The 4 Hungary Ferry Trips That Earn Their Price

1.Szentendre: Self-guided Bicycle Tour with optional boat transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 5 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $34Our pick

Start near Gozsdu Court at 11:00 and pedal north from central Budapest to Szentendre on a regular bicycle or e-bike. Follow the Danube through Margaret Island, Óbuda, Roman Beach, and Lupa Lake. Return by train any day or by boat on weekends with the right option.

“Guide, Laszlo, did a great job showing us around Budapest. The ride to Szentendre and boat ride back were terrific. Only thing is I wished we would have had more time in Szentendre... maybe less time riding through Budapest next time!”

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2.From Budapest: Balaton Half-Circle Tour with Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 7 hours

Join Mate from VanAround Tours for a private seven-hour trip from Budapest to Lake Balaton. Travel by nine-seater minibus, stop at Balatonakarattya, Balatonfüred, Tihany, and Siófok, then cross the lake by ferry. The route and time at each stop can be adjusted to suit your group.

“It was a fantastic trip with Mate. We had an unforgettable experience. Mate's generosity, flexibility, and extensive knowledge made our trip truly amazing. Mate is completely dedicated to making his guests happy and ensuring their every need is met. A highly recommended trip to the beautiful Lake Balaton. Thank you Mate!”

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3.Visegrád Hike & Castle Tour with Ferry from Budapest

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $176

Travel from Budapest by panoramic train, cross the Danube by ferry, then hike 250 meters uphill to Visegrád Castle. Your local English-speaking guide leads a small group of up to five, with transport and castle entry included. Tom is one guide associated with the experience.

“the guide was nice, the restaurant waiting time was too long”

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4.From Veszprém: Balaton Half-Circle Tour with Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 6 hours

Travel from Veszprém in a private 9-seater minibus with a local guide, visiting Balatonfüred, Tihany, Siófok, and Balatonakarattya. You can adjust the stops and timing to suit your group, then cross Lake Balaton by ferry and finish with sunset views.

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