Budapest Private City Tour With a Vintage Russian Jeep

Enjoy Budapest sightseeing with Retro Tour in a Russian Jeep

View over the Parlament from Buda side with Retro Tour

Night tour in Budapest with a Russian Jeep

Transparent rain cover protects you during the tour.

Retro Tour jeeps on near St Stephen's Basilica

Night panorama from Gellert Hill view point with Retro Tour

Retro Tour sighsteeing on Heroes' Square

Travellers in front of Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church

Duration2h - 3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Skip the crowds waiting for traditional city bus tours with this private experience. Instead, buckle up in an authentic, vintage, open-top Russian military jeep—over 60 years old—and let your English speaking driver showcase Budapest's beauty! Perfect for those wanting to explore beyond the usual sights, you'll uncover the city's wonders and secrets. Visit the City Park, Andrássy Avenue, Opera House, Hungarian Parliament Building, Buda Castle, and the Jewish Quarter, including areas inaccessible to regular tours. Don't worry about missing photo opportunities; the jeep stops at notable locations like Heroes' Square, the Central Market Hall, and Gellért Hill, allowing you to get out and explore. Ready for all weather conditions, the jeep comes equipped with a rain cover and built-in seat heating for colder days. Drinks on board await you for both hot summer and cold winter days.

Options

Citadel & Buda Castle Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Highlights of Buda: Panoramic views from Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, and the Citadel atop Gellért Hill, crowned by the Liberty Monument
Pickup included

2-hour Night Tour

Duration: 2 hours
Night route: Includes stop at the Heroes' Sq, Citadel, Buda Castle, Parliament
Pickup included

3-hour Day Tour

Duration: 3 hours
Day route: Includes stops at Heroes' Sq, Central Market Hall, Citadel, Buda Castle and the Parliament
Pickup included

What's included

Umbrellas
Bottle of water, wintertime: mulled wine, summertime: beer or prosseco
WiFi on board
Pick-up & drop-off
Jeep is equipped with rain cover and built-in seat heating for cold days
Private transport with original GAZ-69 or UAZ-469B Russian Jeep

What to expect

District V / Inner City
5m

Meet your driver at your accommodation, then begin exploring downtown Budapest.
Andrassy Avenue
10m

Ride along the Avenue, the Champs-Élysées of Budapest, and admire the beautiful palaces and mansions along the way.
Hungarian State Opera House - Magyar Allami Operahaz
5m

Make a quick photo stop at the Neo-Renaissance Hungarian State Opera House and learn about its history. Discover why opera lovers travel from all over the world to attend its performances.
House of Terror Museum
Pass by

Pass by the former headquarters of the secret police, which is now a museum dedicated to the victims of 20th-century regimes.
Heroes' Square
20m

Stop for 20 minutes at Heroes' Square, where you can explore monuments commemorating significant kings and leaders from Hungarian history. Don't miss the opportunity to take beautiful photos of the City Park.
Szechenyi Thermal Bath and Swimming Pool
Pass by

See the largest thermal bath in Central Europe, located in the city park. Through the commentary, you can learn about Hungary's rich bath culture.
Vajdahunyad Castle
Pass by

The castle, a unique blend of different architectural styles, was constructed for the Millennium exhibitions. As you ride along the bridge, you can appreciate the views of the castle and the lake.
Dohany Street Synagogue
Pass by

Capture a photo of Europe's largest synagogue, and gain insight through commentary on how organ concerts are hosted in this Jewish temple.
Budapest's Jewish Quarter
Pass by

Drive through the narrow streets of the historical Jewish district, designated as a ghetto in 1944. This area is famous as the lively ruin bar district. Your driver will point out the best spots for evening exploration.
Hungarian National Museum
Pass by

Pass the National Museum on the Boulevard.
Central Market Hall
30m

Your driver will stop at the famous indoor market in Budapest when it's open, giving you 30 minutes to explore on your own. This will allow you to see the cooking ingredients used by locals in their homes. You'll have the opportunity to buy some paprika or local specialties as souvenirs, or sample a langos (deep-fried bread) at the buffets.
Liberty Bridge (Szabadsag hid)
Pass by

You will cross the Danube into Buda via one of Europe's most beautiful suspension bridges.
St. Gellert Thermal Bath and Swimming Pool
Pass by

Pass by the famous thermal bath frequented by nobility and kings in the early 1900s.
Gellert Hill
20m

You will ride to the top of the hill to the Citadel, then walk to the panoramic point. There, you can capture stunning photos and enjoy breathtaking views of Budapest, including the Danube, the bridges, and Buda Castle.
Citadella
20m

Enjoy the best views of Budapest from atop of Gellert Hill.
Becsi kapu
Pass by

Enjoy a ride through the old cobblestone streets of the former civic town of the Castle District.
Matthias Church
20m · Admission ticket not included

You will visit (outside) one of Hungary's former coronation churches. The commentary will help you learn about the historical church, and you can admire the unique ceramic tiles on the rooftop.
Fisherman's Bastion
20m

You will stop and may leave the jeep for about 20 minutes. The line of lookout towers on the medieval city walls offers excellent photo opportunities and magnificent views of the Pest side. From here, you can see the Parliament, Margaret Island, and the Chain Bridge along the Danube.
(Please note that only the upper level of the Fishermen’s Bastion requires admission fee.)
Hungarian Parliament Building
Pass by

Pass by the iconic Neo-Gothic Parliament of Hungary, situated along the Danube River.
Shoes on the Danube Bank
10m

Please note that the embankment is closed to traffic on weekends from April to October.
Your driver will transport you to this moving Holocaust monument situated on the Danube embankment, where there will be a brief stop for photographs.
Szechenyi Lanchid
Pass by

The Chain Bridge, the oldest connection between Buda and Pest, offers a picturesque view with the Buda Castle District in the background.
Budapest
Pass by

Your tour will conclude in downtown Budapest, and your driver will be happy to drop you off at your desired accommodation, restaurant, or location.
Buda Castle
Pass by

Your driver will guide you through the Castle District, showcasing its unique atmosphere and historical landmarks.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Always provide the exact pick-up address, whether it's a hotel, private apartment or restaurant!
If you're arriving by ship, please enter the name of your ship. This will help us determine your port of arrival.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dogs allowed
Original 60+yrs Russian military vehicles
Budapest licensed tour guide is on request for extra charge

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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