Enchantment of Eastern Europe - Rousse – Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanasi (Start Budapest, End Bucharest)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 9-day journey through the heart of Eastern Europe, exploring its rich history, vibrant cultures, and stunning landscapes. This multi-day tour takes you from the lively city of Budapest, through the Great Hungarian Plain, to the medieval fortresses of Bulgaria, and finally to the bustling city of Bucharest. Along the way, you'll enjoy traditional performances, visit historic sites, taste local wines, and even meet local families. With comfortable accommodation on a luxurious Emerald Cruises Star-Ship, delicious meals, and a variety of activities and excursions, this tour offers an unforgettable travel experience.
Included
8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
Airport transfers outside Australia are included
1 night in a hotel in Bucharest
7 nights on board an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship
Emerald Destiny: Owner's Suite ,Grand Suite ,Emerald Panorama Suite ,Emerald Stateroom
The services of an Emerald Cruises cruise director and Bucharest tour director
Port taxes and charges
All tipping and gratuities
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
Guided walking tour of Osijek Fortress
Guided tour of Belgrade
Visit to Lepenski Vir archaeological site and museum
Visit to a local vineyard with wine tasting & a visit to Baba Vida Fortress
Tour of Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi
Guided drive through Bucharest with a visit to the Spring Palace
EmeraldPLUS
Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board
Puszta horse show
Serbian folklore evening show on board
Choir concert in Arbanasi
EmeraldACTIVE
Guide bike tour in Belgrade
Guided hike to Belogradchick Fortress
Guided hike to Ivanovo Church
Map
Attractions
Lepenski vir
Ovcara Memorial Center
Révbéri Equestrian Center
Kretzulescu Palace
Baba Vida Fortress
Hungarian Railway Museum
Serbian Orthodox Church Museum
Fortress "Castra Martis"
Belgrade Fortress
Palace of the ParliamentDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Budapest
- Budapest - Arrival day
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- Hungarian Railway Museum
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Welcome to Budapest, the 'Pearl on the Danube'. Upon arrival at the airport, you'll be transferred to your luxurious Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. Spend the afternoon exploring this vibrant city at your own pace. As the evening falls, enjoy an authentic Hungarian folklore show on board, followed by a traditional dinner.
Day 2 – Day 2: Discovering Kalocsa
Day 2: Discovering Kalocsa
- Révbéri Equestrian Center
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Today, we'll arrive in Kalocsa, a city renowned for its vibrant paprika festivals. Venture to the Puszta, or Great Hungarian Plain, for a traditional performance showcasing the exceptional equestrian skills of the Magyar cowboys. In the evening, relax and mingle with your fellow guests during the welcome dinner & reception.
Day 3 – Day 3: Exploring Osijek
- Grad Vukovar
- Osijek
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- Ovcara Memorial Center
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Today, we'll drive to the historic university town of Osijek, full of leafy boulevards and promenades. Learn more about Croatia and the daily life of locals, before embarking on a walk around Osijek Fortress, nestled in the centre of the romantic old town. Enjoy a home-hosted lunch with a Croatian family, getting to know the local culture and customs.
Day 4 – Day 4: Unveiling Belgrade
- Belgrade
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- Serbian Orthodox Church Museum
- Belgrade Fortress
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The capital of Serbia, Belgrade, awaits you today. A city tour will introduce you to the highlights of one of Europe's oldest cities, including the impressive Belgrade Fortress. In the evening, unwind in the Horizon Lounge with a traditional Serbian folklore show providing spectacular entertainment.
Day 5 – Day 5: Journey to Donji Milanovac
- Golubats
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- Lepenski vir
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Today, we'll visit the town of Donji Milanovac in eastern Serbia. You'll have the opportunity to visit the Palaeolithic site of Lepenski Vir, an archaeological site with a history spanning more than 8 millennia. The day ends as we sail through the Iron Gates, a picturesque narrow gorge that meanders between the Carpathian Mountains and the European Alps.
Day 6 – Day 6: Vidin's Viticulture
- Vidin
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- Baba Vida Fortress
- Fortress "Castra Martis"
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This morning, we'll arrive in Vidin, a beautiful town in north-west Bulgaria, renowned for its wine production. Your included tour will introduce you to the best of Vidin's viticulture, as you stroll through a local vineyard and enjoy a tasting session of their produce. Later, venture to Baba Vida, a medieval fortress whose name can be translated to mean 'Granny Vida'.
Day 7 – Day 7: Rousse, Veliko Tarnovo, and Arbanasi
- Veliko Tarnovo
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Today, your Star-Ship will cruise into Rousse, where you'll have the opportunity to visit Veliko Tarnovo, the former capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, and Arbanasi, a village perched on a high plateau overlooking the Yantra River. Enjoy a guided tour of these historic sites and a choir concert in Arbanasi. Tonight, your crew will welcome you on board for a farewell dinner.
Day 8 – Day 8: Bucharest Bound
- Giurgiu
- Bucharest
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- Kretzulescu Palace
- Palace of the Parliament
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This morning, we drive towards Bucharest, passing through the Romanian city of Giurgiu. Visit the Spring Palace, the private residence of Nicolae Ceausescu, before enjoying free time to explore the city at leisure. Learn about Bucharest's vibrant history on a guided coach tour, passing by the Palace of Parliament. Settle into your hotel in the evening and consider going for a stroll down one of the city's wide avenues or leafy boulevards.
Day 9 – Day 9: Departure from Bucharest
- Bucharest - Departure day
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After breakfast, it's time to say farewell to your fellow guests and transfer to the airport. As you depart, take with you the unforgettable memories of the Great Hungarian Plain, medieval fortresses, and the vibrant city life of Bucharest.
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