Tour Description

Explore the former Communist headquarters of Romania in Bucharest, see Bulgaria’s Roman ruins in Sofia and marvel at Bosnia’s Tunnel of Hope in Sarajevo. After exploring the medieval city of Brașov, take the mountain roads to the Transylvanian border and join a private visit of Bran Castle after hours - better known as Dracula’s haunted abode in Bram Stoker’s infamous novel, followed by private dinner. Delve into the myths and legends before adventuring onwards to Mostar, where a Local Expert guides you through the city’s iconic sights ahead of a Sarajevo Dine at Home experience. Sit down with a Sarajevan family for a feast of local delicacies, traditional Bosnian coffee and tales of local life before your adventure ends in Belgrade.

Priced From:

$ 8770pp ^*

From: 2026-04-20

To: 2026-09-14

Start Location: Bucharest, Romania

End Location: Belgrade, Serbia

Trip Type: Regional Europe

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Chris McKinnel

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Welcome to Bucharest

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Radisson Blu Bucharest

Welcome to Bucharest! Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner at a local restaurant.

Bucharest and Castles of Transylvania

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Radisson Blu Aurum, Brașov

Join a Local Expert for sightseeing to view University Square and the former communist headquarters. Visit the immense Parliament Palace, one of the most impressive buildings in the world. Enjoy a delicious private dinner in the recently renovated Queen Mary’s Tea House. This evening after the crowds have left enjoy a private visit to the iconic Bran Castle, said to be the inspiration for Bram Stoker's Dracula. Learn about Queen Maria of Romania, the last inhabitant of the castle, visit the torture rooms and relive the tales of the infamous Count Dracula.

Brasov and Sinaia

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Radisson Blu Aurum, Brașov

Travel along the Prahova Valley to the elegant mountain resort of Sinaia to visit Peleș Castle. Admire the lavish rooms filled with art, armour and tapestries. Return through the Carpathian Mountains to the charming medieval city of Brașov, founded in 1211 by the Teutonic Knights. With your Local Expert, walk around Town Hall Square, lined with beautiful red-roofed houses and dominated by the Black Church.

Veliko Tarnovo

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Yantra, Veliko Tarnovo

Cross the Danube into Bulgaria and continue to Veliko Tarnovo, the City of the Tsars, where houses cling to the cliffs of the River Yantra, making it one of the country's most beautiful towns. In the evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.

To Sofia Relaxed Start

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Grand Millennium Sofia

Meet your Local Expert to climb up to the ruined Tsarevets Fortress, a reminder of the town's former imperial status. Enjoy the stunning views over the old Bulgarian capital and the Yantra Valley. Arbanasi is one of Bulgaria’s most beautiful villages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The frescoed churches and fortified dwellings offer a unique insight into the former wealth and spiritual commitment of the settlement. Visit a traditional 17th-century merchant's house and the Church of the Holy Nativity. Cross the Balkan Mountains to Bulgaria's modern day capital of Sofia. On arrival, sightseeing with a Local Expert takes you to St. Sofia Church, across the square from the golden domed St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the archaeological complex, dominated by the church of St. George Rotonda.

Sofia at Your Pace Relaxed Start

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Grand Millennium Sofia

Enjoy the day at your leisure. Perhaps visit the Rila Monastery to enjoy a fascinating insight into the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria?

Skopje

Day 7

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Bushi Resort & Spa, Skopje

Cross the border and continue to the North Macedonian capital of Skopje, an ultra-modern city juxtaposed by an ancient bazaar, where Turkish influences can still be seen and felt. Enjoy sightseeing with a Local Expert.

Lake Ohrid and Tirana

Day 8

Duration: 1

Accommodation: MAK Albania, Tirana

Making your way to the border, stop by the scenic Lake Ohrid for lunch. Cross into Albania and journey to Tirana, renowned for its friendly locals. Continue to the landmark Skanderbeg Square for an insider’s look at the Albanian capital with a Local Expert.

Journey to Montenegro’s Budva

Day 9

Duration: 1

Accommodation: TQ Plaza, Budva

Soak up Montenegro’s natural beauty as you drive towards Budva where your Travel Director will provide an orientation tour before you have the rest of the day to explore 'Montenegro's Miami' on your own. Head to Stari Grad (the Old Town) surrounded by 15th-century ramparts to explore its labyrinthine lanes and small squares where you could choose to sit back and watch the world go by.

Kotor and Dubrovnik

Day 10

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Kompas Dubrovnik

Journey through the spectacular scenery of Montenegro to the Old Town of Kotor, known as Stari Grad. Located beside a beautiful bay near the limestone cliffs of Mt. Lovćen, its no surprise it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At night, you may choose from a fine selection of restaurants for your Dine-Around evening.

Dubrovnik Sightseeing Relaxed Start

Day 11

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Kompas Dubrovnik

Join a Local Expert for a morning of exploring the stone-paved streets within the 16th century bastions. See Onofrio's Fountain and the Rector's Palace, the city walls and the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries. The rest of the day is free for you to immerse yourself in the beautiful surroundings. Perhaps enjoy an optional experience to a stunning town on the Adriatic coast, Cavtat, where you can wander along the pine-forest paths beside the crystal-clear sea.

Mostar and Sarajevo

Day 12

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Europe, Sarajevo

Journey to Mostar. With your Local Expert, see the famous Stari Most, the Old Bridge, reconstructed after being almost completely destroyed during the war. Explore the cobbled streets of the Old Town, stretching on both sides of the bridge and filled with shops selling traditional handicrafts. Continue your travels following the scenic route to Sarajevo for a unique and rewarding insight into the local way of life as you are invited into a Sarajevan family home for dinner. Savour the authentic cuisine as you hear inspirational stories.

Sarajevo, City of Culture

Day 13

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Europe, Sarajevo

Explore Sarajevo with Insight Choice. Choose to meet an expert on the Bosnian War for a visit to Sarajevo’s astonishing Tunnel of Hope. Alternatively, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience for a nature walk to the spring of the Bosna River, a protected park just beyond the city, led by a conservation guide. The rest of the afternoon is for you to explore as you wish.

The Serbian Capital of Belgrade Relaxed Start

Day 14

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Radisson Collection, Old Mill Belgrade

Trace your way along the Drina River, that lies on the border of Serbia and Bosnia & Herzegovina. Take in beautiful landscapes of lush, green mountains that create magical forest canyons, winding your way through deep valleys as you make your way to Belgrade.

The Best of Belgrade Relaxed Start

Day 15

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Radisson Collection, Old Mill Belgrade

Join a Local Expert to see the best of Belgrade including Terazije Street, the national museum and national theatre in Republic Square, as well as a visit to the famous St. Sava Church. Finish your sightseeing at the Kalemegdan Fortress, situated at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure before joining your fellow travellers for dinner this evening.

Farewell Belgrade

Day 16

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Hotel Nemzeti Budapest - MGallery.

Your journey through the Balkans has come to an end. All that’s left is to say a fond doviđenja as you bid your new friends farewell.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2026-04-20

End Date: 2026-05-05

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Child Price: 8120

Adult Price: 9050

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Start Date: 2026-05-04

End Date: 2026-05-19

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Adult Price: 9225

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Adult Price: 11525

Start Date: 2026-05-11

End Date: 2026-05-26

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Child Price: 8295

Adult Price: 9225

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Adult Price: 8945

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Start Date: 2026-05-18

End Date: 2026-06-02

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Child Price: 8295

Adult Price: 9225

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Adult Price: 8945

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Start Date: 2026-06-01

End Date: 2026-06-16

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Start Date: 2026-06-29

End Date: 2026-07-14

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Adult Price: 9495

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End Date: 2026-07-28

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Adult Price: 9475

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Adult Price: 9195

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Start Date: 2026-08-10

End Date: 2026-08-25

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Child Price: 8545

Adult Price: 9475

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Adult Price: 9195

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Start Date: 2026-08-17

End Date: 2026-09-01

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Child Price: 8545

Adult Price: 9475

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Adult Price: 9195

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End Date: 2026-09-15

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Child Price: 8545

Adult Price: 9475

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End Date: 2026-09-22

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Adult Price: 9475

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Adult Price: 9195

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Start Date: 2026-09-14

End Date: 2026-09-29

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Child Price: 8545

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Treasures of the Balkans – Classic Group

Tour Advisors

Itinerary

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