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Budapest Christmas Markets Private Tour and Danube Evening Cruise

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Budapest Christmas Markets Private Tour and Danube Evening Cruise

About this activity

Visit the most famous Christmas markets in Budapest on this walking tour. Listen to your guide tell you holiday stories about Christmas traditions important to locals.

Wander the small streets and contemplative squares of the famous Christmas markets lit up with holiday lights.

The Christmas market offers plenty of exciting foodie items, handmade craft gifts and the most delicious warming drinks such as spiced mulled wine as well as great gift ideas including decorations, jewellery, winter clothing and accessories.

Get the personalized experience on your private tour

We invite you for a traditional chimney cake and a cup of mulled wine.

In the evening enjoy a relaxing evening cruise on the Danube river with drinks. During the cruise you have the possibility make marvellous pictures, cruise under the famous Chain bridge! Please note the cruise is not private!

Day Cruises Sailing Christmas Half-day Tours Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Audio Guides Walking Tours

At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide
German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
Shuttlesfrombudapest

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Entrance ticket to the Saint Stephen's Basilica
  • Included: 2,5 hours private guided walking tour in the Christmas markets with a local guide
  • Included: Professional private guide
  • Included: One hour evening River cruise on Danube river with a drink ( NOT PRIVATE)
  • Included: Mulled wine and chimney cake

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: pick up service

Itinerary

  1. Szent Istvan Bazilika

    1 h 10 min Admission included

    Our guide will be waiting for you in the hall of the Hotel Kempinski Corvinus at 03.30pm. From here we walk to our first stop, to Saint Stephen's Basilica.

    Admire one of the most famous sightseeing point of Budapest as a guided indoor tour of the building.

    Listen to engaging commentary from your private guide in the Christmas market as you stroll around the decorated buildings, holiday lights, and historical streets.

  2. Vorosmarty Square (Vorosmarty ter)

    one hour

    Explore the bustling Christmas markets with us! Learn about Budapest history and rich culture as you pass churches and famous streets lit up for the holidays with garlands of sparkling lights. Along the way, enjoy fresh gingerbread, chimney cake, hot wine, and other seasonal treats.

  3. Danube River

    1 h 10 min Admission included

    Admire the Evening sights of Budapest from a scenic cruise on the Danube River with a drink in your hand. Learn about the landmarks from the onboard commentary (available in 30 languages), and enjoy the onboard WiFi and your choice of a glass of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or mineral water.

    Cruise under the Chain Bridge past the Hungarian Parliament. Make marvellous picture from the river! The cruise returns to starting pier.

  4. Gellert Hill

    Passing by

    Marvel the Citadel building and the Liberty statue on the top of the Gellert hill from the cruise.

  5. Buda Castle

    Passing by

    Buda Castle district is packed with historic sights and attractions and you get a breathtaking view of The Danube with the Chain bridge.

  6. Fisherman's Bastion

    Passing by

    The Halászbástya or Fisherman's Bastion is one of the best known monuments in Budapest, located in the Buda Castle, in the 1st district of Budapest. The terrace provides one of the most famous panoramic views of the Danube, Margaret Island, Pest and the Gellért Hill.

  7. Szechenyi Lanchid

    Passing by

    During the trip learn about the history of Szechenyi Chain Bridge, the first permanent connection across the Danube between Buda and Pest.

  8. Hungarian Parliament Building

    Passing by

    The Hungarian Parliament is one of the most beautiful Goverment Buildings in all Europe.

  9. Stop 9

    10 min Admission included

    The cruise finishes here at 07.30pm.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Evening cruise starts at 06.30pm at Dock Nr 7. Pest side, Legenda Cruises Dock

  • Our guide will be waiting for you in the hall of Hotel Kempinski showing a sign with your name on it at 03.30pm.

End point

  • The cruise ends at the same where it started. Dock Nr 7, Legenda Cruises.Pest side

Using your ticket

For the walking tour the meeting point is at 03.30pm in the hall of Hotel Kempinski Corvinus.

After the walking tour your private guide will escort you to the Evening cruise dock.

Evening cruise starts at 06.30pm, Pest side Dock Nr 7, Legenda Cruises. The cruise ends here at 07.30pm.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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