Bulgaria Tours & Trips 2020
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Style
Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.
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Lodging Level
Lodging Level
Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.
Physical Level
Physical Level
Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.
Theme
Attractions & Cities Visited
Activities & Interests
Travel Style
Travel Style
Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Solo Friendly
Solo Friendly
Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.
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Countries Visited
Continents Visited
Rivers & Seas Visitied
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Budapest to the Black Sea - Eastbound 2021
- Explore the romantic lower Danube through the heart of Central Europe
- where East and West meet and intertwine in fascinating cultures and turbulent history... Glide past medieval monasteries
- citadels and villages... Discover resort towns along Romania’s Black Sea Coast
- explore an ancient Christian necropolis in Pecs
- and visit 'Dracula’s' castle in Transylvania... dine in the Soviet-style People’s Palace in Bucharest... Share homemade refreshments in the home of a Croatian family rebuilding their lives in postwar Vukovar
- and listen to Béla Bartók’s piano music at a recital in his Budapest home. Experience authentic local cuisine
- music and dance
- and a wealth of architectural wonders as your river cruise winds its way through Hungary
- Croatia
- Serbia
- Bulgaria and Romania
- with nights on land at luxury hotels in the popular cities of Bucharest and Budapest (the Paris of Eastern Europe).
Passage to Eastern Europe

- Take guided walk through the grounds of Kalemegdan Fortress
- Experience two nights in bustling Budapest, cosmopolitan capital of Hungary
- Sail past dramatic natural wonders like the soaring white cliffs of the Iron Gate region
- Enjoy Serbian & Hungarian folkloric performances
- Enjoy the authentic flavors of Eastern Europe, on shore and aboard
The Danube from the Black Sea to Germany with 2 N ...
- Welcome to Bucharest
- Visit Peles Castle
- Guided tour of Brasov; guided visit of Dracula's Bran Castle
- Guided sightseeing in Bucharest; transfer to ship; onboard welcome reception
- Excursion to Danube Delta; km 0 celebration
- Guided sightseeing, visit the National History and Archaeological Museum in Constanta
- Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet's Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographic Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or a guided sightseeing in Rousse, or a walk in the park with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided sightseeing to Vidin’s fortress and see the rock formations in Belogradchik or walk with your Adventure Host
- Cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or walk with your Adventure Host; visit to Golubač fortress
- Choice of guided sightseeing or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture
- Choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; Ilok guided tour
- Choice of guided tour and organ concert in Pécs or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermill
- Choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host
- Day at leisure
- Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or hike up to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided sightseeing or bike with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided walk or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein; cruise through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Ybbs city sightseeing with Artstetten Castle visit
- Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity Column
- Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising; choice of guided tour or hike with your Adventure Host
- Follow the graceful waterways from the Danube Delta through the Balkans, Hungary, and Austria with stunning views along your Danube River cruise
- Sail from the Danube Delta at the Black Sea to Hungary’s capital of Budapest to experience river views like no other
The Danube from the Black Sea to Germany with 2 N ...
- Welcome to Bucharest
- Guided sightseeing in Bucharest; onboard welcome reception
- Guided sightseeing, visit the National History and Archaeological Museum in Constanta; wine tasting
- Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographic Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or guided sightseeing in Rousse, or walk in the park with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided sightseeing to Vidin’s fortress and see the rock formations in Belogradchik or walk with your Adventure Host
- Cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or walk with your Adventure Host; visit to Golubač fortress
- Choice of guided sightseeing or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture
- Choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of honey and wine tasting or hike to the Petrovaradin Fortress
- Ilok guided tour with wine tasting; Vukovar guided tour
- Choice of guided tour and organ concert in Pécs or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermill
- Choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host
- Day at leisure
- Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or hike up to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided sightseeing, or Künsthistorisches Museum visit, or bike with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided walk or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein; cruise through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Ybbs city sightseeing with Artstetten Castle visit
- Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity Column
- Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising; choice of guided tour or hike with your Adventure Host
- Transfer to Regensburg, guided sightseeing; travel by motorcoach to Prague
- Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds
- From the “Paris of the East” in Bucharest, Romania, to the “Golden City” of Prague, in the Czech Republic, this Danube River cruise is an odyssey to new discoveries
- Begin in Bucharest for a tour of the Romanian capital’s boulevards, Arc de Triomphe, Royal Palace Square, and historic sites from a dramatic history
Active & Discovery on The Lower Danube with 2 ...
- Welcome to Bucharest
- Visit Peles Castle
- Guided tour of Brasov; guided visit of Dracula’s Bran Castle
- Choice of guided sightseeing in Bucharest or walk the Urban Delta or food tour; onboard welcome reception
- Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographical Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi or hike the Kroushuna Waterfalls; on board movie night
- Choice of guided tour in Vidin, visit Baba Vida Fortress or wine tasting or hiking in Belogradchik
- Scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or Donji Milanovac off the beaten path tour or Djerdap National park hike; visit to Golubač fortress
- Choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk up to the Petrovaradin Fortress or wine tour; choice of Ilok guided tour or biking tour or beer tour
- Choice of guided tour or bike tour or meet the locals
- Begin your Active & Discovery river cruise vacation in the beautiful and mysterious Transylvania
- Visit Peles Castle in Sinaia—considered one of the most beautiful in Europe
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Top Bulgaria Attractions & Experiences
Top Bulgaria Experiences
Explore the sacred and rustic hills around the peaceful Rila Monastery.
Relax sunbathing or strolling down the seaside promenade in the ancient town of Varna
The wonder of watching the Sound and Light Show over the medieval Tsarevets Fortress in Veliko Tarnovo
Spend the day tasting wines that the Trojans tried in one of the oldest wine regions in the world in Bessa Valley.
Take in the ancient wonders while walking down the old town of Plovdiv that is older than Greece and Rome.
Top Bulgaria Attractions
Rila Monastery
Tsarevets Fortress
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Old Town of Plovdiv
Varna
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