Grand European (4 Star Hotels)

Your journey begins in Bucharest, Romania's vibrant capital. Upon arrival at the airport, look for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. At around 7pm, join an informal welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers. After receiving all the necessary information about the tour, head out for an optional group dinner around 8:15pm and explore the streets of Bucharest. Overnight stay will be at the 4-star Hotel Mercure Unirii or similar.

Today, we bid farewell to Romania and embark on our journey to Veliko Tarnavo, the City of the Tsars in Bulgaria. Uncover the vast history and gems including Tsareverts Fortress and the Holy Forty Martyrs Church before moving on to Plovdiv. Overnight stay will be at the 4-star Best Western Premier Plovdiv Hills or similar.

After a substantial breakfast, we make our way to the Serbian capital, Belgrade. With stunning views over the Danube and Sava rivers by the mighty medieval Belgrade Fortress, head to the heart of the capital. Starting off at the vibrant shopping street, Knez Mihailova, filled with cafes, shops, and charming sites, kick off the walking tour to discover the incredible landmarks Belgrade has in store. Overnight stay will be at the 4-star Abba Hotel or similar.

Next stop is Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina's capital. It is where the Western and Eastern Roman Empire split and where people of many nations and religions met, lived and warred. You can still see many reminders of the Yugoslav War in bullet holes and cannon marks all around town. Though, still an oriental beauty with a unique twist, and a delight to discover on your walking tour in the old town. Overnight stay will be at the 4-star Hotel Ibis Styles or similar.

Get ready for a long day at Dubrovnik, the 'Pearl of the Adriatic'! With its well-preserved majestic walls encircling the whole town and its sea of terra-cotta roof tiles, the whole town is an amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site. We start off with a guided walking tour of the Old Town and marvel at the millennial history of this fairy-like town. In the evening, we return to Trebinje for a good night's rest. Overnight stay will be at the 4-star Hotel Central Park or similar.

Next stop is Montenegro! Arrive in Kotor after a scenic drive and meet its calming natural beauty and characteristic architecture. Following a walking tour of the old town with your expert local guide and some free time, we depart for Albania, which is our final destination for the day. Shkoder is one of the most authentic cities in Albania. Overnight stay will be at the 5-star Grand Hotel Europa or similar.

Hit the road after breakfast! A panoramic city tour of Tirana will introduce the best preserved and most beautiful samples of Albanian architecture, and drop us off at the town centre for some free time to discover the bustling Skenderbeg square. In the afternoon, continue towards Ohrid, Macedonia and check-in to your comfy hotel. Overnight stay will be at the 4-star Hotel Aqualina or similar.

Start off the day with a guided city tour of Old Ohrid hosting hundreds of chapels and churches scattered all around. In the afternoon travel to Skopje, the capital of Macedonia, for the night. Overnight stay will be at the 4-star Hotel Next Door or similar.

Are you ready to say goodbye to the Balkans and fly to Berlin, Germany's capital city? Upon arrival enjoy some free time to explore the city's famous landmarks at your own leisure. Overnight stay will be at a 4-star hotel in Berlin or similar.

Embark on a picturesque morning journey from Prague to the charming city of Regensburg in Germany. Take your time to leisurely explore the enchanting delights of Regensburg, situated along the scenic Danube River. Later on, ride to Munich and take a moment's rest to fuel up for a full day in Munich packed with popular sights. Overnight stay will be at the 4-star Holiday Inn Munchen Sud or Tulip Inn Munchen Messe or similar.

Embark on a scenic journey from Munich to Salzburg, a captivating city cradled amidst the breathtaking Austrian Alps. Take a guided tour through the highlights of Salzburg and acquaint yourself with the city's myriad attractions. Later, we proceed towards Vienna. Overnight stay will be at the 4-star Eventhotel Pyramide or Austria Trend Hotel Ananas or similar.

Today, after a delicious breakfast at the hotel, your unforgettable Central Europe & Balkans & Transylvania tour comes to an end. Bid farewell to your fellow travelers and the magnificent Europe until next time!