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Balkan Gems with Transylvania and Bucharest Budapest - Bucharest (2028)

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From Budapest to Bucharest
4.2 (27 reviews)
  • Ornate Peleș Castle framed by fir trees and a pale blue sky, remnants of snow on the ground.
  • Central University Library of Bucharest glowing in a dramatic sunset sky beside King Carol I statue.
  • Daytime view of Bucharest’s Central University Library with equestrian statue in front and blue skies.
  • Hungarian Parliament building illuminated at dusk across the Danube with a passing white river cruise ship.
  • Festive Christmas market in front of St. Stephen’s Basilica with a towering red tree and golden lights overhead.
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APT
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. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara or APT Alara)
    Landmarks
    APT Ostara
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  3. Day 2

    Budapest

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

    Included Activities

    • Freedom of Choice - City Tour of Budapest
    • Freedom of Choice - Culinary Tour at Great Market Hall
    • Freedom of Choice - Funicular Ride to Castle Hill and Fisherman's Bastion
    • Gala Welcome Dinner
    Landmarks
    Heroes' Square
    St. Stephen's Basilica
    Great Market Hall
    Castle Hill
    Fisherman's Bastion
  4. Day 3

    Mohács

    Mohács
    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara or APT Alara)

    Included Activities

    • Freedom of Choice - Pécs Sightseeing Tour
    • Freedom of Choice - Villány Wine Tasting
    • Freedom of Choice - Guided Bike Ride along the Danube
    Landmarks
    Early Christian Mausoleum
    Szent István Square
    Villány Wine Region
  5. Day 4

    Vukovar

    Vukovar
    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara or APT Alara)

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Vukovar
    • Visit to Memorial Centre of Homeland War Vukovar
    Landmarks
    Memorial Centre of Homeland War Vukovar
  6. Day 5

    Belgrade

    Belgrade
    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara or APT Alara)

    Included Activities

    • Freedom of Choice - Guided Exploration of Belgrade
    • Freedom of Choice - Kayak Tour
    • Freedom of Choice - Belgrade Culinary Tour
    Landmarks
    Belgrade Fortress
    Serbian Orthodox Temple of Saint Sava
    Danube and Sava River Confluence
    Great War Island
    Lido Beach
  7. Day 6

    Golubac - Iron Gates

    Golubac - Iron Gates
    Meals
    Lunch (Serbian meze tasting featuring cheeses, cured meats and local specialties at a riverside tavern)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (APT Ostara or APT Alara)

    Included Activities

    • Signature Experience - Golubac Walking Tour
    • Visit to Golubac Fortress
    • Serbian meze tasting at local riverside tavern
    • Cruising through the Iron Gates
    Landmarks
    Golubac Fortress
    Iron Gates
  8. Day 7

    Scenic Cruising

    Scenic Cruising
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    Hotel (APT Ostara or APT Alara)

    Included Activities

    • Onboard relaxation and amenities

    Optional Activities

    • Spa treatments
    • Cocktails and beverages at Daystar Deck
  9. Day 8

    Giurgiu to Brașov

    Giurgiu to Brașov
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    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel Brasov or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Salina Slănic Prahova salt mine
    • Underground exploration of 14 chambers and museum
    • Dinner
    Landmarks
    Salina Slănic Prahova
  10. Day 9

    Brașov - Bran

    Brașov - Bran
    Meals
    Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel Brasov or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Bran Castle
    • Walking tour of Brașov
    Landmarks
    Bran Castle
  11. Day 10

    Brașov - Sinaia - Bucharest

    Brașov - Sinaia - Bucharest
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    Hotel (Bucharest)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Peleș Castle
    Landmarks
    Peleș Castle
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  12. Day 11

    Bucharest

    Bucharest
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    Lunch
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    Hotel (Bucharest)

    Included Activities

    • Guided exploration of Bucharest's Old City
    • Visit to Palace of the Parliament
    Landmarks
    Bucharest Old City
    Palace of the Parliament
  13. Day 12

    Bucharest

    Bucharest

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  • APT Ostara or APT Alara

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  • Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel Brasov or similar

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  • Bucharest

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