BUDAPEST
The best of Budapest, on both banks of the Danube.
Budapest's 14 most popular hiking & trekking, side by side: what each one costs, how long it runs and where you book it. The pick of the bunch, and what the day actually gets you on either bank of the Danube.
Half-day Budapest hike in the Buda hills with a 10-person guide, forest trails, Elizabeth Tower views, and a small post-hike surprise.
Most Popular“We highly highly recommend this hike! We had such an enjoyable time. Other than the climb up Elizabeth Tower, the hike was relatively easy. It was a perfect getaway from the busy city. Laszlo was a terrific guide. He mixed in a little bit of history with fun facts about our surroundings. He clearly has…”
Guided hike from Dömös with hotel pickup, air-conditioned van, snacks, and Danube-bend views, plus gorge ladders from Budapest.
“One of the best hikes I have ever done, Gyuri is an amazing guy, very knowledgeable and chatty but also gives you moments of silence to absorb the amazing views surrounding your hike. He knew when to talk and when not to, and the route we took, just got better and better, I can’t remember…”
Full-day Danube Bend hike from Budapest with AC pickup, steep ridge views at Predikaloszek, Ram gorge waterfalls, plus Visegrád Castle ticket.
“Really great experience, our guide Gyuri was knowledgeable and really friendly. The views were beautiful and totally worth it. I highly recommend this tour.”
Guided hike in Budapest’s Buda Hills: Normafa and Kis-Hárs viewpoints, Elizabeth Lookout Tower, optional Hungarian lunch, small group.
“Great guide. Share lots of knowledge about nature and you get to learn some fun facts. Amazing viewpoints with great panorama that you don't have to work too hard for. The walk is also suitable for kids and teenagers and for all fitness levels. I booked without lunch because it's not needed for the duration…”
Hike to Julianus Lookout Tower and paddle the calm Danube Bend by kayak on a private day trip from Budapest with pickup.
“The day was so amazing. The hike was beautiful and you could take it at your own pace. Kayaking was such a lovely experience with incredible views. We enjoyed the stop halfway on the kayaks to get an ice cream. The guide Gyuri was so friendly and made the whole day perfect. Would highly recommend!!!”
Private hike from Budapest to Visegrád Castle over the Danube Bend, then elegant SaunaHouse with multiple sauna styles and plunge pool.
“Vi havde en god og hyggelig tur med en guide, der havde stor engagement og imødekommenhed. Han var god til at fortælle os om Ungarn og forskellige historier. Rigtig god oplevelse!”
Forest-to-viewpoint hike around Budapest with Elizabeth Lookout, Fairy rock, water and snacks, plus optional chairlift after pickup.
“It was great to get out of the city to see it from a different perspective. Our guide was very personable and we had great conversation as we hiked through the forest. He even surprised us with a ride in the chair lift back up to where the car was parked. We were happy to…”
5-hour half-day hike in Hungary’s Rám-szakadék gorge from Budapest: waterfalls, stream crossings, shaded beech forests, and spring water.
“Eine wunderbare Tour durch den Wald im Pilis-Gebirge zu Ràm szakadék, wirklich ein Abenteuer! Wir, zwei Frauen ü50, hatten großes Glück mit unserem Guide, Attila. Sehr sympathisch, freundlich, zuverlässig und hilfsbereit. Er führte uns sicher durch die - teilweise etwas matschige und abenteuerliche - Schlucht, erzählte fachkundig und begeistert über die Natur. Vielen Dank für…”
Hike to Visegrád Castle above the Danube, then unwind at Leányfalu’s sauna house with multiple heat rooms and plunge pools.
“We loved Zsolt as a tour guide. We had to have been the slowest participants he has ever had, but he was extremely patient! This is a long day excursion and you better be able to do 2 - 80 minute hikes (one being uphill). Zsolt has a nice personality and great knowledge, so he’s…”
Normafa’s easy 3-hour hike from Budapest with a historian, plus Elizabeth Lookout panoramic views. Small-group walk.
“The guide Daniele was amazing and wonderful. We had such a great time and the tour was beautiful. Highly racommended.”
Escape Budapest’s streets on a guided Buda Mountains hike with picnic lunch, a children-run railway stop, and a 360° tower view.
“Recommend this tour for first time visitors to Budapest who want to get out of the city and see the beautiful area surrounding it. Our guide was awesome, gave us a ton of history during the hike as well as just good all around conversation. You will visit a unique railway where the workers on…”
Private 7-hour hike from Budapest to Church of Pilis, Roger viewpoint, runic stones, and the Heart of Earth.
“This trip was very smooth, nicely organized. Zsolt seemed to be a very experienced guide, as well as a really down to earth, and friendly person, who nice to be around with. I really recommeny any of his trips! :)”
Hike and kayak Hungary’s Danube Bend from Budapest. Nagymaros lookout tower, forest trail, calm paddling, Visegrád Castle views.
“What a fabulous day! The highlight of our trip to Hungary. Gyorgy and Nikki were the best guides and hosts. Friendly, interesting, knowledgeable, professional! Every aspect was first rate. I strongly recommend.”
Budapest chairlift + Normafa walk and fairytale rock. Rooftop 360 views, monastery ruins, and a guide who brings it to life.
“Wonderful tour to a beautiful place, with spectacular views and scenery. Zsolt was a fantastic guide. he was very knowledgeable and a pleasure to be with. Highly recommend this.”
The baths, the river, the castle hill and the ruin bars - and every way to spend a day on either bank of the Danube.
