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Eastern Europe Express (from Bucharest to Istanbul)

9 days
From Bucharest to Istanbul
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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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 - 12
Ages 15+
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Highlights

  • Explore the vast Palace of Parliament in Bucharest
  • Taste truffle cheese and wine in Veliko Tarnovo
  • Visit the ancient Tsarevets Fortress and Old Quarter
  • Discover Sofia's markets and historical museums
  • Hike in the Pirin Mountains and ride the Rhodope Railway

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Bucharest
  2. Day 2 Veliko Tarnovo
  3. Day 3 Veliko Tarnovo
  4. Day 4 Sofia
  5. Day 5 Bansko
  6. Day 6 Plovdiv
  7. Day 7 Plovdiv
  8. Day 8 Istanbul
  9. Day 9 Istanbul
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  • Philip
    · September 23rd, 2025
    We can’t say enough good things about our guide Marco, he was very attentive and a great planner and communicator. He was very cost consciousness when it came to dining recommendations and knowledgeable about the area and its history. The hikes while difficult were rewarding with the views. We highly recommend this tour
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    · September 21st, 2025
    All was good. Great tour guide who really knows Iceland. There was a Tour Radar snafu right at the start whereby the (personal) information that we filled out on the Tour Guide web site never got to the tour guide when checking us in. Didn’t feel comfortable sharing our information verbally in a group setting.
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  • Elliot
    · September 21st, 2025
    Amazing captain. He made this trip a fantastic sailing experience
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