Luxury 9-Day Hungary Road Trip from Budapest traveling west to Pecs, Zalaegerszeg, and Tata

Your luxury holiday in Hungary begins as soon as you reach the city of Budapest. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Hungary is Budapest - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Budapest.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Széchenyi Chain Bridge. This chain bridge is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Budapest, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 54,570 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Budapest. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Budapest.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Hungarikum Bisztró. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,293 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Budapest.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Budapest Jazz Club. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,117 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Beer Brothers is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Budapest, and has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

As your day in Budapest is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Hungary.

Make your way to Hotsy Totsy Budapest. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 716 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Szimpla Kert, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars among 59,268 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,455 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 9-day luxury vacation in Hungary and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across Hungary you will continue exploring the city of Budapest. You still have 4 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Budapest. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Hungarian State Opera House. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,469 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary St. Stephen's Basilica. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 57,810 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Fisherman's Bastion bastion, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Matthias Church is another stop you can visit today in Budapest. This parish church is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 22,906 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Budapest, then consider a visit to the incredible Buda Castle. Buda Castle is a castle and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 106,658 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Budapest has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Budapest, make sure to check out Menza Étterem és Kávéház. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,299 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is VakVarjú Restaurant. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,223 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Budapest before is Zöld Kapu Vendéglő ASZTALFOGLALÁS CSAK TELEFONON! NE HASZNÁLD A KÉK ASZTALFOGLALÁS GOMBOT! RESERVATION ONLY BY PHONE! This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,121 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Morrison's 2 is one of the best bars in Budapest and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,042 customers.

You may also want to check out Kandalló. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Kandalló is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,760 customers.

Alternatively, head out to BarCraft Budapest Nyugati. BarCraft Budapest Nyugati has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,145 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Hungary has plenty more in store for you.

On day 3 of your exciting luxury holiday across Hungary you will continue exploring the city of Budapest. You still have 3 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Budapest. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic City Park. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 72,602 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Széchenyi thermal bath. This attraction is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 54,149 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden zoo, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Heroes' Square is another stop you can visit today in Budapest. This square is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 74,506 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Budapest, then consider a visit to the incredible Gellért Thermal Bath. Gellért Thermal Bath is a spa and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 25,945 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Budapest has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Budapest, make sure to check out Rosenstein Vendéglő. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,060 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Korhely Faloda & Daloda. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,287 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Budapest before is Lecso Hungarian Fast Food. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,937 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Lámpás Student Pub is one of the best bars in Budapest and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,125 customers.

You may also want to check out 0,75 bistro & bar. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. 0,75 bistro & bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,521 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Warm Up Cocktail bar. Warm Up Cocktail bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,593 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Hungary has plenty more in store for you.

On day 4 of your exciting luxury holiday across Hungary you will continue exploring the city of Budapest. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Budapest. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Hungarian Parliament Building. This attraction is a parliament building and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 20,768 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Shoes on the Danube Bank. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,197 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Ferris Wheel of Budapest ferris wheel, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Dohány Street Synagogue is another stop you can visit today in Budapest. This synagogue is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 24,596 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Budapest, then consider a visit to the incredible Szimpla. Szimpla is a ruin pub and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 59,268 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Budapest has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Budapest, make sure to check out Spoon. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,638 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Ruben Étterem. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,767 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Why not cafe and bar is one of the best bars in Budapest and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,854 customers.

You may also want to check out Kisüzem. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Kisüzem is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,786 customers.

Alternatively, head out to HOPS BEER BAR BUDAPEST. HOPS BEER BAR BUDAPEST has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,389 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in Hungary has plenty more in store for you.

Get ready for day 5 of your luxury vacation in Hungary. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Pecs and Telki. You’ll stay in Pecs for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Pecs, the incredible Pécs Zoo. This popular attraction is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,843 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Széchenyi square, an outstanding square in Pecs. Around 5,689 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Hungary. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Pecs.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Telki.

Make your way to the incredible Buda Landscape Protection Area for some unforgettable sightseeing in Telki. This popular attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,697 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Pecs. Luxury hotels in Pecs offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Pecs.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Pecs, Bohemia Sörkonyha. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,797 reviews.

Locals also recommend Ciao Pizzéria és Ristorante as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Pecs. The Ciao Pizzéria és Ristorante is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,354 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Balkán Bisztró. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,124 customers.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Pecs's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Korhely Étterem. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,592 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Nappali. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Nappali has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,551 customers.

Alternatively, go to Blöff Bisztro. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,275 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Hungary with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

On day 6 of your luxury road trip holiday in Hungary you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Keszthely and the city of Zalaegerszeg. You’ll stay in Zalaegerszeg for 1 night.

Your day starts in Keszthely. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Municipal Beach your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 7,320 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this top-tier point of interest and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Festetics Palace. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,690 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this palace and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Kastélypark. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,661 visitors.

When you’re finished at the museum, the perfect next stop is the popular Vadászati és Modellvasút Múzeum. This spectacular museum and attraction is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 2,986 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Keszthely by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Hungary to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Hungary. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Keszthely today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Zalaegerszeg, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kávélabor, one of the best restaurants in Zalaegerszeg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 582 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Strike Étterem - Hamburger as one of their top choices in the city. Strike Étterem - Hamburger is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 522 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Zalaegerszeg is Belga söröző és étterem. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 905 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Alibi Pub&Pizza is one of the best bars you can visit in Zalaegerszeg tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 159 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Legends Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 304 customers.

Alternatively, try Terra Incognita Étterem és Bár. Terra Incognita Étterem és Bár is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 260 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Hungary! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 7 of your luxury holiday in Hungary, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Tata and the city of Sümeg. You’ll stay in Tata for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Tata Castle. This attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,843 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Esterházy mansion, Tata. This architectural structure and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,615 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Tata is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in Hungary. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of Hungary’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Sümeg.

Make your way to the incredible Sümeg Castle in Sümeg for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,741 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Tata.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated FröccsTerasz. This bar is considered one of the best in Tata and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 158 customers.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in Hungary awaits!

Get ready for day 8 of your luxury vacation in Hungary. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Esztergom and Visegrád. You’ll stay in Budapest for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Esztergom, the incredible Castle of Esztergom. This popular attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,101 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Esztergom Basilica, an outstanding minor basilica in Esztergom. Around 18,313 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in Hungary. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Esztergom.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Visegrád.

Make your way to the incredible Visegrádi fellegvár for some unforgettable sightseeing in Visegrád. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,566 visitors.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Budapest. Luxury hotels in Budapest offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Budapest.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Budapest's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Kadarka Wine Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,322 customers.

Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in Hungary with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

Today is the last day of your 9-day luxury holiday in Hungary and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Budapest before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Hungary by heading out to the stunning Buda Castle. This extraordinary castle and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 50,644 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Budapest.

Don’t end your vacation hungry.

You will then say farewell to Budapest and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Hungary in your luggage!