Bulgaria and Romania River Cruises
Find a River Cruise that explores Bulgaria And Romania. There are 14 cruises to choose from, that range in length from 8 days up to 15 days. The most popular month for these cruises is April, which has the most tour departures. Considering other destinations? Check out all river cruises.
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10 best river cruises through Bulgaria And Romania
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- Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Transylvania 2026
- Transylvania & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Budapest Escape 2027
- Eastern Europe & Balkans Unveiled with Transylvania 2026|2027
- Eastern Europe & Balkans Unveiled with Transylvania 2027 - 13 Days (from Bucharest to Budapest)
- Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania Bucharest to Budapest (2026)
- Transylvania Pre Program and Lower Danube (Bucharest - Vienna) (27 destinations)
- Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania Bucharest → Budapest (2026)
- 1.200 Miles on the Beautiful Blue Danube (Bucharest - Vienna) (13 destinations)
- Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania Bucharest → Budapest (2027)
- Legends of the Balkans Bucharest → Budapest (2026)
Duration 13 days Destinations Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From
- US$7,010
Duration 15 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $6,915
10% Off- US$6,207You save $708
Sail the Lower Danube through Bulgaria and Romania, stopping in Silistra to see the preserved Turkish Fort and visiting Rousse's Baroque architecture. The ship docks in Giurgiu so you can tour Bucharest's Union Square, Ceausescu's Spring Palace with its 80 Murano glass-adorned rooms, and the Village Open Air Museum. Attend an exclusive piano recital in Rousse and see a private choir performance inside St. Sava Temple's marble-lined crypt in Belgrade.
Duration 13 days Destinations Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $7,400
8% Off- US$6,828You save $572
Duration 13 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $7,400
8% Off- US$6,828You save $572
Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania Bucharest to Budapest (2026)
1 Review by TourRadar travelersMedieval history and regional flavors unfold along this scenic waterway. From UNESCO landmarks to historic capitals, the journey features local wine tastings while sailing through spectacular river landscapes.
Duration 11 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Travel Marvel From
8% Off- US$3,259+$588 upfront costs
Duration 15 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Operator Lueftner Cruises From
8% Off- US$5,413
Sail the Danube on the Travelmarvel Capella through Bulgaria and Romania, passing through the Iron Gates gorge and docking at historic riverside towns. You'll visit UNESCO-listed medieval Veliko Tarnovo and climb up to the hilltop Tsarevets Fortress, then tour the 10th-century Baba Vida Fortress in Vidin and check out Belogradchik's striking rock formations. Magyar cowboys show off traditional equestrian skills in Puszta, then head into Novi Sad's Petrovaradin Fortress catacombs, and enjoy included wine with lunch and dinner throughout the seven-night cruise.
Duration 11 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary Age Range Ages 8+ Operator APT From
8% Off- US$4,346+$588 upfront costs
















