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9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Budapest

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From Bucharest to Budapest
3.6 (6 reviews)

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 46
Ages 12+

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Bucharest to Lovech

    Bucharest to Lovech
    Start point
    Bulevardul Regina Elisabeta 7, Bucharest 030000, Romania (BUS STOP Piata Universitatii - in front of the statues, 07:45 - 08:00)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tsarevets Fortress
    • Visit Monument of the Asenevtsi kings
    • Visit Samovodska charshia (traditional market)
    • Visit Devetashka Cave
    • Visit Krushyuna Falls
    Landmarks
    Tsarevets Fortress
    Monument of the Asenevtsi kings
    Samovodska charshia
    Devetashka Cave
    Krushyuna Falls
  3. Day 2

    Lovech to Sofia

    Lovech to Sofia
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Covered Bridge over the Osam River
    • Walking tour of Sofia city center including Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
    • Visit Saint Sofia Church
    • Visit Banya Bashi Mosque
    • Visit Sofia Synagogue
    • Visit Vitosha shopping street

    Optional Activities

    • Optional guided walking tour in Sofia (20€)
    Landmarks
    Covered Bridge over the Osam River
    Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
    Saint Sofia Church
    Banya Bashi Mosque
    Sofia Synagogue
    Vitosha
  4. Day 3

    Sofia to Skopje

    Sofia to Skopje
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Rila Monastery
    • Visit Church at Rila Monastery
    • Orientation tour of Skopje
    Landmarks
    Rila Monastery
  5. Day 4

    Skopje to Ohrid

    Skopje to Ohrid
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Skopje
    • Visit Macedonian Vardar River quay
    • Visit Old Bazaar
    • Visit Memorial house of Mother Teresa
    • Visit Kale Fortress
    • Visit Macedonia Square
    • Walking tour of Ohrid old city center
    • Visit Ancient Theater in Ohrid
    • Visit Sveti Sofia Church in Ohrid
    • Visit Tsar Samuil's Fortress
    • Visit pedestrian shopping street in Ohrid

    Optional Activities

    • Optional guided walking tour in Skopje (20€)
    • Optional exploration of churches and monasteries in Ohrid
    Landmarks
    Macedonian Vardar River quay
    Old Bazaar
    Memorial house of Mother Teresa
    Kale Fortress
    Macedonia Square
    Ancient Theater in Ohrid
    Sveti Sofia Church
    Tsar Samuil's Fortress
  6. Day 5

    Ohrid to Shkoder

    Ohrid to Shkoder
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Tirana city center
    • Visit Skanderbeg Square
    • Visit National History Museum
    • Visit Et'hem Bey Mosque
    • View Skanderbeg's statue

    Optional Activities

    • Optional guided walking tour in Tirana (20€)
    Landmarks
    Skanderbeg Square
    National History Museum
    Et'hem Bey Mosque
  7. Day 6

    Shkoder to Trebinje

    Shkoder to Trebinje
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Stari Grad (Old Town) in Kotor

    Optional Activities

    • Optional guided walking tour in Kotor (20€)
    Landmarks
    Stari Grad (Old Town)
  8. Day 7

    Trebinje to Sarajevo

    Trebinje to Sarajevo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Mostar old town
    • Visit Old Bridge of Mostar
    • Walking tour of Sarajevo old part and city center
    • Visit Latin Bridge
    • Explore Ottoman section of Sarajevo
    • Explore Austro-Hungarian section of Sarajevo
    • Visit markets and bazaars in Sarajevo

    Optional Activities

    • Optional guided walking tour in Sarajevo (20€)
    • Bridge diving experience in Mostar
    Landmarks
    Old Bridge of Mostar
    Latin Bridge
    Jablanica Lake
    Neretva River canyon
  9. Day 8

    Sarajevo to Belgrade

    Sarajevo to Belgrade
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Republic Square
    • Visit National Theater
    • Visit National Museum
    • Visit Bohemian Quarter (Skadarlija)
    • Visit Kalemegdan Park
    • Visit Belgrade Fortress
    • Visit 'Victor' monument
    • View confluence of Sava and Danube rivers

    Optional Activities

    • Optional guided walking tour in Belgrade (20€)
    Landmarks
    Republic Square
    National Theater
    National Museum
    Bohemian Quarter (Skadarlija)
    Kalemegdan Park
    Belgrade Fortress
    Victor monument
  10. Day 9

    Belgrade to Budapest

    Belgrade to Budapest
    End point
    Budapest, Kerepesi Út 2-4, 1087, Hungary (Train Station in Budapest, 15:00 - 17:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zmaj Jovina Street
    • Visit Danube embankment and promenade
    • Visit Palace of the Orthodox Bishop
    • Visit Dunavska Street
    • View Petrovaradin Fortress
    Landmarks
    Zmaj Jovina Street
    Palace of the Orthodox Bishop
    Dunavska Street
    Petrovaradin Fortress

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3.6
Overall rating based on 6 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.3
  • Transport
    3.8
  • Guide
    3.3
  • Accommodation
    3.5
  • Food
    3.5
  • 4.3

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  • ValnChief
    ValnChief2.0•October 2025
    I have been on many tours all over the globe and this "tour guide" was the absolute worst! He was rude,...
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    Traveled in September 2025
  • Odi5.0•June 2024
    The trip itinerary was fantastic. Tour guide and driver was Vladimir, very energetic, fun, and became one of us. We...
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    Traveled in May 2024
  • James2.0•May 2023
    Felt the van was very uncomfortable being packed full. With no audio system people in the back could rarely hear the...
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    Traveled in April 2023
  • NESTOR4.0•October 2022
    Led by George
    Amazing experience to visit these European countries
    Traveled in September 2022
  • Angela
    Angela5.0•September 2019
    That was an awesome tour, I highly recommend. I love Europe, I will do it again and again. Thanks George for...
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    Traveled in September 2019
    Reply from: Trip2ro
    Hello Angela, Thank you very much for your review. I am really happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and i hope i will see you again. Kind regards, George
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  • Ralph3.5•June 2019
    Led by George
    It was a vg good tour
    Traveled in May 2019
    Reply from: Trip2ro
    Hello Ralph, Thank you very much for your review. I am really happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and i hope i will see you again. Kind regards, George
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    Gary

    Asked on July 31st, 2025

    What are the hotels that are booked for this tour?

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    • Trip2roOperator•Written July 2025

      We will send a full list of the hotels 30 days before the departure.

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    Shirley

    Asked on June 8th, 2025

    could you please tell me how many people are booked into your 27 Sep tour? I'm travelling on my own and considering options for best seeing the area.

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    • Trip2roOperator•Written June 2025

      The tour will have an average of 22 travellers.

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    Melanie

    Asked on March 26th, 2025

    Can I arrange my own travel insurance?

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    • Trip2roOperator•Written March 2025

      Yes, travelers are encouraged to arrange their own travel insurance for additional protection.

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    Bianca

    Asked on November 29th, 2024

    Can I book extra nights after the tour?

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    • Trip2roOperator•Written November 2024

      Additional nights can be booked based on the availability at the designated hotel.

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    Sandra

    Asked on October 6th, 2024

    Do I need a visa for this tour?

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    • Trip2roOperator•Written October 2024

      It is your responsibility to obtain any necessary visas for the countries you will visit.

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    Sara

    Asked on September 28th, 2024

    Is there a specific age limit for travelers?

    Age Range
    • Trip2roOperator•Written September 2024

      All travelers who are physically capable can join, although there is a recommended age limit for certain tours.

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    Stefanie

    Asked on September 24th, 2024

    Will transportation be provided during the tour?

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    • Trip2roOperator•Written September 2024

      Transportation is provided by bus with regular stops for breaks.

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    Alexander

    Asked on September 20th, 2024

    Can I have a private room during the tour?

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    Single supplement
    • Trip2roOperator•Written September 2024

      Yes, private rooms are included, especially for solo travelers willing to pay a single supplement.

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    Wendy

    Asked on May 1st, 2024

    What is the accommodation like for solo travelers?

    Accommodation
    Single supplement
    • Trip2roOperator•Written May 2024

      All hotels provide private rooms and are mostly centrally located within walking distance from the city center.

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    Jason

    Asked on April 12th, 2024

    Are there opportunities to do laundry on this tour?

    Tour Details
    • Trip2roOperator•Written April 2024

      Yes, there are several self service washing facilities along the route.

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