3-Day Adventure Itinerary in Hungary

  1. Day 1: Explore Budapest
    Estimated travel time from Budapest Airport: 40 minutes (18km)

    Budapest, the capital of Hungary, has a lot to offer for adventure seekers. Start your day at the Buda Castle Hill, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning panoramic views of the city. Take a walk to the Fisherman's Bastion and enjoy the scenery. Then, head to the Thermal Baths for a relaxing soak in one of the many outdoor hot pools. End your day with a thrilling experience at the Palatinus Strand Water Park, featuring several slides and pools.

  2. Day 2: Hiking in Buda Hills
    Estimated travel time from Budapest city centre: 40 minutes (11km)

    Escape the city and embrace nature with a hike in the Buda Hills. Start from the Normafa viewpoint and make your way through the dense forest trails to the Elizabeth Lookout Tower, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Budapest. Take a rest at the János Hill chairlift, which takes you to the highest peak in Budapest, the János Hill. Finally, end your hiking with some Hungarian specialties at Rétesvár.

  3. Day 3: Caving in Aggtelek National Park
    Estimated travel time from Budapest: 2 hours 40 minutes (195km)

    Explore the exciting subterranean wonders of Aggtelek National Park with a caving adventure. The tour takes you through an 8km-long stalactite cave system with mesmerizing light shows and underground lakes. A qualified instructor will accompany you, and all equipment is provided. After the tour, visit the famous Lillafüred Waterfall for a quick refreshing bath before heading back to Budapest.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Buda Castle Hill (1-2 hours, free)
  • Fisherman's Bastion (30 minutes, 1000 HUF)
  • Thermal Baths (2-3 hours, 6000 HUF)
  • Palatinus Strand Water Park (3-4 hours, 5000 HUF)
  • Hiking in Buda Hills (4-5 hours, free)
  • János Hill Chairlift (30 minutes, 1100 HUF)
  • Rétesvár (1 hour, 3000 HUF)
  • Caving in Aggtelek National Park (4-5 hours, 8000 HUF)
  • Lillafüred Waterfall (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 24,100 HUF

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Danube Bend, where the Danube River flows through a beautiful valley with historical castles and natural wonders or the Hortobágy National Park, an ideal place for bird watching and traditional shepherd lifestyle. If you have less time, you can skip the Thermal Baths or the Lillafüred Waterfall. Remember to check opening hours and make reservations in advance.

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