Essence of the Danube · Tauck Executive River Cruise

Two Ways to See Budapest

Friday, November 6, 2026 · before the Tauck program begins · compliments of Pavlus Travel

Budapest at dusk: Chain Bridge and Parliament on the Danube

Since you are with us in Budapest the night before we sail, we have arranged two experiences for Friday, November 6, ahead of the Tauck program. Please choose one for each guest by name by Thursday, October 29. Space is limited, so earlier replies get first choice.

Guests rolling chimney cake dough onto wooden spits at the workshop

Option 1

Chimney Cake Class & Experience

Roll, wrap and bake your own kürtőskalács, Hungary’s spiral chimney cake, at a hands-on workshop — then enjoy it warm with your choice of toppings. Relaxed, indoors and very little walking. About the workshop

Limited to 32 guests

Hungarian Parliament and the Chain Bridge on the Danube at sunset

Option 2

Food & Wine Walking Tour

About four hours on foot with a local Tours by Locals guide, customized and private to our group: Hungarian specialties, market bites and local wines, with the stories behind them. Two small groups.

Limited to 14 guests · moderate walking

Your guests

One entry per person. If someone in your party will not join, add them and choose “Not joining”.

Participation is completely optional, but we hope you’ll join us.
Questions? Call us at 1.800.528.9300.
Craig, Shelby & Michael