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Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania Bucharest → Budapest (2026)

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From Bucharest to Budapest
5.0
1 review
  • Belogradchik Rocks with a clear sky overhead.
  • Majestic historical building with a prominent equestrian statue in front.
  • Iconic hilltop castle surrounded by lush green forests.
  • Small, detailed chapel with a shingled roof, surrounded by trees with a tall tower in the background.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for 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 1 - 200
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Bucharest

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn), Hotel (Bucharest)
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Bucharest to Brasov

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Brasov)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Bucharest city including Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church, and Lipscani district
    • Travel to Brasov
    Landmarks
    Royal Court
    Stavropoleos Church
    Lipscani
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  3. Day 3

    Brasov

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Brasov)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Bran Castle with local guide including exploration of rooms and 19th-century antiques
    • Guided tour of Brasov medieval streets
    Landmarks
    Bran Castle
  4. Day 4

    Brasov to Giurgiu

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Travel to river ship
    • Free time in Sinaia
  5. Day 5

    Ruse - Veliko Tarnovo - Arbanasi

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

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Veliko Tarnovo historic centre including Tsarevets fortress
    • Visit Arbanasi village
    • Traditional lunch in Arbanasi
    Landmarks
    Tsarevets Fortress
    Arbanasi
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  6. Day 6

    Vidin - Belogradchik

    Meals
    Breakfast
    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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  7. Day 7

    Scenic Cruising

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
  8. Day 8

    Novi Sad

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

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Novi Sad

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Petrovaradin Fortress and explore catacombs
    Landmarks
    Petrovaradin Fortress
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Kalocsa - Puszta

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

    Included Activities

    • Traditional horse show in the Puszta

    Optional Activities

    • Carriage ride in the Puszta
    • Visit stables and meet riders
  10. Day 10

    Budapest

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, 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
    • Visit Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum
    Landmarks
    Great Market Hall
    Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum
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  11. Day 11

    Budapest to Departure

    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Hilton Garden Inn

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  • Bucharest

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  • Brasov

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  • aboard your Travelmarvel river ship

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    Days 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

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