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From Imperial Vienna to Transylvania in 18 Days; Semi – Private Tour with Dedicated Tour Leader & Car

18 days
From Vienna to Bucharest
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Start point
    Vienna, Austria (Hotel, 09:00 - 20:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Walk near Stephansplatz
    • Visit Rathaus (Vienna City Hall)
    • Pass by Vienna State Opera
    • Evening drink with scenic city views
    Landmarks
    Stephansplatz
    Rathaus (Vienna City Hall)
    Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper)
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  2. Day 2

    Vienna - Rust - Bratislava

    Vienna - Rust - Bratislava
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Rust's historic old town
    • Scenic drive through Burgenland vineyards and Lake Neusiedl

    Optional Activities

    • Visit shops for handmade souvenirs and decorations
    • Visit vineyards overlooking the lake and sample wines
    Landmarks
    Lake Neusiedl
    Rust
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  3. Day 3

    Bratislava

    Bratislava
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Bratislava's medieval Old Town
    • Visit Old Town Hall
    • Visit Michael's Gate
    • Walking tour of Bratislava Castle with views
    • Exploration of Petržalka neighborhood and communist architecture

    Optional Activities

    • Try traditional coffee in coffee houses during free time
    Landmarks
    Bratislava Old Town Hall
    Michael's Gate
    Bratislava Castle
    Petržalka
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  4. Day 4

    Bratislava - Győr - Budapest

    Bratislava - Győr - Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Győr's Town Hall with 59-meter tower
    • Visit Cathedral of the Virgin Mary
    • Walk past Győr Synagogue
    • Walk along pedestrian-only Baross Gabor street

    Optional Activities

    • Taste Hungarian food and famous blueberry beer
    • Explore Budapest's vintage record stores
    • Visit Budapest's famous thermal baths such as Széchenyi or Gellért
    Landmarks
    Győr Town Hall
    Cathedral of the Virgin Mary, Győr
    Győr Synagogue
    Baross Gabor Street
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  5. Day 5

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour past Saint Stephen's Basilica
    • Walking tour past Opera House, Parliament building, Heroes' Square, and Fisherman's Bastion
    • Visit Buda Castle (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Danube evening cruise past illuminated monuments
    Landmarks
    Saint Stephen's Basilica
    Opera House (Hungarian State Opera)
    Parliament Building
    Heroes' Square
    Fisherman's Bastion
    Buda Castle
  6. Day 6

    Budapest - Subotica - Novi Sad

    Budapest - Subotica - Novi Sad
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Subotica city center and architecture
    • Visit Cathedral of St. Teresa of Avila
    • Visit Synagogue

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Subotica's streets and squares independently
    • Taste local Austro-Hungarian influenced cuisine
    • Coffee in the city
    Landmarks
    Subotica City Hall
    Cathedral of St. Teresa of Avila
    Subotica Synagogue
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  7. Day 7

    Novi Sad - Sremski Karlovci - Belgrade

    Novi Sad - Sremski Karlovci - Belgrade
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Novi Sad
    • Visit Petrovaradin Fortress
    • Vineyard tour with wine tasting (one wine from collection of nine labels)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the Four Lions fountain in Sremski Karlovci
    Landmarks
    Petrovaradin Fortress
    Sremski Karlovci
  8. Day 8

    Belgrade

    Belgrade
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Belgrade Fortress and Kalemegdan Park
    • Visit iconic Pobednik Monument in the Upper Town
    • Walk along Knez Mihailova Street
    • Visit Republic Square
    Landmarks
    Belgrade Fortress
    Kalemegdan Park
    Pobednik Monument
    Knez Mihailova Street
    Republic Square
    National Museum
    National Theatre
  9. Day 9

    Belgrade - Nis

    Belgrade - Nis
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Nis Fortress
    • Guided visit to Bubanj Memorial Park (World War II memorial)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the city independently
    Landmarks
    Nis Fortress
    Bubanj Memorial Park
  10. Day 10

    Nis - Rila Monastery - Sofia

    Nis - Rila Monastery - Sofia
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Rila Monastery complex (main church, museum, monastic buildings)
    • Scenic drive through Bulgarian countryside and Rila Mountains
    Landmarks
    Rila Monastery
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  11. Day 11

    Sofia

    Sofia
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Sofia
    • Visit Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
    • Visit St. Sophia Church
    • Visit Royal Palace (National Art Gallery)
    • See National Theatre Ivan Vazov
    • Pass by President's Office
    • Visit Triangle of Tolerance

    Optional Activities

    • Enjoy traditional Bulgarian cuisine at a nearby restaurant
    • Explore Sofia's bars, clubs, and live music venues
    Landmarks
    Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
    St. Sophia Church
    Royal Palace (National Art Gallery)
    National Theatre Ivan Vazov
    Triangle of Tolerance
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  12. Day 12

    Sofia - Plovdiv

    Sofia - Plovdiv
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit recently opened Bishop's Basilica with preserved mosaics from 5-6th AD
    • Walking tour of the Old Town with colorful merchant houses from 19th century
    • Visit remains of Roman ancient theater
    • Visit remains of Roman stadium

    Optional Activities

    • Leisurely walk along the riverbanks and enjoy the sunset
    Landmarks
    Bishop's Basilica
    Plovdiv Old Town
    Roman Theater of Philippopolis
    Roman Stadium
  13. Day 13

    Plovdiv - Shipka Memorial Church - Veliko Tarnovo

    Plovdiv - Shipka Memorial Church - Veliko Tarnovo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shipka Memorial Church
    • Scenic drive through Shipka Pass
    • Guided visit to Tsarevets Royal citadel
    • Walk along Samovodene arts and crafts street

    Optional Activities

    • Visit ateliers of local artisans
    Landmarks
    Shipka Memorial Church
    Tsarevets
    Samovodene arts and crafts street
  14. Day 14

    Veliko Tarnovo - Ruse - Bucharest

    Veliko Tarnovo - Ruse - Bucharest
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Ruse city overview
    • Walk along Alexandrovskaya Street
    • Visit Statue of Liberty

    Optional Activities

    • Leisurely lunch at a local restaurant
    • Walk along Danube promenade
    Landmarks
    Alexandrovskaya Street
    Statue of Liberty (Ruse)
    Ruse Opera House
    Ruse City Hall
  15. Day 15

    Bucharest

    Bucharest
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Palace of the Parliament
    • Walking tour of Bucharest's Old Town (Lipscani)
    • Visit to Bucharest Village Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in the Old Town
    • Explore shops and cafes in Old Town
    Landmarks
    Palace of the Parliament
    Bucharest Old Town (Lipscani)
    Bucharest Village Museum
  16. Day 16

    Bucharest - Bran - Brasov

    Bucharest - Bran - Brasov
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Bran Castle
    • Walking tour of Bran village

    Optional Activities

    • Visit local market for handmade crafts and treats
    • Explore market stalls independently
    Landmarks
    Bran Castle
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  17. Day 17

    Brașov - Sinaia - Bucharest

    Brașov - Sinaia - Bucharest
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Pass by Peleș Castle, one of Europe's most beautiful royal residences
    • Stroll through Sinaia town center

    Optional Activities

    • Enjoy traditional Romanian dinner
    • Relax at one of the city's lively cafés
    Landmarks
    Peleș Castle
    Sinaia
    Prahova Valley
  18. Day 18

    Bucharest - Airport Drop-off

    Bucharest - Airport Drop-off
    End point
    Bucharest, Romania (Airport, 11:00 - 19:00)

    Optional Activities

    • Last-minute sightseeing in Bucharest
    • Shopping in Bucharest
    • Relax in Bucharest

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