Highlights
Experience fascinating Romania, Serbia and Bulgaria on a city and countryside adventure
Discover the Ottoman, Roman and Communist history in Belgrade, the old capital of Yugoslavia
Explore spectacular Rila Monastery, Transylvania's Bran Castle and opulent Peles Castle
Itinerary
Take our grand tour to discover the highlights of Romania, Serbia and Bulgaria. Explore bustling capital cities, steeped in history, as well as rolling Transylvanian countryside, the Rose Valley and the Black Sea coast. Along the way, delve into the region's history from ancient Roman times up until their more recent communist regimes.
Legendary Castles - Uncover the myths at Castle Bran and marvel at the stained glass and décor in Peles Castle.
Belgrade - Discover the Ottoman, Roman and Communist history in the old capital of Yugoslavia.
Rila Monastery - Visit this spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site with its brightly coloured frescoes.
day 1Join trip in Bucharest, Romania
Our trip begins today in Bucharest, Romania's vibrant capital. Once hailed the \ Paris of the East', the city lost much of its grandeur during its harsh communist regime and an earthquake in 1977. Today, it's reemerged as a European gem, thanks to its mix of Art Nouveau and Brutalist architecture, picturesque parks and thriving cultural scene.
For those arriving on time, our tour leader plans to meet you in the hotel reception at 6pm for the welcome meeting and for those that wish, there is the chance to go out for dinner. There are no other activities planned today, so you're free to arrive in Bucharest at any time. If you'd like an airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), which is around a 30-minute drive from the city centre. If you miss the welcome meeting, our tour leader will inform you of any essential information as soon as you catch up.
If you arrive earlier in the day, there's plenty to discover in the city's Old Town and many museums to choose from including the National Museum of Romanian History, the Military Museum and the Folk Art Museum.
day 2Walking tour of Bucharest; free afternoon to explore the city further
day 3Drive to the Carpathian Mountains of Transylvania; visit to remarkable Peles Castle and Bran Castle
day 4Explore medieval Brasov and the walled city of Sibiu
day 5See King Decebalus' statue and take a dip in riverside hot springs
day 6Explore ancient Roman Viminacium and arrive in Belgrade, Serbia
day 7Visit to the laidback city of Novi Sad; explore Belgrade on foot
day 8See the rock formations at Devil's Town and Skull Tower in Nis
day 9Arrive in Sofia, Bulgaria and visit the Soviet Army Monument by metro
day 10Explore Rila Monastery; chance to visit the Museum of Socialist Art
day 11See Plovdiv Roman Theatre and a Thracian tomb in the Rose Valley
day 12Visit Shipka Memorial Church, Etar Museum and Tsarevets Fort
day 13Discover Varna and Balchik on the Black Sea coast
day 14Visit Kaliakra Fortress and take a walk along the cliff tops
day 15Return to Bucharest, Romania
day 16Trip ends in Bucharest, Romania
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