Budapest 2-hour Grand Segway Tour #89085

Summary Description

See the best that Budapest has to offer on a 2-hour Segway tour of the city

Highlights
  • Small-group tour
  • Enjoy the Opera House and glide along Andrassy Avenue
  • Explore City Park with Vajdahunyad Castle and Szechenyi Thermal Bath
  • Marvel at St Stephen’s Basilica and the Parliament
  • View to UNESCO World Heritage panorama: Buda Castle District, Matthias Church and the Danube
Description

Each tour starts with a practice session of around 20 minutes in front of our office. (This isn't part in your tour time). Learning to ride is very easy but nonetheless, only when everyone is comfortable will we set off.

You'll begin on Andrassy Avenue, the famous tree lined boulevard which dates from 1872. You'll pass Neo-Renaissance mansions and townhouses as well as many luxury brand stores. Along the way you’ll see the House of Terror as well as the Kodaly House. Your second stop is Heroes’ Square. The major column is the Millennium Memorial behind are two colonnades with statues of Hungarian kings and national leaders. Next the City Park. Being the capitals largest green area, it has various attractions including the wonderful Vajdahunyad Castle. Also you’ll see the Szechenyi Baths which are the largest medicinal baths in Europe and a wonderful place to relax after a tour.  

Then your group return towards the center until you’re standing in the shadow of the magnificent Hungarian State Opera House. This Neo-Renaissance edifice is considered to possess the third best acoustics in Europe. Now onwards to the St Stephen's Basilica and the Parliament. This Gothic Revival style construction is the largest building in Hungary. Here you’ll enjoy a wonderful panoramic view across the Danube to Buda. You’ll see the Buda Castle, Matthias Church, the Royal Palace, Fisherman's Bastion and Margaret Island.

Included / Excluded
  • Segway machine rental during the tour
  • Helmet (compulsory)
  • Entry fees to sights and museums
  • Pick-up and drop-off
Start / End Locations

Start Location: Lázár utca, 16., Budapest, HU

Start Location Notes: Located behind the Hungarian State Opera House

Accessibility
  • Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • The Segway is not appropriate for those weighing over 280llbs/130kg or under 90llbs/40kg (10 years)
  • For the safety of the mother and baby, we do not allow pregnant women to participate
  • Helmet is compulsory on the tour and provided
  • Riders must have the ability to make motions such as climbing and descending stairs without assistance
  • Anyone suspected of being under the influence of alcohol will not be permitted to ride and forfeit their right to do the tour, without refund
  • It is required to complete a liability waiver to start the tour
  • Tour goes in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Know Before You Go
  • Tour goes in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • We encourage you to bring hats and gloves to keep the extremities warm during colder months
  • High-heel shoes and flip-flops are not suitable for riding the Segway
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Terms and Conditions

We reserve the right to alter and change tour programs without prior notice due to construction, city closures for events, festivals and so on throughout the year. 2. Failure to show up on time to the stated meeting point for the program is considered a no show and the fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. 3. As supplier we are not responsible for unforeseen delays or accidents, loss of money, loss of any personal items or objects during tours. Tour guests are advised to have their own personal travel insurance. 4. Unfortunately, due to the nature of our walking, bike and Segway tours, it's not possible for us to accommodate people with limited mobility. 5. Supplier reserves the right to refuse service from guests in extreme circumstances (i.e. improper conduct, disturbance of other guests, disruptive behavior, suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol/narcotics) without refund. 6. Only stated person(s) on ticket may use the ticket. Guests need to present a valid ID card or e-voucher as a supporting document should they be asked to by staff. 7. Segway, e-bike and caving has special terms and conditions, age, height or weight restrictions, security precautions. Please make it visible for your customers before booking the services as we can not offer refund on the spot. (details are at the tour information)

About operator:

Absolute Tours specializes in small-group and private walking, bike, e-bike tours and some themed tours, like alternative culture or communist history in Budapest. The tours run in English and as interactive participation of the guests encouraged, so we never use headphones. 

Basic Information
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Trip difficulty: Easy
  • Max Group Size: 8
  • Category: Walking & Bike Tours
Operating hours
Sun 09:30 AM, 03:00 PM
Mon 09:30 AM, 03:00 PM
Tue 09:30 AM, 03:00 PM
Wed 09:30 AM, 03:00 PM
Thu 09:30 AM, 03:00 PM
Fri 09:30 AM, 03:00 PM
Sat 09:30 AM, 03:00 PM
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