Lake Balaton Day Trip from Budapest
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Lake Balaton Day Trip from Budapest
Discover Lake Balaton with a Scenic Boat Ride!
Just a short drive from Budapest lies Lake Balaton, Central Europe’s largest freshwater lake and one of Hungary’s most beloved summer destinations. On this Lake Balaton day trip, you’ll journey through picturesque towns, historic landmarks, and serene lakeside scenery, making it the perfect escape from the bustling city. Your adventure begins in Tihany village, home to the famous Benedictine Abbey founded in 1055. Stroll its charming streets, explore local artisan shops, and soak in breathtaking panoramic views of the lake.
Next, visit Balatonfüred, Hungary’s oldest spa town, where the combination of historic architecture and lakeside promenade invites a leisurely walk. Here, you can admire the elegant villas, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, and feel the refreshing breeze off the lake. To top off your day, enjoy a scenic boat ride on Lake Balaton, offering stunning vistas and a peaceful perspective of this iconic Hungarian destination.
Tour Highlights:
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Tihany Village & Benedictine Abbey – Explore centuries of history and quaint streets
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Balatonfüred Spa Town – Discover Hungary’s oldest spa destination and lakeside charm
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Scenic Boat Ride – Relax on the water with spectacular views of Lake Balaton
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Panoramic Views & Lakeside Atmosphere – Perfect for photography and memorable moments
Why Book the Lake Balaton Day Trip?
This full-day excursion from Budapest is ideal for travellers who want to experience Hungary’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and charming small towns in one seamless trip. Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional English-speaking guide, who will share insights into the history, traditions, and highlights of the region. Enjoy free time to stroll through Tihany and Balatonfüred, capture panoramic views, and soak in the tranquil lakeside atmosphere. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, sightseeing, or a bit of both, this tour offers an unforgettable Lake Balaton experience just a short journey from Budapest.
Escape Budapest for a day and experience the beauty, history, and charm of Lake Balaton like never before.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to help! Looking for more Budapest tours? Discover our diverse range of tours and make the most of your time in Hungary’s vibrant capital!
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The tour was perfect!
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A perfect day exploring the Douro Valley — wines, views, and history!
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Easy to book. Early start but pleasant and polite driver on time. Organized very well with no queues or crowds! Our guide was very good with interesting facts and empathy. Excellent tour but sad and extremely thought provoking. Least we forget!
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High recommend!
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Knowledgeable guide! She was awesome. It's nice to learn more about Krakow.
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Professional guide, everything well organized.
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Our guide was excellent, full of great stories about the Habsburgs. Highly recommend
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Great for first-timers — saw everything, learned a lot, and relaxed too.
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The pilgrimage was so well organized. Professional guide. High recommend.
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That was a great service!
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Everything excellent.
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A nice trip, to one of the most popular places in Poland for catholic. Well organized, professional guide, a delicious lunch.
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An epic day! Our guide was fantastic, comfortable bus, and the landscape blew me away.
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Very professional service. The driver was super friendly and drove carefully
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Great tour, friendly driver and spotless vehicle!
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Really great experience! Fast, clean, and comfortable ride.
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World-class. Door to door service, professional guide, and driver. Comfy modern train and car. Perfect contact with the help-desk. I recommend MrShuttle.
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Worth money. Great organized, professional guide. We had a lovely day in Warsaw.
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Highly recommend this tour - very well organised!
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Long day, but it was worth exploring another such beautiful city in Poland! Professional service, everything on time, well organized.
More details about this tour
Here is a break down of all the activities in the tour:
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Boat ticket
- Hotel pick up & drop off
- Lunch
Meeting time at 8:45: CITYRAMA Office, Budapest, Báthory utca 19, 1054
More reasons why you should use our services:
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Frequency
This tour runs every Friday from June to the end of September, with a starting time of 9:00 AM. Please meet the group at least 15 minutes prior to departure.
Meeting point
Meet your group and the guide at: Báthory utca 19, Budapest 1054.
Professional guide
We work with the best, knowledgeable local guides.
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