Budapest Opera House Tour

Give the hen a dose of culture in Budapest...

Budapest is home to some of the most glamorous and glitzy opera houses in the world. Hungary is famous for her opera palaces and this is one of the most opulent you'll see in your lifetime. Pop some culture into your hen weekend and stand on the stage where legendary divas like Maria Callas and Dame Kiri Te Kanawa have performed. No one can ever resist the temptation to have a little warble. Go on, hit those high notes!

A friendly, English-speaking guide who lives and breathes opera will greet you all with a glass of bubbly on arrival. After a quick introduction to the opera house, you'll be whisked off on a tour that goes behind the scenes and gives you a fascinating insight into the dramatic world of opera.

Be dazzled by the glistening gold, lanterns, rich velvet, drapes, paintings and frescoes of this grand opera house. Even if you don't dig opera, you can't fail to be enchanted by the twinkling chandeliers and elaborate statues. See the boxes where lords, ladies and royalty have enjoyed performances. Go backstage to dressing rooms once occupied by world famous opera singers. Hear tragic tales and stories of romance, intrigue and jealousy!

In a nutshell:

• Guided tour of a Budapest opera hour
• 1 glass of bubbly each