Balaton Beyond the Beach — Wine, Volcanoes, Lavender & Cycling Experience
Date: June 12–14, 2026
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
This program showcases the lesser-known, authentic side of the northern shore of Lake Balaton: volcanic hills, excellent wines, active relaxation, and local flavors.
Day 1 – Arrival in Badacsony
Departure from Budapest in the early afternoon.
Arrival in Badacsony in the late afternoon.
Check-in at the accommodation in Badacsony.
A charming accommodation in Badacsony, offering beautiful views of the surrounding vineyards and Lake Balaton. Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay with comfortable rooms and a peaceful atmosphere.
Dinner at the villa’s Mediterranean styled restaurant.
Free evening: relaxation, stroll around the village, visit the beach.
Day 2 – Szent György Hill & Wine Experiences
Breakfast at the accommodation and packing a lunch box, then departure to one of the Badacsony wine region’s most unique natural attractions, Szent György Hill.
Szent György Hill Hike
Szent György Hill is one of the iconic “witness hills” of the Balaton Uplands, famous for its stunning natural formations. The basalt organ pipes on the hill are remnants of volcanic activity millions of years ago: as lava flows cooled, they formed regular, column-like structures that remain a spectacular sight today.
The hike offers panoramic views of Lake Balaton and the surrounding vineyards.
Packed sandwich lunch with local ingredients during the hike.
Afternoon free: swimming, ice cream, walking among the vineyards of Badacsony.
Late afternoon wine program – Váli Winery
Visit the Váli Winery, a leading Hungarian winemaking estate. This is a true gastronomic journey where guests can taste 8–9 carefully selected Váli wines accompanied by perfectly paired dishes.
- Estate tour and cellar visit
- Cold and hot appetizers
- Wood-fired main course
- Dessert
- Curated wine tastings
- Relaxed, atmospheric evening program
Day 3 – Tihany Peninsula: Cycling, Lavender & Free Time
After breakfast, departure to the Tihany Peninsula.
Tihany e-bike tour
1.5–2 hour guided bike tour through the most scenic parts of the peninsula. Choice of e-bike or traditional bike.
Learn about Tihany’s volcanic heritage, geyser cones, lakes, and unique natural environment.
Lavender Distillery Visit
Visit a family-run artisan lavender distillery.
- Insight into daily lavender processing
- Tasting of lavender syrups, teas, and handmade sweets
Afternoon free in Tihany
- Stroll through Tihany’s charming streets
- Visit the Abbey
- Swimming or tasting Balaton-style fried dough (“lángos”)
Return to Budapest in the late afternoon.
Price: 664 EUR (VAT included)
Single room supplement: 110 euro. Please indicate your request for a single room by adding the appropriate option to your shopping cart. If you choose the basic package, accommodation will be automatically assigned in a double room.
Accommodation (for 2-night program): Badacsonytomaj
AVAILABLE PROGRAM OPTIONS
2-night / 3-day program with Badacsony accommodation: June 12–14
This program is ideal for those who want to explore Lake Balaton beyond the beaches, through active, gastronomic, and natural experiences.
The program includes
- Private transfer from and back to Budapest (for 2-night program)
- 2 nights accommodation at Villa Bella, Badacsonytomaj
- 1 Italian-style dinner at the accommodation
- 2 breakfasts at the accommodation
- Guided Szent György Hill hike to the basalt organ pipes
- Packed sandwich lunch with local ingredients for the hike
- Visit to Váli Winery: estate tour, cellar visit, wine tasting of 8–9 wines, cold and hot appetizers, wood-fired main course, dessert
- Tihany Peninsula e-bike tour (1.5–2 hours, e-bike or traditional bike)
