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- Highlights of Eastern Europe (Classic, End Vienna)
- Budapest to Athens Eastern European Explorations - Small Group Tour
- Best of Balkans (Start Budapest)
- 9 Days from Budapest to Dubrovnik - A Heritage Adventure - Small Group Tour
- 14 days Balkans Tour from Budapest with Transylvania
- Hungary, Poland and Scandinavia End Prague
- 14 days Complete Tour of Balkans from Budapest through Transylvania
- Budapest to Venice
- IT - Europe, Balkan, Italy tour - Flight included From Budapest to Rome & Amalfi
- Budapest to Rome
Highlights of Eastern Europe (Classic, End Vienna)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had so many tours and wonderful dinners with our. We seen so many great sites and have lifetime memories.”
gl, traveled in July
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 All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From $8,130
9% Off- NZ$7,380You save $750
Budapest to Athens Eastern European Explorations - Small Group Tour
2 Reviews 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 12 days Destinations Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Greece Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Ajdinis From $8,158
27% Off- NZ$5,956You save $2,203
Best of Balkans (Start Budapest)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“We got to see and experience a lot in a short amount of time we had there. Overall, a good tour of the Balkans.”
Boone, traveled in June
This 15-day Balkan circuit loops from Budapest through 6 countries. The comfortable coach route connects Hungary's capital with Slovenia's Lake Bled, Croatia's Dalmatian Coast, Montenegro's Budva, Bosnia's Sarajevo, and Serbia's Belgrade.
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Contiki From
27% Off- NZ$4,025
9 Days from Budapest to Dubrovnik - A Heritage Adventure - Small Group Tour
3 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 9 days Destinations Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Ajdinis From $7,449
27% Off- NZ$5,438You save $2,011
This 2730km circuit from Budapest visits 8 countries, featuring Timisoara's architecture and Transylvania's Gothic Corvin Castle. The route winds through Romania's medieval towns, crosses the Danube into Bulgaria, returning to Budapest's Andrássy Avenue and Heroes' Square.
Duration 14 days Destinations Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Guided Europe Tours SRL From
27% Off- NZ$2,867
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Czech Republic Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From $4,162
15% Off- NZ$3,538You save $624
The 14-day route from Budapest's Andrássy Avenue spans 2,840km across 8 Balkan countries. Daily drives range 4-6 hours between destinations, including a 400km stretch from Sarajevo to Belgrade. The tour returns to Budapest's UNESCO-listed Castle District and Heroes' Square.
Duration 14 days Destinations Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Trip2ro From
15% Off- NZ$2,867
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 Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,525
20% Off- NZ$4,420You save $1,105
Starting in Budapest, traverse 265km to Arad, Romania, then 58km to Timisoara. Journey through Transylvania's highlights, including Corvin Castle and Bran Castle, before reaching Sofia (244km from Bucharest). Cross multiple Balkan borders before flying from Tirana to Rome, concluding in Amalfi.
Duration 10 days Destinations Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Italy Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Ajdinis From $7,765
27% Off- NZ$5,668You save $2,096
This 26-day odyssey connects Budapest to Rome across 7 countries and 16 cities. Trains and buses traverse the Balkans through Belgrade and Zagreb, continuing to Ljubljana before reaching Venice, featuring UNESCO sites like Plitvice Lakes and Dubrovnik's Old Town.
Duration 26 days Destinations Hungary, Serbia, Bosnia, Montenegro, Croatia, Italy, Slovenia Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $8,425
20% Off- NZ$6,740You save $1,685
What people love about Europe Tours from Budapest
- 9 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)
Our tour director was Brian Ridley-He was amazing-such a wealth of knowledge,very friendly,flexible and accomodative.Made the tour even more pleasant because of that. We did the tour in September Started 16th September 2017 and finished on the 30th.Budapest to Vienna. Started off with a celebration dinner at the popular Gundel restaurant in Budapest,which was excellent.
- Budapest to Athens Eastern European Explorations - Small Group Tour
We went on this tour in July. Our group was mixed-age, and the tour was really appropriate for all ages because It had a great itinerary and a great pace - we visited a lot of places starting from Romania to the Balkans and Greece. We were truly satisfied with the guides and the whole organization of the 13 days. Thank you Ajdinis Team.
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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