From Budapest: Lake Balaton & Tihany Day Trip with Esztergom

Discover Lake Balaton, the “Hungarian Sea,” on a full-day guided tour. Visit Esztergom, enjoy a Slovakia photo stop, explore Tihany, and relax by the lakeside.
Discover Lake Balaton, the “Hungarian Sea,” on a full-day guided tour from Budapest, combining history, panoramic views, and relaxing time by the lake.

This is one of the most popular day trips from Budapest, combining the country’s top highlights in one unforgettable experience.

Begin your guided tour with a comfortable hotel pickup in Budapest and travel in a modern, air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver/guide. Your first destination is Esztergom, one of the most important historic and religious cities in Hungary.

Enjoy a unique “two countries in one day” experience with a short photo stop in Štúrovo. From here, take beautiful photos of the impressive Esztergom Basilica from across the Danube and enjoy a different perspective of this iconic landmark.

After crossing the Maria Valeria Bridge back into Hungary, continue your guided tour with a visit to Esztergom Basilica, the largest church in Hungary. Admire the grand interior and take in panoramic views over the Danube and surrounding landscape.

If time and traffic allow, your guided tour may include a short optional stop in Székesfehérvár, a historic coronation city where Hungarian kings were once crowned.

Continue your guided tour toward Lake Balaton and stop at the scenic Akarattya Magaspart viewpoint, where you’ll enjoy your first breathtaking panoramic view of the lake.

Next, visit the picturesque Tihany Abbey on the Tihany Peninsula. This part of the guided tour offers one of the most iconic views of Lake Balaton, along with time to walk through the charming village and take photos.

For those who enjoy scenic viewpoints, your guided tour may also include an optional visit to the nearby Őrtorony-kilátó, offering a quieter and more natural perspective of the area.

The highlight of the guided tour is your extended free time in Balatonfüred, one of the most beautiful and lively towns on Lake Balaton. Relax by the water, stroll along the elegant lakeside promenade, enjoy lunch or coffee, and experience the unique charm of Hungary’s lakeside atmosphere.

After a full day of exploring, your guided tour concludes with a comfortable return to Budapest and hotel drop-off.

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Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.