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Budapest to Salzburg One-Way Transfer Tour
Turn the wasted travel day into the highlight of your trip with stops at Bratislava and Melk Abbey & Old Town on your journey from Budapest to Salzburg.
This tour is also available from Salzburg to Budapest.
Trip Itinerary
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Leave from Budapest
This tour offers hotel pick-up. You will be picked up from your hotel, apartment, or any other pick-up point accessible by car.
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Stop 1: Bratislava
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We'll walk around the beautiful medieval Old Town of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia.
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Bratislava
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What we'll do
We’ll visit Bratislava Old Town that is famous for its medieval buildings, narrow streets, and little courtyards. You’ll learn about the history of the region as we wander around the city centre. We will also admire the beautiful castle of Bratislava that towers over the whole Old Town. The castle was rebuilt in the 20th century and reminds us of the importance of this city throughout history.
In Bratislava you will also have time for a lunch break (not included).
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About Bratislava
Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia with a population of about 475 000 people. The location of Bratislava has been inhabited continuously for almost 7000 years. The city is situated on the Danube River that has brought people, wealth, and trade to the area.
For a long time Bratislava was part of the Kingdom of Hungary. It is under the 18th-century reign of Queen Maria Theresa that the city truly flourished. After the First World War Bratislava became part of Czechoslovakia and the population of Czechs and Slovaks in the city grew. The city became the capital of Slovakia after the Velvet Divorce in 1993 when Slovak Republic separated from the Czech Republic.
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Stop 2: Melk Abbey & Old Town
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We will visit the famous Melk Abbey or stroll around Melk's Old Town and beautiful riverside promenade along the Danube river.
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Melk Abbey & Old Town
What we'll do
There's a variety of activities to enjoy in Melk. We can start by exploring the iconic Melk Abbey (tickets not included), known for its rich history and stunning library. Admire the beautiful Baroque architecture and explore the treasures inside.
For those who prefer not to visit the abbey, a leisurely stroll through Melk's Old Town offers a glimpse into its medieval charm with picturesque streets and historic buildings. Take a walk along the riverside promenade to enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Danube River and the surrounding scenery. Whether visiting the abbey or exploring the town, Melk offers a rewarding experience.
Additionally, you will have time for a lunch break (not included) in Melk.
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About Melk
Nestled in the picturesque Wachau Valley in Lower Austria, Melk boasts a centuries-old history as a significant trading center along the Danube River. Its rise to prominence began with the establishment of Melk Abbey in 1089.
Originally a Benedictine monastery, the abbey became a hub of culture and learning over the years, attracting scholars and artists from afar. Renowned for its library housing rare manuscripts and priceless art, the abbey underwent a grand Baroque renovation in the 18th century.
Despite challenges, such as wars, Melk Abbey remains a symbol of faith and heritage, captivating visitors with its rich history and stunning beauty.
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Arrive at Salzburg
This tour offers hotel drop-off. Please provide your preferred drop-off location when making the booking.
Reviews
Relaxing and enjoyable.
What a luxury to be picked up at our Airbnb in Budapest driven in comfort to see the beautiful towns/villages of Bratislava and Melk. Could have stayed all day in Melk it was lovely. And then to be delivered to our Airbnb in Salzburg. I highly recommend Sidetrips to get from one destination to another and discover treasures along the way.
Wonderful experience along the Danube
We had a great drive and Adam was a great driver and guide. Along the way, Adam provided us a history of the area. Bratislava Was beautiful. Adam guided us through the old town and suggested a wonderful place to sample Slovakian food. We then travelled to Melk where we visited Abbey and old town with awesome facts from Adam. Would definitely recommend this Sidetrip with Adam.
Great opportuity
This was a great opportunity to see more than just our desired locations. Levente was very informative and answered all our questions and even gave us some tips for while we were on our Europe Trip. This was a good decision because when you take the train you aren't able to get out and see some of the smaller towns and landmarks. Through sidetrips we were able to do just that. Levente made it very interesting and we enjoyed every moment. We will always take sidetrip tours whenever available.
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What's included?
- One-way transfer from Budapest to Salzburg with 2 sightseeing stops
- Knowledgeable local tour leader
- Transport in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan or car
- Room for a reasonable amount of luggage
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Lunch (a break is scheduled for this)
- Gratuities (optional)
Good to know
- Confirmation will be provided within 24 hours of booking.
- All tours are subject to availability.
- Minimum numbers for group size apply. There is a possibility of cancellation even after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative tour or a refund. The Sidetrip team will also be happy to help you arrange alternative transport to your destination city.
- Paper free confirmation: just bring your confirmation code or a valid ID.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, please wear flat shoes suitable for walking.
- Infant seats are available on request during the booking.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress according to the weather and wear proper shoes for walking (waterproof would be great in winter).
- The planned duration of this tour is 9-10 hours. Our priority is to deliver you safely and on time to your destination. In the event of delays due to traffic, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances, we reserve the right to abbreviate or omit certain stops to ensure your prompt arrival.
- All our public group tours are in English. Private tours in different languages are subject to availability.
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Meeting point
This tour offers hotel pick-up only for private bookings. For private bookings, you will be picked up from your hotel, apartment, or any other pick-up point accessible by car. Please provide your preferred pick-up location when making the booking.
See the drop-off point in Salzburg
Drop-off point
This tour offers hotel drop-off. Please provide your preferred drop-off location when making the booking.
Questions & Answers
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Is this a one-way tour?
Yes, this is a one-way tour ending in Salzburg. Please note that the tour does not take you back to Budapest.
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How long is this tour?
The planned duration of this tour is 9-10 hours. For the safety of our passengers and drivers, we are unable to accommodate requests to extend this duration.
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Do you offer hotel pick-up/drop-off?
Hotel pick-up and drop-off are only available when booking this tour as a private tour for a single group. Open group tours have a fixed meeting point and drop-off location.
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Can I take my luggage with me?
Yes! We have space for luggage, similar to common airline baggage allowances. There is no extra charge for luggage that meets these criteria:
- One item of airline carry-on size: maximum size of 55 x 40 x 23cm (22 x 14 x 9in)
- One item of airline checked size: maximum size of 80 x 50 x 30cm (32 x 20 x 12in), weighing less than 23 kg (50lbs)
- One personal item: maximum size of 15 x 15 x 10 cm (6 x 6 x 4in)
If you your luggage requires special consideration, please contact us.
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Is lunch included in the tour price?
Lunch is not included in the tour price but a lunch break is scheduled. Kindly let our tour leader know if you have any special dietary needs that we should take in account.
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Is this tour suitable for senior citizens?
Yes! With a maximum of 8 people in each group, our guide can make sure that the pace of the tour is suitable for everyone. Just note that the tour does include some walking at the stops.
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What is your cancellation policy?
If you cancel more than 48 hours before the tour, your booking is fully refunded*. If you cancel less than 48 hours before the tour or in the case of a no-show, no refund is issued.
*Please note, that the credit card processing fee (1.5-3%, up to 5.9% if you paid by Paypal) charged by the third-party payment provider will not be refunded.
Want to personalize this trip? When booking a private transfer, tell us your itinerary and start time preferences and we'll do everything we can to accomodate your request. Note: open group tours cannot be customized.