroom takes guests through Slovakia's Low Tatra Mountains, Poland's historic cities, and Germany's capital before reaching Austria's imperial heritage.
Duration 14 days Destinations Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Insight Vacations From $8,450
15% Off- NZ$7,183You save $1,268
Highlights of Eastern Europe (Classic, End Budapest)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Top! Perfect in all aspects.”
Carlos, traveled in April
A circular route from Budapest winds through Eastern Europe's capitals. The path leads from Hungary through Slovakia's Low Tatra Mountains to Poland, Germany, Czech Republic, and Austria. Ten cities across 5 countries showcase highlights like Dresden's Frauenkirche and Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace.
Duration 14 days Destinations Hungary, Poland, Slovakia, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Insight Vacations From $8,450
15% Off- NZ$7,183You save $1,268
Budapest to Athens Eastern European Explorations - Small Group Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour was well organized and each city had something special. Highly recommend it.”
Ethan, traveled in September
A 2,500km Eastern European odyssey connects Budapest to 16 cities across 7 countries. Luxury buses and minivans transport visitors to landmarks like Romania's Bran Castle and the UNESCO-listed Meteora monasteries, culminating at Athens' Acropolis and Parthenon.
Duration 13 days Destinations Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Greece Age Range 18 to 84 year olds Operator Ajdinis From
15% Off- NZ$5,767
Budapest to Paris: Bike Tours & Belgian Waffles
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This has been one of the best experiences of my life to date, it helped me find myself again.”
Luke, traveled in August
A 12-day rail and bus tour from Budapest leads through 7 European capitals. The route winds from Budapest's historic center to Kraków, Prague, Berlin, Amsterdam, and Bruges, concluding in Paris. Highlights include canal cycling in Amsterdam and medieval streets of Bruges.
Duration 12 days Destinations Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operator G Adventures From $4,159
30% Off- NZ$2,911You save $1,248
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Czech Republic Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo From
30% Off- NZ$3,921
Highlights of Eastern Europe
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“without doubt the best guide I've had for all the tours I have enjoyed.”
Jonathan, traveled in August
The Castle District in Budapest launches this multi-capital adventure by rail and road. The route takes in Bratislava's Medieval Old Town, Vienna's Hofburg Palace, and Prague's UNESCO-listed historic center, spanning approximately 525 kilometers across four countries.
Duration 14 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic Age Range 16 to 85 year olds Operator Explore! From $5,710
6% Off- NZ$5,380You save $330
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Poland Age Range up to 39 year olds Operator Topdeck From $4,819
10% Off- NZ$4,337You save $482
This 15-day, 1,200km route from Budapest showcases Chain Bridge and Danube views before heading through 5 countries. The path leads through Croatia's Kopački Rit Nature Park, Serbia's Belgrade, and Montenegro's Durmitor National Park, finishing at Dubrovnik's UNESCO-listed walls.
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia, Montenegro Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,205
25% Off- NZ$3,904You save $1,301
What people love about Europe Tours from Budapest
- 10 Days from Budapest to Dubrovnik - A Heritage Adventure - Small Group Tour
Absolutely amazing tour. Everything was well organized and the destinations were stunning. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable and the balance of guided tours and free time was perfect. Highly recommend this trip to anyone wanting a mix of history culture and beautiful scenery.
- Highlights of Eastern Europe (Classic, End Vienna)
This trip was such a delight from start to finish. The hotel in Budapest is just beautiful and I had a spa treatment to start the trip. The salt mines were a personal favourite of mine. Our Travel Director Carl was very informative and was always on hand to give additional information. I HIGHLY recommend this trip. Truly magical!
I did a tour with Gema in the Philippines last year (2023) and as soon as I found out she was the tour guide for the Europe by rail tours too, I booked on it straight away. She is the most caring/kind, hilarious and knowledgeable tour guide I’ve ever had and I’m so happy I get to call her my friend. Every element of the tour was made better by her and I would recommend any tours that she is the leader on to anyone and everyone! Thanks Gem, you where perfecto as always :)
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What our customers ask about Europe Tours from Budapest
What are the common first destinations after departing Budapest?
Travelers leaving Budapest typically head to Timisoara Arad or Vienna depending on their tour route. The southeastern path through Romania leads to Timisoara located 320km from Budapest. The northwestern route connects to Vienna. As one TourRadar traveler notes: "The transition from Budapest to the next destinations was smooth and well-organized especially enjoying the Danube cruise before departing the city."
What are the best things to explore on the first day in Budapest?
Most tours begin with visits to the essential landmarks including the Castle District Chain Bridge Heroes' Square and Parliament Building. Day one usually covers the Basilica of Saint Stephen and Fisherman's Bastion. The day often ends with a Danube River cruise. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The Evening Danube Cruise was magical offering stunning views of the illuminated Parliament building while enjoying a welcome glass of wine."
How many countries can I typically visit on a tour starting from Budapest?
Tours from Budapest generally include 4-8 countries in their itineraries. The most comprehensive routes cover Hungary Romania Bulgaria Macedonia Albania Montenegro Bosnia-Herzegovina and Serbia. According to a TourRadar traveler: "Visiting multiple countries from Budapest gave us a great overview of Eastern Europe's diversity."
Which hotels in Budapest are commonly used as starting points for these tours?
Tour accommodations center around 4-star properties in Budapest's central districts. Common options include the Leonardo Boutique Hotel Budapest M-Square Courtyard by Marriott City Center and Novotel Centrum. The Continental Budapest and Three Corners Lifestyle Hotel serve as regular starting points. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The hotels were excellent and centrally located making it easy to explore before the tour started."
What are the most recommended activities to do in Budapest before the tour begins?
Key pre-tour experiences include a visit to Szechenyi Thermal Baths (entry from 9400 HUF) an evening boat ride on the Danube (approximately 25 EUR) time in the Castle District and browsing the Great Market Hall. As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "Don't miss the evening river cruise before the tour - it's the perfect way to see the illuminated Parliament building and bridges."
What's the best time of year to start a tour from Budapest?
Tour statistics show peak travel seasons run from May through September with July and August drawing the largest crowds. Spring months of April-May and fall period of September-October provide moderate temperatures and smaller crowds. A TourRadar traveler shares: "We went in September and found it perfect - not too hot and still plenty of daylight for sightseeing."
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