Danube Holiday Markets
Celebrate the season in the birthplace of many beloved holiday traditions Budapest has celebrated Christmas for a thousand years, since the reign of St. Stephen, the king who fo...
Departing Date :
9 Dec 2019
Delightful Danube & Prague
An extraordinary journey for aficionados of European history, music and art Experience dynamic Budapest and imperial Vienna. Marvel at ravishing scenery as your luxurious ship g...
Departing Date :
30 Oct 2019
Highlights of Eastern Europe
Gaze in wonder at the lofty spires of Hungary’s Parliament Building as it rises majestically above the Danube in Budapest. Sit down for friendly, intimate meals with farmers in ...
Departing Date :
12 Aug 2019
Magnificent Europe
14 night cruise sailing from Budapest aboard the MS AmaVerde. Visit Vienna, Melk, Passau (Munich), Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Miltenberg, Andernach, Cologne and A...
Departing Date :
9 Nov 2019
Budapest is the capital of Hungary, a European country that shares borders with several countries including Romania, Croatia and Austria. Budapest is split into two different cities by the Danube River. On the hilly West Bank lies Buda, while on the flat East Bank you'll find Pest. Much of Budapest has been assigned UNESCO World Heritage status including the Buda Castle quarter and even the Danube River banks themselves. Budapest also has the biggest Jewish community in the Europe.
Budapest cruises disembark at Budapest Port on the Danube River, within the centre of town.
Sights to See
Once you reach Budapest, walk along the banks of the Danube and marvel at Hungary's diverse architecture. From there, head over to Buda to see the neo-Gothic Matthias Church and other historic landmarks. Cross the bridge to Pest and wander through the old Jewish district and visit the stunning Budapest Central Synagogue. Once you've had enough of sightseeing, enjoy a unique Hungarian experience with a soak at one of Budapest's thermal baths. Want to see it all? Take a tour of Budapest…
What's for Lunch
Locals come alive over coffee and cake in the cafes of Budapest. Head to one of the age old cafes in Buda and enjoy an intense meal, sweet strudel and creamy coffee – all made from scratch.
If you see only one thing...
Budapest's most famous landmark and a 'must see' for all travellers is the heritage listed Buda Castle. See this grand landmark and its serene view by taking the Funicular Railway up the hill.
Local speak
Ask a local the time in Hungarian by saying Hány óra van?
Memento
Bring home a piece of Hungarian folk art or a boutique bottle of wine from one of the street markets in Budapest.