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Legends of the Balkans Bucharest → Budapest (2026)

8 days
From Bucharest to Budapest
3.7
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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Fully Guided
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 38 - 48
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bucharest to Giurgiu

    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner on board ship)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Transfer from Bucharest airport to Giurgiu
    • Dinner on board ship
  2. Day 2

    Ruse - Veliko Târnovo - Arbanasi

    Meals
    Lunch (Traditional lunch in Arbanasi)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Veliko Târnovo historic centre including Tsarevets fortress
    • Traditional lunch in Arbanasi
    Landmarks
    Tsarevets Fortress
    Veliko Târnovo
    Arbanasi
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  3. Day 3

    Vidin - Belogradchik

    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Baba Vida fortress
    • Visit to Belogradchik Fortress
    Landmarks
    Baba Vida Fortress
    Belogradchik Fortress
    Belogradchik Rock Formations
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  4. Day 4

    At Leisure on Ship

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
  5. Day 5

    Novi Sad

    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Novi Sad

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Petrovaradin Fortress and its catacombs
    Landmarks
    Petrovaradin Fortress
  6. Day 6

    Kalocsa - Puszta

    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Traditional horse show in Puszta with Hungarian cavalry

    Optional Activities

    • Carriage ride in Puszta
    • Visit to stables and meet the riders
    Landmarks
    Puszta
  7. Day 7

    Budapest

    Meals
    Dinner (Captain's Farewell Dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Captain's Farewell Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Great Market Hall culinary tour - discover Hungarian sausages, meats, cheeses, fruits and vegetables
    • Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum - explore a World War II hospital and Cold War bunker located within caves beneath Buda Castle
    Landmarks
    Great Market Hall
    Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum
    Buda Castle
  8. Day 8

    Disembark and Departure

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Transfer from ship to airport
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    September 28th, 2025
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    28 Apr, 2026
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    5 May, 2026
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    16 Jun, 2026
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  • From Tuesday
    21 Jul, 2026
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    Asked on December 30th, 2025

    I am interested in this one, departure in late March or April.

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    • Travel MarvelOperatorWritten December 2025

      The 28th April 2026 departure is completely sold out but we do see space on the 9-16th June 2026 departure. Are your dates of travel flexible? If not we can provide you with alternative operators that do the same itinerary as per your months of travel.

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    Asked on November 23rd, 2025

    Could I see photo of the boat for this tour?

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    • Travel MarvelOperatorWritten November 2025

      Thank you so much for your interest in our captivating Bucharest to Budapest River Cruise on the River Danube! River cruises are an incredible way to experience the beauty and history of Europe's riverside cities while enjoying the comfort and luxury of a floating hotel. We offer some fantastic alternative adventures that we believe you'll love.

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    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria.Hungary.Serbia.Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria.Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria.Hungary.Serbia.Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Hungary. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before July 11th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 11th, 2026, a minimum payment of $750 is required to confirm your booking with Travel Marvel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 120 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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