Balkan Discovery with 1 Night in Budapest & 2 Nights in Transylvania

Begin your journey in the enchanting city of Budapest. Spend the day at leisure, soaking in the city's charm and exploring its many attractions. From the historic Castle Hill to the bustling Great Market Hall, there's something for everyone in this vibrant city on the Danube.

Kickstart your day with a guided city sightseeing tour, including a visit to the iconic Heroes' Square. In the afternoon, board your Suite Ship® and enjoy a delightful dinner onboard as you cruise overnight to the harbor town of Mohács.

Explore Mohács on foot or join a guided sightseeing tour to discover its historical memorial parks, statues, and distinctive churches. Visit the medieval St. Nicholas Watermill or take a guided tour of nearby Pécs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its 4th-century Christian underground tombs. Enjoy an organ concert before cruising overnight to Ilok.

Join a guided tour of Ilok, a town known for its 1,000-year-old winemaking tradition and its medieval fortress. After a brief cruise to Novi Sad, explore the town's Austro-Hungarian old town and ancient fortifications on a guided tour. Enjoy lunch onboard before cruising overnight to Belgrade.

Discover Belgrade's central walkway or join a guided sightseeing tour to see the city's fascinating sights, including Saint Sava, one of the world's largest Orthodox churches. Attend an onboard lecture about the Balkan states' rich history and culture. Spend your free time exploring Knez Mihailova Street, a lively pedestrian thoroughfare with cafés, shops, and cultural spots, before cruising overnight to Golubac.

Visit the Fortress of Golubac, one of Europe's best-preserved medieval fortresses, or join a guided tour to the Mesolithic archaeological site of Lepenski Vir. Sail through the spectacular Iron Gates Gorge, a natural border between Serbia and Romania, before cruising overnight to Vidin.

Explore Vidin on a bike ride or join a guided sightseeing tour to Baba Vida Fortress. Marvel at the remarkable rock formations in Belogradchik or discover the proud history of Bulgarian winemaking with a tour and tasting at a local winery. Enjoy a wine tasting in the cellars before cruising overnight 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 Bulgaria's largest inland port and visit its impressive Holy Trinity Church. Enjoy live entertainment on board with a Bulgarian folklore show before cruising overnight to Oltenita.

Disembark your ship in Oltenita and transfer to Bucharest. Take a guided tour of the Romanian capital city, known for its tree-lined boulevards and Arc de Triomphe. See the Royal Palace Square, the scene of the city's 1989 riots to overthrow the communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. After the visit, drive to Brasov for the night.

Enjoy a guided tour of Brasov, admiring its gothic, baroque and renaissance architecture. In the evening, depart for Bran Castle, the legendary home of the famed Romanian vampire. Take a guided tour of the castle followed by a dinner in this amazing location.

Enjoy a guided tour of Peles Castle, the summer residence of the royal family until 1947. Drive out of the Carpathians to Bucharest, enjoying a local lunch on the way. Spend some free time exploring this fascinating city on your own to discover its trendy shops, cafés, museums, beautiful homes, and churches along Victory Avenue.

Your unforgettable journey through Eastern Europe comes to an end. After breakfast, prepare for your onward journey with beautiful memories of the captivating landscapes, rich history, and vibrant cultures you've experienced.