Balkan Discovery 2024

Welcome to Hungary! Arrive in the vibrant city of Budapest by 2 pm and board your Suite Ship. Spend the rest of the day settling in and preparing for the exciting journey ahead. Enjoy a delightful dinner onboard as we set sail for Mohács.

Begin your day with a guided tour of Mohács, a tranquil Danube harbor town rich in history. Visit the medieval St. Nicholas Watermill, one of the few remaining watermills in operation. Alternatively, take a guided tour of Pécs, home to 4th-century Christian underground tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy an organ concert as part of your tour. After a day of exploration, cruise to Ilok, Croatia, while enjoying your meals onboard.

Start your day with a guided tour of Ilok, a town renowned for its 1,000-year-old wine-making traditions and its medieval fortress. After a brief cruise and lunch onboard, arrive in Novi Sad, Serbia. Known as the 'Athens of Serbia', Novi Sad is the country's second-largest town. Explore its Austro-Hungarian old town and ancient fortifications on a guided tour or join your Adventure Host for a walk around town. Overnight, we cruise to Belgrade.

Discover the charm of Belgrade, where the Danube and Sava Rivers converge. Join a guided sightseeing tour and visit Saint Sava, one of the world's largest Orthodox churches. Learn about the rich history and culture of the Balkan states during an onboard lecture. Spend your afternoon exploring Knez Mihailova Street, a lively pedestrian thoroughfare with cafes, shops, and cultural spots. You may also opt for an authentic Bohemian Dinner in the Quarter of Skadarlija. Overnight, we cruise to Golubač.

Visit the Fortress of Golubač, one of Europe's best-preserved medieval fortresses, or join a guided tour to the Mesolithic archaeological site of Lepenski Vir. Later, sail through the spectacular Iron Gates Gorge, a natural border between Serbia and Romania. Enjoy your meals onboard as we cruise to Vidin, Bulgaria.

Discover the beauty of Vidin on a bike ride or join a guided sightseeing tour to Baba Vida Fortress. Marvel at the remarkable rock formations in Belogradchik, sculpted by 200 million years of natural elements. Alternatively, immerse yourself in Bulgarian winemaking traditions with a tour and tasting at a local winery. Enjoy your meals onboard as we cruise to Rousse.

Explore Rousse's old town by bike or join a full-day guided tour to the former Bulgarian capital of Veliko Târnovo and the 15th-century town of Arbanassi. Alternatively, join a guided sightseeing tour of Rousse and visit its impressive Holy Trinity Church. In the evening, enjoy a Bulgarian folklore show onboard as we cruise to Oltenita, Romania.

Take a guided tour of Bucharest, the Romanian capital city, known as the 'Paris of the East'. Visit the Arc de Triomphe, a monument honoring WWI Romanian soldiers, and the Royal Palace Square, the scene of the city's 1989 riots. Spend some free time exploring the beautiful homes and churches along Victory Avenue.

Your memorable vacation ends with breakfast this morning. As you prepare for your onward journey, take a moment to reflect on the incredible experiences you've had and the fascinating places you've visited during this multi-day tour.