Day 1 Budapest - Timisoara (316 km)
Day 2 Timisoara - Sibiu - Brasov (413 km)
Day 3 Brasov - Sinaia - Bucharest (170 km)
Day 4 Bucharest - Veliko Tarnovo (182 km)
Day 5 Veliko Tarnovo - Plovdiv - Sofia (500 km)
Day 6 Sofia - Nis - Belgrade (585 km)
Day 7 Belgrade - Budapest (378 km)
Day 8 Budapest - Zagreb (299 km)
Day 9 Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes - Zadar (303 km)
Day 10 Zadar - Split (201 km)
Day 11 Split - Dubrovnik (151 km)
Day 12 Dubrovnik - Mostar - Sarajevo (154 km)
Day 13 Sarajevo - Vinkovci (162 km)
Day 14 Vinkovci - Pécs - Budapest (262 km)
Day 1:
Budapest - Timisoara (316 km)
Depart from Budapest and travel to Timisoara, Romania. Visit the Orthodox Cathedral and Victory Square. Free time in the city. Overnight in Timisoara or nearby.
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Timisoara, ROMANIA
Timisoara is the capital city of Timiș County, and the main social, economic and cultural centre in western Romania.
Orthodox Cathedral
The Timisoara Orthodox Cathedral is a gem of the "Colorful City", renowned for its unique Moldavian architectural style and breathtaking interior.
Victory Square
Timisoara's Victory Square is the city heart, surrounded by elegant historic buildings and the Orthodox Cathedral, brimming with culture and history.
Liberty Square
Timisoara's Liberty Square features historic Baroque buildings and the Holy Trinity Column, radiating timeless cultural charm.
Day 2:
Timisoara - Sibiu - Brasov (413 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Travel to Sibiu, known as the 'Eye of Transylvania'. Visit the Sibiu Tower, Grand Square, Orthodox Cathedral, and the Liars' Bridge. Continue to Brasov for overnight stay.
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Timisoara, ROMANIA
Timisoara is the capital city of Timiș County, and the main social, economic and cultural centre in western Romania.
Orthodox Cathedral
The Timisoara Orthodox Cathedral is a gem of the "Colorful City", renowned for its unique Moldavian architectural style and breathtaking interior.
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Sibiu, ROMANIA
Sibiu Council Tower
The Sibiu Council Tower, an iconic landmark, once served as defense and clock tower, offering panoramic views of the square and red-roofed cityscape from its top.
Grand Square
As its name suggests, the largest square of the city, and has been the center of the city since the 15th century.
Liars' Bridge
A historic cast-iron pedestrian bridge in the heart of Sibiu's old town, spanning a small square and known for its local legend.
Day 3:
Brasov - Sinaia - Bucharest (170 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Sightseeing in Brasov: see the Black Church (exterior) and the Old Town Hall Square. Visit Dracula's Castle (exterior). Travel to Sinaia to visit Peles Castle. Continue to Bucharest for overnight.
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Brasov, ROMANIA
With its central location, Brasov is a suitable location from which to explore Romania, and the distances to several tourist destinations (including the Black Sea resorts, the monasteries in northern Moldavia, and the wooden churches of Maramures) are similar. It is also the largest city in a mountain resorts area.
Biserica Neagra
Biserica Neagra or Black Church was built by the German community of the city and stands as the main Gothic style monument in the country, as well as being the largest and one of the most important Lutheran places of worship in the region.
Admission (Optional): Adult $5 / RON20; Child (Age < 7 years) Free
Brasov Council Square
Located in the historic centre of Braşov, Romania. It obtained its right to hold markets in 1520, but it has been the place for annual markets since 1364, being visited by merchants from the country and abroad. The houses surrounding the square are historic.
Dracula Castle
Commonly known as "Dracula's Castle", the fortress is a national monument and landmark in Romania.
Admission (Optional): Adult $14 / RON60; Child (Age 7-18 years) $4 / RON15; Senior (Age 65+ years) $11 / RON45
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Sinaia, ROMANIA
Peles Castle
A Neo-Renaissance castle in the Carpathian Mountains, near Sinaia, built between 1873 and 1914. Its inauguration was held in 1883. It was constructed for King Carol I.
Admission (Optional): Adult $12 / RON50; Child (Ground floor tour) $3 / RON12.50; Ground floor tour. Closed Mondays in summer, Mondays & Tuesdays in winter.
Day 4:
Bucharest - Veliko Tarnovo (182 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Sightseeing in Bucharest: see the Royal Palace (exterior), Memorial of Rebirth, and the former Communist Party Headquarters. Visit the Palace of the Parliament (exterior). Travel to Veliko Tarnovo to visit Tsarevets Fortress (exterior). Overnight in Veliko Tarnovo.
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Bucharest, ROMANIA
Bucharest is the capital of Romania, as well as its cultural and economical center. Visitors to this country in the Balkans can see landmarks such as the Palace of the Parliament and the National Museum of Contemporary Art.
Royal Palace
A grand historic building in central Bucharest, once the residence of the Romanian royal family and now part of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
Palace of the Parliament
The seat of the Parliament of Romania. A colossal parliament building known for its ornate interior composed of 23 sections, it houses the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies, three museums and an international conference center.
Admission (Optional): Adult $14 / RON60; Child (Age 7-18 years) $5 / RON20
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Veliko Tarnovo, BULGARIA
Known as the historical capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom, attracting many tourists with its unique architecture. During the Middle Ages, the city was among the main European centres of culture and gave its name to the architecture of the Tarnovo Artistic School, painting of the Tarnovo Artistic School, and to literature.
Tsarevets
It served as the Second Bulgarian Empire's primary fortress and strongest bulwark from 1185 to 1393, housing the royal and the patriarchal palaces, and is a popular tourist attraction.
Admission (Optional): Adult $3 / RON10
Day 5:
Veliko Tarnovo - Plovdiv - Sofia (500 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Travel to Plovdiv. Visit the Ancient Roman Theatre and explore the Old Town. Continue to Sofia for overnight stay.
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Plovdiv, BULGARIA
The second-largest city in Bulgaria. There is evidence of habitation in Plovdiv dating back to the 6th millennium BCE, when the first Neolithic settlements were established.
Plovdiv Roman theatre
One of the world's best-preserved ancient theatres constructed in the 90s of the 1st century AD. The theatre can host between 5000 and 7000 spectators and it is currently in use.
Admission (Optional): Adult $4 / BGN5
Plovdiv Old Town
The Plovdiv Old Town, nestled on the ancient hills, preserves colorful National Revival architecture and a Roman theatre, celebrated as a "living museum of history."
Day 6:
Sofia - Nis - Belgrade (585 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Sightseeing in Sofia: visit Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, St. Sophia Church, the Parliament building, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Travel to Nis, Serbia, to visit Nis Fortress. Continue to Belgrade for overnight.
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Sofia, BULGARIA
The capital and largest city of Bulgaria. Sofia has been an area of human habitation since at least 7000 BC.
The St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
A Bulgarian Orthodox cathedral in Neo-Byzantine style, one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in the world, as well as one of Sofia's symbols and primary tourist attractions.
The Church of St. Sophia
The Church of St. Sophia in Sofia is a city symbol, where magnificent Byzantine architecture and a golden dome showcase timeless religious artistry.
The National Assembly of Bulgaria
The National Assembly of Bulgaria, a grand Neoclassical building, serves as the nation's legislative heart, guarded by stone lions and steeped in history.
Solemn Monument
This solemn monument at Sofia's Vitosha foothills honors Bulgaria's unknown fallen heroes, with an eternal flame symbolizing the nation's enduring spirit.
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Nis, Serbia
The third largest city in Serbia and the administrative center of the Nišava District.
Nis Fortress
Nis Fortress, a well-preserved Ottoman-era stronghold on the Nisava River, showcases massive stone walls and gates that witness centuries of Balkan history.
Day 7:
Belgrade - Budapest (378 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Sightseeing in Belgrade: visit St. Sava Cathedral and Kalemegdan Fortress. See Tito's Mausoleum (exterior). Then head to Budapest.
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Belgrade, Serbia
The capital and largest city of Serbia.
Saint Sava Temple
The Saint Sava Temple in Belgrade is one of the world's largest Orthodox churches, renowned for its brilliant white marble, bronze domes, and awe-inspiring golden mosaics.
Kalemegdan Fortress
Kalemegdan Fortress is the core fortified area of a town or city.
Admission (Optional): Adult $2 / RSD120; Closed on Mondays.
The Tomb of Marshal Tito
The Tomb of Marshal Tito, located in Belgrade's "House of Flowers," is the final resting place of the former Yugoslav leader, surrounded by gardens and displaying symbolic "batons of youth."
Admission (Optional): Adult $7 / RSD600; Child (Age ≤ 9 years) Free
Day 8:
Budapest - Zagreb (299 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Depart from Budapest and travel to Zagreb, the capital of Croatia. Visit Zagreb Cathedral and St. Mark's Church. Enjoy a panoramic view of the old town from the Lotrščak Tower viewpoint. Overnight in Zagreb or surrounding area.
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Zagreb, Croatia
Zagreb, the capital and largest city in Croatia, is located in the northwest part of the country along the Sava River. Zagreb has a vibrant cultural community comprised of many museums, art galleries, as well as performance arts and music events.
Zagreb Cathedral
This Roman Catholic cathedral in Zagreb is the largest sacred sacral Gothic monument in Europe southeast of the Alps. It is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary as well as two local kings of old.
St Mark’s Church
The 13th-century St Markâs Church is one of Zagrebâs most emblematic buildings. Its colourful tiled roof, constructed in 1880, has the medieval coat of arms of Croatia, Dalmatia and Slavonia on the left side, and the emblem of Zagreb on the right. The Gothic portal, composed of 15 figures in shallow niches, was sculpted in the 14th century. The interior contains sculptures by Ivan MeÅ¡troviÄ, though the church is open only at Mass times.
Lotrscak Tower
Lotrscak Tower is a historic 13th-century defensive tower in Zagreb's Upper Town. Known for the daily noon cannon firing tradition, it offers panoramic views over the city and is a key landmark.
Day 9:
Zagreb - Plitvice Lakes - Zadar (303 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park (optional). Continue to the historic city of Zadar. See the Land Gate, the Church of St. Donatus (exterior), and experience the unique Sea Organ. Overnight in Zadar or surrounding area.
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Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
Plitvice Lakes National Park is an UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest national park in Croatia. Known for 16 terraced lakes, joined by waterfalls, that extend into a limestone canyon, Plitvice has many walkways and hiking trails for visitors to explore.
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Founded in 1949, this beautiful Croatian park, near the border with Bosnia and Herzegovina, is one of Southeast Europe's oldest national parks. It is full of breathtaking landscapes and stunning geological formations.
Admission (Optional): Adult $12 / €10; Jan-Mar & Nov-Dec
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Zadar, Croatia
Located along the Adriatic Sea coast, Zadar is the fifth largest city in Croatia . With a rich history dating back to prehistoric times, visitors can experience Roman inspired architectural buildings like the Roman Forum, cathedrals, libraries, and more.
Land Gate of Zadar
Zadar's most iconic Renaissance landmark, built in 1543 under Venetian rule. This magnificent arch with intricate stonework once served as the city's main entrance, known as the "Gate of Glory".
Church of St. Donatus
The Church of St. Donatus is a church located in Zadar, Croatia. Its name refers to Donatus of Zadar, who began construction on this church in the 9th century and ended it on the northeastern part of the Roman forum.
Sea Organ
The Sea Organ stretches out over about seventy metres of the Zadar waterfront, below which, at the level of the lowest low tide, 35 pipes of various lengths, diameters and slopes have been installed. When the most beautiful sunset illuminates the waterfront, the game of lights by the Greeting to the Sun accompanies the rhythm of the waves and the sounds of the Sea Organ.
Day 10:
Zadar - Split (201 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Travel to Split. Explore the Renaissance-style Republic Square and visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Diocletian's Palace (optional). See the Cathedral of Saint Domnius. Overnight in Split or surrounding area.
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Split, Croatia
Split is the second-largest city of Croatia and lies along the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea. The historic center-an UNESCO world heritage site-offers visitors breathtaking harbor views as well as attractions like the Gallery of Fine Arts, Croatian National Theatre, sporting and music events, and more.
Republic Square
One of Split's most grand squares, famed for its semicircular colonnade of Neo-Renaissance buildings reminiscent of Venice's St. Mark's Square. It's a vibrant hub for public life and cultural events.
Palace of Diocletian
Diocletian's Palace is an ancient palace built by the Roman Emperor Diocletian at the turn of the fourth century AD, that today forms about half the old town and city center of Split, in Croatia. After the Romans abandoned the site, the Palace remained empty for several centuries.
Cathedral of Saint Domnius
The Cathedral of Saint Domnius, is the Catholic cathedral in Split, Croatia. The Cathedral of St. Domnius is a complex of a church, formed from an Imperial Roman mausoleum, with a bell tower; strictly the church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and the bell tower to Saint Domnius.
Diocletian's Palace Underground
The Underground of Diocletian's Palace consists of well-preserved substructures that formed the foundation of the Roman emperor's palace in Split. These vaulted halls, once used for storage and support, now offer a fascinating glimpse into ancient architecture.
Admission (Optional): Adult $10 / €8
Day 11:
Split - Dubrovnik (151 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Travel to Dubrovnik, the 'Pearl of the Adriatic'. Explore the Old Town, visit the Franciscan Monastery with its ancient pharmacy, and see the Dubrovnik City Walls (exterior). Optional boat cruise on the Adriatic Sea. Overnight in Dubrovnik or surrounding area.
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Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik is a Croatian city on the Adriatic Sea. It is one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the Mediterranean Sea, a seaport and the centre of Dubrovnik-Neretva County. In 1979, the city of Dubrovnik joined the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites.
Franciscan Monastery
The Franciscan Monks moved to Dubrovnik in the 13th century and quickly set up a monastery. However, when threatened by war, they demolished that one and built a better protected one next to the Pile Gate and St. Saviours Church. Within this monastery's solid stone walls are a gorgeous mid-14th-century cloister, a historic pharmacy and a small museum with a collection of relics and liturgical objects, including chalices, paintings and gold jewellery, and pharmacy items such as laboratory gear and medical books.
Dubrovnik City Walls
The monumental walls that encircle Dubrovnik, punctuated by towers and overlooking the sea, are undoubtedly the city's most famous feature.
Banje Beach
Banje Beach is Dubrovnik's most famous city beach, located just east of the Old Town walls. It features pebbly shores and clear Adriatic waters, with stunning views of the historic city and Lokrum Island.
Dubrovnik Boat Cruise
A Dubrovnik boat cruise offers a scenic perspective of the historic city from the sea, typically including coastal sailing, visits to nearby islands like Lokrum, and unique photo opportunities of the fortress walls.
Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $24 / €20
Day 12:
Dubrovnik - Mostar - Sarajevo (154 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Travel to Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Visit the Old Town and the iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue to Sarajevo. Overnight in Sarajevo or surrounding area.
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Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Mostar it is the most important city in the Herzegovina region, serving as its cultural and economic capital. Mostar is situated on the Neretva River and is the fifth-largest city in the country.
Mostar Old Town
Mostar's Old Town centers around the iconic Stari Most bridge, featuring Ottoman-era cobblestone streets, traditional workshops, and bazaars. It is a historic area rich in Bosnian culture, offering views of the Neretva River.
Mostar Old Bridge
The Mostar Old Bridge is also known as Stari Most, Mostar Most, Bosnia Bridge, Mostar Bridge, Mostar Stari Most, Mostarski Most, or Stari Most. It is the shining light in Mostar, a city where the Neretva River snakes its way through the picturesque Mostar valley.
Day 13:
Sarajevo - Vinkovci (162 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Explore Sarajevo, known as the 'European Jerusalem'. Visit Gazi Husrev-bey Mosque (Sarajevo Grand Mosque), the Sarajevo Clock Tower, and the Latin Bridge. Travel to Vinkovci. Overnight in Vinkovci or surrounding area.
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Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sarajevo is the capital and largest city of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Due to its long and rich history of religious and cultural diversity, Sarajevo is sometimes called the "Jerusalem of Europe".
Gazi Husrev-bey Mosque
Gazi Husrev-bey Mosque is Sarajevo's most significant Ottoman-era building, constructed in the 16th century. Its grand dome, minaret, and interior decoration represent the peak of Bosnian Islamic art, located in the Baščaršija old quarter.
Sarajevo Clock Tower
The Sarajevo Clock Tower is a distinctive wooden clock tower in the Baščaršija old quarter, built in the 17th century. It is the only public clock in the city that once used 'lunar time,' and its elegant structure is a fine example of Ottoman urban architecture.
Latin Bridge
This historic Ottoman-era bridge is famed as the site where Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated in 1914, the event that triggered World War I.
Day 14:
Vinkovci - Pécs - Budapest (262 km)
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Travel to Pécs in Hungary. Visit Széchenyi Square, Zsolnay Fountain, and see the exterior of Pécs Cathedral. Return to Budapest where the tour concludes.
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Pecs, HUNGARY
Pécs is the fifth largest city of Hungary, located on the slopes of the Mecsek mountains in the south-west of the country, close to its border with Croatia. It is the administrative and economic centre of Baranya County. Pécs is also the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Pécs.
Széchenyi Square
Széchenyi Square is the main city square in Pécs, surrounded by historic buildings including the City Hall and churches. It serves as a hub for public events and festivals, featuring fountains and green spaces with a relaxed atmosphere.
Zsolnay Fountain
The Zsolnay Fountain is an ornamental art fountain on Széchenyi Square in Pécs, created by the renowned Zsolnay ceramics factory. Its colorful glazed ceramic sculptures depict mythological figures and animals, adding an artistic highlight to the city.
Pécs Cathedral
Pécs Cathedral is the city's most prominent landmark, originally founded in the 11th century with Neo-Romanesque and Gothic elements. Its twin-towered facade is imposing, and the interior features fine frescoes and sculptures, situated in the historic Castle Hill area.
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