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Castles & Capitals: Serbia, Hungary, Romania and Bulgaria in two weeks - SMALL GROUP

14 days
From Belgrade to Sofia
4.6
3 traveler reviews
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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 - 15
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore Belgrade's historic fortress and rivers
  • Tour Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci's wineries
  • Discover Budapest's iconic sights and thermal baths
  • Visit Dracula's Castle and Peles Castle in Romania
  • Experience Sofia's rich history and vibrant culture

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Serbia
  2. Day 2 Belgrade city tour
  3. Day 3 Northern Serbia: visit Sremski Karlovci and Novi Sad, and proceed to Budapest
  4. Day 4 Explore Budapest
  5. Day 5 Goodbye Hungary, hello Romania.
  6. Day 6 Timisoara – Corvin Castle – Sibiu
  7. Day 7 “The Transylvanian Triangle”: Sibiu – Sighisoara – Brasov
  8. Day 8 Hello Dracula: Brasov – Bran Castle – Peles Castle – Bucharest
  9. Day 9 Explore Bucharest
  10. Day 10 Bucharest – Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo – Arbanasi – Veliko Tarnovo
  11. Day 11 Veliko Tarnovo – Etar Ethno Village – Kazanlak – Plovdiv
  12. Day 12 Plovdiv – Koprivshtitsa – Sofia
  13. Day 13 Sofia city tour and optional trip to Rila Monastery
  14. Day 14 Depart Sofia
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  • Flights
  • Insurance
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  • Additional Services

Number of tours

14

Age Range

2 to 90 years old

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within 1 day

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100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.3
  • 4.8
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    · March 26th, 2025
    We took this tour as a family with our two teenage kids. The mix of historical sites, cultural experiences, and natural beauty kept all of us engaged.The hotels were comfortable, the transport was smooth, and we always had enough time to explore on our own. Special thanks to our guide, Marko, who made everything so much fun! Would definitely do it again.”
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    Trip date: July 2024
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  • A
    · March 26th, 2025
    I was a bit hesitant about joining a group tour as a solo traveler, but everything worked out well. The itinerary was well thought out. I particularly loved Sighisoara – walking through its colorful streets felt like stepping back in time. The group was diverse and friendly, all in all, an enjoyable experience. If you love history and culture, this is the perfect tour.
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    Victor Tours DMC commented on this review
    Dear Sophie, Thank you for sharing your experience! We completely understand that joining a group tour as a solo traveler can feel like a big step, so we’re delighted to hear that everything worked out well for you. It’s always wonderful when a diverse... Show more
    Trip date: November 2024
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  • A
    · March 26th, 2025
    This tour was an absolute dream! From the majestic castles of Transylvania to the beautifuč Budapest and the historical richness of Belgrade, every day brought something new and exciting. Our guide Urosh was incredibly knowledgeable. Good balance between sightseeing and free time. Bran Castle and Peles Castle were definitely the highlights for us. Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to experience Eastern Europe.
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    Victor Tours DMC commented on this review
    Dear Samantha, Thank you for your excellent review! We’re so happy to hear that your tour felt like a dream and that you enjoyed the perfect mix of history, culture, and free time. Eastern Europe is a treasure trove of incredible experiences, and we’re... Show more
    Trip date: November 2024
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    Rhonda

    Asked on May 18th, 2025

    How do I ask for a ride back to Belgrade after the tour is over? Would i have to extend my flight departure date by one day, to August 24th, and book another night in Belgrade?

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    • Victor Tours DMC OperatorWritten May 2025

      Our vehicle is returning back from Sofia on 22/08. You can have the transportation back to Belgrade free of charge on 22/08. We will book the hotel in Belgrade for you on 22/08, replacing your last night in Sofia.

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      Rhonda

      TravelerWritten May 2025

      Do you know how far the airport is from the hotel and if there are taxis or Uber in the early morning?

    • Victor Tours DMC OperatorWritten May 2025

      Transfer from the hotel in Belgrade to Belgrade airport is already included in your tour.

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      Rhonda

      TravelerWritten May 2025

      Will I need to notify you guys of those special arrangements during the trip?

    • Victor Tours DMC OperatorWritten May 2025

      No, we will take care of it, don't worry.

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    Kathryn

    Asked on April 14th, 2025

    What is the longest distance that they will be travelling? How long is the driving time each day?

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    • Victor Tours DMC OperatorWritten April 2025

      The Balkans is quite huge region, and of course there will be a lot of driving, but with so many stops so it is both doable and enjoyable. The stops are long enough to have a break, lunch, and walking tour in most of the cases. The entire journey will be carried out in an air-conditioned vehicle that is less than five years old.

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    Ahmed

    Asked on February 16th, 2025

    What is the cancellation policy for this trip if we change plans? Is this wheelchair accessible? My husband uses collapsible wheelchair, can ascend / descend bus, can walk but limited distance, can navigate only few steps.

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    • Victor Tours DMC OperatorWritten February 2025

      The tour is generally not very wheelchair friendly. There are a lot of castles in the itinerary, a lot of going up and down the stairs, there are a couple of walking tours around the places that we're visiting. From our side, we will do our best to help your husband out (our driver would help with loading and unloading the wheelchair, and everything else that's in his power), but it would be unfair to say that we can guarantee him a smooth experience on this tour.

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      Ahmed

      TravelerWritten February 2025

      We prefer the 'The Best of Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania' for June 2025. He stays in the bus if we think it will not be possible to navigate. At times, he would wait in front of attractions and stays there till the group returns.

    • Victor Tours DMC OperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, that tour is pretty similar, the only difference is that the tour 'Castles and Capitals' includes Hungary, while 'The Best of Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria' does not include Hungary. We understand the situation with your husband, and we believe, with good will from both sides, we would find a way for him to enjoy as well. The good thing is that our tours are small-group tours (15 maximum), so we have more space for some more detailed attention.

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Tour ID: 304075

  • Currencies
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    Bulgarian Lev
    Bulgaria
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    Forint
    Hungary
    Euro
  • Plugs & Adapters

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

    Type C
    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, Hungary, Serbia and Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for 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.
    • 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.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before September 28th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 28th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Victor Tours DMC . 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 60 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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