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- 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
- Balkan Adventure (15 destinations)
- Best of Balkans (Start Budapest)
- Private - Balkan Extended from Budapest to Split
- The Grand Balkan Adventure Budapest to Athens & Cappadocia 3 FLIGHTS INCLUDED - Small Group Tour
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
- NZ$5,227
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 $8,095
15% Off- NZ$6,881You save $1,214
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 $8,095
15% Off- NZ$6,881You save $1,214
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$5,726
Budapest to Paris: Bike Tours & Belgian Waffles
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great fun, good people.”
Alexander, 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
20% Off- NZ$3,327You save $831
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Czech Republic Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo From
20% Off- NZ$3,894
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 $4,960
15% Off- NZ$4,216You save $744
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 18 to 35 year olds Operator Contiki From $4,878
15% Off- NZ$4,146You save $732
Private - Balkan Extended from Budapest to Split
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This was definitely the best tour we have experienced. Thank you, everyone involved.”
BRION, traveled in May
The iconic Chain Bridge and Hungarian Parliament in Budapest mark the start of this 13-day, 1,200km Central European adventure. The route passes Belgrade's historic Kalemegdan Fortress, Ljubljana's Triple Bridge, and Croatia's coastal gems, concluding at Split's 1,700-year-old Diocletian's Palace.
Duration 13 days Destinations Hungary, Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia Age Range 12 to 85 year olds Operator Balkan and more From $12,068
15% Off- NZ$10,258You save $1,810
This 17-day route connects 18 cities across 8 countries from Budapest. Luxury buses transport you through Romania's Transylvania, visiting Timisoara and Sibiu, to Bulgaria's Sofia. The path leads through North Macedonia, Kosovo, and Albania, concluding with flights to Athens, Istanbul, and Cappadocia.
Duration 17 days Destinations Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Greece, Turkey Age Range 18 to 84 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Ajdinis From
15% Off- NZ$7,666
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)
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.
- Private - Balkan Extended from Budapest to Split
We had an EXCELLENT tour! Marko, our guide, was fantastic. His English was very good - fortunately - and we greatly appreciated the additional background he provided from his study of the area's history.
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."