Wine & Food Tasting Cruise on the Danube
Experience the world-renowned Hungarian wine culture from first hand while having an unforgettable cruise on the River Danube! Two must have activities, double the pleasure. The river cruise will take you to astonishing sights such as the House of Parliament, the Basilica and the Great Market Hall on the Pest side and the Buda Castle, the Fisherman’s Bastion and the Gellért Bath on the opposite side of the river.
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Wine & Dine
What's included in Wine & Food Tasting Cruise on the Danube
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Indulge your senses in an unforgettable journey through the rich flavors of Hungary at our exclusive wine tasting event. A special evening, about Hungarian wines and delicious delicacies expertly paired with our carefully selected traditional food to taste. Taste the complexity and heritage of Hungarian wines while you can admire the most dazzling sights of Budapest. To further enrich the evening, enjoy our engaging presentation that delves into the history, production techniques and stories behind the wines presented. Explore the captivating stories that shaped these exceptional vintages. Raise your knowledge to a higher level during one magical evening. Whether you are a professional wine expert or just a hobbyist, we guarantee unforgettable experiences and a good atmosphere! Enjoy an evening of elegance, taste and discovery! Members of the Rajkó Orchestra will ensure the ship's original Hungarian atmosphere, providing familiar, beloved tunes for the whole evening.
Food Menu
STARTER - Eggplant cream
Served with sourdough bread, paired with a wine from Balatonfüred-Csopaki Wine Region (northern coast of Balaton)
STARTER - Duck breast with plums in balsamic vinegar, sweet potato mousse
Paired with wine from Balatonboglár Wine Region - (southern coast of Balaton)
MAIN - Beef stew cooked with Villányi Merlot
Served with traditional dumplings and paired with Villányi Wine Region (south-west)
MAIN - Hungarian stuffed cabbage made with turkey meat
Paired with wine from Nagy-Somlói Wine Region– the country's smallest historic wine region
DESSERT - Somlói Cream dessert
Paired with a dessert wine from Tokaj-Hegyaljai Wine Region – the world's first closed wine region, since 1737
Inclusions
- Tastings of 5 Hungarian wines from 5 different regions
- Live Music by the Rajkó Folk Ensemble
- Sightseeing cruise on the Danube
- Tasting of 5 traditional meals paried with the wines
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Legal drinking age is 18 in Hungary
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Between the Chain Bridge and the Parliament, Akademia dock no. 2. Look for boat "Grof Szechenyi".
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Ticket Redemption
In case you have any queries please call the following phone number: +361 317 2754 Check in time is 6.30pm or 9:30pm at the meeting point, departure time is 7pm or 10pm Danube Palace in central Budapest Address Edit Zrínyi utca (street) 5 1051 Budapest
