Description
Eger and its vicinity is not only famous for Eger Castle, key site to the 16-17th century Ottoman-Hungarian wars and the Eger Bull’s Blood, a red wine of characteristic taste which was also preferred by the warriors of the Hungarian frontier during the Ottoman Invasion, but also because of its unique natural treasures such as the ’salt hill’ and thermal spa of Egerszalók.
Key archaeological/heritage attractions: medieval castle and Turkish monuments, Eger; 17-18th century cave dwellings, Egerszalók
Travel
Travel by private bus and lunch included
Ticket for Saliris Resort is not included
Participation fee: 140 EUR / pax
Approximate schedule
- Departure from Budapest in the morning
- Guided tour of the Dobó Square and the Castle in Eger
- Lunch and wine tasting at the Bolyki Winery
- Visit to the cave lodges and the Saffron Garden in Egerszalók in the afternoon
OR
- Relax at the Saliris Resort (’salt hill’ and thermal spa)
- Departure to Budapest in the evening
The organiser reserves the right to change the programme.