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Legends of the Balkans Bucharest → Budapest (2027)

8 days
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From Bucharest to Budapest
3.8
14 traveler reviews
  • Fortress ruins with stone walls on a hillside under a bright sky.
  • A historical building with a statue in front during sunset.
  • A view of a village with a golden-domed church surrounded by greenery.
  • An aerial view of a historical fortress surrounded by trees.
  • A colorful hillside village with many houses.
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  • A view of a cityscape with a prominent church and historical buildings.
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Operator
Travel Marvel
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
Guided in English
Group Size 38 - 48
Ages 12+

Places You’ll See

  • Bucharest
    Bucharest
  • Veliko Tarnovo
    Veliko Tarnovo
  • Vidin
    Vidin
  • Novi Sad
    Novi Sad
  • Kalocsa
    Kalocsa
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Highlights

  • Explore Veliko Tarnovo's medieval history
  • Visit the imposing Baba Vida Fortress
  • Relax on the Sun Deck with scenic views
  • Witness a traditional horse show in Puszta
  • Tour Budapest's historic Great Market Hall

Itinerary

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

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • aboard your Travelmarvel river ship

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Operated by

Travel Marvel

3.8
(14 reviews)

Number of tours

308

Age Range

12 to 99 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

87%

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Customer Reviews

  • Greg
    · August 20th, 2025
    This is a wonderful tour on a beautiful ship. The staff are all so accomodating and friendly it’s like you’ve known them for years. The food is excellent as are the accomodations. The sights to be seen are utterly magical and beautiful. Do yourself a favour and take this cruise. It’s wonderful.
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  • Susan
    · December 17th, 2019
    The cabins were nice, the staff were very good, the food was delicious, the tours were interesting, and the Cruise Director, in particular, was excellent. Would not recommend going as a single traveller, however, as vast majority were couples or friends travelling together, so it was quite cliquey with the same people sitting together at meals, especially dinner. Plus, it was 90% Australians and Kiwis, and a broader mix of nationalities would have made it more interesting. The best part was seeing all of the various cities and towns along the rivers. Very nice trip overall.
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Dates & Availability

8 days
Legends of the Balkans Bucharest → Budapest (2027)
From Bucharest to Budapest

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Tour ID: 316189

  • 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.

    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.
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