Art
4 days

Tracing Franz Liszt’s Legacy in Hungary

On this journey, you will discover the most important places in Hungary where the famous composer Franz Liszt traveled, lived, and experienced his first musical inspirations and successes.
Hungarian folk music, especially Gypsy music, had a remarkable influence on his works. Among his world-famous and beloved compositions is the Hungarian Rhapsody.
Liszt’s greatest legacy is the Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest, founded in 1875 and named after its founder and patron. This prestigious institution is shaped by world-class classical musicians and renowned Hungarian artists, creating an international atmosphere.
Its grand concert hall, built in 1907 and a masterpiece of Art Nouveau adorned in gold, is one of the most prominent concert venues in the world.

  • 3 nights with breakfast at your booked hotel in Budapest
  • 2 dinners at the hotel
  • 1 dinner in a historic Old Town restaurant accompanied by traditional Gypsy music
  • Full-day city tour of Budapest
  • Entrance to Franz Liszt’s birthplace in Raiding/Doborjan, Austria
  • Entrance and guided tour of Eszterházy Palace in Fertőd, Western Hungary
  • Visit to the Franz Liszt Museum
  • Guided tour of the State Opera House in Budapest
  • 2 half-day guided tours
  • 1 concert at the Liszt Academy of Music (ticket price not included)

Day 1

Raiding, Sopron & Eszterházy Palace

After an overnight stop near Vienna, visit Franz Liszt’s birthplace in Raiding, where he was born on October 22, 1811.
In Sopron, where Liszt gave his first public concert in November 1820, enjoy a walk through the beautifully preserved Baroque old town.
Continue to Fertőd to explore Eszterházy Palace, often called the “Hungarian Versailles.” Liszt’s father worked here as an estate manager for the Eszterházy family.
Drive to Budapest, check into your hotel, and enjoy dinner.

Day 2

Budapest City Tour, State Opera & Concert

Morning city tour of Budapest, the musical capital where Liszt spent his later years. See key landmarks such as Heroes’ Square, the State Opera, Parliament, the Danube promenade, Castle District with Fisherman’s Bastion, and Matthias Church.
In the afternoon, guided tour of the State Opera House, a masterpiece of Neo-Renaissance architecture richly decorated with Baroque elements, paintings, and sculptures. Statues of composers Ferenc Erkel and Franz Liszt stand in front.
Dinner at the hotel, followed by a concert in the magnificent Art Nouveau concert hall of the Franz Liszt Academy of Music.

Day 3

Franz Liszt Museum & Traditional Dinner

Morning guided tour of the Franz Liszt Museum, opened in 1986 in the former Music Academy building. View Liszt’s personal belongings, pianos, books, sheet music, and furniture forming the core of the collection.
Afternoon at leisure to explore Budapest’s other treasures on your own.
Enjoy dinner in a traditional Old Town restaurant accompanied by live Gypsy music.

Day 4

Departure

After breakfast, begin your journey home.

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