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Legends of the Balkans with Istanbul and Gallipoli Istanbul → Budapest (2026)

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From Istanbul to Budapest
3.7
17 traveler reviews
  • Colorful lamps and textiles in the Grand Bazaar.
  • Colorful, bustling market with hanging lanterns and various goods.
  • An aerial view of a city with bridges and a river during sunset.
  • An aerial view of a historic fort surrounded by trees.
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  • A view of houses on a hill surrounded by trees and rolling hills.
  • A scenic view of a historic town with a prominent green-domed cathedral.
  • Ancient ruins with columns overlooking the sea.
  • Cemetery with aligned gravestones and an obelisk.
  • Blue Mosque with a city skyline and sea backdrop.
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Travel Marvel
River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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

    Istanbul

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Istanbul), Hotel (Grand Hyatt Istanbul)
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  2. Day 2

    Istanbul

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Istanbul), Hotel (Grand Hyatt Istanbul)

    Included Activities

    • Half-day guided tour of Blue Mosque
    • Half-day guided tour of St. Sophia Museum
    • Half-day guided tour of Grand Bazaar
    Landmarks
    Blue Mosque
    St. Sophia Museum
    Grand Bazaar
  3. Day 3

    Istanbul - Canakkale

    Meals
    Lunch (Free time for lunch in Gelibolu)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Kolin)

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Gallipoli Peninsula war memorials
    • Guided tour of national park area including Lone Pine
    • Guided tour of Chunuk Bair
    Landmarks
    Lone Pine
    Chunuk Bair
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Canakkale - Troy - Istanbul

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Marmara Pera Hotel), Hotel (EUTCRIB12)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Troy
    Landmarks
    Troy
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  5. Day 5

    Istanbul - Bucharest - Giurgiu

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
  6. Day 6

    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
    • Visit Tsarevets fortress
    • Traditional lunch in Arbanasi
    Landmarks
    Tsarevets Fortress
    Veliko Târnovo
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  7. Day 7

    Vidin - Belogradchik

    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Baba Vida fortress
    • Visit Belogradchik Fortress
    • View Belogradchik rock formations
    Landmarks
    Baba Vida Fortress
    Belogradchik Fortress
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  8. Day 8

    River Danube

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
  9. Day 9

    Novi Sad

    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Novi Sad

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Petrovaradin Fortress and explore the catacombs
    Landmarks
    Petrovaradin Fortress
  10. Day 10

    Kalocsa - Puszta

    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Traditional horse show in the Puszta

    Optional Activities

    • Optional carriage ride
    • Visit the stables and meet the riders
  11. Day 11

    Budapest

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

    Included Activities

    • Captain's Farewell Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Culinary tour of Great Market Hall with Hungarian sausages, meats, cheeses, fruits and vegetables
    • Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum visit
    Landmarks
    Great Market Hall
    Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum
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  12. Day 12

    Budapest

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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • Istanbul

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2

  • Grand Hyatt Istanbul

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2

  • Hotel Kolin

    Hotel
    day 3

  • Marmara Pera Hotel

    Hotel
    day 4

  • EUTCRIB12

    Hotel
    day 4

  • aboard your Travelmarvel river ship

    Hotel
    Days 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

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Rating
3.7(17 reviews)
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within 3 days
Response rate
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    December 5th, 2025
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    September 28th, 2025
    The staff were fabulous, great locations, nice food. The only thing that marred a perfect trip was the laundry...
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  • Plugs & Adapters

    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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    Hungary and Serbia
    Type E
    Hungary and Serbia
    Type F
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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria.Hungary.Serbia.Turkey.Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria.Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria.Hungary.Serbia.Turkey.Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Hungary. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Turkey.Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before August 26th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 26th, 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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