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Essence of the Balkans with Adriatic Cruise Bucharest → Zagreb (2028)

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From Bucharest to Zagreb
4.0 (21 reviews)
  • Neoclassical Romanian Athenaeum in Bucharest framed by manicured gardens under blue sky.
  • Aerial panorama of Zagreb with its twin-spired cathedral and red-roofed old town at dusk.
  • Traveler photographing the colourful tiled roof of St. Mark’s Church in Zagreb on a sunny day.
  • Historic yellow Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb with manicured flower beds and blue sky.
  • Central University Library of Bucharest and Carol I equestrian statue lit by afternoon sun.
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Travel Marvel
City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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

    Bucharest

    Bucharest
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town)
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  2. Day 2

    Bucharest to Brașov

    Bucharest to Brașov
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Brașov)

    Included Activities

    • Highlights of Bucharest
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  3. Day 3

    Brașov

    Brașov
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Brașov)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour through Brașov's medieval streets
    • Bran Castle visit with VIP entry
    Landmarks
    Bran Castle
  4. Day 4

    Brașov to Veliko Tarnovo

    Brașov to Veliko Tarnovo
    Meals
    Lunch (Local spot), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Grand Hotel Yantra)

    Included Activities

    • Lunch at a local spot
  5. Day 5

    Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia

    Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia
    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner at hotel with traditional folk show)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sofia Balkan Palace)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Veliko Tarnovo
    • Visit to Tsarevets fortress
    • Insider Experience – Orthodox A Cappella Choir performance
    Landmarks
    Tsarevets
  6. Day 6

    Sofia

    Sofia
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sofia Balkan Palace)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Sofia

    Optional Activities

    • Full-day visit to Rila Monastery with lunch
    Landmarks
    Rila Monastery
  7. Day 7

    Sofia to Skopje

    Sofia to Skopje
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Solun or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Skopje
    • Visit to Church of the Ascension of Jesus
    • Visit to Mustafa Pasha Mosque
    Landmarks
    Church of the Ascension of Jesus
    Mustafa Pasha Mosque
  8. Day 8

    Skopje to Tirana

    Skopje to Tirana
    Meals
    Lunch (Local spot)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Opera Tirana or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Lunch at a local spot
  9. Day 9

    Tirana

    Tirana

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of Tirana
    • Visit to Skanderbeg Square
    • Visit to Et'hem Bey Mosque
    • Visit to Blloku district
    Landmarks
    Skanderbeg Square
    Et'hem Bey Mosque
  10. Day 10

    Tirana to Budva to Kotor

    Tirana to Budva to Kotor
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch in Budva)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kotor)

    Included Activities

    • Lunch in Budva
    • Guided walking tour of Kotor Old Town
    Landmarks
    Kotor Old Town
  11. Day 11

    Kotor

    Kotor
    Meals
    Dinner (Farewell Dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kotor)

    Included Activities

    • Insider Experience – Perast and Olive Oil Tasting in Luštica Bay
    Landmarks
    Perast
    Our Lady of the Rocks
  12. Day 12

    Kotor to Dubrovnik - Embark Ship

    Kotor to Dubrovnik - Embark Ship
    Meals
    Dinner (Captain's Welcome Dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Princess Eleganza)
  13. Day 13

    Dubrovnik to Korčula

    Dubrovnik to Korčula
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch on ship), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Princess Eleganza)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
    • Lunch on ship
    • Guided tour of Korčula
    Landmarks
    Pile Gate
    Rector's Palace
    Sponza Palace
    Dominican Monastery
    Franciscan Monastery
  14. Day 14

    Korčula to Vis to Split

    Korčula to Vis to Split
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Princess Eleganza)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive around Vis island
    • Guided walking tour of Diocletian's Palace
    Landmarks
    Diocletian's Palace
  15. Day 15

    Split to Šibenik to Krka National Park

    Split to Šibenik to Krka National Park
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Princess Eleganza)

    Included Activities

    • Swimming stop
    • Insider Experience – Krka National Park exploration
    Landmarks
    Krka National Park
    Skradinski Buk
  16. Day 16

    Šibenik to Zadar

    Šibenik to Zadar
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner (Dinner ashore at local waterfront restaurant with freshly caught seafood)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Princess Eleganza)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk through Šibenik's old town
    • Guided tour of Zadar historic centre
  17. Day 17

    Zadar to Rab

    Zadar to Rab
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Princess Eleganza)

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at a local restaurant overlooking the marina
  18. Day 18

    Rab to Krk to Opatija

    Rab to Krk to Opatija
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner (Captain's Farewell Dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (MV Princess Eleganza)

    Included Activities

    • Swimming stop at Krk
  19. Day 19

    Opatija to Zagreb

    Opatija to Zagreb
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Where You'll Stay

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  • Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town

    Hotel
    day 1

  • Brașov

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  • Grand Hotel Yantra

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    day 4

  • Sofia Balkan Palace

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    day 8

  • Kotor

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  • MV Princess Eleganza

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania.Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days 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 December 20th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 20th, 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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