Name: 14 Day Majestic Balkans 2020 Itinerary
Brand: Discovery Tours by Gate 1
SKU: DSCV-RO-BG-MK-AL-14DBLKN-PKG-20
Price: 2699 USD
Availability: LimitedAvailability
Rating: 5 (93 reviews)

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3 Bucharest, 1 Plovdiv, 2 Sofia, 2 Skopje, 2 Ohrid, 2 Tirana

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Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max

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Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)

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DAY 1, Friday - Depart for Romania

Depart for Romania

DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Bucharest

Arrive in the bustling Romanian capital of Bucharest known for its wide, tree-lined boulevards and glorious Belle Époque buildings, affectionately named "Little Paris." Time to settle in at the hotel before tonight’s orientation meeting at approximately 6 PM with your To...

DAY 3, Sunday - Prahova Valley, Peles Castle, Sinaia Monastery

Heading north along the Prahova Valley arrive at the elegant mountain resort of Sinaia. Here, you’ll truly be enchanted by a visit to romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family. The castle is a masterpiece of German Neo-Renaissance arc...

DAY 4, Monday - Discover Bucharest, Patriarchal Cathedral, Special Dinner & Guest Lecturer

The day begins with a view of Bucharest's Arch of Triumph, an impressive replica of the French Arc de Triomphe, built to commemorate the bravery of Romanian soldiers who fought in WWI. Then, as you travel along Calea Victoriei (Victory Avenue), the city's oldest and most...

DAY 5, Tuesday - Veliko Tarnovo, Tsarevets Hill, Arbanassi, Choir Concert, Plovdiv (Bulgaria)

Depart Bucharest for Veliko Tarnovo, the 'City of the Tsars', where houses cling to the cliffs of the River Yantra, making it one of the country's most beautiful towns in Bulgaria. Here, a walking tour features views of the Tsarevets Hill, the inescapable symbol of the c...

DAY 6, Wednesday - Plovdiv's Old Town, Sofia

A delightful exploration of Plovdiv, the second largest city in Bulgaria. Walk along the cobbled streets lined with art galleries and bohemian cafes -- this city has an exuberant spirit! In the Old Town, lovingly restored to its mid-19th-century appearance, admire the Th...

DAY 7, Thursday - National History Museum, Alexander Nevsky Church

In magical Sofia, the morning tour starts with panoramic views of golden Ottoman domes dotting the skyline. Visit the National History Museum with its exhibits of Bulgarian lands spanning 8000 years and glimpses of unique gold and silver treasures dating back to Thracian...

DAY 8, Friday - Rila Monastery & Museum, Skopje (Republic of North Macedonia)

After breakfast, ascend to the 10th century Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, considered one of the greatest centers of literacy and religion in Bulgaria, playing a key role in preserving Bulgarian culture and language. Visit the monastery's church and view t...

DAY 9, Saturday - Discover Skopje's Old Town

In the morning visit the moving Holocaust Museum that commemorates the all but lost Sephardic Jewish culture of North Macedonia through a range of photos and video displays. Explore the historic streets of this eclectic capital’s Old Town, stopping at Macedonia Square, P...

DAY 10, Sunday - Ancient Stobi, Wine Tasting & Vineyard Lunch, Lakeside Ohrid

The ancient city of Stobi is revealed today. Lying in a fertile valley, this ancient city was part of a vital trade route and was the crossroads of civilization with a rich legacy of palace ruins, bright mosaics, and religious relics. Enjoy a tour of a local winery along...

DAY 11, Monday - Bay of Bones, Museum on Water, Boat Cruise on Ohrid Lake

A unique visit to the Bay of Bones on the southern coast of the Gradiste Peninsula. This pile dwelling ancient settlement built on a platform is a Museum on Water, an exceptional archaeological complex, and the first of its kind in the entire region. Afterward, drive alo...

DAY 12, Tuesday - Elbasan, Tirana (Albania), Skanderbeg Square, Mosque of Et’hem Bey

This morning, depart North Macedonia for Albania, stopping en route at Elbasan, one of the largest cities in Albania in the central part of the country. Later, arrive in lively and colorful Tirana, the beating heart of Albania, known for its vibrant café culture and funk...

DAY 13, Wednesday - Kruje's Skanderbeg Museum, Ottoman style Bazaar, Farewell Dinner

Step back in time on your visit of Kruje, the hero Skanderbeg's hometown where 500 years ago he defended the town from the Ottomans. The Skanderbeg Museum’s spacious seven-level interior displays replicas of armor and paintings depicting his struggle. At the Ethnographic...

DAY 14, Thursday - Depart Albania

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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