Wine taste in Tokaj Private Day Tour from Budapest
Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén, Budapest
Learn more about Hungarian wine and history with a private, full-day tour from Budapest to Tokaj Tour wine cellars in Tokaj, sample regional wine varietals,
Overview
This full-day private tour from Budapest explores the Tokaj wine region, ideal for wine enthusiasts interested in Hungarian viticulture and history.
Highlights
- Visit Tokaj cellars and learn about wine production
- Taste local wines and enjoy lunch afterward
- See the vineyards of Mád and Bodrogkeresztúr
- Explore Hercegkut's unique hobbit-house-style wine cellars
Description
Travel northeast from Budapest to the Tokaj wine region, known as the 'King of wines and wines of Kings,' a title attributed at least to Louis XIV. Tokaj is a historical wine region and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992. It is famous for producing Tokaji Aszú, the world’s oldest botrytized wine.
On this tour, visit a local cellar to learn about Hungarian wines, followed by a five-wine tasting with snacks. You will also explore Bodrogkeresztúralja, a picturesque village surrounded by vineyards, and visit Hercegkut, where you can see distinctive hobbit-house-style wine cellars.
Includes
- Transfer from and to your hotel
- Guided tour
- Tasting of 4 wines
- Visit to the famous Rákóczi pince, where a Hungarian king was crowned
- Walk along Tokaj’s oldest street featuring historic wine trade houses
Excludes
- Lunch
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Book in advance to secure your preferred date. Wear comfortable shoes for walking, and bring a camera to capture the vineyards and historic sites. The best time to visit is during the wine harvest season from September to October.
