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Budapest is a city of two halves divided by the mighty River Danube and sewn together by a collection of beautiful, elegant bridges. The most famous is the Szechenyi Chain Bridge, the first permanent crossing to link the two halves of the city. The two parts of the city are very different; the flatter, lively region of Pest looks across the water to its older, historical neighbour, the hilly Buda that rises up away from the banks of the river.

Pest is the busy, modern part of the city, with excellent shopping, trendy bars and modern restaurants. Buda has a distinctly medieval atmosphere, with beautiful old buildings and cobbled streets. Budapest was once the joint capital of the Austro-Hungarian Habsburg Empire. The city and its buildings have been restored to their very best in what is now one of Europe's finest, grandest and most picturesque cities. Budapest is known for its baths - the hot bath water is said to flow from a hundred streams. Home to the city's famous bathing chess players, the Széchenyi Bath is Budapest's most famous outdoor baths, which was built in New Baroque style and is open all year round.

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Delights of the Danube: Budapest to Passau
4.3 stars(97 reviews)
2025Aug
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Uncover the gems of Hungary, Slovakia and Austria on a luxurious Danube river cruise. Explore the fascinating cities of Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna, marvel at the striking Melk Abbey in the Wachau Valley, indulge in local cuisine and sample some of the region's finest wines. Choose to spend a day in historic Salzburg, the birthplace of...

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Grand Imperial Cities
4.6 stars(210 reviews)
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Embrace the storied past of grand empires on this bestselling rail holiday. Starting amid Vienna's glorious Habsburg palaces and ornate architecture, enjoy a strudel-making show at Schönbrunn Palace with tasting, before savouring the delights of Hungary's dignified capital, Budapest. Absorb panoramic views of the illuminated Parliament and Buda...

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Imperial Cities & Delights of the Danube
4.4 stars(41 reviews)
2025Aug
2026JunJulAugSep

Embrace the storied past of grand empires on a captivating rail-and-cruise holiday. Starting in the German capital of Berlin, uncover the magic of Prague from its sprawling capital and enchanting Charles Bridge. Absorb panoramic views of Budapest's grand architecture on an illuminated evening cruise before setting sail for the fascinating cities...

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The Beautiful Blue Danube: Passau Round Trip
4.5 stars(64 reviews)
2025Aug
2026JunJulAug

Enjoy leisurely cruising through four countries and three capital cities, with plenty of time to admire the delightful river scenery. Experience the enchanting town of Dürnstein, where time seems to stand still with its cobbled streets and charming architecture. We admire the dramatically located Abbey of Melk, perched majestically on the...

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The Beautiful Blue Danube: Passau Round Trip - Fly
4.8 stars(41 reviews)
2025Aug
2026JunJulAug

Experience the convenience of direct flights to and from Munich with our 8-Day Danube river cruise. This effortless itinerary offers the perfect introduction to the must-see highlights of the Danube. Enjoy leisurely cruising through four countries and three capital cities, with plenty of time to admire the delightful river scenery. Discover the...

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Glacier Express, Austrian Alps & Danube Cruise
3.8 stars(8 reviews)
2025Aug
2026JunAugSep

This carefully curated holiday takes you on an unforgettable journey through some of Europe's most scenic and culturally rich destinations. The adventure starts on the shores of Lake Geneva to experience the breathtaking Swiss Alps before boarding the iconic Glacier Express. Our explorations continue with a luxurious cruise along the Danube,...

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Imperial Cities: Prague, Vienna & Budapest
4.4 stars(112 reviews)
2025AugSep
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Explore the fascinating cities of Prague, Vienna and Budapest, encountering their rich heritage of art, history and culture while visiting world-class castles, palaces and museums. Flying to Prague, experience the medieval charm of the Czech capital, a magical city of exquisite architecture. Travel by train to Vienna to uncover the timeless...

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The Classic Blue Danube: Passau to Budapest
4.5 stars(26 reviews)
2026JunJulAug

Journey down the blue Danube, where each bend in the river reveals a new tapestry of architectural wonders and culture. Delve into the history of the Ottoman and Habsburg empires and wander among inspiring architecture in Budapest and Vienna. Sail through the beautiful Wachau Valley to Dürnstein and captivating Melk Abbey. Discover the beauty of...

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Experience an eclectic cruise along the blue Danube, with landscapes brimming with ancient cities, architectural marvels, and cultural significance. Enjoy a scenic rail journey to our cruise ship, soaking up the picturesque landscapes along the way. Once onboard the luxurious Amadeus Imperial, explore the rich legacies of this iconic river. From...

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Delights of the Danube: Budapest to Passau
19/Jul
Trewithen Caravan and Camping
5 stars
“Wonderful experience, 5 star, Amazing memories made.
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Imperial Cities & Delights of the Danube
18/Jul
Mr Timothy Silvanusdavis
5 stars
“We had a great trip, loved every minute of it, apart from the hotel in Frankfurt. Evening meal was below par and breakfast the chef went AWOL so no omelette ! Hotel was music themed and quirky, but no sockets worked in the room, which was very inconvenient! Wouldn’t rush back...
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Grand Imperial Cities
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“Great way to get a "taster" of 4 cities quickly.
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The Beautiful Blue Danube: Passau Round Trip - Fly
8/Jul
Keith
5 stars
“What a fantastic holiday and the 2 ladies in charge, were brilliant and could not ask for anything more. The whole thing from start to finish was so well organised and a big thank you to everyone.
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Imperial Cities: Prague, Vienna & Budapest
27/May
Janet Stoney
5 stars
“Excellent tour guide , well planned and very good local guides.
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The Classic Blue Danube: Passau to Budapest
11 Sep 2024
John Hopper
5 stars
“We were impressed with the cruise organisation, with information details and choice of tours. The crew and tour leaders created a very relaxed atmosphere. The evening entertainments – quizzes, folk dancing and singing and the Vienna Philharmonic quartet were all very enjoyable. The evening cruise along the Danube from Budapest...
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The Beautiful Blue Danube: Passau Round Trip
9/Jul
Cynthia
4 stars
“The actual cruise was really good, There were lots of interesting things to see, good food and excellent local guides. The return journey was marred by problems with German Rail. This resulted in us missing our Eurostar connection and we and to stay an extra night in Brussels. The...
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Glacier Express, Austrian Alps & Danube Cruise
13 Sep 2024
geoffrey greenwood
4 stars
“First 6 days were tiring, cruise was excellent
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Buda Castle

Standing impressively on the banks of Buda Hill, overlooking the Danube, is Buda Castle. The historic castle and palace complex, which was completed in 1265, has UNESCO World Heritage status and was home to the Kings of Hungary. The complex contains some fascinating museums including Budapest Historical Museum, the Ludwig Museum of Contemporary Art and the National Gallery.

Hungarian opera
Budapest rivals Vienna as an international Opera capital. The city's fantastic neo-Renaissance opera house, the Hungarian State Opera House, was built in 1884 and is worth visiting even if you don't enjoy opera.

Statue Park
One of Budapest's most remarkable (and controversial) attractions is the Statue Park (Szoborpark), located in a quiet suburb of Buda. Described as a "Communist Theme Park", it contains (among others) a gigantic statue of Lenin and Cubist statues of Marx and Engels.

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