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NZ $8,400 per person

Balkan Jewels Bucharest → Budapest (2027)

8 days

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From Bucharest to Budapest

4.1

25 traveler reviews

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+ $852 Port Taxes/Fees

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Plan your adventure:

Operator: APT
River Cruise: Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 200
Ages 8+

Places You’ll See

Bucharest
Veliko Tarnovo
Vidin
Novi Sad
Kalocsa

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Highlights

Explore Tsarevets Fortress in Veliko Târnovo
Visit Baba Vida and Belogradchik fortresses
Enjoy a traditional Hungarian horse show
Tour the secret Hospital in the Rock
Relax on the Daystar Deck with stunning views

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 Arrive Bucharest, Giurgiu, Embark Ship
Day 2 Ruse, Veliko Târnovo
Day 3 Vidin, Belogradchik
Day 4 Scenic Cruising
Day 5 Novi Sad
Day 6 Kalocsa, Puszta
Day 7 Budapest
Day 8 Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest

What's Included

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Meals
Additional Services
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Operated by

APT

4.1

(25 reviews)

Number of tours

375

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

72%

A family-owned company since its conception in the 1920s. APT had its...

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Customer Reviews

Tour Operator
APT
4.1

Lenore
· July 20th, 2023
The tour was an absolute delight. Everything from the food to the tours to the company, we loved it. The staff were kind and ensured we had everything we needed to make our experience one to remember forever
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Dates & Availability

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Upcoming departures

From Wednesday
14 Apr, 2027
To Wednesday
21 Apr, 2027
English
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Multiple Room Types
Port Taxes/Fees
$852

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From

NZ $8,400 per person

+ $852 Port Taxes/Fees

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

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1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 315722

Currencies
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Bulgarian Lev
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Forint
Hungary
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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 February 16th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after February 16th, 2026, a minimum payment of $1,100 is required to confirm your booking with APT. 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.
- The following cards are accepted for "APT" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
Cancellation Policy
- TourRadar is an authorized Agent of APT. Please familiarize yourself with the APT payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
Accessibility
Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
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