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DAY ONE - BUDAPEST

Your Hungarian adventure begins in Budapest. A warm welcome awaits, as you are transferred to your home for the next two nights, the enchanting Four Seasons Hotel - Gresham Palace. In the evening, admire the grandeur of your surroundings as you enjoy a reception dinner. Amidst this ambience, get acquainted with your fellow travellers before retiring to your room for the night.

DAY TWO - BUDAPEST

Budapest, located along the Danube, is a unique alliance of two cities. From the Old City of Buda with its majestic Royal Palace overlooking the city, to the bustling commercial district of Pest. Today's city tour will take you through the Castle District, St. Mathias Church, and atop Gellert Hill for a panoramic view of Budapest. Along the way, you will also visit the Citadel, the Opera House, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Heroes Square, and the City Park.

Afterwards, you can take the rest of the day to unwind. Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Danube riverbank or explore the historic Great Market Hall, which offers a wide array of local foods and wines. You can also choose to visit one of the city's celebrated thermal baths for a refreshing soak. If you prefer, you can stay at the hotel and treat yourself to a pampering session at the luxurious spa, complete with an infinity-edge pool, or take advantage of the state-of-the-art fitness centre.

DAY THREE - LAKE BALATON, KESZTHELY & TAPOLCA

This morning, you'll be transferred to Budapest Nyugati station's Royal Waiting Room for a drinks reception before boarding the luxurious Golden Eagle Danube Express. A brass band will serenade you as the train pulls into an adjacent platform. Once aboard, the attentive staff will guide you to your private en-suite cabin. As the train departs from Nyugati station, you will journey through the stunning autumn landscapes of Hungary to Balaton Uplands National Park. After a while, you will arrive at Keszthely, a charming town filled with grand townhouses and the impressive Festetics Palace – a lavish baroque home fit for royalty. You'll have the opportunity to tour the palace and its gardens before a short train ride to Tapolca for a walking tour of the picturesque town centre. Explore the town's limestone cave system, and enjoy a boating adventure on the crystal-clear waters of Tapolca's Lake Cave.

DAY FOUR - SOPRON & HOLLOKO

Day 4 begins with a leisurely walking tour through the historic old town of Sopron. Marvel at the 13th-century Fire Tower, situated at the heart of the city. For lunch, it’s time to head back to the train. Sit back, relax and take in the sights of the Hungarian countryside in the midst of autumn. In the late afternoon, you will arrive at the World Heritage Site of Holloko, a quaint, traditional Hungarian ‘Paloc’ village that boasts vibrant white houses with verandas, wooden balustrades and hipped rooves. The friendly locals are sure to offer warm hospitality when you head into the city for dinner.  Here you will indulge in the taste of traditional Paloc flavours and sample local wines.

DAY FIVE - EGER, LILLAFURED & AGGTELEK

The morning of day five begins with a journey to Eger, a city rich in history and legends. Embark on a walking tour of the town, renowned for its castle, thermal baths, and baroque buildings.

Make sure not to miss the Ottoman minaret - the highest and best preserved of the three intact minarets in Hungary.

Afterwards, take a delightful narrow-gauge train ride from Lillafured, and enjoy the breathtaking autumnal forests of the Bukk National Park. End the day with an exclusive visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site cave system at Aggtelek, which boasts the largest stalactite cave system in Europe.

DAY SIX HORTOBAGY NATIONAL PARK & TOKAJ

Today’s adventure takes you to the Hortobagy National Park, an expansive steppe located in Eastern Hungary. This area is home to Hungary's indigenous grey cattle and offers an opportunity for you to learn about traditional pastoral life. If you’re lucky, you'll get to see thousands of cranes migrating through the area during this time of year!

Following the excursion, you will head over to the Tokaj region, where you’ll be treated to a private wine-tasting tour at one of the area's famous cellars. Nestled at the foothills of the Zemplen Mountains, this region has an impressive history of wine-making that dates back thousands of years.

DAY SEVEN - OPUSZTASZER NATIONAL PARK & SZEGED

On today’s agenda is the stunning Opusztaszer National Park, where will visit the Feszty Panorama. This oil-painted masterpiece depicts the arrival of the Hungarians and the beginning of the Hungarian Conquest of the Carpathian Basin in 896. Created to commemorate the 1000th anniversary of this historic event in 1894, this artwork is a true wonder.

After the visit, you will travel by coach to the charming city of Szeged, known for its picturesque squares and tree-lined boulevards. During this sightseeing tour, you will indulge in the local culinary delights at a traditional restaurant for lunch.

In the evening, gather for a special gala dinner on board the Golden Eagle Danube Express, to bid farewell to this experience in style.

You will then arrive back in Budapest, where you will be transferred to the Gresham Palace Hotel for your final night.

DAY EIGHT | BUDAPEST

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, the Golden Eagle team will provide transportation to the airport. However, if you're interested in extending your stay to explore the beautiful city of Budapest at your own pace, feel free to reach out for hotel/tour recommendations

You can find information about cabin types here.

Please note that the prices listed below are based on two people sharing. If you are a solo traveller, please get in touch to request the single-passenger price.