Private Tour
Budapest Private Danube River Cruise
Overview
50 minutes
Mobile ticket
Experience Budapest's beauty from the Danube!Admire historic landmarks, bridges, nature and World Heritage panoramas during a 50 minutes (not guided) cruise on a luxury water limousine.
You can cruise slowly in front of the beautiful scenery and look at the buildings on the banks and the bridges from a different point of view, or if you wish, fly past at a higher speed for a thrill. The choice is yours. Here is a short description of what you will see, but keep in mind, the tour is not guided. During a Dunarama boat trip, you will see the Houses of Parliament, the Royal Castle, the Gelléet Hill and our famous university campuses. Have a closer look at the famous bridges of the Danube, the developing cultural center with the National Theatre and the Palace of Arts.
At night from the water limousine, the city's glowing view makes an unforgettable impression on tourists and locals alike.
To top the whole experience, we offer everyone a glass of Hungarian sparkling wine during the cruise.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A maximum of 10 people per booking
Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled 3 houres prior due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Please understand, if there is a delay due to the client’s fault, the trip is not guaranteed depending on availability.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Drinks or food (sandwiches,plates) has to be ordered 48 h before the cruise.
What To Expect
Dunarama
The only all year available, private Danube cruise in Budapest. Enjoy the cosy boat, the historic panorama and a welcome drink.
Danube River
Upon arrival at the Blue River 8A dock departure point, look out for the staff who will point you in the right direction. Before the cruise begins, you can choose some music and also tell the captain how quickly you would like the boat to go. The boats are custom designed, New Zealand-style water taxis capable of transporting up to 12 people. It has a fridge on board, so if you would have a drink or eat something you can pre-order it 48 hours before and it will be ready for you to enjoy. During the 50 minutes of cruising, you will get the opportunity to take in fantastic sites such as the Houses of Parliament, the Royal Castle, the Gellert Hill and our famous university campuses. Have a closer look at the famous bridges of the Danube and the developing cultural centre including the National Theatre and the Palace of Arts.
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Budapest Private Danube River Cruise
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highlight of our 11 Day Trip “PRICELESS and on of a kind”
DonB380,
Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This one hour private boat cruise in this incredible Venice like boat, simply AMAZING! The crew was friendly and welcoming, nothing was too much. 45 minutes of incredible beautiful sites with all the buildings and bridges lit A must!!
Departing disaster leaving the boat
sheilah582,
Jun 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Horrible experience departing the boat! I highly do NOT recommend ever using them! Although the cruise was pleasant but less then an hour, the boat was not properly secured to the pier. As we were a party of 4, our last companion fell into the Danube River as the boat drifted apart while he was departing. They had no pole, life jackets, nor seemed to know what to do for our companion who was holding to the cement dock for his life. They never called the police nor seemed to know what to do. Finally one of the two crew dove into the water after my companion's wife pleaded for someone to help. It took them 12-15 harrowing minutes before they were able to to pull him onto the boat. The crew and company now deny that they didn't have safety float devices. I seriously suggest you never use this company!
Private round trip to Szentendre
L M,
Nov 20, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent service. Boat was reliable and smooth. Private round trip to Szentendre was great and lasted approximately 30 minutes each way with 2 hours there.
Great private trip!
Tracy M,
Apr 23, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00We are a small group of 5 (56-65yrs young) ladies, we had a brilliant time on this trip, we booked an 8pm start in April. Wine and beers available, lots of photo opportunities (we were lucky with weather) and then a fun, faster return. We definitely recommend!
Seemless and highly recommended
Joy G,
Aug 7, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Seemless trip to Szentendre. I highly recommend using this service to enjoy the Danube River and your destination.
Out of size
Martin H 023,
May 3, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00And river cruise is always a good way to see a city. And in Budapest, we thought that would be a great way to get to know the city in a short time After buying a ticket, with a coin for a free snack, they could board. With headphones you could follow the commentary on what we saw. After five minutes were again at st Margaret Island and then it went wrong. While the island was still described in superlatives we sailed back past buildings that were only described five minutes later. And that's annoying, when you're pointed to a textbook example of Hungarian Art Deco and you don't see a building that looks like it. And so it went on, bridges were described too late and suddenly buildings on the left were also described. And then it gets very confusing. The plastic glass with beer unfortunately could not change that much. You would think this is a routine cruise, with a perfect synchronization of location and commentary. Unfortunately this was not so, and it became a game to remember the born and see when they were described. Too bad You only had one job.
Highlight of our Budapest trip!
Marilyn M,
Jul 1, 2016
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Friends of ours recommended that we do a river cruise on the Danube at night. When I asked the concierge at our hotel for an intimate river cruise, they recommended this company. We had this luxurious boat all to ourselves. Matt and David (our host and driver) welcomed us onto the boat with some champagne. Then the cruise began. It was 9pm so the sun had set and the city lights brightened the dark sky. Budapest must be seen at night from the river. It is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The cruise lasted an hour and on the way back to the dock, the guys asked if we were happy to pick up some pace-we did not hesitate. The boat starting speeding and it was so much fun - a real adrenalin rush. We had such a great time, and Matt and Dave were lovely guys. This outing was certainly one of the highlights of our trip. If we can afford the private experience, go for it. You won't regret it.
Highlight of our trip!
Jessica G,
Sep 12, 2015
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I arranged a one-hour sunset Danube cruise for our party of 9 to celebrate my father's birthday, and it was the highlight of our trip. We had appetizers and champagne on board and had an absolutely stunning tour of the river in this beautiful boat. The pictures don't do it justice. Highly, highly recommend!!
Highlight of our trip to Budapest!
Denise T,
Jun 27, 2015
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00With the guides all saying a cruise down the Danube was a "must" we asked our concierge at the Four Seasons for a recommendation. We were not looking for a dinner cruise. We booked a 1 hour private cruise on Dunarama for 250 euros. We tried to get a sunset cruise but couldn't so we got the 7:00-8:00 time slot. I personally think this was a better time to do the cruise. The lighting for pictures was spectacular. Particularly the views of the Parliament, and we were done, with our champagne apertif in time for a stroll to dinner. The crew was wonderful, and the boat very nice, getting the approval of my friends who are boat owners. We were 7 people and coming off of a rain shower we were glad there weren't more of us as we were able to all fit comfortably inside the cabin when the rain dropped, but the cruise is for a maximum of 10. Highly recommended as a very special experience in Budapest.
Excellent boat trip
sarah h,
Jun 21, 2015
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a private charter on this boat. 8 of us and had just the best 1.5 hours of leisurely cruising and then some fast moves up and down the Danube. Fantastic fun
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