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Hop On Hop Off 48 Hour Extravaganza
Get aboard this Big Bus Tours sightseeing extravaganza. The perfect introduction to Budapest, this hop-on hop-off tour provides air conditioning or heat (depending on the season), showcases the most famous landmarks, and explains Budapest's rich cultural history. Discover the city's hidden gems and highlights, joining or departing the tour at any of the stops.
Hop on for panoramic views of spectacular Heroes' Square, elegant Andrassy Avenue, and the magnificent Parliament building. Hop off to explore Margaret Island, the old Castle District, and discover Budapest's hidden gems. Your destination is up to you on this flexible and fun Budapest tour.
Your ticket includes a free night tour, a hop-on hop-off river cruise, and two walking tours - one for each side of the city. The night tour offers the chance to sit back, relax, and enjoy the city's charming evening ambiance. The river cruise takes you on a leisurely journey along the Danube, providing views of Budapest's Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, National Theatre, Chain Bridge, and the Royal Palace. The walking tours allow guests to discover the historic buildings downtown and the castle district.
Book this hop-on hop-off Budapest tour for a comprehensive excursion.
Please Note: There are 2 bus routes which operate with varying frequencies, and a scenic night tour. The Red Route runs every 15 to 20 minutes and it takes approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes to complete the route without getting off. The Blue Route runs every 30 minutes and it takes approximately 30 minutes to complete the route without getting off. The night tour is not a hop-on, hop-off tour. It departs once a night and takes approximately 1 hour to complete. The tours are narrated in English, Hungarian, German, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Polish, Swedish, Danish, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Greek, Turkish, Arabic, Hebrew, Brazilian Portuguese, Czech, Romanian, Croatian, Dutch, and Norwegian. First and last tour times will be detailed in your electronic ticket.
The Red Route includes the following stops:
- Heroes' Square
- Keleti Railway Station
- Hotel Hungaria
- New York Cafe
- Astoria
- Vaci Street
- Castle Garden
- Castle/Funicular
- Batthany Square
- Margaret Island
- Nyugati Railway Station
- Parliament
- Basilica
- Chain Bridge
- River Cruise/ Dock 11n
- Great Market Hall
- National Museum
- Kiraly Street
- Adrassy Avenue
- Opera
- Octagon
- Heroes' Square
The Blue Route includes the following stops:
- Castle Garden
- Citadel
- Castle Garden
To see a map of the stops that are included in this tour, please
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$55 per person
Was $65
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Duration: 2.5 hours
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How to Book Shore Excursions
You can book these tours Online or Call. To buy online, visit our iCruise Shore Excursions website.
or Call 1-800-545-4988
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Reference: Viking River Cruises, Viking Lif, Departing Wed, Jun 4, 2025
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More about this tour
Shore Excursion Size: Standard
Shore Excursion Type: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Shore Excursion Duration: 2.5
Shore Excursion Departs From: Numerous bus stops throughout Budapest. An approximately 5 to 10 minute walk is required to reach your departure location, depending on where you are docked.
Activity Level: Easy
Food/Beverage Provided: Not Included
Recommended Dress: We recommend wearing comfortable seasonal clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
Restrictions: Participants must be able to get in and out of the vehicle. This tour can accommodate guests with folding wheelchairs, provided that they are accompanied by a companion for assistance.