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Amazing Balkans and Transylvania (4 Star Hotels)

16 days
From Bucharest 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 4 - 40
Age range 18 to 59
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Highlights

  • Explore Bucharest's historic landmarks
  • Visit Dracula's Castle in Transylvania
  • Tour the medieval city of Sighisoara
  • Discover the salt mines of Turda
  • Walk through the old town of Mostar

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Bucharest
  2. Day 2 Bucharest City Tour
  3. Day 3 Bucharest, Sinaia, Bran, Brasov
  4. Day 4 Brasov, Sighisoara, Cluj-Napoca
  5. Day 5 Cluj-Napoca, Salina Turda, Hunedeoara, Sibiu
  6. Day 6 Sibiu, Bucharest
  7. Day 7 Bucharest, Veliko Tarnavo, Plovdiv
  8. Day 8 Plovdiv, Sofia
  9. Day 9 Sofia, Belgrade
  10. Day 10 Belgrade, Sarajevo
  11. Day 11 Sarajevo, Mostar,Trebinje
  12. Day 12 Trebinje, Dubrovnik, Trebinje
  13. Day 13 Trebinje, Kotor, Shkoder
  14. Day 14 Shkoder, Tirana, Ohrid
  15. Day 15 Ohrid, Skopje
  16. Day 16 Skopje, Sofia
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Operated by

Travel Talk

Number of tours

158

Age Range

18 to 60 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

100%

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Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Good
    4.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.5
  • 4.7
  • SC
    · July 28th, 2023
    Everything was great! We received a lot of information and was helped at every step of the way. The tour guides were fun and welcoming and encouraged our tour group to work together like a family, and that we did. Unforgettable experience!
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    Trip date: July 2023
  • Amazing Balkans and Transylvania (4 Star Hotels) reviewer 2
    · August 23rd, 2022
    All was good enjoyed the Travel
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    Travel Talk commented on this review
    Glad to hear you enjoyed your trip to the Balkans & Transylvania with us, thanks for sharing your feedback :)
    Trip date: August 2022
  • XZ
    · June 15th, 2022
    the tour is very well organized, iternary is really good. Just the number of people in the group exceeds the max number indicated when booked it.
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    Travel Talk commented on this review
    Thanks for taking the time to leave your review and comments. We're glad to hear nonetheless that you had a great time in the Balkans with us!
    Trip date: May 2022
  • Amazing Balkans and Transylvania (4 Star Hotels) reviewer 4
    · May 23rd, 2022
    Unprofessional , won’t do again
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    Travel Talk commented on this review
    Hi Yan, thank you for your review, we value all our customer’s feedback to deliver the best service to our passengers as possible. If you could please send your full query to our Customer Service team on info@traveltalktours.com , one of our Customer... Show more
    Trip date: May 2022

Dates & Availability

16 days
Amazing Balkans and Transylvania (4 Star Hotels)
From Bucharest to Sofia

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What our customers ask about this tour

The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
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  • A

    Adam

    Asked on April 22nd, 2025

    Is the tour suitable for travelers over 59 years old?

    Age Range
    Tour Details
    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten April 2025

      While our advertised age range is up to 59, we do occasionally make exceptions depending on the tour and group dynamics. We can check if we can accommodate your booking by matching you with another passenger of a similar age in a shared room.

  • W

    Wendy

    Asked on March 22nd, 2025

    Can you please explain why we'll not go inside Peles Castle on Day 3?

    Tour Details
    • W

      Wendy

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      Can you please clarify if we are actually going inside Corvin Castle and Brukenthal Palace?

    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten March 2025

      Unfortunately, access to the interior of Peles Castle is not possible due to restrictions in place. However, we will still have the opportunity to admire its stunning neo-Renaissance architecture and scenic surroundings in the Carpathian Mountains. Yes, you will be going inside Corvin Castle as part of the visit. Regarding Brukenthal Palace, it is part of the Sibiu sightseeing tour, but there is no mention of going inside.

    • W

      Wendy

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      Will we be actually going into Bran Castle? Or are we just looking at it from outside?

    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten March 2025

      Yes, you will be going inside Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle). The itinerary mentions 'Entrance Fees: Dracula Castle Bran – EUR 8.5,' which confirms that entry is included as part of the tour.

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    Barbara

    Asked on March 10th, 2025

    Could you tell me the arrival and departure dates and best times (for the 24 May to 8 June option), so that I can confirm the dates with my employer? Also, are there any further coupons/special deals that you could add? Also, considering this would be summer time, would the hotels be air-conditioned?

    Accommodation
    Price / Availability
    Tour Details
    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten March 2025

      Your dates are Sat 24 May 2025 - Sun 8 Jun 2025. Unfortunately we do not have extra discounts or coupons to add to the offer already applied to your booking. All hotels may not be air-conditioned yet in May. Most hotels switch to air-conditioning in mid-June/July to August.

    • B

      Barbara

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      Could you also let me know what arrival/departure times should I choose for my flights? I see that the airport transfer is not mentioned for the last day. Is that a missed detail?

    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten March 2025

      On arrival at the hotel around 7pm, have an informal welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travellers. Check in is at 2pm therefore you can arrive any time between. At the end the tour ends around 6pm, therefore you can arrange a flight after 9PM.

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      Barbara

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      Please also confirm regarding the Sofia airport drop. Does the trip end directly at the airport?

    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten March 2025

      The airport transfer is not included at the end of the tour. The tour concludes in Sofia, in front of the hotel Novotel. Therefore you will need to arrange it independently.

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    Jonathan

    Asked on February 3rd, 2025

    Do you provide invitation letter for my husband to complete his Romania tour visa application

    Visa
    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten February 2025

      Unfortunately, we do not provide invitation letters for visa applications. We recommend checking with the Romanian embassy or consulate for alternative documentation requirements.

    • J

      Jonathan

      TravelerWritten February 2025

      Then do you know of any tour agency who are doing this invitation letter

    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten February 2025

      Unfortunately we are unable to assist.

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    Justin

    Asked on January 6th, 2025

    We are a healthy 67 year old couple. Unfortunately since I have asked the question several times with no response, makes us wonder how well you run your company

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    Tour Details
    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten January 2025

      We welcome travelers of all ages on our tours! While we do not have strict age restrictions, we offer the following guidelines for comfort and convenience: • Travelers aged 18–59 can book without any additional considerations. • For passengers outside this age range traveling alone, we recommend adding a single supplement for added comfort and privacy throughout the tour. • For couples or those traveling with a companion, regular shared accommodations can be booked without the need for a single supplement.

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    Gillian

    Asked on December 31st, 2024

    What are the age ranges of travelers on this tour?

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    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten December 2024

      Most of our travelers are between the ages of 18 and 40.

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    Ruth

    Asked on December 27th, 2024

    How strict are you with the age requirement, we will be 68 with no issues.

    Age Range
    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten December 2024

      We might be flexible depending on tour & departure date, so we will be happy to confirm you on that tour as long as you are happy with the itinerary.

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    Jan

    Asked on November 28th, 2024

    How many seats are already booked in this tour departure 29 March 2025? Is 29 March 2025 a GUARANTEED DEPARTURE?

    Group size
    Tour Details
    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten November 2024

      We're pleased to confirm that the departure on Saturday, 29 March 2025 is a guaranteed departure, with 12 passengers already booked.

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    Eduard

    Asked on October 24th, 2024

    What meals are included in the tour?

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    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten October 2024

      The tour includes 15 breakfasts, and several meals can be purchased at local prices.

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    Annette

    Asked on October 1st, 2024

    Can you please confirm we are dropped at Sofia airport and what time do I can book flights.

    Flights / Transfers
    Tour Details
    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten October 2024

      Please note that the tour does not include an airport drop-off on the last day. However, you will be dropped off in front of the Novotel Hotel in Sofia, where you can arrange your own transfer to the airport.

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      Annette

      TravelerWritten October 2024

      What time do we get back to the Novotel Hotel in Sofia? What time should I book my flight?

    • Travel TalkOperatorWritten October 2024

      You will be dropped off at the Novotel Hotel around noon. While the hotel stay for that night is not included, the drop-off point is chosen for your convenience as it's a central location and a practical starting point for your departure arrangements.

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Tour ID: 222594

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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

    Type C
    Albania, Bosnia, Macedonia, Serbia and Montenegro
    Type E
    Albania, Bosnia, Macedonia, Serbia and Montenegro
    Type F
    Albania, Bosnia, Macedonia, Serbia and Montenegro
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Serbia, Romania and Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia, Romania and Montenegro. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania and Croatia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bosnia, Bulgaria and Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Travel Talk will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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