Budapest trip from India: 5 days of thermal baths & the Danube
A 5-day Budapest itinerary from India: Schengen visa steps, a rupee budget, thermal baths, Parliament, the Danube Bend, veg food and when to go.
Hungary
Budapest's thermal baths, riverside palaces and ruin bars on the Danube, one stop from India.
Entry rules for Indian passports
| Entry | Schengen short-stay visa (type C), lodged through VFS Global for the Hungarian Embassy in New Delhi or Consulate General in Mumbai |
|---|---|
| Stay | Up to 90 days in any 180 |
| Government fee | €90 for adults and €45 for ages 6–12 (EU Commission), plus the VFS service charge |
| Processing | Normally up to 15 calendar days, up to 45 if further checks are needed |
| Official site | newdelhi.mfa.gov.hu |
When to go
The best months are April, May, June, September, December. Flights from India: One stop via the Gulf or a European hub, about 10–14 h to Budapest. Currency: Hungarian forint (HUF), roughly ₹0.25; check the day's rate. Clocks: IST − 4:30 (IST − 3:30 in summer).
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