Eastern Europe Tours & Trips
Experience Budapest’s lively nightlife and thermal baths. In Romania, touring the mysterious wooden churches of Maramureș is a must-do, along with walking through the dimly lit rooms of Bran Castle, the very place where Dracula’s story began. How about hiking in Slovakia’s beautiful Tatra Mountains or exploring Prague’s Old Town and castle? Eastern Europe awaits!
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Vincent • traveled in September, 2024
A well organised tour. Our guide was fantastic and really made the trip for us. Communication was excellent. We were never in any doubt what to expect. Everyone on our tour loved him. The itinerary was good and we felt it was enough time in each place but that's because we're not really into cities. We felt we had time to see everything we wanted to do.
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KJ • traveled in September
Now is the time to explore Eastern Europe. There were several long travel days, but it was great to have private transport. The homestays were comfortable, and the food was delicious!
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Mike • traveled in October, 2024
Amazing tour guide, Judith, and incredible driver Dom made our tour an unforgettable experience. They were energetic and truly cared for each person on our tour, showed us some amazing sights, and connected us with local guides for many of the excursions. Vienna, Prague, Krakow and Budapest were awesome cities with far too much to take in. We will be back. Auschwitz was a somber, humbling and life changing experience. It is unimaginable what went on there and to see it in person, you feel the weight of the souls lost there. Overall, a fantastic tour that teased us enough to know we will be back!!
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- The best Eastern Europe tour packages
- Travel Eastern Europe your way
- Best tour companies for Eastern Europe tours
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The best Eastern Europe tour packages
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SteffEastern Europe travel expert at TourRadar
A cultural odyssey from Krakow to Belgrade unfolds through Eastern Europe. Highlights include Holloko's traditional Paloc village, Subotica's Art Nouveau architecture, and Serbian wine tasting. Guests stay at the medieval Hotel Grand Viglas and visit UNESCO sites like Banska Stiavnica's historic center.
Duration 12 days Destinations Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Serbia Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Premium From $5,530
5% Off- US$5,254You save $277
Best of Central Europe
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I like the fact that Intrepid takes care of hotels and transport, while leaving plenty of free time for us to do our own things.”
Craig, traveled in April
From Wroclaw's Ostrow Tumski to Budapest's thermal baths, this cultural tour spans Eastern Europe's landmarks. The itinerary includes the Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum, hiking in the High Tatra Mountains, and Krakow's 13th-century Rynek Glowny square. Accommodations feature 12 nights in hotels and 2 in guesthouses.
Duration 15 days Destinations Austria, Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,795
20% Off- US$3,036You save $759
Eastern Europe Explorer
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Many of the destinations on this tour were not the typical tourist type places, but that was refreshing.”
Judith, traveled in September
The grand boulevards of Budapest mark the start of this Eastern European expedition. Highlights include Eger's wine cellars, Transylvania's medieval towns, and Bulgaria's ancient cities. The route features UNESCO sites like Viscri's fortified church and Rila Monastery before concluding in Istanbul.
Duration 19 days Destinations Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Turkey Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,960
10% Off- US$4,464You save $496
This 13-day trip covers Eastern Europe's highlights, from Prague's Charles Bridge to Budapest's Danube-divided cityscape and Poland's Baltic coast in Gdansk. UNESCO sites include Lednice Castle, Auschwitz memorial, and Malbork's medieval fortress. Accommodations include stays at Courtyard by Marriott Prague City. A traditional Polish dinner in Krakow is part of the itinerary, along with boat rides on Wroclaw's canals and evening transfers to historic centers in Prague and Budapest.
Duration 13 days Destinations Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, Poland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
10% Off- US$1,939
Country Roads of Central Europe (Classic, End Vienna)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Vienna, Prague, Krakow and Budapest were awesome cities with far too much to take in. We will be back.”
Mike, traveled in September
Vienna's UNESCO-listed Schönbrunn Palace starts the route through Český Krumlov's medieval streets to Prague's Old Town Square, where the 600-year-old Astronomical Clock performs every hour. A Local Expert guides the visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial before seeing Kraków's Wawel Cathedral and the underground Wieliczka Salt Mine. Crossing the Low Tatra Mountains leads to Budapest, where the Liszt Music Academy tour and dinner with Hungarian specialties at the Fisherman's Bastion await. Transportation includes a 40-seat luxury coach with double legroom.
Duration 9 days Destinations Austria, Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From $2,925
15% Off- US$2,486You save $439
Budapest to Prague Adventure
17 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Wine tasting with the group. The guided trip were spectacular.”
Nick, traveled in August
Magnificent capitals showcase their beauty from Budapest's Parliament buildings to Prague's Castle District. Slovakia's preserved Medieval center in Bratislava, Austria's Imperial heritage at Hofburg Palace, and Czech wine culture in Mikulov's historic cellars create lasting memories.
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From
15% Off- US$1,930
Castles & Capitals of the Balkans (Serbia, Hungary, Romania & Bulgaria) – 14 Days
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Walking through the historical areas of Belgrade, visiting the many temples, churches and castles along the way.”
Luis, traveled in August
Belgrade's Saint Sava Temple to Sofia's Alexander Nevsky Cathedral forms the backbone of this route, visiting 16 destinations across four countries. Accommodations include properties like Aro Palace Brasov and Doubletree Plovdiv. Timisoara's Victory Square, nicknamed 'Little Vienna,' Petrovaradin Fortress on the Danube, and the medieval streets of Koprivshtitsa are on the itinerary. Small groups limited to 15 people get close-up views of Transylvania's castles, Bulgarian rose fields, and Budapest's thermal baths. All entrance fees and transportation are covered.
Duration 14 days Destinations Serbia, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Victor Tours DMC From $4,174
12% Off- US$3,673You save $501
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From what our travelers tell us, Intrepid really shines through their tour leaders - they know their stuff and keep things running smoothly even when plans need adjusting. They've got this way of making the whole experience feel both organized and relaxed at the same time. G Adventures offers solid value with their tours, giving you a nice mix of group time and space to do your own thing. Their prices make sense for what you get. That said, a few of our customers mentioned they sometimes had trouble getting quick responses from the main office, and the hotels could be hit or miss with basic cleaning standards. Europamundo does well with their Imperial Capitals route - their guides really know the local history and culture, and the hotels are comfortable. Just keep in mind that some accommodations might be a bit far from where all the action is in city centers. Still, the well-thought-out daily plans and professional guides more than make up for any minor hotel location issues. Each company brings something different to the table - Intrepid with their exceptional guides, G Adventures with their flexible approach and fair pricing, and Europamundo with their solid European routes. They all have their strong points though none are perfect, which is pretty normal in travel really.
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Best time to visit Eastern Europe
- Winter 2025 / 2026
The Imperial Capitals winter tour really shines during the festive season, connecting Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava and also Prague. Our travelers often mention how much they enjoy ducking into Vienna's elegant coffee houses for traditional pastries when it's cold outside. Budapest's thermal baths feel extra special in winter, and the evening concerts in historic venues add something magical to the experience. You'll find fewer tourists crowding Prague's Old Town and Budapest's ruin bars this time of year, which means more genuine interactions with locals.
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- Spring 2026
Spring opens up Eastern Europe beautifully, with routes running from Budapest through Transylvania and into Bulgaria. The weather's just right for hiking in the Carpathians, and you can take your time exploring medieval towns like Sighisoara and also Veliko Tarnovo. In Bulgaria, you'll taste wines in centuries-old cellars and visit orthodox monasteries, while Romania offers authentic village homestays. Another route links Prague to Berlin through Krakow, mixing historical sites with modern culture. Food experiences really come alive in spring - you can learn to make pierogi in Krakow and sample Bull's Blood wine in Eger's rolling valleys.
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- Summer 2026
Summer's Best of Central Europe route balances city experiences with mountain activities perfectly. The hiking in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains works for different fitness levels, and our travelers love how well-planned the routes are. You'll get plenty of time in cities too - think jazz clubs in Prague and thermal baths in Budapest. The guides do a great job mixing scheduled activities with free time, so you can choose between exploring castles, taking river cruises and joining food tours. The medieval town of Cesky Krumlov is especially nice in summer evenings when the streets come alive with local energy.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn routes connecting Budapest through Romania and also Bulgaria really deliver something special. The Carpathian forests turn golden, making walks through traditional villages even more memorable. You'll visit unique spots like the colorful "Merry Cemetery" in Maramures and Bran Castle in Transylvania. It's perfect timing for wine experiences - try homemade varieties in rural Romania or visit established wineries in Bulgaria's Melnik region. The mild weather makes city exploration really pleasant, whether you're discovering Prague's Jewish Quarter or walking Budapest's grand boulevards.
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