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Budapest (Sep 25–28) → Eger (Sep 28–Oct 1) → Vienna (Oct 1–3) — 9‑Day Central Europe Culture, Wine & Thermal Baths Route

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Day 1: Arrival Evening

Budapest, Hungary on September 25, 2025

3:00pm

Hotel check-in & drop luggage

Arrive, settle into your hotel (standard check‑in around 2–3pm) and refresh before an easy first evening walk; useful to collect maps and rail/bus info. Allows you to travel light for sightseeing.
HUF0, 0h45m

4:30pm

Buda Castle district & Fisherman's Bastion walk

Stroll the castle grounds and Fisherman's Bastion for panoramic Danube and Pest views (grounds open 24/7; the Matthias Church interior opens ~9:00–17:00 if you want to return). Great for photos at golden hour.
HUF0, 1h30m

7:30pm

Danube evening cruise or riverside dinner

Take a 60–90 minute evening river cruise for illuminated monuments (many cruises depart 7:00–21:00) or dine riverside at Kiosk Budapest (open ~12:00–23:00) for contemporary Hungarian dishes.
EUR20, 1h30m
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Day 2: Historic Highlights

Budapest, Hungary on September 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at New York Café

Historic, opulent café often called the 'most beautiful café in the world'; opens ~8:00 — perfect to fuel a big sightseeing day.
HUF3500, 1h

9:30am

Hungarian Parliament guided tour

Interior guided tours run roughly 8:00–16:00 (check times and book ahead); iconic Gothic Revival interior and Crown Jewels — a must‑see.
HUF4000, 1h

11:15am

Shoes on the Danube Bank & riverside walk

Short, poignant memorial (no cost) and pleasant riverside stretch between Parliament and Chain Bridge — quick visit of ~20–30 minutes.
HUF0, 0h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Central Market Hall

Large indoor market open ~6:00–18:00 (Mon–Sat) with hearty Hungarian street‑food stalls — try lángos or goulash for an authentic midday meal.
HUF2500, 1h

2:30pm

Széchenyi Thermal Bath

One of Europe’s largest spa complexes, open roughly 6:00–22:00; enjoy indoor pools and outdoor thermal pools — book lockers/entries in advance to skip lines.
HUF7000, 2h

5:30pm

Heroes' Square & City Park quick visit

Iconic square and park next to Széchenyi Baths; good for a relaxed stroll and photos of the Millennium Monument.
HUF0, 0h45m

8:00pm

Dinner at Menza (Liszt Ferenc Square)

Popular restaurant offering classic Hungarian and Central European dishes in a lively square setting; typically open until late.
HUF4500, 1h30m
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Day 3: Panoramas & Museums

Budapest, Hungary on September 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Gerbeaud Café

Classic patisserie in Vörösmarty Square (opens ~8:00) — ideal for coffee, cakes and people‑watching before museum visits.
HUF3000, 1h

9:30am

Matthias Church interior (Buda)

Stunning Gothic church in the Castle District; interior visits generally 9:00–17:00 — admire the frescoes and ornate altars.
HUF2500, 1h

11:00am

Gellért Hill & Citadel viewpoint

Short hike (or taxi) to panoramic views over the city and Danube; open 24/7 and excellent for midday photos.
HUF0, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Paprika or similar traditional spot

Enjoy robust Hungarian flavours — goulash, paprikash and local wines in a cosy local restaurant (usually open midday onward).
HUF3500, 1h30m

3:30pm

House of Terror or Hungarian National Museum

House of Terror (open ~10:00–18:00 Tue–Sun) offers 20th‑century history; National Museum focuses on Hungarian history — pick one depending on interest.
HUF3600, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner at Kéhli Vendéglő or similar

Traditional Hungarian tavern for hearty cuisine and local wines; open evenings — good final night dinner in Budapest style.
HUF5000, 1h30m
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Day 4: To Eger

Eger, Hungary on September 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & last walk near your hotel

Quick café breakfast (Cserpes Tejivó or similar opens early) and one last morning stroll in Budapest neighborhoods before check‑out.
HUF1500, 0h45m

11:00am

Check‑out and depart Budapest → Eger by train

Frequent regional trains/buses take ~2–2.5 hours; trains are comfortable and run multiple times daily — book seats for mid‑September weekends if busy.
HUF3500, 2h15m

2:30pm

Arrive Eger & check-in

Settle into your Eger accommodation (arrival early–mid afternoon typical) and get oriented at Dobo Square and nearby streets.
HUF0, 0h45m

3:30pm

Eger Castle (Vár)

Historic fortress (usually open ~9:00–17:00) with hoards of history and great views; check seasonal hours but afternoon visits are common.
HUF1600, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner & wine tasting in Szépasszonyvölgy (Valley of the Beautiful Women)

A cluster of cellar bars offering local Egri Bikavér wines — many cellars open into the evening; reserve a table or tasting slot for 18:00–21:30.
HUF3000, 2h
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Day 5: Eger Town Day

Eger, Hungary on September 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Macaron Cukrászda

Local pastry shop (opens ~8:00) for coffee and Hungarian cakes before your Eger exploration.
HUF1200, 0h45m

9:30am

Turkish Minaret & Dobo Square

Historic centre highlights — the narrow streets, the minaret (open area 24/7), and the lively main square with cafes and shops.
HUF0, 0h45m

11:00am

Eger Basilica and local museums

Visit the Basilica (usually open mornings to late afternoon) and small local museums for ecclesiastical art and regional history.
HUF0, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Senator‑Ház or local bistro

Try traditional Heves county dishes with a glass of local wine; restaurants open for lunch from ~12:00.
HUF3000, 1h

3:00pm

Eger Thermal Bath (Török Fürdő area)

Relax at the regional thermal pools (generally open ~9:00–20:00) — a calmer alternative to Budapest baths and local favorite.
HUF3000, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Imola Udvarház or Dobó Wine Pub

Casual to mid‑range dinner paired with regionally produced wines; most restaurants serve until 21:00–22:00.
HUF4000, 1h30m
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Day 6: Thermal & Wine

Eger, Hungary on September 30, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local café

Light local breakfast and coffee before a short excursion — many cafés open by 8:00.
HUF1200, 0h45m

9:30am

Half‑day trip to Egerszalók (salt hill & spa)

Short 30–40 minute drive to spectacular travertine terraces and thermal pools — the site (Saliris Resort & Spa area) is typically open ~9:00–20:00.
HUF3000, 3h

1:30pm

Return to Eger & lunch

Lunch back in Eger at a comfortable regional restaurant; relax after the morning thermal visit.
HUF3500, 1h

3:30pm

Guided wine cellars tour / tasting

Book a guided cellar tour in Szépasszonyvölgy to taste Egri Bikavér and cellar specialties — tastings often scheduled in afternoons/evenings; reservations recommended.
HUF4000, 2h

8:00pm

Dinner & relaxed evening

Enjoy a leisurely final night in Eger with dinner in the old town or a cellar setting; many cellars are open late for seasonal tastings.
HUF5000, 2h
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Day 7: Transfer to Vienna

Vienna, Austria on October 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & check‑out

Quick breakfast and last walk through Eger’s town centre prior to departure. Check‑out times typically by 10:00–11:00.
HUF1200, 0h45m

11:00am

Travel Eger → Vienna (via Budapest rail connection recommended)

Best option: Eger → Budapest regional train (~2h15) then Budapest → Vienna Railjet (~2h40). Total ~5–6 hours including transfer; book InterCity/Railjet in advance.
EUR45, 5h30m

4:30pm

Arrival in Vienna & hotel check‑in

Settle into your Vienna accommodation, freshen up, then head out for a casual evening walk in the Innere Stadt (historic centre).
EUR0, 0h45m

7:30pm

Dinner at Figlmüller (schnitzel)

Legendary for its huge Wiener schnitzel; restaurants open from lunchtime into the evening — expect a queue unless reserved.
EUR30, 1h30m
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Day 8: Imperial Vienna

Vienna, Austria on October 2, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Central

Historic literary café in the city centre (opens ~8:00) with classic Viennese pastries and coffee to start the day.
EUR15, 1h

9:30am

Schönbrunn Palace (Grand Tour)

Imperial Habsburg summer palace with extensive gardens; palace tours generally run 8:30–17:30 — book tickets online to skip queues.
EUR25, 2h

12:30pm

Lunch at Naschmarkt

Vibrant food market with international and Austrian options (open early until ~18:30) — great for a flexible, flavorful midday meal.
EUR15, 1h

2:30pm

Belvedere Museum (Upper Belvedere)

Houses Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss and an important art collection; open ~10:00–18:00 — spend ~1–2 hours enjoying the galleries and gardens.
EUR15, 1h30m

4:30pm

St. Stephen's Cathedral & Stephansplatz

Walk the historic heart of Vienna; cathedral is open broadly (6:00–22:00) — consider tower or catacombs visits (tower climb has a fee/limited hours).
EUR6, 0h45m

8:00pm

Evening concert or dinner (Musikverein/State Opera)

Check performance schedules in advance — world‑class classical concerts often start ~19:30–20:00. If no show, enjoy dinner at Plachutta or Steirereck (reservations recommended).
EUR30, 2h30m
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Day 9: Departure Day

Vienna, Austria on October 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & final stroll

Light breakfast in a nearby café (e.g., Café Sperl opens ~8:00) and one last walk along the Ringstrasse if time allows.
EUR12, 0h45m

9:30am

Optional quick museum or shopping

If your flight/train is later, consider a quick Kunsthistorisches Museum visit (opens ~10:00) or souvenir shopping on Graben/Kärntner Straße.
EUR18, 1h30m

11:00am

Hotel check‑out & depart

Check out (usually by 11:00–12:00) and head to Vienna Airport or main rail station (Wien Hauptbahnhof / Westbahnhof) for onward travel.
EUR0, 0h30m
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