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9-Hour Guided Tour of Lake Balaton & Tihany Peninsula with Cruise & Round-Trip Transfers

Lake Balaton cruise with Tihany Abbey in the background, Hungary.
Lake Balaton cruise boat with Tihany Abbey in the background, Hungary.
Lake Balaton cruise with Tihany Abbey in the background, Hungary.
Lake Balaton cruise with Tihany Abbey in the background, Hungary.

Explore Lake Balaton and Tihany Abbey on a day trip from Budapest. Cruise on the lake and soak up the scenery. A nature lover’s dream!

Highlights

  • Discover Lake Balaton, the largest lake in Central Europe, with a professional guide.

  • Get round-trip transfers from Budapest to Lake Balaton and some free time to explore the lake on your own.

  • Step back in time at the Tihany Abbey, a medieval masterpiece perched on a peninsula.

  • Stroll along the elegant promenade of Balatonfüred, the oldest spa town in Hungary.

  • Set out on a relaxing boat ride on the lake, a sulfocarbonate water body with unique properties.

  • Fun Fact: Tihany Echo repeats sound up to 7 times off abbey walls.

Inclusions

  • 9-hr tour of Lake Balaton & Tihany Peninsula

  • English and Spanish-speaking guide

  • Round-trip transfers in AC vehicle

  • Cruise

Exclusions

  • Entrance fee to Tihany Abbey

  • Hotel pick up & drop off

  • Lunch

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Join this 9-hour tour of Lake Balaton, the largest lake in Central Europe from Budapest. Travel by car or minibus to the lake’s northern shore from where you can see the ancient Tihany Abbey, perched on a UNESCO-listed peninsula with stunning views of the lake and its surroundings. Spend your free time exploring the local markets and dining at a charming restaurant at an additional cost to enjoy the local wine and cuisine. Next, visit Balatonfüred, the oldest spa town in Hungary, where you can admire the elegant villas and promenades along the lakefront. Finally, hop on a boat and glide on the lake, as you appreciate its natural beauty and sulfocarbonate character. At the end of the tour, you'll be dropped back in Budapest.

Important Information

  • Bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, water bottle.
  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

  • Meet your guide at Cityrama Travel Agency.

  • Address: Budapest Báthory utca 22, Báthory utca 19, 1054 Hungary.

  • Landmark: Cityrama / Gray Line Hungary Sightseeing Office, Báthory utca 19, 1054 Budapest. (near the Parliament)

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

  • The closest bus stop is Báthory utca / Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.

  • Board buses 9, 15, 105 and more to get you there.

By Trolleybus

  • The closest trolleybus stop is Báthory utca / Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út. It is a quick 2-minute walk to the meeting point.

  • Board trolleybus #72 to get you there.

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