📍 Hungary

HUNGARY GRAND TOUR: SPAS, WINES AND CASTLE-CROWNED PEAKS

Thermal waters steaming beneath Budapest's streets, vineyard slopes framing fortified villages, mountains echoing. Hungary, culture, tradition and wellness.

≈ 9
Days
839
Km
5
Stops
📖 5 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Dive into Budapest between thermal baths and ruin bars, then head to Eger and its wine fortresses. Explore Lillafüred and its forest parks, relax at Lake Balaton in Siófok, then discover Pécs and its Ottoman-Christian crossroads heritage. Warmth, cellars, trails and culture intertwine.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Budapest

thermal capital ruin bar culture

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Day 1
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Budapest (Pest) — "Shoes on the Danube Bank" Memorial (Cipők a Dunaparton)
2
Budapest — Hungarian Parliament (exterior) and walk along the Danube
3
St. Stephen's Basilica of Pest (exterior/interior depending on opening hours)
4
Vörösmarty Square and Váci Street — urban stroll
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Activities

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Andrássy Avenue to Heroes' Square — urban walk
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Széchenyi Thermal Baths — thermal bath and relaxation
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Next stop
Distance: 22 km
Travel time: 35min
2
Day

Budapest

thermal capital ruin bar culture

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Day 2
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Discover

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Szentendre — baroque historic center (Fő tér) and art museums
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Szentendre — walk along the Danube quays
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Activities

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Budapest ⇄ Szentendre — river cruise or HÉV train depending on season
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Distance: 137 km
Travel time: 1h40
3
Day

Eger

wine fortress baroque heritage

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Day 3
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Discover

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Eger — castle and ramparts (views over the old town)
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Eger — Dobó Square and historic center
3
Eger — Ottoman minaret (climb if open)
4
Egerszalók — thermal travertines (view and short walk)
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Activities

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Eger — wine tasting (Egri Bikavér) in a cave in the Valley of Szépasszony
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Distance: 60 km
Travel time: 1h
4
Day

Lillafured

forest parks mountain sanctuary

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Day 4
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Discover

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Lillafüred — Szinva stream waterfall and terraced gardens
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Lake Hámori — north shore trail (easy loop)
3
Lillafüred forest railway (if in service) — panoramic ride
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Activities

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Libegő (chairlift) Lillafüred → Jávorhegy then "Oxigén" trail (light hike ~7 km)
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Distance: 230 km
Travel time: 2h30
5
Day

Siofok

lake resort thermal gateway

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Day 5
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Discover

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Székesfehérvár — historic center
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Bory Castle (Bory-vár) — visit courtyards and galleries
3
Siófok — Jókai park and water tower (panoramic view, if open)
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Activities

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Balaton — free time on the shores and Petőfi sétány promenade
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Distance: 50 km
Travel time: 45min
6
Day

Siofok

lake resort thermal gateway

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Day 6
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Discover

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Crossing Siófok (Szántódrév) → Tihany (Tihanyrév) — ferry
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Tihany — Benedictine Abbey and viewpoints
3
Tihany — Echo Hill (Pisky promenade)
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Tihany — traditional houses and Paprika House
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Activities

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Tihany — coastal path and viewpoints over the peninsula
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Next stop
Distance: 140 km
Travel time: 1h40
7
Day

Pecs

ottoman mosque christian tradition

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Day 7
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Discover

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Pécs — Széchenyi tér square and Pasha Qasim Mosque (exterior/interior depending on opening)
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Zsolnay Cultural Quarter — exhibitions and ceramic architecture
3
Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral of Pécs
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Mecsek Forest — viewpoints and Tettye ruins
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Activities

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Pécs — stroll on Király street and green spaces of Lake Balokány
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Next stop
Distance: 200 km
Travel time: 2h10
8
Day

Budapest

thermal capital ruin bar culture

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Day 8
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Discover

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Budapest (Buda) — Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church (exterior/interior depending on opening)
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Buda Castle Quarter — gardens and esplanades
3
Margaret Island — park tour and musical fountain (according to programming)
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Activities

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Danube cruise at twilight (1 h) — panoramas of bridges and monuments

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming landscapes, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, excellent value, ideal conditions, pleasant atmosphere.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, festival season, long daylight hours, crowded attractions, vibrant atmosphere.

Fall (September-November): Comfortable weather, harvest season, wine tourism, beautiful colors, fewer crowds, excellent value, cultural events.

Winter (December-March): Christmas markets, thermal baths perfect, indoor attractions, lowest prices, cozy atmosphere, cultural focus, spa season.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 7 and 11 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in Hungary?

Central European gem with thermal baths, stunning architecture, and rich cultural heritage. Experience Budapest's beauty, traditional cuisine, and authentic Hungarian culture. The country offers cultural depth with natural beauty and excellent value. Hungary provides Central European experiences with cultural authenticity and historical significance.