About this Event
The anniversary of the state’s founding is celebrated with a spectacular show of fireworks and an immense street parade in the Hungarian capital. Be a part of the magic from the heart of Budapest, while floating on the River Danube!
The 20th of August celebrations commemorate the life and works of St. Stephen, the first king of Hungary. Stephen’s greatest achievements included establishing a Christian state and leading the integration of the nomadic Huns into European culture to ensure their survival.
Join the spectacle with a 3 hour river cruise and enjoy unlimited drink consumption with fabulous Hungarian buffet dinner to keep the party spirit going. Take in sights such as the House of Parliament, the St. Stephen’s Basilica and the Buda Castle with the Matthias Church and Fisherman’s Bastion on the Buda side as you listen to live music from the famous Rajkó Folk Orchestra to breathe in the Hungarian spirit.
Feel like a local as you savour a bowl of goulash soup, mingling on paprika chicken and sampling the famous Hungarian wines while embracing the floodlit beauty of Budapest.
Once you are not able to fit any more delicious courses into your belly, head up to the open deck or balconies of the ship and let your breath be taken away by the most stunning firework show in the Central European region!
The ship will be anchored during the spectacle.
Enjoy complete service with dinner and open bar. Whatever your choice may be, an unforgettable time is guaranteed!
Menu
Soups
Alföldy Style goulash soup (G, L)
Seasonal vegetable cream soup (Vn, G, L)
Hot main course
Turkey meat stuffed with fruits with gravy on top (L, G)
Traditional beef stew with Pasta (G, L)
Hungarian stuffed cabbage (G, L)
Vegetable casserole with Rice and Peas (G, V)
Vegetable couscous (L, Vn)
Side dish
Rice (G, L, Vn)
Dumplings (L, V)
Roast potatoes with parsley (G, L, Vn)
Dessert
Home made strudel selection (L, Vn)
Somlói Cream dessert (V)
Fruit bowl (only on request for those unable to eat other desserts)
Salad
Mixed salad with pesto dressing (L, G, Vn)
Cucumber salad (L, G, Vn)
Pasta Salad with yoghurt dressing (L, G, V)
L – lactose free
G– gluten free
Vn – vegan, vegetarian
V – vegetarian
Unlimited drinks:
- House offer (wine, beer)
- Non-alcoholic soft drinks
- Coffee, tea
- Sparkling/non-sparkling water
Departure time:
- The cruise starts at 19:15
- Meeting time: 18:30 in front of the Gróf Széchenyi Boat
Duration:
- 180 minutes 19:00-22:00
Meeting point:
- Akadémia Dock 1-3.
- 1052 Budapest, Id. Antall József rkp. | Gróf Széchenyi Ship
18:30 Meeting time at Akademia Port 3.
19:00 cruise starts
(ships aren't allowed to sail during the show).
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Akadémia dock nr. 3, Gróf Széchényi Ship, Id. Antall József rakpart 6., Budapest, Hungary
EUR 179.00