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Balkan Adventure with Transylvania

11-Day Europe River Cruise

  • Travelmarvel Tours & Cruises

From: $5,595

Save $500 – Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Trip Length: 11 Days
  • Trip Starts: Budapest
  • Trip Finishes: Bucharest

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Overview

Explore the best of the Balkans on a seven-night cruise along the Danube River. Discover the grand sights of Budapest, Belgrade and Bucharest, visit the fabled Bran Castle, explore charming riverside towns and villages, cruise through the spectacular Iron Gates and tour Transylvania.

Itinerary

Welcome to Budapest, the historic Hungarian capital. Once you’ve arrived at the airport, you’ll be transferred to your river ship, docked on the Danube River.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Seven Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship

After breakfast, join a local guide to explore the city. Admire Budapest’s grand landmarks and architectural highlights as you discover the city’s rich history.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From the quiet port town of Mohács, history enthusiasts may wish to travel to the ancient city of Pécs. Hungary’s fifth-largest city and a UNESCO World Heritage-listed site, it offers a wealth of historic sights, including the copper-domed Downtown Candlemas Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the 11th-century Pécs Cathedral. This afternoon is at leisure, or you may choose to join an optional excursion to Hungary’s renowned Villány wine region for a tasting.

Enhance Your Journey – Villány Wine Tasting

Travel to Hungary’s celebrated Villány wine region, known for its red and rosé varieties. Visit a local winery for a guided tour and tasting.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin a captivating exploration of Osijek, a vibrant city rich in history. Wander its cobblestone streets, where well-preserved 18th-century architecture reveals glimpses of the past, and visit landmarks such as Holy Trinity Square and the Church of Saint Michael. Later, continue to Vukovar for a tasting of regional delicacies before rejoining your ship for a leisurely afternoon cruise towards Serbia.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In Serbia’s capital, embark on a guided tour of Belgrade. Visit the historic Belgrade Fortress, offering sweeping views over the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, and the Church of Saint Sava, one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world. Later, gain insight into local life and traditions during a special Insider Experience.

Insider Experience – Village Farm and Slivovitz Tour

Visit a local family’s village home, touring the house and barn to meet the resident farm animals. Stroll through the orchards to learn about the distillation of slivovitz — Serbia’s traditional plum brandy — and its place in everyday culture.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, witness nature at its finest as your ship cruises through the Iron Gates, a dramatic landscape of lush forests, towering cliffs and rugged gorges. Forming part of the border between Serbia and Romania, this remarkable stretch of the Danube offers one of the river’s most spectacular cruising experiences.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Go ashore in Ruse, one of Bulgaria’s most elegant cities. Join a walking tour to admire its Belle Époque architecture and manicured garden squares, often compared to the charm of Vienna. Along the way, pass the Monument of Liberty, the courthouse, and Battenberg Square. The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure — perhaps visit the Rousse Regional Historical Museum the National Transport Museum or the ancient ruins of the Sexaginta Prista fortress.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, travel to your hotel in Brașov, stopping en route in the town of Sinaia for free time to enjoy lunch at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Two Nights, Brașov, Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel or similar

This morning, travel to Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’. With a local guide, learn about its history as you walk through its many rooms and admire the 19th-century antiques. Return to Brașov and join a guided tour through its old streets, lined with well-preserved medieval architecture. Explore the colourful baroque buildings and Gothic masterpieces while enjoying the bustling ambiance of the cafes, restaurants and shops.

Meals: Breakfast

Journey to Bucharest and join a guided tour of this vibrant metropolis and cultural hub. Stroll along wide, tree-lined boulevards, past elegant Belle Époque buildings, before exploring the Old City centre, with highlights including the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church and the lively Lipscani district.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town

Your adventure comes to an end today with a transfer to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast

Trip Inclusions

Visit a local family’s village in Serbia, taking a tour of their home and barn to meet the resident farm animals. Stroll through the fruit orchards to learn about the brewing process of ‘slivovitz’. This plum brandy is the national drink of choice.

Dates & Pricing

Trip Dates:

21 Apr 2026 02 Jun 2026 14 Jul 2026 11 Aug 2026 29 Mar 2027 08 Apr 2027 21 Jun 2027 19 Jul 2027 16 Aug 2027

Room Type:

Twin Share
Solo (Own Room)

  • Tuesday

    21 Apr 2026

    Budapest

    Friday

    01 May 2026

    Bucharest

    Our Price

    AUD $6,195

    Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Tuesday

    02 Jun 2026

    Budapest

    Friday

    12 Jun 2026

    Bucharest

    Our Price

    AUD $6,295

    Twin Share (Per Person)

  • Tuesday

    14 Jul 2026

    Budapest

    Friday

    24 Jul 2026

    Bucharest

    Retail Price: $6,095

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    AUD $5,595

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  • Tuesday

    11 Aug 2026

    Budapest

    Friday

    21 Aug 2026

    Bucharest

    Retail Price: $6,295

    Our Price

    AUD $5,795

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  • Monday

    29 Mar 2027

    Budapest

    Thursday

    08 Apr 2027

    Bucharest

    Retail Price: $6,495

    Our Price

    AUD $5,695

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  • Thursday

    08 Apr 2027

    Budapest

    Sunday

    18 Apr 2027

    Bucharest

    Retail Price: $6,645

    Our Price

    AUD $5,845

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  • Monday

    21 Jun 2027

    Budapest

    Thursday

    01 Jul 2027

    Bucharest

    Retail Price: $6,795

    Our Price

    AUD $5,995

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  • Monday

    19 Jul 2027

    Budapest

    Thursday

    29 Jul 2027

    Bucharest

    Retail Price: $6,695

    Our Price

    AUD $5,895

    Save $800

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  • Monday

    16 Aug 2027

    Budapest

    Thursday

    26 Aug 2027

    Bucharest

    Retail Price: $6,795

    Our Price

    AUD $5,995

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