Three capitals by Danube river which reflect greatness of different historical periods.
Discover Three Capitals by the Danube: Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest. Embark on a journey through time as you explore these enchanting cities that showcase the greatness of different historical periods. In Vienna, be captivated by its imperial splendor and baroque architecture, as you visit magnificent palaces and indulge in the city’s renowned classical music scene. In Bratislava, wander through its charming Old Town, where medieval fortresses blend with Gothic and Renaissance buildings, reflecting the city’s rich history. Finally, in Budapest, experience a seamless fusion of East and West, as you admire the stunning parliament building, relax in thermal baths, and marvel at the vibrant nightlife. Let the Danube River be your guide as you uncover the grandeur and diversity of these three remarkable capitals.
Itinerary
Additionally we can arrange transfer from the airport or add extra days in Vienna.
Start of the tour: Vienna morning guided tour of Vienna – walk through the city center. The Capital of Austria is home to nearly one third of the country’s inhabitants and is its primary city. Ranked as one of the best liveable cities in the world enjoying a high quality of life, Vienna is a haven in central Europe and remains a popular tourist destination. You will see all main cultural and historical attractions along the famous Ringstrasse – Vienna Rathaus, Vienna’s historical centre, St Stephen’s Cathedral any many more.
Some free time and then board the boat that will take us along the Danube to Bratislava.
Overnight: Bratislava
After breakfast, city tour of Bratislava. Climb to the castle hill and visit Bratislava Castle. Then we walk to the main square pass the remains of the medieval walls, the city’s main door and Michalova tower with a museum of weapons. We stop in front of the famous Mozart’s palace. And by the majestic St. Martin’s Cathedral, where once Hungarian kings were crowned.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Bratislava
After breakfast depart for Budapest.
See the sights at Budapest’s ‘Champs Elysees’: Opera, National Ballet Academy; walk to the City Park, where there is a beautiful mansion Vajdahunyad, thermal baths, ZOO and amusement park, pass the National Bank, Parliament, the Defence Ministry over the Margaret Bridge and the oldest Turkish baths – hammam on the castle hill on which stands the famous Matthias Church, the Royal Palace and fishing fort.
Walk the mundane shopping street – Váci street, then we will see the market Vörösmarty, which is the oldest patisserie in Hungary, the Basilica of St. Stephen with the chapel where the relics of Stephen’s right hand are kept.
In the evening dinner at the famous Hungarian Carda (local restaurant).
Overnight: Budapest
After breakfast we drove up to Gelert hill with Habsburg fort Citadella and Independence Monument – one of the few remaining communist monuments.
End of the tour.
