The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Veszprem County, Central Transdanubia

With this, all inclusive tour, our aim is to introduce you to our history through visiting one of Hungary's most well-preserved fortress castles built in the 13th century, where you will take part in the castle tournament followed by medieval feast while showing you the countryside. On the way you will be able to stroll on the cobbled stoned walking streets of Veszprem town. Tour available all year from Budapest, during winter Wednesdays and Saturdays during Summer every day. First you will be able to explore the magnificent castle itself then admire the skills of Knights and their horses with graceful movements during the castle games followed by a 4 course medieval feast and unlimited consumption of wine. In the price, transport to and from your hotel with English speaking driver, castle entrance ticket, knight tournament with medieval dinner is included.

Inclusions: Transport, Tournament, Medieval feast (dinner), Hotel pickup, Castle entrance fee, Hotel drop off

Exclusions: Gratuities

Looking for a day out with a difference where you will be treated as a VIP? Then don't look any further and let us create a bespoke, private tour combined with sightseeing around the beautiful Lake Balaton, Hungary's and Central Europe's largest freshwater lake with wine tasting, cheese and cold plate included in the price. We have many years of experience providing unique tours with the help of our local experts and the good relationship with locals. From Budapest it will be a 1.5 hour drive with a stop off at the historic town of Szekesfehervar. Your tour will start and finish at your Budapest hotel. Throughout your journey you will visit little known boutique vineyards as well as some prestigious wineries, north of Lake Balaton with the famous Csopak wine region and the scenic Tihany with views to Lake Balaton and its natural beauties.

Inclusions: Private transport, wine tasting, cheese and cold plate, Alcoholic Beverages, Lunch

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Seeing just Budapest in Hungary is not the wisest thing to do.  Lake Balaton is the essence of Hungarian rural beauty. Hungary's version of Provance. And our favourite region in Hungary. You will enjoy stunning views, tiny villages with century-old whitewashed houses, amazing formations of nature. Balaton Uplands has been chosen by Mastercard users one of the Top 15 Hidden Treasures travel destinations of Europe. The 10 hour tour is filled with beauties of nature, interesting history and very good wine! The beauty of the nature, the great gastronomy, the fresh wines, the charme of the villages and the historical and architectural heritage of the region are all good reasons to make a visit here

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local taxes, All activities, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Landing and facility fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, wine tasting (appr. eur 25/person), additional entrance fees in case they apply (if we visit the Balaton Uplands National Park, we discuss this on the tour day, this depends on weather and if you want this), Gratuities

Take a memorable all day private Lake Balaton tour with a perfect guide. Make a visit to the famous cities of Tihany, Balatonfüred and Herend with a 3 course menu lunch included.Enjoy a marvellous swim and some relax in the sun. Wonderful trip in a wonderful nature! Make your travel pleasant and comfortable by using this service. The tour can be booked 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from 1 person up to 8 persons.

Inclusions: 3-course lunch with drinks, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Gratuities

Take a private tour from Budapest to the unique 300-meter-long cave system of Tapolca, situated under the heart of the charming town near Lake Balaton. It was opened to the public in 1912 after ten years of its discovery. Small boats can be hired to explore the cave system. Merely 15–20 m below the town a 5 km long cave system criss-crosses the Miocene limestone layers. This includes the 3.3 km long cave lake, which is mostly filled with karst water. The cave was discovered in 1903 during well digging. After visiting the cave lake you will have time to stroll along the streets of Tapolca , have lunch by the lake and then discover the next settlement of Tihany with a beautiful view to Lake Balaton. On your way back to Budapest you will be able to enjoy the historic town of Szekesfehervar. In the evening returning back to Budapest to your hotel.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance tickets to cave lake

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Explore the romantic Hungarian lakeside with your professional Hungarian, English and German speaking tour guide. Riding through Hungary's Balaton Uplands on a bicycle allows you to experience the area as a native, not just a tourist. Follow winding paths through hidden villages, stunning countryside but foremost the beautiful lakeside. Along the route, take a rest in the shadows of the historic walls of Tihany, the pearl of Lake Balaton. Your guide will be happy to share some history of the region.The guide will adjust the difficulty, pace and duration to your request and fitness level.

Inclusions: tour guide, bikes, Drinks

Exclusions: food

This will be a pleasant walking tour with your local, English and German speaking professional tour guide in the historical village of Tihany in a stunning setting on the north shore of Lake Balaton, situated on the Tihany Peninsula. This tour is great if you wish to get to know more of the area and grasp more of its history. The centre of the district is the Benedictine Abbey, which was founded in 1055 AD by Andrew I, who is buried in the crypt. There are also many traditional, pottery and crafts museum where you will be able to go in with your guide, all included in the price of this private tour.

Inclusions: Licensed Guide, Entrance ticket

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner

The Hungarian “sea” (called Balaton) tour could cover the largest hand-painting porcelain manufactory of the world in Herend or Veszprém, the city of queens, the 1000-year old Benedictine Abbey in Tihany and a beautiful walkway in Balatonfüred. Herend is famous for its Porcelain Manufactory – you can see how the luxury hand painted products are made (and also can buy products if you want). In Tihany you can visit the Benedictine Abbey, and enjoy a delightful panorama of Lake Balaton. In Balatonfüred you could take a walk on the bank. A lot of sailboats and yachts could be seen on the lake. If you get tired, there are a lot of benches to relax and cafés to refresh yourself. If the weather is enough warm, you can try a beach if you want.

Inclusions: Private tour guiding, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop off (other locations available upon request), Transportation by a comfortable, air-conditioned car, Parking and motorway fees, All taxes (including VAT), An unforgettable experience

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Dining, Infant/ child seat: +10 EUR/ tour

Be part of this great experience and sign up for our private Heviz geothermal Lake and Wellness Tour with a stop on route at one of Hungary's most unique towns loaded with history. Then enjoy a swim in Europe's biggest geothermally heated lake with all year around bathing and wellness facilities since the water temperature always stays between 26-38 degrees Celsius even during the coldest winter months. With various massages, sauna, wellness and mud bath options you will surely be rejuvenated inside out. On your way back you will have a chance to stop at some nice towns and settlements with your English speaking driver/guide. The lake is situated near the western end of Lake Balaton about 2.5 hours away from Budapest, with adjacent spa baths both outdoor and indoor. This is a whole day tour with private, English speaking driver leaving from and returning to Budapest.

Inclusions: Private, English speaking driver and Budapest hotel pick up and drop off or Budapest airport alternatively, Entrance ticket

Exclusions: Gratuities

Visit the world famous Herend Porcelain Manufactory with us and get to know about porcelain making technology. Book this private, taylor made experience to explore Lake Balaton and its surroundings with us. Enjoy a beautiful lunch with the view from the Tihany Abbey and afterwards walk with your professional private guide along the gorgeous promenade in Balatonfüred.

Inclusions: Professional english speaking tour guide, Private transportation, Entrance ticket to the Herend Porcelain Manufacture, Coffe or tea in the Herend Porcelain Coffe House, Lunch in a beautiful hungarian restaurant

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