Top Budapest Water Tours

View Budapest’s floodlit landmarks by boat on a Danube River evening cruise. Settle on the glass-enclosed vessel, and admire the cityscapes as you cruise by the UNESCO-listed riverbanks, glass in hand. Admire the Hungarian Parliament and Buda Castle district twinkling with lights, and sail under the illuminated Chain Bridge and other bridges. Your choice of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or mineral water, Wi-Fi, and onboard film and commentary included.

Cruise the Danube River in the evening on a sightseeing cruise through Budapest. With a beverage in hand, take in the famous sights of Budapest along the banks of the river, deemed a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Experience the beautiful sights of Budapest on a cruise along the Danube River. See famous landmarks such as the Chain Bridge, which connects the eastern and western sides of the city, as well as Buda Castle. On board you can enjoy wine and Hungarian sparkling wine and a buffet-style dinner included on the cruise, based on the tour option selected. Live music sets the mood as you glide past the capital city’s stunning backdrop.

Admire Budapest from the water on a 70-minute Duna Bella River Danube cruise. Board the panoramic Duna Bella boat, and sail by landmarks including the Hungarian Parliament and Chain Bridge as you sip a glass of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or water — your choice. Finish by cruising around leafy Margaret Island, with the option to go ashore and explore the island's parks as you wish before catching the next Duna Bella boat back.

Sip and sightsee along the Danube on this evening cruise in Budapest. Choose from multiple cruise options to suit your preferences and admire the stunning views of Buda Castle, the Parliament House, and the Citadel. Additional drinks are available for purchase on board as the evening continues along Budapest’s sparkling panorama.

Budapest dazzles at night, so get a romantic new perspective on the Hungarian capital with this popular evening cruise. Glide down the Danube River past illuminated landmarks like the impressive Parliament Building, sparkling bridges, lively Pest promenade, and Buda Castle. Kick off the festive, hour-long voyage with a welcome drink of sparkling wine, and learn about passing sights through recorded English commentary.

Experience the romance of the Danube River by night on this candlelight dinner cruise. Cruise past the city's many beautiful illuminated sites as you dine on a 4-course dinner, passing by the Chain Bridge, the Elisabeth Bridge, and the Hungarian Parliament along the way. Local musicians are also on board to add zest to the experience by performing live Hungarian music.

Discover the dreamy landscapes of the Danube Bend, the most scenic stretch of the Danube River, on this full-day tour from Budapest. Escape the capital for a scenic drive through the countryside, stopping in Visegrad, admire the neoclassical cathedral of Esztergom from outside, and browse the handicrafts shops of Szentendre. After tucking into a delicious 3-course lunch (included), hop aboard for a romantic cruise along the Danube River and sail back to the capital by boat.

Take in the beautiful Budapest panorama on a sightseeing cruise along the Danube River. Snap photos of the Chain Bridge, Gellért Hill and more as you experience why this city’s landscape was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Multiple upgrade choices include options for a buffet lunch with traditional Hungarian dishes, an onboard winetasting session, and onboard winetasting session with round-trip transfers.

Combine two essential Budapest experiences into one great-value Super Saver tour! First, relax and unwind at Budapest’s largest public bath, the Széchenyi Spa, where you can pamper yourself with a steam, soak and scrub, or indulge with an aromatherapy massage (optional). Then, set sail along the Danube River for a romantic evening cruise and tuck into a delicious candlelit dinner on-board. Sip Hungarian sparkling wine and enjoy live folk music as you gaze out over the UNESCO-listed waterfront and spot Budapest landmarks like the Parliament Building, the Chain Bridge and Buda Castle.

Experience an organ concert at St. Stephen’s Basilica on your next trip to Budapest. The sound inside the dome of this neoclassical church makes it the perfect spot for Bach and Vivaldi, performed by some of Hungary’s most revered musicians. To continue the festivities, upgrade to a late-night dinner cruise on the Danube afterward, and toast to the beautiful view with a glass of Sparkling wine. A traditional Hungarian meal is also available on board, served buffet-style. Along the way, pass UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Buda Castle, lit up for the evening hours.

Discover the sights of the Danube Bend in one trip on this full-day tour from Budapest. Drive across the border into Slovakia, and visit Esztergom’s green-domed Basilica, the seat of Hungary’s Catholic church. Then, admire the Danube views from hilltop Visegrad Castle and enjoy a guided stroll around cobbled Szentendre, famous for its art shops. Hotel pickup, lunch, and return transport, with a Danube boat ride back to Budapest (May-September), are included.

See Budapest from the water aboard a hop-on hop-off boat tour, which includes unlimited use for 24 hours. Your cruise departs from downtown and glides past significant landmarks along the Danube River, such as Margaret Island and the Castle District. Stay on the boat for the entire route or hop on and off at several stops to explore Budapest at your own pace.

Visiting the Danube cities of Esztergom, Visegrad, and Szentendre from Budapest in one day is tricky without a car. On this private full-day tour, travel to all three in an air-conditioned vehicle. Accompanied by a guide, explore the cathedral in Esztergom. Take in the views in Visegrad and enjoy a local lunch. Stroll through the scenic streets of Szentendre. During the warmer months, take a river cruise back to Budapest.

Cast your sightseeing net wider while in Budapest to enjoy the artists’ town of Szentendre and Danube Bend views from Visegrad in one convenient half-day trip. After a photo stop at hilltop Visegrad to capture the river's famous loop on camera, call at the baroque town of Szentendre to explore its cobbled lanes and arty shops. Includes hotel pickup and round-trip transport, the latter including a Danube cruise back to Budapest between May and September.

Discover the best of Budapest with this full-day private tour. Spend the first part of the day exploring the city by private transport and visiting sites such as City Park, St. Stephen’s Basilica,  Parliament, and the Castle area. After hours of exploring, enjoy a 3-course meal at a local restaurant before hopping aboard a 2-hour cruise along the Danube with a stop at Margaret Island.

If you have free day in Budapest, visiting the Danube Bend — a famous loop in the river — is essential. This private day trip makes it easy: with time to admire this beauty spot and three nearby attractions. Visit the green-domed Esztergom Basilica overlooking the river; admire the bend views from hilltop Visegrad; and enjoy the cobbled artists’ town of Szentendre. Includes lunch and private transport, plus a river cruise from Szentendre to Budapest between April-September.

Spend a day away from the crowds of the capital without having to join a massive tour group. This private tour takes you a short distance southwest of Budapest to Lake Balaton, a sprawling lake surrounded by charming towns and rolling countryside. Cruise through your day at a leisurely pace with only your private guide by your side. Take a ferry cruise across the lake, walk around the historic village of Tihany (home to the 11th-century Benedictine Tihany Abbey) and enjoy the picturesque views from the Balatonfüred promenade.

Match up two popular Budapest tours and save big with this great-value Super Saver deal! First, marvel over Budapest’s Jewish treasures and learn about the tumultuous history of the city’s Jewish community on a 2- or 3.5-hour walking tour. Peek into the Dohány Street Synagogue, visit the Holocaust Memorial Park and sample tasty treats from a kosher bakery. Then, cruise past Budapest landmarks like the Chain Bridge and Buda Castle on a romantic Danube River cruise, accompanied by live music, a delicious buffet lunch and Champagne.

Maximize your time in Budapest on a comprehensive semi-private day tour. The day includes hotel pickup and drop-off, enabling you to focus on the sights rather than organizing your own transportation. The comfortable bus tour of the main attractions, such as the Castle District and City Park, is followed by a traditional three-course lunch. Once you’ve eaten your fill, see the city from the best possible vantage point on a two-hour cruise along the Danube with your guide.

Cruise down the Danube on this Budapest river party. During the 1.5-hour cruise, enjoy drinks, meet other travelers, dance to the music and admire views of the city from the water. One welcome drink is included, and you can purchase others from the onboard bar. When booking, you have the option to add on a Budapest pub crawl before the cruise for more nighttime fun.

Discover the best of Eastern Europe on this private 8-day tour through Budapest, Vienna, Prague, and Bratislava. Visit each city’s highlights including traditional thermal baths and Gothic Parliament of Budapest, the Charles Bridge and Old Town of Prague, Schonbrun and Hofburg Palaces in Vienna, and much more and learn about the fascinating history from your private guide. Enjoy daily breakfast and 3- and 4-star accommodation in each city.

For a romantic getaway on Lake Balaton, don't miss this private sailing excursion with a skipper to pilot the boat so you can soak up the sunshine. Head out on the water for a few hours, take the tiller if you want to try sailing yourself, or even hop in the water for a swim. With your favorite person and fantastic views, this sailing getaway is the perfect addition to a Lake Balaton vacation.

Navigate around the Hungarian capital city of Budapest on a private boat tour. With a private group of up to 10 people and a dedicated guide, you'll be guaranteed personalized attention and an intimate atmosphere.