Itinerary
- Day 1
Budapest
You'll arrive in Budapest and head to your river ship waiting on the Danube River. Get settled into your cabin and familiarize yourself with the vessel before the evening activities begin.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Landmarks/POIs Danube River 
- Day 2
Budapest
After breakfast, a local guide takes you through Budapest's main sights. That evening, there's a Gala Welcome Dinner on board, and as you finish, the ship sets sail while the city's lit-up monuments pass by along the river.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Gala Welcome Dinner on board)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Guided city exploration with local guide
- Gala Welcome Dinner on board
- Day 3
Mohács to Pécs
The ship heads to Pécs, a UNESCO World Heritage site. You'll see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim with its copper domes and the 11th-century Pécs Cathedral. Afternoon is yours, though there's an optional wine tasting in the nearby Villány wine region if you're interested.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Exploration of Pécs including Mosque of Pasha Qasim and Pécs Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Villány Wine Tasting - Visit a local winery in Hungary's renowned wine region for a tour and tasting of red and rosé varieties
Landmarks/POIs Mosque of Pasha Qasim Pécs Cathedral 
- Day 4
Osijek to Vukovar
Walking through Osijek's cobblestone streets, you'll check out Holy Trinity Square and Saint Michael's Church, taking in the 18th-century architecture. Then it's on to Vukovar for a regional delicacies tasting before heading back to the ship for a cruise toward Serbia.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Osijek including Holy Trinity Square and Saint Michael's Church
- Regional delicacies tasting in Vukovar
Landmarks/POIs Holy Trinity Square Saint Michael's Church - Day 5
Belgrade
A guided tour covers Belgrade's major sites including Belgrade Fortress (views over two rivers), and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of Saint Sava. Later, there's an insider visit to a local family's village farm where you'll learn about slivovitz production and traditional Serbian life.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Belgrade including Belgrade Fortress and Serbian Orthodox Temple of Saint Sava
- Insider Experience - Village Farm and Slivovitz Tour with local family
Landmarks/POIs Belgrade Fortress Serbian Orthodox Temple of Saint Sava 
- Day 6
Iron Gates Cruise
You'll cruise through the Iron Gates, the series of gorges between Serbia and Romania. Lush forests, towering cliffs, and rugged landscapes line both sides as the ship navigates this dramatic natural passage.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Cruise through Iron Gates natural gorges
Landmarks/POIs Iron Gates - Day 7
Ruse
Ruse, Bulgaria's riverside city, has a walking tour through Belle Époque architecture including Liberty Square, the courthouse, and the Opera House. Afternoon is free, so you can visit the Regional Museum of History, the National Transport Museum, or the ancient Sexaginta Prista Fortress on your own schedule.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Ruse including Belle Époque architecture, Liberty Square, courthouse, Ruse Opera House, and Alexander Battenberg Square
Optional Activities
- Visit Regional Museum of History
- Visit National Transport Museum
- Visit ancient ruins of Sexaginta Prista Fortress
Landmarks/POIs Liberty Square Ruse Opera House Alexander Battenberg Square Regional Museum of History National Transport Museum Sexaginta Prista Fortress - Day 8
Ruse to Brașov
After breakfast, you'll head to your hotel in Brașov. There's a stop in Sinaia during the journey where you can grab lunch at a place of your choosing before continuing on.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Brasov)
Landmarks/POIs Sinaia 
- Day 9
Brașov
The day starts at Bran Castle, often called 'Dracula's Castle'. A local guide walks you through the rooms and explains the history while you see 19th-century antiques. Back in Brașov, a guided walking tour shows off the medieval old streets, colorful baroque buildings, Gothic structures, and the busy café and restaurant scene.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Brasov)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bran Castle with exploration of rooms and 19th-century antiques
- Guided walking tour of Brașov's old streets and medieval architecture
Landmarks/POIs Bran Castle - Day 10
Bucharest
You'll travel to Bucharest and join a guided tour of the city. Walking along tree-lined boulevards, you'll pass elegant Belle Époque buildings, then explore the Old City center with the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church, and the lively Lipscani district.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bucharest including boulevards, Belle Époque buildings, Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church, and Lipscani district
Landmarks/POIs Royal Court Stavropoleos Church Lipscani District 
- Day 11
Bucharest to Airport
Your trip wraps up today as you head to the airport for your departure.
