COMPANY PROFILE
Continental Travel is a private Hungarian firm founded in 1992, and having become one of the top ten incoming and incentive agencies in Hungary. Our firm creates packages offering a wide range of services in Budapest and the whole of Hungary: accommodation, programmes, guide services and transportation. Visitors with special objectives can choose from city tours, round trips, gourmet tours, wellness and spa packages, incentive trips or conferences which are all arranged with the highest care and all the knowledge we’ve gathered over the course of our work. As our slogan says: Our experience is your success!
WHY HUNGARY
This small country in the centre of Europe, is a survivor like a lighthouse battered by a thunderous storm it has stood the test of time and still shines in spite of its tempestuous past. It could be the reason that today there is a harmonious blend of old and new, which is reflected in the Hungarian people’s outlook on life. On the one hand traditions, culture and arts are keenly safeguarded, yet there is a constant search for the modern and innovative. This outlook gives Hungary a certain uniqueness, reflected in the language that resembles no other and shares almost no common words with any of its neighbours. Oddly enough the landscape seems to reflect this contrasting characteristic. As a landlocked country it has an abundance of water, from the coolness of Lake Balaton (the largest lake in Europe) to the healing warmth of Lake Hévíz (the second largest thermal lake in the world). Read More
The land is also saturated by a multitude of rivers that all play a part in dividing the land, creating the contrasts and yet still maintaining calmness about the land. The most famous of these rivers is the Danube that splits Hungary and its capital Budapest from north to south with mountainous regions to the west and Europe’s largest continuous grassland to the east. It is this appreciation and understanding, that old and new can live perfectly together that gives Hungary an infectious love for life.
WHAT TO DO
- Horse Show on the Puszta Plains: Discover Hungary’s cowboy culture on the great Hungarian Plain, where skilled horsemen perform dazzling stunts and showcase centuries-old equestrian traditions.
- Wine Tasting in Tokaj & Beyond: Sip your way through Hungary’s finest vineyards in Tokaj, Eger, Badacsony or Etyek. From sweet Tokaji Aszú to full-bodied reds, each tasting tells a story of heritage and flavour.
- Sailing & Cycling at Lake Balaton: Hungary’s “inland sea” is the perfect playground for adventurers. Cycle scenic lake paths or set sail on turquoise waters for a breezy day outdoors.
- Adventure in the Danube Bend: Just outside Budapest, the Danube twists through forested hills and charming villages. Try canopy tours, canoeing, or even medieval knight tournaments!
- Feel the Speed at the F1 Circuit: Visit Hungary’s famous Formula 1 racetrack – or get behind the wheel yourself for a thrilling test drive experience.
- Lavender Fields of Tihany: Breathe in the fragrant fields and shop for unique lavender products – from soothing teas and cosmetics to local chocolates.
- Buda Castle Quarter: Walk through centuries of history at this UNESCO gem, home to Matthias Church, Fishermen’s Bastion, and panoramic views of the city.
- Great Synagogue: Step inside Europe’s largest and the world’s second-largest synagogue – a moving tribute to Jewish heritage in Hungary.
- Parliament Building: One of Budapest’s most iconic sights, this neo-Gothic wonder looks even more magical when lit up along the Danube.
- Andrássy Avenue & Váci Street: Stroll two of the city’s grandest shopping boulevards – with Andrássy Avenue listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Hungarian State Opera House: Admire the ornate beauty of this architectural masterpiece – a must for culture and design lovers.
- House of Music Hungary: A striking modern venue dedicated to the joy of music, housed in award-winning, contemporary architecture.
- Ride in a Classic Trabant: Take a nostalgic journey in one of Hungary’s legendary old-school cars – a fun and quirky way to tour the city.
- Coffee & Cake, the Hungarian Way: Pause for a historic coffee break at opulent cafés like New York Café, Parisi Passage, or Gerbeaud. Don’t miss Hungarian classics like Esterházy Cake, apple strudel, or chimney cake.
- Soak in the Thermal Baths: Relax in Budapest’s famous thermal spas – from the Art Nouveau beauty of Gellért Baths to the iconic outdoor pools of Széchenyi.
- Ruin Pub Crawl: Discover Budapest’s coolest nightlife scene in its famously eclectic ruin pubs – artsy, atmospheric, and utterly unforgettable.
CONTACT DETAILS
Judit Kanel – CEO
Tel: +36 1 373 0616
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Fax: +36 1 373 0617
Email: continental.travel@continentaltravel.hu
Website: www.continentaltravel.hu
Address: Kálmán Imre u. 21 1054, Budapest, Hungary
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