Legends of the Balkans

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Legends of the Balkans

5.0/5 Based on 1 Reviews No Booking FeesDedicated Cruise Advisor
River View
$3,567
Balcony
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* Port charges, taxes and fees included
 Cruise Length
8 Days
 Cruise Starts
Bucharest
 Cruise Finishes
Budapest
8 Day Legends of the Balkans Itinerary (Travelmarvel)
Countries Explored: Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary
 Cruise Length
8 Days
 Cruise Starts
Bucharest
 Cruise Finishes
Budapest
8 Day Legends of the Balkans Itinerary (Travelmarvel)
Countries Explored: Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary
Ship
Departures
Passengers
182
Crew
44
Launched
2020
Cruise Code
EUTCGB08
Ship
Departures
Passengers
182
Crew
44
Launched
2020
Cruise Code
EUTCGB08

Overview

Discover the beauty of the Balkans along the Danube River. Begin in Romania’s capital, Bucharest, before exploring stunning sights in Bulgaria as you make your way to Hungary. Small traditional towns and the grand capital Budapest then await.
Discover the beauty of the Balkans along the Danube River. Begin in Romania’s capital, Bucharest, before exploring stunning sights in Bulgaria as you make your way to Hungary. Small traditional towns and the grand capital Budapest then await.

Itinerary

Welcome to Romania's hip capital, Bucharest. Upon touching down at the airport, be transferred to Giurgiu, where your premium river ship is docked, ready to begin its voyage. Dinner is served as you cruise down the Danube. Stay Seven Nights: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship (D)

Today you'll discover the fortified walls and cobblestone lanes of Veliko Târnovo. With a local expert, be guided through this medieval city and uncover its rich history. At its centre, see the restored Tsarevets Fortress, citadel of the Second Bulgarian Empire. After, head to the hilltops to visit Arbanasi, a village brimming with history. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before rejoining your ship. (B/L/D)

Explore Baba Vida Fortress, a medieval castle that dates back to the 10th century. Afterwards, head to Belogradchik to visit its ancient fortress on the northern side of the Balkan Mountains. While you're here, see the town's unique rock formations. (B/L/D)

The day is yours to spend on board. Take it easy and relax, taking in postcard-perfect views from the Sun Deck. (B/L/D)

Get out and explore Novi Sad, Serbia's second-largest city and known as its cultural capital, on a guided tour. Afterwards, spend your free time relaxing, or perhaps visit Petrovaradin Fortress, a massive fortress complex overlooking the Danube River, and check out its catacombs. (B/L/D)

Dock in Hungary's oldest town, Kalocsa, set right on the Danube. From here, head to Puszta for your Insider Experience. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience - Traditional Horse Show In Puszta, enjoy a traditional horse show featuring Magyar cowboys and fine equestrian skills. You may choose to take an optional carriage ride, view the stables, and be greeted by horsemen.

Enjoy the day at leisure to explore Budapest. You may wish to join an optional tour to discover Budapest Great Market Hall, a must-visit attraction. Housed in a beautiful historical building dating back to the 19th century, the market is a paradise for food lovers and shoppers, where you can immerse yourself in Hungarian cuisine and local culture.

Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional tour to discover the Hospital in the Rock Bunker Museum, a hospital created in the caverns under Buda Castle in Budapest in the 1930s, in preparation for the Second World War. This evening, delight in a Captain's Farewell Dinner. (B/L/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Great Market Hall Tour Embark on a culinary tour. Wander through this large market to discover a variety of Hungarian sausages, meat, cheeses, fruits and vegetables.

Enhance Your Journey - Hospital in the Rock Tour this museum, once a World War II hospital, located in the caves beneath Buda Castle.

Disembark your ship this morning and be transferred to the airport. (B)

Welcome to Romania's hip capital, Bucharest. Upon touching down at the airport, be transferred to Giurgiu, where your premium river ship is docked, ready to begin its voyage. Dinner is served as you cruise down the Danube. Stay Seven Nights: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship (D)

Today you'll discover the fortified walls and cobblestone lanes of Veliko Târnovo. With a local expert, be guided through this medieval city and uncover its rich history. At its centre, see the restored Tsarevets Fortress, citadel of the Second Bulgarian Empire. After, head to the hilltops to visit Arbanasi, a village brimming with history. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before rejoining your ship. (B/L/D)

Explore Baba Vida Fortress, a medieval castle that dates back to the 10th century. Afterwards, head to Belogradchik to visit its ancient fortress on the northern side of the Balkan Mountains. While you're here, see the town's unique rock formations. (B/L/D)

The day is yours to spend on board. Take it easy and relax, taking in postcard-perfect views from the Sun Deck. (B/L/D)

Get out and explore Novi Sad, Serbia's second-largest city and known as its cultural capital, on a guided tour. Afterwards, spend your free time relaxing, or perhaps visit Petrovaradin Fortress, a massive fortress complex overlooking the Danube River, and check out its catacombs. (B/L/D)

Dock in Hungary's oldest town, Kalocsa, set right on the Danube. From here, head to Puszta for your Insider Experience. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience - Traditional Horse Show In Puszta, enjoy a traditional horse show featuring Magyar cowboys and fine equestrian skills. You may choose to take an optional carriage ride, view the stables, and be greeted by horsemen.

Enjoy the day at leisure to explore Budapest. You may wish to join an optional tour to discover Budapest Great Market Hall, a must-visit attraction. Housed in a beautiful historical building dating back to the 19th century, the market is a paradise for food lovers and shoppers, where you can immerse yourself in Hungarian cuisine and local culture.

Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional tour to discover the Hospital in the Rock Bunker Museum, a hospital created in the caverns under Buda Castle in Budapest in the 1930s, in preparation for the Second World War. This evening, delight in a Captain's Farewell Dinner. (B/L/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Great Market Hall Tour Embark on a culinary tour. Wander through this large market to discover a variety of Hungarian sausages, meat, cheeses, fruits and vegetables.

Enhance Your Journey - Hospital in the Rock Tour this museum, once a World War II hospital, located in the caves beneath Buda Castle.

Disembark your ship this morning and be transferred to the airport. (B)

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Legend of the Balkans   1 , NSW, Australia, Apr 2024
We had a great time on this river cruise despite Emirates losing our luggage, which we didn't get back until the last day of the cruise. Tracey was helpful when flights were cancelled in Dubai (this was mayhem) and we missed 2 days in Bucharest due to this. We got to the boat just in time. The cruise director, Roland, looked after dealing with our luggage ...read more and the hotel manager, Nicu, made sure our clothes were cleaned and returned to us in the morning. We were able to purchase clothes at the next port. This was our first river cruise. We thought there would be a lot of elderly on board but it was a good mix, but mostly retirees. Our french balcony room was great, cleaned daily and spacious. The food was nice and excursions enjoyable. We would definitely do another river cruise.

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