International Festival of Dance and Songs

International Folklore Festival in Budapest

Budapest, Hungary

27 March - 29 March

Overview

Budapest- The treasure trove of history, culture, and natural beauty

Budapest, Hungary’s capital, is bisected by the River Danube. Its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. A funicular runs up Castle Hill to Buda’s Old Town, where the Budapest History Museum traces city life from Roman times onward. Trinity Square is home to 13th-century Matthias Church and the turrets of the Fishermen’s Bastion, which offer sweeping views.

 

Trip Planner

It will be our pleasure to make your trip an unforgettable experience!

We can provide the following services for your group:

  • accommodation during the trip (in case you need a sleepover on your way to the chosen destination)
  • accommodation during the festival event you attend
  • travel and transportation tips and assistance
  • purchasing airplane and bus tickets
  • organizing transportation for a group or individuals
  • assist and advise in the procedure of issuing visas (if needed)

Accommodation

PARTICIPATION FEE:

  • 115 €  ( for the accommodation at Hotels like :East City Hotel Budapest***)
  • 125 € (for the accommodation at the Hotels like : B&B Hotel Budapest City***)
  • 145 € ( for the accommodation at Hotels like : IntercityHotel Budapest ****)

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

 

EXTRA CHARGES:
a supplement for Double rooms is 5 EUR per person per night

 

NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:  

  • There is a possibility of additional day at a rate from 55 euros depend“s from Hotel and service
  • There is possibility for dinner at Hotels, prices are from 20 €- 25 € depends from Hotel
  • Optional excursions

Dates

  • 27/03/2026 - 29/03/2026

Pricing

27/03 - 29/03
  • 3 days (2 nights) = 115 € per person

Itinerary

🗓 27 March – Arrival and City Tour

  • Arrival in Budapest, the capital of Hungary.

  • Optional panoramic city tour, including:

    • Citadel, the bridges over the Danube, Heroes’ Square, City Park, Andrássy Boulevard, the Hungarian Parliament, and St. Stephen’s Basilica.

    • Free time for individual activities and shopping in Váci Street.

  • Check-in and accommodation at the hotel.

  • Information meeting with all groups.

  • Optional excursion: “The Danube Princess” – an evening cruise on the Danube River offering stunning views of Budapest’s illuminated landmarks and famous bridges.

  • Overnight stay.

🗓 28 March – Festival Day

  • Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Preparations for performances and sound checks.

  • Festival Program:

    • Performances by cultural and artistic ensembles.

    • Presentation of diplomas and awards.

  • Dinner at the hotel.

  • Optional evening outing to a Hungarian Csárdás (folk tavern) or a local discotheque for social activities and entertainment.

  • Overnight stay.

🗓 29 March – Excursion and Departure

  • Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Optional half-day excursion: “Three Danube Pearls”, including visits to:

    • Szentendre – a charming artistic town preserving Hungarian culture and spirituality.

    • Visegrád – medieval castle and former royal residence.

    • Esztergom – Hungary’s religious center, home to the country’s largest basilica.

  • Return to Budapest.

  • Optional afternoon tour of Buda, visiting:

    • Chain Bridge, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, Buda Castle, and scenic viewpoints overlooking the Danube.

  • Departure toward home destinations.

Things to do

Soak in the Széchenyi Baths

Surrounded by the greenery of City Park, the Széchenyi Baths are an ornate oasis of relaxation in thermal waters. Pools piping hot, dauntingly cold and mercifully temperate await inside and out, complemented by steam and dry saunas, ice machines, relaxation areas, a lane pool, a whirlpool and a bar/restaurant with an expansive terrace

Buda Castle

The short climb by funicular from Clark Ádám tér takes you to the former royal palace atop Castle Hill now housing the National Gallery, the Budapest History Museum and the Széchényi Library

Glide along the Danube

he Danube defines and delineates Budapest into its twin components, Buda and Pest. Wide and graceful, the river is linked by a string of beautiful bridges, and traversed by cruise ships, barges, fire-red speedboats and waterborne lines on the city’s transport network

Tour Budapest’s cool murals

Numerous firewalls around Pest, particularly in District VII, are decorated with murals, some related to Hungarian history or culture

Party on water at the A38 Boat

This former Ukrainian stone-carrying cargo ship has been transformed into one of Budapest’s most popular nightspots for live music, DJ parties and general after-hours fun

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