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Along the Danube, the Balkan peninsula and Budapest (from Bucharest to Budapest)

12 days
From Bucharest to Budapest
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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
Age range 1 to 99
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Highlights

  • Explore Predeal, Romania's highest city
  • Tour Sighisoara's UNESCO-listed medieval town
  • Visit Bran Castle, the legendary Dracula's home
  • Discover Peles Castle and Sinaia Monastery
  • Experience Bucharest, the 'Little Paris'

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Bucarest - Predeal (Romania)
  2. Day 2 Predeal - Sighisoara - Brasov - Predeal
  3. Day 3 Predeal - Sibiu - Sibiel - Bran - Predeal
  4. Day 4 Predeal - Sinaia - OLTENITA
  5. Day 5 CERNAVODA - Danube-Black Sea Canal - CONSTANTA (Romania)
  6. Day 6 CERNAVODA - OLTENITA - Bucharest - RUSE (Bulgaria)
  7. Day 7 RUSE (Bulgaria)
  8. Day 8 RUSE
  9. Day 9 The Iron Gates
  10. Day 10 BELGRADE - NOVI SAD (Serbia)
  11. Day 11 OSIJEK (Croatia) - MOHACS (Hungaria)
  12. Day 12 BUDAPEST
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Number of tours

552

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

92%

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Customer Reviews

  • RJ
    · June 2nd, 2025
    The actual cruise on the Danube was fantastic and would have given five stars only for what happened to us in Romania. The staff on the cruise ship were amazing I still remember all their names and can only say that the entire crew were doing everything possible to make sure that we had the best possible experience anyone could have. My problems started with the first pick up at the airport and we were told a 2.30pm pickup for 3pm departure. We were there at the pickup station at 1.40pm. We waited till 2.05pm and started asking people around if they were on the same cruise could not find anyone. At 2.30pm rang the emergency contact and they got the bus to return for us. I’m most concerned that the tour guide was aware of this problem by another seven passengers and still decided to leave the airport without contacting us or waiting for the correct departure time as first indicated on all our documents. Then at the hotel we were put on the top floor with no elevator or assistance from the hotel staff for our luggage l. Then the food at the hotel in Predeal was the plainest food I had ever tasted in my entire life a can of baked beans would have been tastier. The lunches on these tours were not much better. I would have been better doing the fist four days on my own and got accommodation at the areas we visited that trek back each day to Predeal and waste time of an hour and a half each way per day very disappointed in what happened in Romania this should be communicated to Crossie Europe and I know others in our group were just as disappointed as we were
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    Trip date: May 2025
  • Along the Danube, the Balkan peninsula and Budapest (from Bucharest to Budapest) reviewer 2
    · June 2nd, 2025
    The boat, the crew, the food and the itinerary were all excellent. I also enjoyed very much our tour in northern Romania, particularly Transylvania. However, the excursions were all a bit similar: always a church, a fortress, a monastery (if there was one), but no chance to see any art galleries or other cultural outlets. There was also scarcely any time to buy essential goods, such as medicines, as we almost never went near any shops, except to walk past a few bars and restaurants, mostly. I caught a kind of flu with upset stomach too, so it was not until the last day in Croatia (Ozijeck)
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    Trip date: May 2025
  • JB
    · June 7th, 2024
    Overall the cruise was enjoyable, but was more centred on the French contingent. I think we may have been the only Australian passengers, and maybe nine other English speaking passengers. The food was great, entertainment good, and the crew were very accommodating . The optional excursions were tiring with long bus trip ashore, and I thought quite expensive.
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    Trip date: May 2024

Dates & Availability

12 days
Along the Danube, the Balkan peninsula and Budapest (from Bucharest to Budapest)
From Bucharest to Budapest

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    Belinda

    Asked on January 26th, 2025

    Do you have 2026 sailing schedule and price?

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    • CroisiEurope River CruisesOperatorWritten January 2025

      The 2026 dates and prices are expected to come out by the end of February 2025. Would you like us to contact you then with the details?

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    Evelyn

    Asked on September 9th, 2024

    What is the price for the upper deck with twin beds? What does it mean 'for both packages'? Are we able to go on all the outings, bike ride to guided tours? If we recruit friends to also sign up, is there a discount?

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    • CroisiEurope River CruisesOperatorWritten September 2024

      Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds CAT C (9 m², French balcony) is €6388. Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds CAT A (13 m², French balcony) is €6868. Price includes only Romania package for 4 days. Shore excursions in Classic & Discovery categories can be added separately. 5% discount if 7+ excursions booked. No friend referral discounts available.

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      Evelyn

      TravelerWritten September 2024

      Does the cabin price include the 3000 euro fee or is that separate? Is the cabin fee per couple or individual? What is the price range of the other levels? If we wish to do one bike ride each versus two, is that feasible?

    • CroisiEurope River CruisesOperatorWritten September 2024

      No 3000 euro fee exists. Prices quoted are total for a couple. Service fee is 99 euros. You are welcome to purchase bike tours in Belgrade and Osijek. Cabin prices vary by deck level, with Upper Deck cabins being most expensive.

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Tour ID: 233288

  • Currencies
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    Hungary
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  • Plugs & Adapters

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

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    Hungary and Serbia
    Type E
    Hungary and Serbia
    Type F
    Hungary and Serbia
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria, Hungary, Serbia and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria and Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Serbia and Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Croatia and Hungary. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 2 weeks 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.
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  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before October 14th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 14th, 2025, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with CroisiEurope River Cruises. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 120 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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