7-Day Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia East Balkan Flexi Tour from Budapest
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visit Belgrade, Brasov, Bucharest, Nis, Plovdiv, Sibiu, Sinaia, Sofia, Timisoara, Veliko Tarnovo.
Dates & Prices
Price in EUR (per person, based on double occupancy)
Itinerary
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sibiu, Romania
A historic city in Transylvania, Romania, renowned for its medieval architecture and vibrant cultural scene.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sinaia, Romania
A resort town in the Carpathian Mountains of Romania, famous for Peles Castle and skiing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Travel to Plovdiv. Visit the Ancient Roman Theatre and explore the Old Town. Continue to Sofia for overnight stay.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
Sightseeing in Belgrade: visit St. Sava Cathedral and Kalemegdan Fortress. See Tito's Mausoleum (exterior). Then head to Budapest.
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.
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."
Departure & Return
| Location | Address | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Budapest, BU | 8:00am |
- Please arrive 15 minutes earlier at the meeting location.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Price Excludes
| Destination | Adult | Child | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucharest, Romania | |||
| Palace of the Parliament (Optional) | $13 / RON60 | $5 / RON20 (Age 7-18 years) | |
| Plovdiv, Bulgaria | |||
| Plovdiv Roman theatre (Optional) | $3 / BGN5 | ||
| Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria | |||
| Tsarevets (Optional) | $3 / RON10 | ||
| Sinaia, Romania | |||
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Peles Castle (Optional)
Ground floor tour. Closed Mondays in summer, Mondays & Tuesdays in winter.
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$11 / RON50 | $3 / RON12.50 (Ground floor tour) | |
| Brasov, Romania | |||
| Biserica Neagra (Optional) | $5 / RON20 | Free (Age < 7 years) | |
| Dracula Castle (Optional) | $13 / RON60 | $4 / RON15 (Age 7-18 years) | $10 / RON45 (Age 65+ years) |
| Belgrade, Serbia | |||
|
Kalemegdan Fortress (Optional)
Closed on Mondays.
|
$2 / RSD120 | ||
| The Tomb of Marshal Tito (Optional) | $6 / RSD600 | Free (Age ≤ 9 years) | |
Bucharest, Romania
Palace of the Parliament (Optional)
- Adult
- $13 / RON60
- Child
- $5 / RON20 (Age 7-18 years)
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Plovdiv Roman theatre (Optional)
- Adult
- $3 / BGN5
Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Tsarevets (Optional)
- Adult
- $3 / RON10
Sinaia, Romania
Peles Castle (Optional)
Ground floor tour. Closed Mondays in summer, Mondays & Tuesdays in winter.
- Adult
- $11 / RON50
- Child
- $3 / RON12.50 (Ground floor tour)
Brasov, Romania
Biserica Neagra (Optional)
- Adult
- $5 / RON20
- Child
- Free (Age < 7 years)
Dracula Castle (Optional)
- Adult
- $13 / RON60
- Child
- $4 / RON15 (Age 7-18 years)
- Senior
- $10 / RON45 (Age 65+ years)
Belgrade, Serbia
Kalemegdan Fortress (Optional)
Closed on Mondays.
- Adult
- $2 / RSD120
The Tomb of Marshal Tito (Optional)
- Adult
- $6 / RSD600
- Child
- Free (Age ≤ 9 years)
- Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
- If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
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Booking changes
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A fee may be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Name changes or corrections may be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary may be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply. Please be noted that we do not allow departure change 48 hours before departure.
Cancellations and Cancellation Fees
Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed and pending bookings. Therefore, cancellation penalties and or fees will apply. Time of cancellation will be determined when notice is received and confirmed by our office. Notice of cancellation must be made directly to TakeTours by email or through web mail at Contact Us .
Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed and pending bookings. Therefore, cancellation penalties and or fees will apply. Time of cancellation will be determined when notice is received and confirmed by our office. Notice of cancellation must be made directly to TakeTours by email or through web mail at Contact Us .
Cancellation Policy
We will charge a cancellation fee of 5% if booking is cancelled 365 days or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 20% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event
Date or Group Change Policy (only applies to changes between groups on multi-day tours)
If a customer wishes to change any part of a booking, service fee will be charged.
We will charge a fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before the event
We will charge a fee of 30% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before the event
We will charge a fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 5% if booking is cancelled 365 days or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 20% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before the event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event
Date or Group Change Policy (only applies to changes between groups on multi-day tours)
If a customer wishes to change any part of a booking, service fee will be charged.
We will charge a fee of 10% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before the event
We will charge a fee of 30% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before the event
We will charge a fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event
Itinerary Variations
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
Tour Cancellation:
We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, TakeTours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or similar tour.. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.
We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, TakeTours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or similar tour.. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.
Travel Insurance: Travel Insurance is highly recommended.
Responsibility
: We are not responsible for any loss, injury, accident, damage, delay or loss incurred during travel.
passengers bear full responsibility for any changes in travel caused by delays, illness, weather, strikes, war, or quarantine.
We do not accept any responsibility for any illegal or irregular activity by our passengers. Any loss or expense is at the passenger's expense.
We are not responsible for the loss or theft of personal property of the passengers during the trip.
: We are not responsible for any loss, injury, accident, damage, delay or loss incurred during travel.
passengers bear full responsibility for any changes in travel caused by delays, illness, weather, strikes, war, or quarantine.
We do not accept any responsibility for any illegal or irregular activity by our passengers. Any loss or expense is at the passenger's expense.
We are not responsible for the loss or theft of personal property of the passengers during the trip.
Prices may vary and are subject to availability by season, weekend, and/or holiday.
We reserve the right to modify the tour arrangements for smooth operation of the tour.
We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.
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