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- Balkan Heritage From Dracula's Castle to Ancient Athens - Small Group Tour
- From Bucharest to Istanbul Balkan Discovery & Greece Tour 1 FLIGHT INCLUDED - Small Group Tour
- 14 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest with Transylvania
- 9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Budapest
- Treasures of the Balkans (Classic)
- 9 days Balkans Experience from Bucharest to Budapest (4* Hotels)
- 14 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest
- Balkan Capitals (19 destinations)
- Treasures of the Balkans (Small Groups)
- Balkan Capitals (23 destinations)
Balkan Heritage From Dracula's Castle to Ancient Athens - Small Group Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Every stop was unforgettable. We especially loved the beautiful monasteries of Meteora and the charming towns we visited.”
Harley, traveled in August
This 11-day, 6-country tour covers 1,200km through Eastern Europe, starting at Bucharest's Revolution Square and Romanian Atheneum. A luxury bus connects Sofia, Skopje, and Prizren, continuing to Athens via Meteora's UNESCO-listed monasteries. Three to four-star hotels provide daily breakfast.
Duration 11 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Greece Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Ajdinis From
- NZ$4,464
From Bucharest to Istanbul Balkan Discovery & Greece Tour 1 FLIGHT INCLUDED - Small Group Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
The route winds from Bucharest's Revolution Square and Old Town through Eastern Europe, covering 1,200km. Highlights include Sofia's Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Skopje's Kale Fortress, culminating with a Bosphorus cruise in Istanbul. Transportation combines luxury bus travel and a flight from Sofia to Istanbul.
Duration 13 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Greece, Turkey Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Ajdinis From
- NZ$5,643
14 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest with Transylvania
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a small group, only 7 of us, so travelling was done in a comfortable van as opposed to a big bus.”
Tracy, traveled in September
A circular Balkan route radiates from Bucharest through 8 countries, featuring the Devetàshka cave, Krushúna Falls, and crossing the Danube to Bulgaria. The 230km path leads to Lovech, through Sofia, Rila, returning via Transylvania's Peles Castle and Bran Castle.
Duration 14 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia, Hungary Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Guided Europe Tours SRL From
- NZ$2,542
9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Budapest
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I love Europe, I will do it again and again.”
Angela, traveled in September
The Balkan odyssey commences in Bucharest, covering 2,180km through 8 countries over 9 days. The route takes in Bulgaria's Veliko Tarnovo, Macedonia's Lake Ohrid, and Montenegro's Bay of Kotor before reaching Budapest. Daily drives average 242km with comfortable air-conditioned transport.
Duration 9 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia, Hungary Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Trip2ro From
- NZ$2,034
This multi-country tour covers 16 cities across 8 Balkan nations, from Bucharest's Parliament Palace to Belgrade. A luxury coach with double legroom crosses the Carpathian Mountains, Danube and Drina rivers. Highlights include Bran Castle, Veliko Tarnovo's Tsarevets Fortress, and Sarajevo's Tunnel of Hope.
Duration 16 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia, Bosnia, Serbia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From $9,392
9% Off- NZ$8,505You save $888
9 days Balkans Experience from Bucharest to Budapest (4* Hotels)
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Fantastic excellent guides/drivers who were professional friendly and caring to us.”
constantinos, traveled in September
The Balkan circuit flows from Bucharest across the Danube into Bulgaria's Devetàshka cave and Krushúna Falls to Lovech. The 2360km route through 8 countries includes Sofia, Rila Monastery, concluding in Budapest via Novi Sad.
Duration 9 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia, Hungary Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Guided Europe Tours SRL From
9% Off- NZ$2,031
14 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour is very interesting and covers wide range of countries and interests that I could not find another tour to do the same.”
Siu, traveled in May
The Balkan expedition departs Bucharest, spanning 3180km across 8 countries. Air-conditioned coaches transport visitors to UNESCO sites like Rila Monastery and Kotor's Old Town, with 4-5 hour daily drives between major cities including Sofia, Skopje, and Budapest.
Duration 14 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia, Hungary Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Trip2ro From
9% Off- NZ$2,542
Balkan Capitals (19 destinations)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great itinerary, you get to see so much in such a short amount of time. Loved the tour!”
Crystal, traveled in February
Duration 13 days Destinations Romania, Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, Macedonia, Greece Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
9% Off- NZ$3,978
The 980-mile route through 8 countries showcases Bucharest's Parliament Palace before heading to Brasov via the Carpathian Mountains. A luxury coach carries visitors across the Danube into Bulgaria, continuing through Montenegro's Bay of Kotor and Bosnia's historic capitals before reaching Belgrade.
Duration 16 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia, Bosnia, Serbia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From
9% Off- NZ$11,349
Starting in Bucharest with Palace of Parliament tour, journey spans 2,500km through 8 countries. Crosses Carpathian Mountains to Transylvania, winds through Belgrade and Sarajevo, follows Adriatic coast to Dubrovnik, and concludes in Athens after exploring Meteora monasteries.
Duration 13 days Destinations Romania, Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, Macedonia, Greece Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
9% Off- NZ$4,828
What people love about Europe Tours from Bucharest
- Balkan Heritage From Dracula's Castle to Ancient Athens - Small Group Tour
My wife and I had an amazing time on this Balkan Heritage tour! From the fascinating Dracula’s Castle in Romania to the ancient wonders of Athens, every stop was unforgettable. We especially loved the beautiful monasteries of Meteora and the charming towns we visited. The guides were knowledgeable and made the experience even better. It was a perfect trip for us, and we would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and immersive adventure!
- 14 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest with Transylvania
My mother and I just took a modified, 23-day version of Guided Europe Tours' 21-day Balkans tour. Just returned from this tour and it was extremely good with several excellent points and a couple of weaker ones. If possible, I would give it 4.5 stars overall. Tour organization George, the company owner, was great at listening to what changes we wanted and organized the trip well. Because this is a small company, they are very attentive to detail. The only (mild) negative point is that communication can be slow, again because it's a small company--I would simply recommend letting people know this from the outset and explaining that while replies may take a few days, the operator is responsible and reliable. Tour experience Vlad, our driver/guide, made the trip go very smoothly. In addition to driving skills that ensured we were completely relaxed regardless of road, traffic, or weather conditions, his English is excellent, his knowledge of the region is broad, and he has a sense of humor. On most days, he was very patient and made the longer drives more enjoyable with stories and conversation. He also made a few stops that were not on the original itinerary after consulting with us, and these were generally excellent--smaller. less-crowded sites for walks, stretches, or seeing something we particularly enjoyed. George found local tour guides for us in several of the cities outside Romania. Most were very good and a couple were excellent (particularly in Ohrid). Only one of them was not good--seemed to have no interest in his own city of Tirana--but all were on time despite our arriving from off-site locations with unpredictable driving times, and with that exception the rest were knowledgeable and open to questions. We learned a lot about the various countries we were lucky to be able to visit. Hotels were also generally very good--comfortable, clean, with nice touches and good breakfasts, friendly personnel, and attention to detail. There were two exceptions--the room in the hotel in Lovech was visibly not clean (although common areas were clean and breakfast was good), and the hotel by the airport for our last night was not good--electrical outlets, lights, ventilation, etc. were broken--but we were only there for a few hours anyway.
That was an awesome tour, I highly recommend. I love Europe, I will do it again and again. Thanks George for everything.
9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Budapest
What our customers ask about Europe Tours from Bucharest
What are the most popular first stops after starting in Bucharest?
The journey from Bucharest typically leads into Transylvania's heartland beginning with Sinaia and Bran. These routes take travelers through the grand Peles Castle and the mysterious Bran Castle (known as Dracula's Castle) before moving on to the medieval cities of Brasov or Sighisoara. Visitors often spend their first night at accommodation options like the Peakture Hotel Bucharest or Mercure Bucharest Unirii. As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "The journey through Transylvania offered stunning scenery crossing the Carpathian Mountains and lush forests."
What major landmarks can I explore in Bucharest at the start of these tours?
Bucharest's essential sites include the imposing Palace of Parliament Revolution Square the elegant Romanian Athenaeum and the historic Old Town featuring Manuc's Inn and Old Princely Court. Most itineraries begin with a guided city tour of these key locations. The Mercure Bucharest City Center and DoubleTree by Hilton Bucharest serve as popular starting points allowing easy access to the city's main attractions before departing for other destinations.
How many countries can I typically visit on tours starting from Bucharest?
Tours originating in Bucharest generally encompass 5-8 Balkan nations. Common routes connect Romania Bulgaria Macedonia Albania Bosnia-Herzegovina Montenegro Serbia and occasionally extend to Hungary or Greece. The Balkan Heritage tour spans 7 countries across 13 days while the Amazing Balkans tour covers 6 nations providing broad regional exposure.
What are the main historical sites visited on tours departing from Bucharest?
Key historical destinations include the legendary Bran Castle the ornate Peles Castle in Sinaia the massive Palace of Parliament and Revolution Square in Bucharest. Beyond Romania travelers explore Bulgaria's Belogradchik Fortress Belgrade's Kalemegdan Fortress and Dubrovnik's Old Town. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The Romanian castles (Bran Peles and Corvin) and beautiful town of Sibiu were highlights of the journey."
What's the typical length of multi-day tours starting in Bucharest?
Most tours range between 8 and 19 days with many itineraries falling in the 14-17 day range. The "Splendours of Balkans and Transylvania" extends to 17 days while the "Balkan's Route" offers a focused 9-day experience. One TourRadar traveler notes: "The trip has a great itinerary covering everything from unknown small towns and castles in Transylvania to stunning coastal views."
What's the best time of year to start a Bucharest tour?
The main travel window spans May through September with peak activity in summer months. Spring and fall (April-May and September-October) offer milder temperatures and smaller crowds. Tour departure data shows April May and July as the busiest months with temperatures typically ranging from 20-30°C (68-86°F).
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