3 days
Budapest Essential City Break
Budapest
A compact first-time Budapest route balancing classic monuments, city history and a flagship thermal bath.
HU Hungary · 13 regions · 100 places
Explore Hungary
Budapest grandeur, thermal baths, Balaton shores, wine regions and the big-sky plains
Plan Hungary from Budapest and the Danube Bend to Lake Balaton, Pécs, Tokaj, Hortobágy and the eastern plain with practical place information and realistic ready-made routes.
- History 60 places
- Family 40 places
- Architecture 32 places
- Nature 30 places
Ready-made Hungary trips
Choose a route, then make it yours. Every day is already in a sensible order.
3 days
Budapest Alternative & Family Day Mix
Budapest
A softer Budapest plan for return visitors or families, mixing parks, monuments and relaxed city experiences.
3 days
Danube Bend Short Break
Szentendre · Visegrád · Esztergom
Classic towns and viewpoints just north of Budapest, ideal as a first regional extension to the capital.
4 days
Royal Excursions from Budapest
Gödöllő · Dömös area · Budapest
A gentle Budapest-focused break that adds one royal estate and one more active Danube Bend excursion.
5 days
Eger, Hollókő and the Northern Uplands
Hollókő · Mátra area · Eger · Ipolytarnóc area
A well-balanced route through UNESCO village heritage, fortress history, spa culture and volcanic uplands.
5 days
Miskolc, Bükk and Cave Country
Miskolc · Lillafüred · Bükk area · Aggtelek · +1
A strong active-and-relaxing route that combines cave bathing, valleys and one of Hungary's key UNESCO cave systems.
4 days
Tokaj and Zemplén Wine & Castles
Tokaj · Sárospatak · Füzér area · Sátoraljaújhely
A compact north-eastern itinerary for travellers who want wine culture, dramatic castles and volcanic scenery.
5 days
Classic Balaton North Shore
Balatonfüred · Tihany · Tapolca / Szigliget · Badacsony · +1
One of Hungary's most appealing easygoing regional routes, balancing heritage, wine, lake scenery and spa time.
5 days
Balaton Uplands and Bakony Extension
Veszprém · Sümeg · Bakonybél · Monoszló area · +1
A varied west-central Hungary route for travellers who want more than beaches from the Balaton region.
5 days
Western Hungary Spas and Border Towns
Sárvár · Bük / Kőszeg · Őrség · Sopron · +1
A slower-paced road trip through western towns, spa stops and the borderland landscapes around Sopron.
4 days
Pannonhalma, Győr and the Danube Lowlands
Győr · Pannonhalma · Szigetköz / Mosonmagyaróvár · Komárom
A north-western route blending city heritage, monastic UNESCO heritage and lowland river scenery.
5 days
Pécs, Villány and Southern Memory Landscapes
Pécs · Siklós / Harkány · Villány · Mohács / Gemenc
An attractive southern Hungary route with a strong mix of urban culture, wine, wellness and reflective historical sites.
4 days
Szeged, Kecskemét and the Southern Great Plain
Kecskemét · Szeged · Ópusztaszer / Bugac · Gyula
A rewarding south-eastern route for travellers who want city culture, plains identity and a relaxed castle-town finish.
5 days
Debrecen, Hortobágy and Tisza Lake
Debrecen · Hortobágy · Nyíregyháza · Hajdúszoboszló · +1
A family-friendly eastern route blending big-sky landscapes, wildlife, museums and one of Hungary's top spa towns.
10 days
Hungary Highlights in 10 Days
Budapest · Danube Bend · Eger · Miskolc area · +4
A realistic first introduction to Hungary covering Budapest, wine country, the Great Plain, Balaton and the south.
14 days
Grand Hungary Introduction in 14 Days
Budapest · Danube Bend · Northern Uplands · Eger · +8
A fuller self-drive introduction for travellers who want to sample all of Hungary's main visitor regions at a measured but active pace.
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Travelling in Hungary
How the days actually work here — seasons, transport, pace and what to do when the weather turns.
Getting around Hungary
- Budapest works best on foot with metro, tram and suburban links rather than by car.
- Rail is useful between major cities such as Budapest, Győr, Szeged, Debrecen, Miskolc and Pécs.
- A car becomes much more useful for the Balaton uplands, wine regions, castle hills, wetland areas and many plain landscapes.
City planning
- Budapest rewards district-based planning instead of trying to cross the whole city repeatedly in one day.
- Historic centres such as Eger, Pécs, Sopron and Győr are best explored slowly on foot.
- Central parking in old quarters can be limited, so check access rules and garage options in advance.
Nature, plains and caves
- Marked trails, weather awareness and proper footwear matter in the uplands, gorges and national parks.
- Caves, wetlands and birding areas often depend on guided entry, opening windows or seasonal conditions.
- The Great Plain can feel very hot and exposed in summer, so carry water and do not underestimate distances.
Seasonal checks
- Lake Balaton and family-resort areas are busiest in summer, while spring and early autumn are usually calmer.
- Some castle interiors, visitor centres and smaller heritage sites reduce schedules outside the main season.
- Storms, heat waves, floodplain water levels and winter ice can all affect specific attractions or routes.
Building comfortable days
- Treat major city museums, castles and spas as half-day anchors rather than trying to stack too many heavy visits.
- Pair one demanding active outing with a lighter town, bath or food stop to keep the pace sustainable.
- Use thermal baths, market halls and museums as useful poor-weather alternatives.
Accessibility
- Historic monuments often include stairs, cobbles and uneven surfaces even when the main entrance is easier.
- National-park trails, fortress ruins and cave environments need especially cautious accessibility expectations.
- If step-free access is essential, confirm the exact route, lift status and accessible facilities directly before travel.
Best airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Budapest Keleti railway station · Győr railway station
Best time to visit
April to October for broad touring; late spring and early autumn usually give the best balance for cities, lake districts and wine regions.
Summer is strongest for Balaton, spas and family travel, while spring and autumn are often more comfortable for cities, castles, hiking and wine-country routes.
Suggested duration
3 to 14 days
16 ready-made routes
Getting around
Rail and driving mix, walking, tram and metro in budapest
Also hiking, boat where relevant, guided cave visit and chairlift or local visitor transport where relevant
Regions
13 regions
Budapest
3 days · 9 stops · Moderate pace
Budapest Essential City Break
Budapest to Budapest
A compact first-time Budapest route balancing classic monuments, city history and a flagship thermal bath.
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- Allow extra queue time at major landmarks.
- Urban sightseeing is best done on foot with metro or tram links.
Day 1
Castle Hill and Danube views
Based in Budapest
- 1 Buda CastleBudapest
- 2 Fisherman's BastionBudapest
- 3 Matthias ChurchBudapest
Day 2
Parliament and central monuments
Based in Budapest
- 1 Hungarian Parliament BuildingBudapest
- 2 St. Stephen's BasilicaBudapest
- 3 Central Market HallBudapest
Day 3
Museums, memory and relaxation
Based in Budapest
- 1 Heroes' Square and City ParkBudapest
- 2 House of Terror MuseumBudapest
- 3 Széchenyi Thermal BathBudapest
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3 days · 6 stops · Easy pace
Budapest Alternative & Family Day Mix
Budapest to Budapest
A softer Budapest plan for return visitors or families, mixing parks, monuments and relaxed city experiences.
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- Some museums or memorial sites are best with older children.
Day 1
Jewish heritage and market culture
Based in Budapest
- 1 Dohány Street SynagogueBudapest
- 2 Central Market HallBudapest
Day 2
Island leisure and open-air history
Based in Budapest
- 1 Margaret IslandBudapest
- 2 Memento ParkBudapest
Day 3
Monument district and baths
Based in Budapest
- 1 Heroes' Square and City ParkBudapest
- 2 Széchenyi Thermal BathBudapest
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3 days · 4 stops · Moderate pace
Danube Bend Short Break
Budapest to Budapest
Classic towns and viewpoints just north of Budapest, ideal as a first regional extension to the capital.
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- A car or carefully checked connections help you move efficiently between towns.
Day 1
Riverside town day
Based in Szentendre
- 1 Szentendre Historic CentreSzentendre
Day 2
Citadel and scenic bend
Based in Visegrád
- 1 Visegrád CitadelVisegrád
- 2 Danube-Ipoly National ParkDanube Bend area
Day 3
Basilica and royal Danube frontier
Based in Esztergom
- 1 Esztergom BasilicaEsztergom
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4 days · 5 stops · Easy pace
Royal Excursions from Budapest
Budapest to Budapest
A gentle Budapest-focused break that adds one royal estate and one more active Danube Bend excursion.
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- Rám Gorge is a proper hike rather than a casual city stroll.
Day 1
Royal palace day
Based in Gödöllő
- 1 Royal Palace of GödöllőGödöllő
Day 2
Nature and gorge walk
Based in Dömös area
- 1 Rám GorgeDömös
Day 3
Capital spa and monument buffer
Based in Budapest
- 1 St. Stephen's BasilicaBudapest
- 2 Margaret IslandBudapest
Day 4
Reserve city day
Based in Budapest
- 1 Hungarian Parliament BuildingBudapest
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5 days · 8 stops · Moderate pace
Eger, Hollókő and the Northern Uplands
Budapest to Eger
A well-balanced route through UNESCO village heritage, fortress history, spa culture and volcanic uplands.
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- A car is strongly helpful because public transport between smaller upland sites is limited.
Day 1
Village heritage
Based in Hollókő
- 1 Hollókő Old VillageHollókő
Day 2
Highland viewpoints
Based in Mátra area
- 1 Kékes and the Mátra MountainsMátra area
- 2 Salgó CastleSalgótarján area
Day 3
Castle and old town
Based in Eger
- 1 Castle of EgerEger
- 2 Eger Historic CentreEger
Day 4
Spa and surrounding fortress
Based in Eger
- 1 Egerszalók Salt Hill and SpaEgerszalók
- 2 Sirok CastleSirok
Day 5
Fossils and drive out
Based in Ipolytarnóc area
- 1 Ipolytarnóc Fossils Nature ReserveIpolytarnóc
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5 days · 8 stops · Moderate pace
Miskolc, Bükk and Cave Country
Miskolc to Miskolc
A strong active-and-relaxing route that combines cave bathing, valleys and one of Hungary's key UNESCO cave systems.
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- Cave tours and outdoor sections need advance timing and weather awareness.
Day 1
Castle and cave bath
Based in Miskolc
- 1 Diósgyőr CastleMiskolc
- 2 Miskolctapolca Cave BathMiskolc
Day 2
Lake and show cave
Based in Lillafüred
- 1 Lillafüred and Hámori LakeLillafüred
- 2 Szent István CaveLillafüred
Day 3
National park scenery
Based in Bükk area
- 1 Bükk National ParkBükk area
- 2 Szalajka ValleySzilvásvárad
Day 4
UNESCO cave day
Based in Aggtelek
- 1 Aggtelek Karst and Baradla CaveAggtelek
Day 5
Village rock heritage
Based in Noszvaj
- 1 Noszvaj Cave DwellingsNoszvaj
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4 days · 7 stops · Easy pace
Tokaj and Zemplén Wine & Castles
Tokaj to Sátoraljaújhely
A compact north-eastern itinerary for travellers who want wine culture, dramatic castles and volcanic scenery.
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- Tastings and rural transfers are easier with a driver or organised local transport.
Day 1
World Heritage vineyards
Based in Tokaj
- 1 Tokaj Historic Wine RegionTokaj
- 2 Tarcal Vineyard ViewpointTarcal
Day 2
Castle and quarry lake
Based in Sárospatak
- 1 Sárospatak CastleSárospatak
- 2 Megyer-hegyi TengerszemSárospatak
Day 3
Border castles
Based in Füzér area
- 1 Füzér CastleFüzér
- 2 Boldogkő CastleBoldogkőváralja
Day 4
Family activity finish
Based in Sátoraljaújhely
- 1 Zemplén Adventure ParkSátoraljaújhely
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5 days · 8 stops · Easy pace
Classic Balaton North Shore
Balatonfüred to Keszthely
One of Hungary's most appealing easygoing regional routes, balancing heritage, wine, lake scenery and spa time.
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- Summer traffic and parking can be heavy around the Balaton shore.
Day 1
Elegant lakeside start
Based in Balatonfüred
- 1 Balatonfüred Historic CentreBalatonfüred
Day 2
Abbey and peninsula views
Based in Tihany
- 1 Tihany AbbeyTihany
Day 3
Caves and castle
Based in Tapolca / Szigliget
- 1 Tapolca Lake CaveTapolca
- 2 Szigliget CastleSzigliget
Day 4
Wine hill and national park
Based in Badacsony
- 1 Badacsony Hill and Wine AreaBadacsony
- 2 Balaton Uplands National ParkNorth Balaton
Day 5
Palace and thermal lake
Based in Keszthely / Hévíz
- 1 Festetics PalaceKeszthely
- 2 Hévíz Thermal LakeHévíz
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5 days · 6 stops · Moderate pace
Balaton Uplands and Bakony Extension
Veszprém to Lake Balaton
A varied west-central Hungary route for travellers who want more than beaches from the Balaton region.
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- Driving keeps the pace realistic between inland and lakeside stops.
Day 1
Hilltop city
Based in Veszprém
- 1 Veszprém Castle DistrictVeszprém
Day 2
Fortress day
Based in Sümeg
- 1 Sümeg CastleSümeg
Day 3
Abbey and wooded uplands
Based in Bakonybél
- 1 Bakonybél Abbey and Pannon ObservatoryBakonybél
Day 4
Geology and upland scenery
Based in Monoszló area
- 1 Hegyestű Geological Visitor SiteMonoszló
Day 5
Water and heritage finish
Based in Tata or Velence
- 1 Tata Castle and Old LakeTata
- 2 Lake VelenceVelence area
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5 days · 9 stops · Easy pace
Western Hungary Spas and Border Towns
Sárvár to Sopron
A slower-paced road trip through western towns, spa stops and the borderland landscapes around Sopron.
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- Some wetland and rural areas are best enjoyed by car or bicycle rather than relying on infrequent connections.
Day 1
Castle and spa
Based in Sárvár
- 1 Sárvár Nádasdy Castle and SpaSárvár
Day 2
Spa or historic town
Based in Bük / Kőszeg
- 1 Bük Thermal SpaBük
- 2 Kőszeg Old Town and Jurisics CastleKőszeg
Day 3
Protected rural landscape
Based in Őrség
- 1 Őrség National ParkŐrség
- 2 Jeli ArboretumKám
Day 4
Old town day
Based in Sopron
- 1 Sopron Old Town and Firewatch TowerSopron
- 2 Károly Lookout TowerSopron
Day 5
Wetlands and quarry
Based in Fertő area
- 1 Fertő / Neusiedlersee Cultural LandscapeFertő area
- 2 Fertőrákos Quarry and Cave TheatreFertőrákos
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4 days · 6 stops · Easy pace
Pannonhalma, Győr and the Danube Lowlands
Győr to Komárom
A north-western route blending city heritage, monastic UNESCO heritage and lowland river scenery.
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- Route design is easiest with a car, though Győr and Pannonhalma can also be visited with careful planning.
Day 1
Baroque city core
Based in Győr
- 1 Győr Old Town and BasilicaGyőr
Day 2
Monastic hill
Based in Pannonhalma
- 1 Pannonhalma ArchabbeyPannonhalma
Day 3
Water landscape and town
Based in Szigetköz / Mosonmagyaróvár
- 1 SzigetközSzigetköz
- 2 Mosonmagyaróvár Castle and Old TownMosonmagyaróvár
Day 4
Fortress and Romanesque church
Based in Komárom
- 1 Monostor FortressKomárom
- 2 Lébény St. James ChurchLébény
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5 days · 8 stops · Easy pace
Pécs, Villány and Southern Memory Landscapes
Pécs to Mohács
An attractive southern Hungary route with a strong mix of urban culture, wine, wellness and reflective historical sites.
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- Use adult judgement for memorial-site subject matter when travelling with children.
Day 1
Historic city core
Based in Pécs
- 1 Pécs Cathedral and Old TownPécs
- 2 Early Christian Necropolis of PécsPécs
Day 2
Creative quarter
Based in Pécs
- 1 Zsolnay Cultural QuarterPécs
Day 3
Castle and spa
Based in Siklós / Harkány
- 1 Siklós CastleSiklós
- 2 Harkány Thermal SpaHarkány
Day 4
Wine day
Based in Villány
- 1 Villány Wine RegionVillány
Day 5
Memorial and floodplain forest
Based in Mohács / Gemenc
- 1 Mohács Historical Memorial ParkMohács
- 2 Gemenc ForestGemenc
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4 days · 7 stops · Easy pace
Szeged, Kecskemét and the Southern Great Plain
Kecskemét to Gyula
A rewarding south-eastern route for travellers who want city culture, plains identity and a relaxed castle-town finish.
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Day 1
Art Nouveau plain town
Based in Kecskemét
- 1 Kecskemét Cifra Palace and Main SquareKecskemét
Day 2
Riverside city culture
Based in Szeged
- 1 Szeged Votive Church and Dóm SquareSzeged
- 2 Móra Ferenc Museum and Tisza RiverfrontSzeged
Day 3
Heritage and puszta traditions
Based in Ópusztaszer / Bugac
- 1 Ópusztaszer National Heritage ParkÓpusztaszer
- 2 Bugac PusztaBugac
Day 4
Castle and spa finish
Based in Gyula
- 1 Gyula CastleGyula
- 2 Gyula Castle SpaGyula
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5 days · 9 stops · Easy pace
Debrecen, Hortobágy and Tisza Lake
Debrecen to Poroszló
A family-friendly eastern route blending big-sky landscapes, wildlife, museums and one of Hungary's top spa towns.
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Day 1
Church and museum
Based in Debrecen
- 1 Debrecen Great Reformed ChurchDebrecen
- 2 Déri MuseumDebrecen
Day 2
Puszta heritage
Based in Hortobágy
- 1 Hortobágy National ParkHortobágy
- 2 Nine-Holed Bridge and Hortobágy VillageHortobágy
Day 3
Family attractions
Based in Nyíregyháza
- 1 Nyíregyháza ZooNyíregyháza
- 2 Sóstó Museum VillageNyíregyháza
Day 4
Spa break
Based in Hajdúszoboszló
- 1 Hajdúszoboszló HungarospaHajdúszoboszló
Day 5
Wetland interpretation and lakeside finish
Based in Poroszló / Tisza Lake
- 1 Lake Tisza EcocentrePoroszló
- 2 Tisza LakeTisza Lake
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10 days · 19 stops · Moderate pace
Hungary Highlights in 10 Days
Budapest to Budapest
A realistic first introduction to Hungary covering Budapest, wine country, the Great Plain, Balaton and the south.
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Day 1
Castle Hill
Based in Budapest
- 1 Buda CastleBudapest
- 2 Fisherman's BastionBudapest
Day 2
Parliament and basilica
Based in Budapest
- 1 Hungarian Parliament BuildingBudapest
- 2 St. Stephen's BasilicaBudapest
Day 3
Szentendre and Visegrád
Based in Danube Bend
- 1 Szentendre Historic CentreSzentendre
- 2 Visegrád CitadelVisegrád
Day 4
Northern heritage
Based in Eger
- 1 Castle of EgerEger
- 2 Eger Historic CentreEger
Day 5
Caves and valley scenery
Based in Miskolc area
- 1 Miskolctapolca Cave BathMiskolc
- 2 Lillafüred and Hámori LakeLillafüred
Day 6
Wine region
Based in Tokaj
- 1 Tokaj Historic Wine RegionTokaj
Day 7
Puszta and city
Based in Debrecen / Hortobágy
- 1 Hortobágy National ParkHortobágy
- 2 Debrecen Great Reformed ChurchDebrecen
Day 8
Abbey and shore
Based in Lake Balaton
- 1 Tihany AbbeyTihany
- 2 Balatonfüred Historic CentreBalatonfüred
Day 9
Southern city culture
Based in Pécs
- 1 Pécs Cathedral and Old TownPécs
- 2 Zsolnay Cultural QuarterPécs
Day 10
Return via spa or palace
Based in Budapest
- 1 Széchenyi Thermal BathBudapest
- 2 Royal Palace of GödöllőGödöllő
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14 days · 27 stops · Moderate pace
Grand Hungary Introduction in 14 Days
Budapest to Budapest
A fuller self-drive introduction for travellers who want to sample all of Hungary's main visitor regions at a measured but active pace.
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Day 1
Historic core
Based in Budapest
- 1 Buda CastleBudapest
- 2 Matthias ChurchBudapest
Day 2
Monuments and baths
Based in Budapest
- 1 Hungarian Parliament BuildingBudapest
- 2 Széchenyi Thermal BathBudapest
Day 3
Royal towns
Based in Danube Bend
- 1 Esztergom BasilicaEsztergom
- 2 Visegrád CitadelVisegrád
Day 4
UNESCO village and highland
Based in Northern Uplands
- 1 Hollókő Old VillageHollókő
- 2 Kékes and the Mátra MountainsMátra area
Day 5
Castle country
Based in Eger
- 1 Castle of EgerEger
- 2 Egerszalók Salt Hill and SpaEgerszalók
Day 6
Cave and valley
Based in Miskolc / Bükk
- 1 Bükk National ParkBükk area
- 2 Miskolctapolca Cave BathMiskolc
Day 7
Wine and frontier castles
Based in Tokaj / Zemplén
- 1 Tokaj Historic Wine RegionTokaj
- 2 Sárospatak CastleSárospatak
Day 8
The eastern plain
Based in Debrecen / Hortobágy
- 1 Hortobágy National ParkHortobágy
- 2 Déri MuseumDebrecen
Day 9
Wetlands and family ecotourism
Based in Tisza Lake
- 1 Lake Tisza EcocentrePoroszló
- 2 Tisza LakeTisza Lake
Day 10
Southern plain cities
Based in Szeged / Gyula
- 1 Szeged Votive Church and Dóm SquareSzeged
- 2 Gyula CastleGyula
Day 11
Culture and wine
Based in Pécs / Villány
- 1 Pécs Cathedral and Old TownPécs
- 2 Villány Wine RegionVillány
Day 12
Lake classics
Based in Balaton
- 1 Tihany AbbeyTihany
- 2 Festetics PalaceKeszthely
Day 13
Abbey or border towns
Based in Western Hungary
- 1 Pannonhalma ArchabbeyPannonhalma
- 2 Sopron Old Town and Firewatch TowerSopron
Day 14
Return buffer
Based in Budapest
- 1 Heroes' Square and City ParkBudapest
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