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Budapest to Istanbul Adventure

14 days

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From Budapest to Istanbul

4.4

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Platinum Operator: Exodus Adventure Travels
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 16
Ages 16+

Places You’ll See

Brasov
Bucharest
Veliko Tarnovo
Sofia
Plovdiv
Istanbul

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Highlights

Explore one of Europe’s great cultural trails with an expert tour leader
Discover the highlights of four capitals: Budapest, Sofia, Bucharest and Istanbul
Stroll through the old village of Hollókő, a lesser-known World Heritage site
Visit a cellar in Tokaj for an expertly guided tasting of the sweet dessert wine
Discover the secrets of Plovdiv, one of Bulgaria’s oldest cities
Explore the Merry Cemetery, where vibrant tombstones tell the stories of the departed

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 Adventure begins in Budapest (dinner)
Day 2 Walking tour of Budapest • Free afternoon (breakfast)
Day 3 Explore the Palóc village of Hollókő • To the baroque city of Eger (breakfast)
Day 4 Guided wine-tasting in Tokaj • Into the Maramureș region of Romania (breakfast,lunch)
Day 5 Explore the history and culture of rural Romania (breakfast,lunch)
Day 6 To Brasov • Explore Vlad the Impaler’s birthplace, Sighișoara (breakfast)
Day 7 Tour Peleș Castle • To Bucharest (breakfast)
Day 8 Walking tour of Bucharest’s highlights (breakfast)
Day 9 Explore the medieval architecture of Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria (breakfast)
Day 10 Highlights of Sofia tour (breakfast)
Day 11 Discover the ancient ruins of Plovdiv (breakfast)
Day 12 To Istanbul (breakfast)
Day 13 Discover the culture, grand architecture and heritage of Istanbul (breakfast,dinner)
Day 14 Adventure ends in Istanbul (breakfast)

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Exodus Adventure Travels

4.4

(13,361 reviews)

Number of tours

423

Age Range

16 to 80 years old

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within 2 days

Response rate

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Reviews from other tours by Exodus Adventure Travels

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4.4

Adrienne
September 26th, 2024
5.0
Fabulous tour showcasing local artisans and gems of historical interest. Guest house stays wonderful. Highlights...
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Zoe
November 6th, 2013
5.0
This was a brilliant trip, the scenery was beautiful, the group leader was full of good stories, the accommodation...
This was a brilliant trip, the scenery was beautiful, the group leader was full of good stories, the accommodation was gorgeous, the food was delicious and the hosts were extremely welcoming. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Having arrived in the dark, waking up on the first morning and stepping out on to our lovely balcony to admire the sun rising over the stunning mountains covered in a thick layer of fresh snow! Breathtaking!Also seeing bears in the wild - it was amazing to be that close to them - although slightly un-nerving too! What did you think of your group leader? Udo our group leader was great fun.Â  Full of stories and information of the history, flora, fauna, the people and the place. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Don't go expecting to see wildlife, accept that wildlife is elusive and that any sightings are a bonus.Â  The trip notes do give the impression that seeing wolves and beavers is possibly more likely than it is.Â  We were lucky seeing 5 bears at the hide and the splash of a beaver going into the water, but I think expectations were raised a little high.Â  The scenery, people and more easily spotted flora and fauna made this trip excellent. Is there anything else you would like to add? This is a great trip and I would really recommend it.Â  An excellent mix of walking in stunning scenery, fantastic culture, fabulous people and amazing wildlife.Show more
Anna
October 18th, 2013
4.0
Great holiday in a beautiful part of the World. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Walking up...
Great holiday in a beautiful part of the World. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Walking up through the gorge.Â  What did you think of your group leader? Knowlegable fun charactor. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Don't worry about what Money to take as Katherina (hostessÂ at house)Â will take Euros, Pounds or Lei at the house to pay for optional activities ( andÂ drinks, more economical to buy a wine by the bottleÂ than by the glass!)Â and you don't need any Lei until you get to Bran and then can getÂ some from a cash machine. Is there anything else you would like to add? Walking stick / pole very useful, in my case it was a must.Â  Also lunch box is essential.Show more

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Tour ID: 324234

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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.Turkey.Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria.Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria.Hungary.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 June 7th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 7th, 2026, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with Exodus Adventure Travels. 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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