Szentendre, Visegrád and Esztergom Private Danube Bend Tour

Highlights

• Flexible private tour of Danube Bend, one of Hungary's most beautiful regions
• Vist charming Szentendre, breathtaking Visegrád Castle and the Esztegom Basilica
• Also discover the charming, historical villages on the other side of the Danube
• Comfortable, air conditioned vehicle with unlimited refreshments provided

Description

Discover the beautiful Danube Bend on a day trip from Budapest! Visit the charming villages of Szentendre, Visegrád, and Esztergom, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Danube River.

Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Budapest. After passing by the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Acquincum, continue to the charming town of Szentendre, a beatifully picturesque, artsy gem with a true Mediterranean touch. Explore the town's narrow streets and colorful houses, including the popular "Umbrella Street". Visit the local shops and galleries, including the famous Szamos Marcipan Manifacture and Museum, where sweet dreams come to life! Here, you'll have a chance to shop from a stunning array of exquisite marzipan creations, while exploring the fascinating museum and marvel at unique exhibits like the jaw-dropping 78-kilogram life-sized marzipan woman.

Next, head to Visegrád, a small town with a rich history. Visit the town's medieval castle and enjoy panoramic views of the Danube River (the famous Danube Bend panorama). (Please note that between December 1 - December 23, and January 13 - February 28, the castle is only open on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. Between December 26 - January 12, the castle is open every day.)

Towering over Esztergom, Hungary, the Esztergom Basilica is a sight to behold. As the largest church in the country, it boasts a grand neoclassical design, a massive dome (one of the biggest in the world) visible for kilometers, and a rich history. Built on the site of earlier churches dating back to King Stephen I, it's the seat of the Catholic Church in Hungary and offers stunning views and a deep connection to Hungarian history.

If you are into paintings and art, we can also visit the Esztergom Christian Museum, Hungary's most prestigious church collection, which offers an unparalleled journey through centuries of European and Hungarian art, featuring world famous late medieval masterpieces like Thomas de Coloswar’s Calvary Altar, the Garamszentbenedek Lord's Coffin, and the Passion paintings by “Master MS,” alongside other magnificent works.

From Esztergom, we will cross the border to Slovakia (there's no border control, but have some kind of ID on you just in case), take great photos of the Basilica with the Danube from the other side, and return to Budapest through Nagymaros/Verőce/Vác. In Nagymaros, you can have a stunning view of the Visegrád Castle and the Danube Bend - a scenic spot very few tour operators do.

In Verőce, we will stop for short while to admire an interesting riverside system of retaining walls, first started based on the plans of famous Hungarian architect Miklós Ybl. It's a unique sight in the Hungarian part of the Danube, and again something very few tour operators do, despite its obvious charm.

Finally, in Vác you can admire a real arch of triumph built for Austro-Hungarian emress Maria Theresa herself, as well as the imposing local basilica, before returning to Budapest.