12 Day Bulgaria, Serbia & Romania

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2 Sofia, 2 Belgrade, 1 Timisoara, 1 Sibiu, 2 Brasov, 2 Bucharest
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Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit Sofia's National Museum of History with its exhibits dating back 8000 years Tour historic Nis, an important crossroad between Central Europe and the Middle East In Belgrade, spend an evening in the fun-filled Old Bohemian Quarter of Skadarlija Tour of historic Belgrade includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and Saint Sava Temple Visit Novi Sad, an eclectic mix of Serbian culture and Austro-Hungarian architecture Travel to Timisoara, a vibrant city on the Bega River, built around lavish gardens Walking tour in Sibiu highlights the Old Town's charming 17th century buildings Tour Sighisoara, the best preserved medieval city in Southeastern Europe Travel to "Dracula's Castle" surrounded by an aura of mystery and legend Explore romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family Visit the gigantic Parliament Palace, second-largest building in the world after the Pentagon Visit the impressive open-air Village Museum revealing traditional Romanian village life †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

What's this trip about?

    2 Sofia, 2 Belgrade, 1 Timisoara, 1 Sibiu, 2 Brasov, 2 Bucharest

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe

Attractions

  • Belgrade
  • Brasov
  • Bucharest
  • Romania
  • Sofia

Trip includes

    • Flights New York-Sofia, Bucharest-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 10 nights First Class accommodations
    • 2 nights Sofia 2 nights Belgrade 1 night Timisoara 1 night Sibiu 2 nights Brasov 2 nights Bucharest Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 18 meals: 10 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 7 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Services of local guides in all major cities Entrance fees per itinerary Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Wednesday - Depart for Bulgaria
Depart for Bulgaria

DAY 2, Thursday - Arrive in Sofia
Arrive in Sofia, Bulgaria's lively capital and cultural center, and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. This evening at approximately 6 PM, enjoy a Welcome Dinner and orientation meeting with your Tour Manager on the fascinating journey of Bulgaria...
DAY 3, Friday - Sofia City Tour
Become acquainted with the history of Sofia on your visit to the National Museum of History. Enjoy exhibits of the Bulgarian lands dating back 8000 years, including glimpses of the unique gold and silver treasures from Thracian times. View the St. Sofia Church across the...
DAY 4, Saturday - Nis en Route to Belgrade
A long and rewarding day as you cross the border into the Republic of Serbia. Arrive in Nis, an important crossroad between Central Europe and the Middle East. After an orientation tour of the city with its many historically important sites, enjoy lunch at a popular café...
DAY 5, Sunday - Belgrade City Tour
Today's sightseeing of historic Belgrade includes a visit to the imposing Kalemegdan Fortress, dramatically set at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. Built in stages between the 1st and 18th centuries, this fortress witnessed major defensive battles. View the ...
DAY 6, Monday - Tour Novi Sad, & Travel to Timisoara
Drive through the ever changing landscape to Novi Sad, an interesting mix of Serbian culture and Austro-Hungarian architecture, nestled on the Danube. A walking tour introduces you to the city's major highlights including the Petrovaradin Citadel, also known as the "Gibr...
DAY 7, Tuesday - Tour Timisoara, Depart for Sibiu, Visit Hunedoara en Route
Begin the day with a walking tour of Timisoara. Admire the city's beautiful baroque and art nouveau architecture and view the 14th century Hunaidy Castle. Then, drive to the region of Transylvania. Visit the mythical 14th century Hunedoara Castle built on old Roman for...
DAY 8, Wednesday - Tour Sibiu & Sighisoara, Travel to Brasov
A guided walking tour begins the day in the bohemian Old Town that still retains the grandeur of its earlier days with a medieval wall guarding the historic area where narrow streets pass by steep-roofed 17th century buildings. View Great Square, Little Square and the Ev...
DAY 9, Thursday - Tour Bran Castle, Brasov City Tour
Travel south to fabled Bran Castle, surrounded by an aura of mystery and legend, commonly known as "Dracula's Castle." Perched high atop a 200-foot-high rock, Bran Castle owes its fame to the commanding towers and turrets as well as to the myth created around Bram Stocke...
DAY 10, Friday - Peles Castle & Sinaia Monastery en Route to Bucharest
This morning, head to 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 architecture. Its 160 rooms are decorated with the finest exa...
DAY 11, Saturday - Bucharest City Tour
Morning tour in Bucharest, named the "Paris of the East," takes you to the replica of the French Arc de Triomphe, built in 1935 to commemorate the bravery of Romanian soldiers who fought in WWI. Visit the gigantic Parliament Palace, second-largest building in the world a...
DAY 12, Sunday - Depart Romania
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Rila Monastery Tour This afternoon enjoy a guided tour to Rila, the highest mountain in Bulgaria. At 2925 m (9596 ft), Musala Peak is the highest peak in the Balkans and all of South-Eastern Europe. Visit the Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as Rila Monastery, the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours OnDay : 3 Price : $65 Oplenac Complex with Wine Tasting Begin with a drive to the town of Topola, former military base of Karadjordje. Here, visit Oplenac complex to learn about the royal dynasty of Karadjordjevic and the establishment of modern state of Serbia. View the Church of St. George with the royal family mausoleum. Marvel at the church’s splendid interior, covered with 40 million pieces of mosaics and featuring columns made of marble from Carrara in Italy. Conclude the tour at King’s Winery and taste wines from the royal vineyards. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours OnDay : 5 Price : $60 Rila Monastery Tour This afternoon enjoy a guided tour to Rila, the highest mountain in Bulgaria. At 2925 m (9596 ft), Musala Peak is the highest peak in the Balkans and all of South-Eastern Europe. Visit the Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as Rila Monastery, the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours OnDay : 3 Price : $65 Oplenac Complex with Wine Tasting Begin with a drive to the town of Topola, former military base of Karadjordje. Here, visit Oplenac complex to learn about the royal dynasty of Karadjordjevic and the establishment of modern state of Serbia. View the Church of St. George with the royal family mausoleum. Marvel at the church’s splendid interior, covered with 40 million pieces of mosaics and featuring columns made of marble from Carrara in Italy. Conclude the tour at King’s Winery and taste wines from the royal vineyards. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours OnDay : 5 Price : $60 Rila Monastery Tour This afternoon enjoy a guided tour to Rila, the highest mountain in Bulgaria. At 2925 m (9596 ft), Musala Peak is the highest peak in the Balkans and all of South-Eastern Europe. Visit the Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as Rila Monastery, the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours OnDay : 3 Price : $65 Oplenac Complex with Wine Tasting Begin with a drive to the town of Topola, former military base of Karadjordje. Here, visit Oplenac complex to learn about the royal dynasty of Karadjordjevic and the establishment of modern state of Serbia. View the Church of St. George with the royal family mausoleum. Marvel at the church’s splendid interior, covered with 40 million pieces of mosaics and featuring columns made of marble from Carrara in Italy. Conclude the tour at King’s Winery and taste wines from the royal vineyards. Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours OnDay : 5 Price : $60
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