Guided tour of Gödöllö Castle, summer residence of Sissi Empress
Departure by coach for Gödöllö Castle. In the company of your guide, you will visit Gödöllö Castle, one of the most important and largest Hungarian Baroque palaces, commissioned by Count Antal Grassalkovich. The castle is mainly known for having been one of the favorite residences of Empress Sisi, who loved to get away from the etiquette of the Vienna Court in Gödöllö. Your visit will take you through the Empress's apartments with their original decorations, including a majority of purple objects and wallpapers, in accordance with the Empress's favorite color. You will also see the Castle Church (behind a glass screen), Joseph I's Wardrobe, the Minor Coronation Hall, Franz Joseph's office and more. Return on board by coach.
PLEASE NOTE
- Upon arrival at the castle, the main stairway has to be climbed.
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
Departure by coach for Gödöllö Castle. In the company of your guide, you will visit Gödöllö Castle, one of the most important and largest Hungarian Baroque palaces, commissioned by Count Antal Grassalkovich. The castle is mainly known for having been one of the favorite residences of Empress Sisi, who loved to get away from the etiquette of the Vienna Court in Gödöllö. Your visit will take you through the Empress's apartments with their original decorations, including a majority of purple objects and wallpapers, in accordance with the Empress's favorite color. You will also see the Castle Church (behind a glass screen), Joseph I's Wardrobe, the Minor Coronation Hall, Franz Joseph's office and more. Return on board by coach.
PLEASE NOTE
- Upon arrival at the castle, the main stairway has to be climbed.
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
Trans-European cruise from Strasbourg to Budapest (port-to-port cruise)
STRASBOURG - MAINZ - FRANKFURT - MILTENBERG - WERTHEIM - WURZBURG - SCHWEINFURT - BAMBERG - NUREMBERG - MÜHLHAUSEN - REGENSBURG - PASSAU - MELK - DURNSTEIN - VIENNA - ESZTERGOM - BUDAPEST - MOHÁCS - OSIJEK - BELGRADE - GOLUBAC - NOVI SAD - ILOK - MOHÁCS - KALOCSA - BUDAPEST
Embark on an exceptional cruise from Strasbourg to Budapest and let yourself be carried away by the magic of three majestic rivers: the Rhine, the Main, and the Danube. Through five emblematic countries—France, Germany, Austria, Croatia, and Hungary—discover a journey rich in history, culture, and traditions. From idyllic landscapes to cultural treasures, each stop promises awe and wonder.
The highlight of the trip is the grand spectacle of the Iron Gates, between Romania and Serbia. This river cruise invites you to explore fascinating cities such as Belgrade, vibrant and cosmopolitan, or Pécs and Budapest, guardians of a thousand-year heritage. Immerse yourself in authentic Europe, where nature, history, and modernity intertwine for an unforgettable experience.
The beautiful blue Danube from Passau to Budapest (port-to-port cruise)
PASSAU - MELK - VIENNA - BUDAPEST - BRATISLAVA - VIENNA - MELK - PASSAU
Embark on a cruise to the heart of Germany, Austria and Hungary and take advantage of 11 days to discover cities with historic and authentic cultural treasures. Between the Artsetten Castle and the Gödöllö Palace, enjoy a royal journey that will take you back in time. Visit the Sisi Museum for a peek into her private life highlighted by her poems, and the Imperial Capuchin Crypt.
Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube (port-to-port cruise)
BUDAPEST - MOHACS - OSIJEK - BELGRADE - GOLUBAC - NOVI SAD - ILOK - MOHACS - KALOCSA - BUDAPEST
See the biggest river parade in Europe: the Iron Gates, on the border of Romania and Serbia. It is here that the beautiful blue Danube unveils its most spectacular landscapes. Discover cities such as Belgrade, a young and modern capital, as well as legendary sites such as Baile Herculane which houses one of the oldest and most famous spas in Romania. Travel through 2000 years of history in Pécs and Budapest, which will end a magical cruise and a journey of a life time.