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Watch the August 20th fireworks from the Danube with unlimited drinks and your choice of snacks or a grazing buffet. Celebrate Hungary's national holiday on an exclusive 4-hour sightseeing cruise.
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Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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Instant confirmation & Mobile ticketsReceive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
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Audio guideEnglish
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Host or greeterEnglish
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Duration3.5 hours
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Includes
- 4-hour program (Danube sightseeing cruise & anchored fireworks viewing)
- Enhanced bar-service with unlimited Hungarian classic dry sparkling wine, and cold beer
- Unlimited bar-served Spritzers: Aperol, Hugo, Rossini, and Limoncello
- Unlimited self-service non-alcoholic drinks: homemade lemonade, lemon-mint water, and still water
- Food inclusion depending on your selected option:
- Option 1: Unlimited freshly made popcorn
- Option 2: Dip 'n' Crust package (homemade rosemary pizza bread with 3 dips)
- Option 3: Premium grazing buffet (mini burgers, wraps, charcuterie, desserts)
- International music selection
- Access to the open-air viewing deck and panoramic heated indoor lounge
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Premium spirits, mixed cocktails, and additional bar products
- Additional light snacks (such as cheese boxes and nuts) available for purchase at the onboard cashless bar
- Personal expenses
Highlights
- Watch the Aug 20 fireworks from a prime anchored position on the river
- Glide past illuminated landmarks like the Hungarian Parliament and Buda Castle.
- Visit the bar for unlimited Hungarian wine, sparkling wine, and cold beer.
- Get Spritzer refills at the bar, or enjoy self-serve non-alcoholic drinks.
- Choose an option with unlimited popcorn, Dip 'n' Crust, or a Grazing Buffet.
Description
Experience the grandeur of Hungary's most important national holiday with BudByBoat. Join us for a special 4-hour combined sightseeing and fireworks viewing cruise, designed to give you the ultimate festive experience on the Danube.
Your evening begins with a scenic cruise gliding past Budapest's beautifully illuminated riverside landmarks, including the Hungarian Parliament Building, Buda Castle, and the city's famous bridges. After the sightseeing portion, your vessel will secure a dedicated anchored position on the river. This guarantees an unobstructed, 360-degree open-air view of the spectacular August 20th national fireworks display.
**The Premium Drink Experience (Included in all options)**
To maintain a flexible and relaxed lounge atmosphere, all our August 20th cruises operate with an enhanced bar-service model. Whenever you are ready for your next drink, simply visit the onboard bar area. Enjoy unlimited fine Hungarian wine, classic dry sparkling wine (with rosé or semi-sweet options subject to availability), or request a cold, refreshing beer.
To ensure fast and smooth service without long lines, our signature Spritzers are perfectly prepared in advance. Simply hand your glass to our bar staff for a quick refill of Aperol, Hugo, Rossini, or Limoncello spritzers. For a refreshing non-alcoholic option, help yourself to our self-service stations featuring homemade lemonade, lemon-mint water, and still water available throughout the night.
**Choose Your Culinary Experience & Departure Dock**
While the breathtaking views and unlimited drinks are standard, you can tailor your evening by selecting one of our three unique options at booking. **Please pay close attention: to ensure a smooth boarding process during the extreme holiday traffic, the 3 options represent different vessels and depart from separate, specific dock locations!**
* **Unlimited Drinks & Popcorn (Carl Lutz Rakpart Departure):** Includes unlimited, freshly made popcorn to snack on.
* **Dip 'n' Crust (Carl Lutz Rakpart Departure):** Includes homemade rosemary pizza bread with 3 types of delicious dips.
* **Premium Grazing Buffet (Henryk Slawik Rakpart Departure):** Includes a full grazing table with mini burgers, wraps, charcuterie, and desserts.
Whether you choose to capture the perfect photos from the spacious open-air deck or relax in the comfortable, panoramic indoor lounge, this cruise offers an unforgettable way to celebrate Hungary's biggest night. **Always review your final voucher for the exact Google Maps pinpoint of your designated dock.**
- * **CHECK YOUR DOCK:** The 3 ticket options depart from DIFFERENT locations (Carl Lutz Rakpart or Henryk Slawik Rakpart). Double-check your final voucher for the exact Google Maps pin.
- * **TRAFFIC & DEPARTURE:** Severe road closures and massive crowds start by 6 PM. Taxis cannot access the lower embankments. Use public transport (BudapestGO app) and arrive early.
- * **PUNCTUALITY:** Boats depart STRICTLY on time to secure anchor spots before river closures. No waiting for latecomers; no refunds for missed departures.
- * **TICKETS:** Download or screenshot your QR code beforehand due to spotty riverside mobile networks.
- * **BAR & FOOD:** Cashless bar only (no AMEX). No outside food or drinks permitted. Please reuse your glass for refills.
- * **ID & AGE:** Alcohol is served only to 18+. A physical passport or national ID is required (no student IDs). Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
- * **SAFETY:** Shirts and footwear are strictly required at all times. Operates rain or shine.
Unlimited Drinks and Popcorn - Carl Lutz Rakpart Departure
Grazing Table Option - Henryk Slawik Rakpart Departure
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