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- Gems of Southeast Europe 2025
- The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025
- The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest and 1 Night in Budapest 2025
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- Gems of Southeast Europe 2026
- 1.200 Miles on the Beautiful Blue Danube (Vienna - Bucharest)
- Family Club - Croatia and Montenegro (port-to-port cruise)
- Cruise through the awe-inspiring Iron Gates
- Explore ancient Pécs and its Roman roots
- Taste traditional wines in the Ilok region
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Greece, Bulgaria, Romania Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator AmaWaterways From
- US$3,598
- Explore Bucharest's vibrant Victory Avenue
- Tour the historic sites of Rousse and Vidin
- Sail through the dramatic Iron Gates Gorge
Duration 10 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Avalon Waterways From
- US$4,798+$240 upfront costs
The Danube from Romania to Budapest with 1 Night in Bucharest and 1 Night in Budapest 2025
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- Explore Bucharest's vibrant Victory Avenue
- Tour the historic sites of Rousse by bike
- See Belogradchik's rocks and Baba Vida Fortress
Duration 11 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Avalon Waterways From
- US$5,077+$240 upfront costs
- Explore Bucharest's mix of architectures
- Tour Ceausescu's lavish Spring Palace
- Cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates
Duration 11 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $11,135
53% Off- US$5,225You save $5,910
- Explore Bucharest's rich history and architecture
- Tour Ruse, Bulgaria's 'Little Vienna'
- See Vidin's medieval Baba Vida fortress
Duration 10 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary Age Range up to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $4,399
10% Off- US$3,959You save $439
- Explore Bucharest's mix of architecture
- Tour the Palace of Parliament
- Cruise through the Iron Gates gorge
Duration 9 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $10,590
56% Off- US$4,680You save $5,910
- Explore Bucharest's Parisian-style boulevards
- Tour Vidin's vineyards and taste local wines
- Visit Lepenski Vir's ancient archaeological site
Duration 11 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator Emerald Cruises From $8,595
53% Off- US$4,040You save $4,555
- Board a cruise to explore Southeast Europe
- Tour ancient Pécs and taste Szekszárd wines
- Discover Belgrade and sample Serbian brandy
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator AmaWaterways From
53% Off- US$3,399
- Raise a glass at Vienna's Welcome Cocktail
- Explore Bratislava's gothic-baroque old town
- Cruise Budapest with a folklore show on board
Duration 10 days Destinations Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Lueftner Cruises From
53% Off- US$2,885
- Explore Dubrovnik on a guided tour
- Taste local products in Korcula
- Hike through Krka National Park
Duration 8 days Destinations Dubrovnik, Mljet Island, Korcula Island, Sibenik, Trogir, Split, Hvar Island, Vis, Kotor Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
53% Off- US$2,024
