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Social Programs
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A) Half day Excursions
GRAND CITY TOUR – BUDAPEST
There are those who fall in love with Budapest at first sight and those who only come to love it after a longer introduction, but everyone will agree that this is one of the most beautifully laid out cities in the world. The powerful current of the Danube divides it into two parts, the hills and valleys of Buda on one side and the flatlands of Pest on the other. In spring, Margaret Island becomes a vibrant green patch on the blue waters of the river. There are caves, curative thermal springs and special conversation areas, all in a bustling capital city with a population of 2 million people. Among the things of historical interest to be seen in Budapest are the Roman era amphitheatre, the Turkish baths and the unique Hungarian version of secessionist architecture.
Grand City Tour – Passing by the Parliament we cross the Danube through the Margaret-Bridge (Margaret-Island) and drive to the Royal Castle on the Buda side, where we visit the Fishermen’s Bastion (Promenade) and the Matthias Church after we climb to the Gellért Hill (Photostop), we cross Elisabeth-Bridge and drive towards Heroes’ Square (Promenade). Passing by the Opera and St. Stephen’s Basilica we reach Hotel InterContinental, where the tour ends.
Duration: 3 hours
Departure: every day 10:00, 11:00, 14:30,
Price: EUR 25
PARLIAMENT TOUR
House of Parliament – Take the opportunity for a visit of the impressive House of Parliament – after a walk around Hungary’s largest building, interior visit of the magnificent neo-gothic Parliament (Home of the Holy Hungarian Crown) with guidance through the splendid session room, the impressive staircase and the wonderful Great Vaulted Hall.
Duration: 1,5 hours
Departure: every day 09:30, 13:15
Price: EUR 20
JEWISH BUDAPEST
While the tour the participants visit the Dohány Street Synagogue, the second largest synagogue of the world, the Jewish Museum (interior visit), the Jewish Cemetery, the Holocaust Memorial and the surroundings of the Synagogue. The tour ends at the orthodox centre, there is possibility for a lunch in a kosher restaurant and visit of the orthodox temple. (No tour during holidays and on special occasions)
Duration: 3 hours
Departure: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday: 10:00
Price: EUR 25
HUNGARIAN DINNER
Dinner in a typical Hungarian restaurant. The restaurant is decorated with rustic-style wooden chairs and tables giving the feel of a traditional Hungarian restaurant. Upon arrival you are greeted by the master of the house, who welcomes everybody with special fruit brandy and fresh salty scones. An unforgettable evening is guaranteed by gipsy music and authentic folklore show, as well as typical local dishes and a good selection of wines.
Price: EUR 45
ROYAL TOUR - GÖDÖLLŐ
GÖDÖLLŐ the 18th century central estate of the Grassalkovich counts, and transferred to the ownership of the king in 1867. The beloved queen of Hungarians, „Sissi”, enjoyed staying at the royal castle, it is an outstanding example of Central European baroque architecture. Today, the Castle Museum opens its doors to thousand of visitors. Excursion to Gödöllő - Visit to the former Summer-Residence of Queen Elisabeth (Sissi) in Gödöllő ( the second largest baroque chateau of the world) – interior visit – Walk through the park of the castle to the Royal stables and the Riding School – coffee & cake at the Palace Café. Return to Budapest – Tour ends at the city centre.
Duration: 4 hours
Departure: every day: 09:00
Price: EUR 45
SZENTENDRE
Half day excursion to the unique artists' village of Szentendre, just 20 minutes by coach north of Budapest. With its red-tiled roofs, narrow alleyways, brightly painted houses and Orthodox churches built by the Serbians who settled there in the 17th century, Szentendre became an artists' colony in this century and today hosts many festivals throughout the year. Hungary's largest open-air folk museum, or skanzen, is also in Szentendre. Between April and October folk crafts are demonstrated in and around traditional houses, churches, mills and other buildings typical of small villages throughout the country. While the tour guest visit the magnificent “Caprice” Hungarian Jewellery Museum – Multimedia Presentation – coffee at the Marzipan museum – after a walk through the Baroque centre of the town – participants return by boat to Budapest on the Danube. The tour ends at the Pier in the city center.
Duration: 4,5 hours
Departure: daily except Monday: 14:00
Price: EUR 45
B) Full day Excursions
DANUBE BEND TOUR
DANUBE BEND: The above term signifies the twenty kilometre long bend of the Danube and its surrounding environment, including the extensive holiday area. The „real” scenic Danube Bend begins at VISEGRÁD. The Romans built a fortress at the settlement located at the foot of the steep rocks of the Visegrád Mountains. The Lower and Upper Castle of Visegrád was built in the 13th century.
The unique location of the thermal baths in Lepence warrants in itself a visit. The West Gate of Danube Bend is ESZTERGOM.
Esztergom is the centre of the Hungarian Roman Catholic church. The city is also of historical significanc. St. Stephen, the first Hungarian king, was born here, he was crowned in this town in 1001. He founded the archbishopric of Esztergom. The main cathedral built in the 19th century is the largest church in Hungary.
The South Gate of Danube Bend is SZENTENDRE. The tiny town squares, meandering streets, Serb temples, baroque bourgeois buildings contribute to a uniquely picturesque, Mediterranean atmosphere. Today, Szentendre is the town of museums. Many museums and galleries exhibit the works of artists who lived or currently live in the artists’ quarter established in the past century.
The Danube Bend – an excursion into Hungary’s history – we take you to Visegrád, the former Royal Residence and to Esztergom (Center of the Catholic Church) – after the interior visit of the Cathedral and Lunch (3-course menu) we carry on to the Baroque Artists’ Village Szentendre (guided walk) – we visit the magnificent Caprice Hungarian Jewellery Center – coffee and softdrinks - return to Budapest – the tour ends at the City Centre.
Duration: 9 hours
Departure: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 14:00
Price: EUR 65
PUSZTA TOUR
Spend an unforgettable day in the Puszta. The tour includes a guided walk in Kecskemét. Then participants depart for Lajosmizse, where they are welcomed with Pálinka, a traditional Hungarian Drink after the great performance of the famous horsemen and a carriage ride through the Puszta. A Typical Hungarian meal (3-course menu with wine) is served in the “csárda” with accompaniment of gipsy music. The tour ends in Budapest at the hotels of the guests.
Duration: 8 hours
Departure: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 9:00
Price: EUR 70
HEREND, LAKE BALATON TOUR
Herend a world famous centre of porcelain - after a guided tour through the world’s largest Porcelain Manufacture (founded 1826), coffee at the "PORCELANIUM" - possibility for shopping - afterwards we drive to the Peninsula Tihany the famous nature reserve (interior visit of the Abbey, founded 1051) - then lunch in a traditional Csárda (3-course menu with wine) - drive to the oldest Spa, Balatonfüred (Promenade) - Return to Budapest - Tour ends at the hotel.
Duration: 9 hours
Departure: Tuesday, Saturday: 9:00
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