Discover Hungary

Living Traditions & Hidden Treasures

May 14 - 24, 2026

People, Sites, Food & Wine

We invite you on a unique and personal tour of one of Eastern Europe's most exciting countries! We will explore beyond the obvious and find big moments in small things on a journey that exhilarates rather than exhausts.

Hungary has become a popular tourist destination thanks to its rich culture, cosmopolitan cities and sweeping natural landscapes. On this tour, we will focus on living local cultures and culinary traditions.

You will experience Hungary as few travelers do, getting to know the country as an insider, more like a local and less like a frenzied tourist. We will be reaching beyond popular tourist destinations, discover secret gardens, hidden streets, intimate museums and of course delicious food and wine. We will meet local people, fascinating artists, interesting experts, and attend special events designed to uncover little known gems throughout the country.

Be prepared to slow down often to be astonished.

Your guide

Your guide, Csilla Grauzer, is a native Hungarian with years of experience introducing travelers to her homeland. She is the Honorary Consul of Hungary to Minnesota, serving as an official cultural delegate between Hungary and the United States. Whether she is hunting for antique treasures in small towns or navigating the restaurant scene in Budapest, Csilla leads travelers with in-depth, insider knowledge, a personal touch, a passion for the culinary arts, and savvy travel style.

Csilla Grauzer

Tour Itinerary*

Day 1 - Budapest

Arrive in Budapest, one of the worlds most romantic and entertaining capitals. Known as the "Queen of the Danube" and considered one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Much of Budapest is protected as an expansive UNESCO World Heritage site. It is also well known as a cultural mecca for writers, artists and musicians, and boasts some of the best restaurants and shops in the country. We will pick you up at the airport bring you to our hotel in the heart of the city, and welcome you to enjoy a delicious dinner with fellow travelers, included.

"My husband and I have participated in several of Csilla's tours and there is no better way to experience the beauty this amazing part of the world. Each tour has been different, each has been expertly crafted to showcase the best of everything the country has to offer-food, scenery, and culture. A great value and a great way to travel."

Kathie - Minneapolis, MN

Hungary Tours 2005, 2015

Day 2 - Budapest

Full Day Guided tour may include:

Castle District of Buda
Matthias Church
Fisherman's Bastion
Private Tour of the Parliament
Hero's Square
Vajadahunyad Castle
Andrássy Avenue
Famous coffee houses and cafés

Breakfast and lunch are included. Dinner is on your own, but we will have plenty of suggestions for great places to explore Hungarian gastronomy.

Day 3 - Gödöllő & Hollókő

A day trip may include:

The Royal Castle of Gödöllő: A 250 year old Royal Palace, a significant work of Hungarian Baroque architecture and a favorite destination for Emperor Franz Joseph and his wife Queen Elizabeth.
The Old Village of Höllókő: This UNESCO World Heritage site is a deliberately preserved traditional settlement, serving as a living example of rural Hungarian life in the 17th and 18th centuries. Step back in time as you enjoy folk activities, demonstrations, dance and the food of the Paloc people.

Breakfast and lunch are included.

Day 4 - Budapest

Waking Tour of the City may include:

Jewish Quarter
The Great Synagogue on Dohány Street - the largest in Europe
St. Stephen's Basilica - a spectacular view from the 300-foot-high dome and home to the largest bell in Hungary
Central Market Hall - a vast array of foods and crafts throughout its 3 floors
Stroll down the famous pedestrian Vaci Street
Interactive Cooking Class with local chef

Breakfast and lunch or dinner are included.

Day 5 & 6 - Eger and its countryside

After breakfast we will travel by mini-bus then step back in time and discover the beauty of rural Hungary.

We will explore Eger, a jewelry box of a town. Learn about its history of Turkish occupation and defeat during which the towns people turned back an Ottoman invasion of Central Europe in 1552. Activities may include:

Climb an original minaret
Stroll the streets of the Baroque town center
Cellar hopping in "The Valley of the Beautiful Women", tasting the celebrated Bull's Blood and other local wines
Nature hike in the Bükk mountains and Szalajka Valley with its salt caves and trout lakes
Visiting local artisanal product manufacturers
Eat at a Michelin star restaurant
Wine tasting with a local wine expert

Breakfast and lunch or dinner are included.

Day 7, 8 & 9 - Tokaj Region

Traveling north to immerse ourselves in the patterned vineyards, farms and picturesque villages of the Tokaj wine region where wine has been produced for 1000 years. Deep cellars were carved by hand into mostly volcanic rocks.

The socio-cultural ethnic and religious diversity of the local people, together with the fame of Tokaji Aszu Wine, has contributed to the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the region.

Activites may include:

Learn about this UNESCO-listed region from wine makers producing a variety of traditional, modern and experimental wines
Visit the castle of Sárospatak and its surrounding natural beauty
Chocolate factory tour of Szerencs
History museum of the area and the Tokaji wine museum
Visit artistan cheese makers and honey producers
Enjoy high quality wellness and spa services
Visit the village of Mad and learn about its rich Jewish history
Cellar tours guided by wine experts with wine tasting
Visit the small village of Monok, birth place of the great Hungarian statesman Lajos Kossuth

Breakfast and lunch or dinner included.

Day 10 - Budapest

Return back to Budapest to spend the last day at leisure, revisiting favorite spots or discovering new corners of the city.

Options include:

Freedom Bridge
Pedestrian Mall
Great Market Hall
Or, enjoy a few relaxing hours at one fo the many thermal baths.

Breakfast and dinner included.

Day 11 - Budapest

The official tour ends after breakfast. We will transfer you to the airport to board your flight home if you would like, or you can continue to enjoy Eastern Europe on your own.

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Tour details and pricing

Included with every unique small group journey:

10 nights in hand selected luxury accomodations
English and Hungarian speaking tour director and local guides
Airport transfers
Full breakfasts daily
Select lunches or dinners daily
Ground transportation in air-conditioned mini bus
24/7 on call assistance from local tour director
Entrance fees, taxes, guides, scheduled activities and shows
Cooking class
Wine tastings as part of an activity

Tour does not include:

International airfare, passport and luggage fees
Alcoholic drinks, unless listed as part of an activity
Meals on your own
Gratuities
Optional excursions or extended travel
Travel insurance (required)

The tour will start and end in Budapest, Hungary. You must purchase your own international airfare and arrive in Budapest at Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) on the first day of the tour.

Pricing & Terms

Price: $5,495/person, double occupancy.

Single supplement: $950

Deposit: $2,000/person to reserve space

Tour limited: to 12 people!

Private tours with custom pricing are available throughout the year.

Travelers with American passports do not need a special visa.

Full amount due six weeks before departure.

Refund policies:

50% of deposit refunded if cancelled before due date.
No refunds after the due date.
No refunds for no-shows or early return from tour.
We maintain the right to cancel the tour in which you will be given a full refund.
We are not responsible for any theft, accidents or insurance related incidents while traveling on the tour

* Tour itinerary is subject to change. Final itinerary will be provided 30 days before the tour begins.