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Balkan Gems Budapest → Bucharest (2026)

8 days
From Budapest to Bucharest
4.1
26 traveler reviews

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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for 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 1 - 200
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Budapest

    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara)
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  2. Day 2

    Budapest

    Meals
    Dinner (Gala Welcome Dinner - multi-course meal with expertly crafted menu)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara)

    Included Activities

    • Gala Welcome Dinner - multi-course meal with expertly crafted menu

    Optional Activities

    • Freedom of Choice - City Tour: Morning city tour of Budapest including Heroes' Square and St. Stephen's Basilica
    • Freedom of Choice - Culinary Tour: Tour of the Great Market Hall with discovery of sausages, meats, cheeses, fruits and vegetables
    • Freedom of Choice - Funicular Ride: Funicular to Castle Hill with views, then walk to Fisherman's Bastion
    Landmarks
    Heroes' Square
    St. Stephen's Basilica
    Great Market Hall
    Castle Hill
    Fisherman's Bastion
  3. Day 3

    Pécs or Villány

    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara)

    Optional Activities

    • Freedom of Choice - Pécs Sightseeing Tour: Guided walking discovery of Pécs including Early Christian Mausoleum and Szent István Square
    • Freedom of Choice - Villány Wine Tasting: Travel to Villány wine region for tour and tasting at a local winery specializing in red and rosé varieties
    • Freedom of Choice - Guided Bike Ride: Guided bike ride along the Danube to an ancient mill
    Landmarks
    Pécs
    Early Christian Mausoleum
    Szent István Square
    Villány Wine Region
  4. Day 4

    Vukovar

    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara)

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Vukovar with commentary on wartime history
    • Visit to Memorial Centre of Homeland War Vukovar
    Landmarks
    Memorial Centre of Homeland War Vukovar
  5. Day 5

    Belgrade

    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara)

    Optional Activities

    • Freedom of Choice - Guided Exploration of Belgrade: Guided tour including Belgrade Fortress and Serbian Orthodox Temple of Saint Sava
    • Freedom of Choice - Kayak Tour: Kayaking from the confluence of Danube and Sava rivers to Great War Island and Lido Beach
    • Freedom of Choice - Belgrade Culinary Tour: Visit to food market learning about Serbian cuisine and tasting of rakija (Serbian brandy) with traditional medenjaci (gingerbread biscuits)
    Landmarks
    Belgrade Fortress
    Serbian Orthodox Temple of Saint Sava
    Great War Island
    Lido Beach
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  6. Day 6

    Golubac and Iron Gates

    Meals
    Lunch (Serbian meze tasting at local riverside tavern featuring cheeses, cured meats and local specialties)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara)

    Included Activities

    • Signature Experience - Golubac Walking Tour: Walking tour of Golubac village including exploration of Golubac Fortress with expert guide commentary on its 14th-century history and military significance
    • Scenic walk along Danube riverbanks
    • Serbian meze tasting at local riverside tavern featuring cheeses, cured meats and local specialties
    • Cruise through Iron Gates
    Landmarks
    Golubac Fortress
    Iron Gates
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  7. Day 7

    Relaxation Onboard

    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara)

    Included Activities

    • Onboard spa access (optional treatments available)
    • Access to onboard amenities including Daystar Deck
  8. Day 8

    Departure

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    Asked on September 22nd, 2025

    When I inquire about a cruise on the Danube. I get a message, "not available in your region." Is this correct?

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      We are excited to have you travel with us. We do apologize, as due to contractual restrictions, we can only sell APT to passengers from Australia and New Zealand. We can offer the following popular alternatives.

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Tour ID: 306680

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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 B - Recommended for Croatia.Hungary.Serbia.Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Croatia.Hungary. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Hungary.Serbia.Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before October 17th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 17th, 2026, a minimum payment of $750 is required to confirm your booking with APT. 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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Who is travelling?

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