Vienna and Budapest Culinary Tours & Travel
A Magical Moment
March 1-8, 2025
Delicious Expeditions would like to invite you to attend a Viennese Ball---Alight by carriage, ascend the large marble staircase, and discover the magnificence of the Hofburg Palace. Dance the night away in the Grand Ballroom.
Once upon a time there was a place where people lounged in fin de siècle coffeehouses, surrounded by writers and musicians, intellectuals and philosophers. They nibbled on cream-filled cakes and apples encased in paper-thin layers of dough. In the winter, during Ball Season, they were invited to majestic palaces to waltz, their waltz—the Viennese waltz. They traveled to Budapest to take the waters, to soak in grand baths resembling small palaces. They nestled into cozy wine taverns and ate refined cuisine in opulent settings.
Delicious Expeditions has recreated this magical moment in time. The Vienna Ball and Budapest Tour offers a unique blend of imperial tradition and modern living in two of Europe’s most vibrant cities.
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Vienna Ball Experience
$5200, double occupancy
$900--Single Supplement
Deadline to register: November 15
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Included in the Vienna & Budapest Tour are 4 nights accommodations in Vienna and 3 nights in Budapest, all group ground transportation after arriving at the Leo Grand, all group activities, 1 cooking class, 2 wine tastings, all tours and meals listed on the itinerary as well as a private dance class, entrance into the Ball and availability of dance hosts. A 72-hour Vienna Pass is included for public transportation and museum discounts.
A $1000 deposit is required to secure your place in our Vienna Ball & Budapest Expedition. Since the number of participants is limited and accommodations vary, early registration is advised.
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Vienna Ball & Budapest Tour
Herzlich Willkommen!!
Arrive to the 5-star Leo Grand in the historic center of Vienna. Meet for drinks and introductions, followed by a dinner of traditional Austrian fare.
See Vienna photo gallery
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Fine Dining
Discover the enchanting city of Vienna with a guided walking tour, ducking into a cozy turn-of-the-century café to warm up. Free time to wander the cobbled streets or visit one of the city’s outstanding museums. Dinner at the luxurious Sacher Hotel, home of the famous Sachertorte. (Optional opera at the spectacular Wiener Staatsoper, considered one of the most important opera houses in the world.)
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Discover Austrian Wines
Tour the Hofburg Palace--ancestrial home of the Hapsburgs. Then discover a wide array of Austrian wines during a wine tasting with lunch. Afternoon Viennese waltz class at the reknowed Elmayer Dance School. Free evening.
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The Ball
Discover the secrets of the Viennese kitchen with a cooking class lunch followed by time on your own to prepare for the Ball**. Horse drawn carriage to the Hofburg Palace. Optional salon appointments and guided shopping.
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Budapest
Travel to Budapest, visiting a few local wineries along the way. Traditional countryside lunch. Settle in at the Corinthia, a historic luxury hotel and spa. Free evening.
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Historic Coffeehouses
Discover Budapest during a walking tour. Lunch at the New York Café, considered the most beautiful coffeehouses in the world. Free afternoon to enjoy the spa. Dinner on your own (a list of recommended restaurants will be provided.)
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Market Day
Tour the Great Market Hall while sampling local specialties and learning about traditional Hungarian cuisine. Mid-morning break in another fin de siècle coffeehouse. Afternoon on your own to explore Budapest. Farewell dinner and cooking class with local chef.
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Departure!
Depart the Corinthia for the airport or train station.
*For the day of the Ball, an optional list of activities and treatments will be provided: Visit one of Europe’s oldest gloves stores, book a massage, manicure, pedicure or hair dresser. There are also rental shops for ball gowns, which can be visited earlier in the week, if needed.
Itinerary subject to change depending on local festivals and concerts.