Balkan Discovery with 2 Nights in Transylvania

Welcome to Hungary! Your adventure begins in the vibrant city of Budapest. Please ensure your flights arrive by 2 pm and board your Suite Ship by 5 pm. Settle in and prepare for your overnight cruise to Mohács. Dinner will be served on board.

Start 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 the world. Alternatively, take a guided tour of Pécs, where you'll explore 4th-century Christian underground tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy an organ concert. After a day of exploration, enjoy an evening cruise to Ilok.

Today, join a guided tour of Ilok, a city with a 1,000-year-old wine-making tradition. After a brief cruise and lunch onboard, arrive in Novi Sad, Serbia's second-largest city. Explore the Austro-Hungarian old town and its ancient fortifications on a guided tour, or opt for a leisurely walk around the city with your Adventure Host. Overnight, 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. Attend an onboard lecture to learn about the rich history and culture of the Balkan states. Spend your free afternoon exploring Knez Mihailova Street, a lively pedestrian thoroughfare filled with cafes, shops, and cultural spots. Overnight, cruise to Golubač.

Today, 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. Overnight, cruise to Vidin.

Join a guided sightseeing tour to Baba Vida Fortress in Vidin, followed by a tour of Belogradchik. Marvel at the remarkable rock formations on the western slopes of the Balkan Mountains. Alternatively, discover the proud history of Bulgarian winemaking with a tour and tasting at a local winery. Overnight, 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 Bulgaria's largest inland port and visit its impressive Holy Trinity Church. In the evening, enjoy a Bulgarian folklore show onboard. Overnight, cruise to Oltenita.

Disembark your ship in Oltenita and transfer to Bucharest. Take a guided tour of the Romanian capital, known for its tree-lined boulevards and the Arc de Triomphe. After the visit, drive to Brasov for the night.

Enjoy a guided tour of Brasov, known for its gothic, baroque, and renaissance architecture. In the evening, depart for Bran Castle, famously associated with the Dracula legend. Take a guided tour of the castle, followed by a dinner in this unique location.

Visit Peles Castle, the former summer residence of the royal family. 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, discovering its trendy shops, cafés, museums, beautiful homes, and churches along Victory Avenue.

Your unforgettable Eastern European adventure comes to an end. After breakfast, prepare for your onward journey. We hope you leave with fond memories and new friendships, and we look forward to welcoming you again on your next adventure.