Lake Balaton Tours and Activities

With its beaches, forested hills, vineyards, and historic architecture, Lake Balaton is an ideal choice for a day trip from Budapest. With this private tour, avoid slow public transport and travel to parts of the lake inaccessible by train, such as Tihany. Ride the ferry from Szántod, visit the Benedictine Abbey Church, stroll Tagore Promenade, and indulge in a wine tasting in Balatonfüred without worrying about having to drive.

Savor Hungary’s wines and countryside on this private 11-hour trip to Somló from Budapest. Travel to this little-known wine region north of Lake Balaton, where the vineyards coat volcanic slopes, and visit up to three wineries, sampling five to eight wines at each. Learn about Somló’s ‘terroir’ and enjoy a country walk and 3-course Hungarian lunch. Private air-conditioned transport, a specialist wine guide, and local snacks during the last tasting are also included.

Spend a day away from the crowds of the capital without having to join a massive tour group. This private tour takes you a short distance southwest of Budapest to Lake Balaton, a sprawling lake surrounded by charming towns and rolling countryside. Cruise through your day at a leisurely pace with only your private guide by your side. Take a ferry cruise across the lake, walk around the historic village of Tihany (home to the 11th-century Benedictine Tihany Abbey) and enjoy the picturesque views from the Balatonfüred promenade.

Visit scenic Lake Balaton and a Hungarian porcelain factory on a day trip from Budapest. After leaving Budapest, explore the Herend Porcelain Manufactory to see how traditional Hungarian porcelain is made and perhaps purchase some pieces (own expense). Then, admire Tihany Abbey at Lake Balaton before lunch (own expense) and a lakeside stroll in the spa town of Balatonfüred. Air-conditioned transport; factory entrance fee, tour, and coffee or tea included.