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The Best of Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria

12 days
From Belgrade to Sofia
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 24
Age range 12 to 85
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Highlights

  • Take a cruise on Danube and Sava and see the Belgrade fortress
  • Travel through time as you seek Bram Stoker's inspiration of Count Dracula
  • Visit a complex of rock-hewn churches and monasteries in Ivanovo, Bulgaria
  • Be shocked by the Skull Tower in Niš and see the birthplace of Constantine

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Belgrade
  2. Day 2 Vibrant Capital of Serbia
  3. Day 3 Treasures of Vojvodina
  4. Day 4 Banat to Transylvania
  5. Day 5 Transylvania Unveiled
  6. Day 6 The Castles of Transylvania
  7. Day 7 From Vineyards to Capital
  8. Day 8 "The Little Paris"
  9. Day 9 Introduction to Bulgaria
  10. Day 10 Traditions and Craftsmanship
  11. Day 11 Sofia's Cultural Fusion
  12. Day 12 Farewell, Sofia
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Number of tours

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Age Range

12 to 90 years old

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    4.9
  • Guide
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    4.9
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    4.7
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  • The Best of Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria reviewer 1
    · October 18th, 2024
    This was a comprehensive tour of Serbia, Romania, and Bulgaria arranged very efficiently by Balkan&more, especially Ivona. All the arrangements went through smoothly, and our guide Igor and driver Zika were very professional and competent, and very friendly and nice too! They all took good care of us and we are very happy with the services received. We definitely recommend Balkan&more for any travel arrangements in the Balkans. We enjoyed every moment!
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    Dear Rowena, thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re absolutely delighted that you enjoyed your tour of Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria, and it’s wonderful to hear that everything went smoothly. Igor, and Zika will be so happy to know their... Show more
    Trip date: October 2024
  • Z
    · October 16th, 2024
    The tour itinerary was really good and the guide and driver were very patient and kind. The hotels were good but the tour company could have considered alternatives, specially in Belgrade, where there is only 1 elevator which allows only 2 people to travel in it at one time. Not very useful.
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    Balkan and more commented on this review
    Dear Madhu, thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and that our guide and driver made a positive impression. We appreciate your comments about the hotels, and will definitely take your suggestion into consideration for... Show more
    Trip date: October 2024
  • The Best of Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria reviewer 3
    · October 16th, 2024
    It was a very interesting and fun tour and we would like to thank our guide Igor who was very knowledgeable, organized, caring and thoughtful. We also thank our driver Zika for keeping us safe.
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    Balkan and more commented on this review
    Dear Hercila, thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the tour both interesting and fun. Igor and Zika will be delighted to know that their knowledge, care, and efforts made a positive impact on your experience! We... Show more
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    Trip date: October 2024
  • A
    · October 14th, 2024
    Great tour ! So much information to appreciate !
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    Balkan and more commented on this review
    Dear Traveller, thank you for the lovely review! We greatly appreciate your kind words, and are more than happy to hear that you were satisfied with your trip through the Balkans! Safe travels from the Balkan&more team!
    Trip date: October 2024
  • JH
    · April 13th, 2024
    My trip was wonderful! I wasn’t expecting to be on a private tour, so I was surprised about that. I had been looking forward to meeting other people on the tour. But my guide, Dejan, was fabulous! He has a wealth of knowledge about everywhere that we went. I felt totally comfortable being with just one person for 10 days, which at first, I was a little concerned about. I felt like I was with an old friend. My contact at Tour Radar, Aleksandra, was wonderful to work with. I had a lot of questions at times, and she was friendly and quick to return my messages. I would defiantly recommend this trip, and also using Tour Radar!
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    Balkan and more commented on this review
    Dear Joan, thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your trip exceeded your expectations, even with the surprise of a private tour. It's wonderful to know that Dejan provided such exceptional guidance and made you feel... Show more
    Trip date: March 2024
  • The Best of Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria reviewer 6
    · August 4th, 2023
    It was interesting, well organized tour . Everything that was promised was done. Thank you to Ivonne for creating this tour and tour guide Bosko for providing the tour.
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    Balkan and more commented on this review
    Dear Lyubov, Thank you for sharing your travel experience! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your trip! We hope to hear from you in the future. Best regards from the entire team!
    Trip date: July 2023
  • PB
    · June 7th, 2023
    The whole experience was very well run with the...
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    Balkan and more commented on this review
    Dear Peri, thank you! We are very excited to know you have enjoyed our tour and our guide's company! It is always a pleasure to know that we have succeeded to provide a wonderful experience to our clients! Best regards from our team and from Teo... Show more
    Trip date: May 2023
  • JK
    · August 22nd, 2022
    My wife and I enjoyed a wonderful 16 day tour...
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    Balkan and more commented on this review
    Dear Jonathan, thank you for your great review! It is always such a pleasure to hear that our clients loved and enjoyed our tour! We'll stay on course and keep doing what we believe we know best - providing a wonderful experience to all our travelers!... Show more
    Trip date: August 2022

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The Best of Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria
From Belgrade to Sofia

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  • J

    Josephine

    Asked on April 6th, 2025

    Please list exactly what buildings we will tour not just see or passby

    Tour Details
    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten April 2025

      Entrance tickets included in the tour price: - Temple of Saint Sava, Kruštedol Monastery, 'Astra' National Museum Complex, Bran Castle, Peleș Castle, Damascena Complex with rose water and rakija tasting

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    Veronica

    Asked on March 31st, 2025

    I would like to share a room for this trip despite travelling by myself

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    Single supplement
    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten April 2025

      Sadly, we don't offer room sharing on our guaranteed departures. The only possibility for solo travelers is to book with a single supplement.

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    Hannes

    Asked on February 17th, 2025

    Can special dietary needs be accommodated during meals?

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    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, please inform us of any food restrictions to ensure the best catering options.

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    Kylie

    Asked on February 17th, 2025

    Can I request a private room?

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    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, private rooms can be requested for an additional charge known as a single supplement.

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    Beth

    Asked on January 20th, 2025

    Are vegan meals available on this tour? We are three people traveling and interested in vegan food options.

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    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten January 2025

      Vegan meal options are available throughout the tour. We have shared tours departing on 18th April 2026, but children must be at least 12 years old. We offer Standard Package (4-star hotels) and Superior Package (4-star and 5-star hotels).

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      Beth

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      If we potentially adopt another child, would it be easy to add them to the tour itinerary? Our flying in and out locations seem different, can you help with that?

    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten January 2025

      Adding an additional room should not be a problem. We need information at least a month in advance if another person is joining. We can try to hold the additional room with hotels. Our ticketing department can help with flight arrangements.

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    Clare

    Asked on January 19th, 2025

    Any chance you run this tour during Christmas/ New Year?

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    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten January 2025

      Shared tours are available March - October, however this tour runs all year around on private basis.

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      Clare

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      Is it possible to make the tour semi private to optimise the cost?

    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten January 2025

      Our shared departures sadly end in November so the only possible option is to do it as a private tour. It is due to weather conditions here in the Balkans.

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    Leanne

    Asked on November 15th, 2024

    Could you please tell me how the quality of the hotels most importantly the rooms and bathrooms are in the Standard Package? I am a single solo female traveller needing a private room (willing to pay the Single Supplement). I have travelled to Western Europe before but not to Eastern Europe. Is it possible to give an approx number of people who would be travelling on my selected date?

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    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten November 2024

      Our Standard 4-star hotels are carefully chosen, offering modern amenities, great facilities, and prime locations within the cities we visit. The rooms are very comfortable, with stylish and well-maintained bathrooms that provide a pleasant experience for our guests. As you are opting for the single supplement, you will certainly have your own private room, ensuring your comfort and privacy throughout the tour. For our March departures, we anticipate a small, friendly group of travelers, typically ranging from 4 to 12 persons.

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      Leanne

      TravelerWritten November 2024

      Are there any tours which include Hungary and Romania both? I could not find them on your website. Is there any possibility that I can visit the Merry Cemetery with your company? I am a solo traveller who prefers to go in a group. Will we be taken inside Pele Castle during off season?

    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten November 2024

      Currently, we do not offer shared group tours that cover both Hungary and Romania together. However, we can customize an itinerary that combines a private and shared basis and includes both countries. I can confirm that entry tickets to Pele Castle are always included, even during the off-season. Unfortunately, visiting the Merry Cemetery would not be possible as part of our shared tours, as it lies quite far off our standard routes.

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    Carina

    Asked on November 7th, 2024

    How many travelers are in a typical group?

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    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten November 2024

      Our typical group sizes range from 6 to 16 travelers to ensure a more personalized experience.

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    Sonja

    Asked on October 26th, 2024

    Is there a single supplement charge for solo travelers?

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    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten October 2024

      Yes, solo travelers incur a single supplement charge, which varies based on room type.

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    Nancy

    Asked on October 11th, 2024

    Are multiple airport transfers available on arrival?

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    • Balkan and moreOperatorWritten October 2024

      Multiple airport transfers are included at no additional cost, regardless of arrival times.

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Tour ID: 199307

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria, Serbia and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria and Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria, Serbia and Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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