BUDS Dinner & Cruise program

Boarding & Welcome

Start by making your way to Dock 3/A, located at Jane Haining rakpart, 1052 Budapest, right at Vigadó Square in the heart of the city.

Be sure to arrive 30 minutes before departure - this gives you enough time to check in, get settled, and avoid missing the boat, as we operate on a strict schedule.

Once you arrive, friendly hosts and hostesses greet you with a complimentary welcome drink.

They will also escort you to your table. White tablecloths, full table service, and a professional, always-on-board ship captain ensure every detail is in place.

You’ll be served a four-course dinner during the cruise, with table service at your seat.

You can choose from three menu options: each including an appetizer, soup, main dish, and dessert.

We also offer a children’s menu, so the whole family can enjoy a delicious, tailored dining experience on board.

Adult Menus

Menu “A” – Flavors of Hungary

Duck Liver Pâté – a smooth, savory spread, traditionally served with bread | Goulash Soup (Gulyásleves) – Hungary’s national dish: a paprika-spiced beef and vegetable soup | Roasted Duck Leg with Mashed Potatoes & Red Cabbage – a beloved festive main course | Apple–Sour Cherry Strudel – light and flaky, filled with apples and tart cherries.

Menu “B” – Hungarian Countryside Comforts

Duck Liver Pâté – creamy and rich, a classic Hungarian starter. | Újházi Chicken Soup – clear broth with noodles, named after actor Ede Újházi. | Veal Stew with Egg Noodles – a warm, paprika-based stew with galuska noodles. | Somlói Galuska (Hungarian Trifle) – layered sponge cake with chocolate, rum, walnuts, and cream.

Menu “C” – Vegetarian Hungarian Menu

Aubergine Cream – smoky eggplant spread with bread or vegetables. Green Pea Soup with Cheese Dumplings – creamy, sweet pea soup with dumplings. Grilled Goat Cheese with Sweet Potatoes & Salad – a fresh, colorful vegetarian plate. Gundel Pancake (Gundel Palacsinta) – walnut-filled pancake topped with warm chocolate sauce.

Children’s Menus

Menu “K1” for Kids

Újházi style Chicken Soup | Diosaur Nuggets with French Fries and Ketchup | Pancakes with Jam

Menu “K2” for Kids

Green Pea Cream Soup with Coriander Cottage Cheese Foam | Spaghetti Bolognese | Hungarian Trifle Cake – Somlói Galuska

Throughout the evening, Ökrös Band, a virtuoso folk orchestra will perform live music.

Ökrös Band is a Hungarian Gypsy orchestra, dedicated to preserving and promoting Hungarian and Romani folk music through passionate performances worldwide. Founded by award-winning musician Tibor Ökrös in 1997, the band has performed on prestigious stages like the Berlin Philharmonic and Sydney Opera House, enchanting audiences with authentic folk melodies and captivating cultural storytelling. They will keep you entertained all evening!

At the halfway point of the two-hour program, a true highlight awaits: a Hungarian folk dance performance by a talented couple.

This is where the evening really kicks off - and if you're feeling brave, they’ll even teach you a few traditional dance moves to join in the fun!

You’ll enjoy a smooth, scenic journey past Budapest’s most iconic landmarks.

Enjoy the uninterrupted views of the city’s illuminated skyline from the best vantage point: the Danube itself.

From Parliament to Buda Castle, and the UNESCO-protected Danube riverbanks, you"ll see the city's most iconic landmarks. As the sun sets, and the Parliament lights flick on is a show in itself. Many guests find themselves drawn to the panoramic deck - phones in hand, smiles wide, the skyline a living postcard behind them. It’s not just a good photo. It’s a memory in the making.

Let this cruise be the highlight of your trip - not just because it’s beautiful (it is), or convenient (also true), but because it connects you to the city in a way other tours and guidebooks simply can’t.

In summary: If you’re in Budapest, do the Dinner and Cruise. It’s a cultural deep dive, a feast for the senses, and one of the smartest investments of your travel time and money.

And the best part?

All of this is just 90 EUR/person or 36.000 HUF/person!

How to Book Your Dinner & Cruise Experience

The program runs every day at 19:30. Booking is simple:

1. Choose the number of people you’d like to book for.

2. Select your date – pick the evening you’d like to cruise.

3. Pick your menu – each guest selects one from Menu A,B,C or Kids menus

Be sure to book your place - this program has limited seating and is very popular!