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 had a wonderful hike with Laszlo. He was very knowledgeable about the area & history as well as the forest. He even helped us with navigating our transportation to our next destination!”
Guided hike from Dömös with hotel pickup, air-conditioned van, snacks, and Danube-bend views, plus gorge ladders from Budapest.
“About 1 hour from Budapest. They offer pick ups and drop offs at many hotels. Our original guide could not make it so Attila was our guide. He spoke English well. Took us on a challenging but rewarding full day hike through Ipoli National Park. We started from Dobogoko to Predikaloszek Peak where you can…”
Full-day Danube Bend hike from Budapest with AC pickup, steep ridge views at Predikaloszek, Ram gorge waterfalls, plus Visegrád Castle ticket.
“So, we just got back from this awesome 18 km hiking tour outside Budapest with our guide Gyuri, and I've got to say, it was a blast! First off, Budapest is stunning, but getting out into the countryside was a whole different level of beauty. Our guide Gyuri is very knowledgeable about the area and…”
Guided hike in Budapest’s Buda Hills: Normafa and Kis-Hárs viewpoints, Elizabeth Lookout Tower, optional Hungarian lunch, small group.
“wow! what a tour! such incredible views and the nature was a beautiful break from the city. Lazslo was so knowledgeable and overall a great day!”
Hike to Julianus Lookout Tower and paddle the calm Danube Bend by kayak on a private day trip from Budapest with pickup.
“The best activity I have done in Budapest! I regret not starting with this activity 7 days ago when I landed here, Gyuri was amazing very helpful, knowledgeable and also very considerate to the fact this was our first hiking (my sister and I), he picked us up and dropped us at the hotel as…”
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.
“I had an excellent time with Zsolt as my guide. This was my first day in Budapest after over 25 hours of flying. I was looking for an excursion that took me out of the city to nature, an opportunity to get out and hike as well as learn about the country. This trip did…”
Normafa’s easy 3-hour hike from Budapest with a historian, plus Elizabeth Lookout panoramic views. Small-group walk.
“Tour was really enjoyable. Great to see another side to Budapest if you like nature and a bit of relaxed hiking. Our guide Daniel was really lovely. Had so much knowledge and really helped us understand the history of Budapest!”
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.
