4-Week Eastern Europe Tour Packages
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24 Days in Central Europe, incl. Vienna and Bucharest
Eastern Europe's diverse landscapes and cultures unfold on this multi-day adventure. Carefully planned stays in key destinations pair with scenic train rides to reveal hidden gems.
- Days 1-2
Vienna
Begin in Austria's elegant capital. Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral early morning before the 9 AM tour groups arrive. Stop at Vollpension café where local seniors serve traditional Viennese cakes. "The older staff at Vollpension made the experience so authentic - their stories about old Vienna were fascinating."
- Days 3-4
Cesky Krumlov
Take a 3-hour morning minivan to this fairy-tale Czech town. Bring comfortable walking shoes for the uneven cobblestones in the medieval center. A local tip: book an afternoon canoe trip on the Vltava River when tourist numbers drop.
- Days 5-6
Prague
A 3-hour bus ride takes you to Prague. Explore the Jewish Quarter before 10 AM to avoid crowds. If you like nightlife, the jazz clubs in Mala Strana stay open until 2 AM.
- Days 7-8
Wroclaw
The journey to this Polish cultural gem takes 6-7 hours by train and bus. Cathedral Island looks beautiful in morning light for photos. Take time to explore the Four Denominations District's religious architecture.
- Days 9-10
Krakow
Take a 4-hour morning train. Plan your Auschwitz-Birkenau guided tour with water and sun protection. Back in Krakow, head to the Jewish Quarter after 8 PM for excellent pierogi restaurants.
- Days 11-12
Tatra Mountains
Plan for a 6+ hour bus ride to Tatranska Lomnica. Pack proper footwear and layers for the 6km mountain hike. The funicular offers easier walking routes if you prefer.
- Days 13-15
Budapest
The 8-hour journey needs an early start. Get to the Széchenyi Baths before 11 AM to avoid crowds. A previous visitor suggests: "Book a private cabin to change - the communal lockers get chaotic during peak times."
- Days 16-17
Eger
A short 2-3 hour train ride east. Visit the Valley of Beautiful Women wine cellars in late afternoon when it's cooler. The famous Bull's Blood red wine is worth trying.
- Days 18-19
Maramures
Enter Romania's traditional region. Local family homestays offer authentic village experiences. Visit the Merry Cemetery early for the best photos.
- Days 20-21
Sighisoara & Viscri
Travel to medieval Sighisoara. The 14th-century clock tower is quieter early morning. In Viscri, local families welcome dinner guests. Small gifts are appreciated.
- Days 22-23
Brasov & Bran
See "Dracula's Castle" in Bran before 10 AM to avoid tour buses. Visit Brasov's Black Church but remember modest dress is required.
- Day 24
Bucharest
The 3-hour morning train brings you to Romania's capital. Book Palace of Parliament tours ahead. Finish your trip exploring Old Town's growing food scene.
- Days 1-5
Romania Land Tour
Your journey begins in Bucharest before venturing into Transylvania. Visit Peles Castle in the early morning to beat the crowds and get the best photos of its German Renaissance architecture. Explore Brasov's medieval Old Town and take the cable car up Tampa Mountain for great views. A good tip is to visit Bran Castle in the late afternoon when there are fewer tourists and the sunset creates beautiful photos of the famous "Dracula's Castle."
- Days 6-8
Black Sea Coast & Bulgaria
Start your river cruise in Constanta, Romania's Black Sea port. Take the 3-hour morning walking tour to see the main sites and make time for the Roman mosaics museum. In Bulgaria's Silistra, take the walking tour to the fortress. The uphill walk takes some effort but the river views make it worthwhile. Bring good shoes since the old stone paths can be slippery.
- Days 9-11
Bulgaria & Serbia
Visit Rousse in Bulgaria, nicknamed "Little Vienna." The morning architecture tour shows off the city's beautiful Belle Époque buildings. One traveler noted, "The preserved 19th-century merchant houses are incredible - don't miss the ornate Neo-Baroque Dohodno Zdanie." When you cruise through the Iron Gates gorge between Serbia and Romania, get to the Sun Deck early. You'll see the best views of the Decebalus rock carving between 9-10am.
- Days 12-14
Serbia & Croatia
Spend a full day in Belgrade. Try the morning bike ride along the Danube and visit Kalemegdan Fortress later when it's cooler. In Novi Sad, climb up to Petrovaradin Fortress to watch the sunset over the Danube. Bring a small flashlight for the dark fortress tunnels. In Croatia, Osijek shows some remains of the 1990s war but has a beautiful restored Baroque center.
- Days 15-17
Hungary
The Hungarian part starts in Mohacs before reaching Kalocsa, known for its folk art and horse shows. In Budapest, get to the Széchenyi baths early at 6am to avoid crowds. A recent visitor said: "The outdoor pools at sunset are magical - go around 6pm when locals finish work and the atmosphere is wonderfully authentic."
- Days 18-22
Slovakia & Austria
Walk through Bratislava's Old Town starting at Michael's Gate and find the bronze statues along the cobblestone streets. Take the communist-era tour to learn about life during the Iron Curtain period. Your trip ends in Vienna with its beautiful architecture and coffee houses. Book your Mozart concert tickets early since shows at Musikverein often sell out weeks in advance.
- Days 1-2
Vienna
Begin in Austria's elegant capital. Head to Ringstrasse by 8:30 AM to avoid tour groups at the Opera House and St. Stephen's Cathedral. You'll get the best city views from the Belvedere Palace's upper gardens in late afternoon. Book your spot at traditional spots like Café Central well before 2 PM to secure a table.
- Days 3-4
Budapest to Bratislava
Take a 3-hour trip from Vienna to Budapest where the Chain Bridge links the hilly Buda side with flat Pest. Spend Day 4 in Bratislava seeing the mix of medieval Old Town and Communist-era architecture. A past visitor shared: "The guided Communist history tour was eye-opening. Our guide shared personal family stories that really brought that era to life."
- Days 5-7
Hungarian Heartland
Stop in Vac for an evening concert at Gödöllő Royal Palace. Get to Budapest's Castle Hill early to beat the crowds. Visit local embroidery workshops in Kalocsa and watch traditional horse shows on the Great Hungarian Plain.
- Days 8-9
Croatia & Serbia
Visit Osijek Croatia where buildings still show war damage from the 1990s. Take a morning bike ride through Kopacki Rit Nature Park when animals are most active. Have lunch with a local Croatian family and try their homemade strukli cheese pastry.
- Days 10-11
Serbian Cities
Start at Novi Sad's Petrovaradin Fortress early for perfect morning photos over the Danube. Take a 3-hour bike tour along Belgrade's riverbank for a better look at the city. Visit St. Sava Temple after 4 PM when sunlight fills the mosaics.
- Days 12-14
Iron Gates & Bulgaria
Travel through the Iron Gates gorge between Serbia and Romania. Bring good shoes for the slippery steps at Golubac Fortress. Take an early morning walk to Belogradchik Castle in Vidin Bulgaria before it gets hot.
- Days 15-17
Black Sea Coast
Visit Constanta on Romania's coast. Get to the archaeological museum at 9 AM before cruise ships arrive. Head to Bucharest for city tours including Parliament Palace. Wear comfortable shoes for the long walks.
- Days 18-22
Transylvania
End your trip in Romania's Transylvania region. Visit Bran Castle after 4 PM when most tourists leave. Stay in medieval Sighisoara until evening to see the lit-up citadel. Finish in Sibiu before going back to Bucharest.
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