Destination:
Hungary,
Romania,
Duration:
13 days
Style:
River/Small ship/Barge,
Travel Period:
May 2026 - October 2027
Overview
13 Day River Cruise Bucharest to Budapest
Begin your exciting vacation with a visit to Peles Castle in Sinaia, considered one of the most beautiful in Europe. Continue with an excursion to Transylvania to enjoy guided sightseeing of Brasov and a visit to the Bran Castle of Dracula lore, believed to be the home of Romanian vampires. In Bucharest, Romania, known for its wide, tree-lined boulevards and historical treasures, enjoy guided sightseeing and see the Arc de Triomphe—built in honor of WWI soldiers—and the historical Royal Palace Square. Your Danube River cruise will take you to Bulgaria’s ancient capital of Veliko Tarnovo. Visit the Ethnographical Museum and Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, and take pictures of Belogradchik’s rock formations and the spectacular scenery of the Iron Gates. Visit Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, and one of the oldest cities in Europe. Continue your cultural discoveries on an excursion to Pécs, Hungary, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are countless memorable moments on this fascinating river cruise through Eastern Europe, culminating in the unique energy of Budapest. A local expert introduces you to the must-see sights, such as Heroes’ Square.
Begin your exciting vacation with a visit to Peles Castle in Sinaia, considered one of the most beautiful in Europe. Continue with an excursion to Transylvania to enjoy guided sightseeing of Brasov and a visit to the Bran Castle of Dracula lore, believed to be the home of Romanian vampires. In Bucharest, Romania, known for its wide, tree-lined boulevards and historical treasures, enjoy guided sightseeing and see the Arc de Triomphe—built in honor of WWI soldiers—and the historical Royal Palace Square. Your Danube River cruise will take you to Bulgaria’s ancient capital of Veliko Tarnovo. Visit the Ethnographical Museum and Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, and take pictures of Belogradchik’s rock formations and the spectacular scenery of the Iron Gates. Visit Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, and one of the oldest cities in Europe. Continue your cultural discoveries on an excursion to Pécs, Hungary, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are countless memorable moments on this fascinating river cruise through Eastern Europe, culminating in the unique energy of Budapest. A local expert introduces you to the must-see sights, such as Heroes’ Square.
Notes:
- In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary.
- Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.
- Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
Start:Bucharest, Romania
Finish:Budapest, Hungary
Finish:Budapest, Hungary
Type:Group tour (max 90)
Tripcode:
WOBY
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Your Itinerary
Day 1 - BUCHAREST, ROMANIA
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Day 2 - BUCHAREST–SINAIA–BRASOV
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Day 3 - BRASOV
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Day 4 - BRASOV–BUCHAREST–OLTENITA (EMBARKATION)
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Day 5 - ROUSSE, BULGARIA. VELIKO TÂRNOVO & ARBANASSI EXCURSION
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Day 6 - VIDIN
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Day 7 - IRON GATES GORGE–GOLUBAČ, SERBIA. EXCURSION TO LEPENSKI VIR
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Day 8 - BELGRADE
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Day 9 - NOVI SAD
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Day 10 - ILOK, CROATIA
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Day 11 - MOHÁCS, HUNGARY. EXCURSION TO PÉCS
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Day 12 - BUDAPEST (DISEMBARKATION)
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Day 13 - BUDAPEST
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Tripcode: WOBY
Start:Bucharest, Romania
Finish:Budapest, Hungary
Finish:Budapest, Hungary
Type:Group tour (max 90)
Tripcode:
133421
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