Itinerary
- Day 1
Budapest to Timisoara
After breakfast you'll meet your guide and head into Romania, crossing the border at Arad. There's a walking tour through this culturally rich Transylvanian town where you'll see City Hall Palace, the Palace of Culture, and the neo-Gothic Red Church. If you want, grab lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Timisoara for the night.
- Start point
- Budapest, Hungary (Budapest)
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Continental or similar)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Arad
- City tour in Timisoara
Optional Activities
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Arad
Landmarks City Hall Palace Palace of Culture Red Church Roman Catholic Church State Theatre 
- Day 2
Timisoara to Belgrade
Start with a walking tour of Timisoara's Old Town, which has Turkish and Austro-Hungarian architecture throughout. The city was named European Capital of Culture in 2019. From there you'll travel to Vršac to check out the recently reconstructed fortress with panoramic views of the Banat region. After that, you'll cross into Serbia and make your way to Belgrade for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Queen Astoria or similar )
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Old Town Timisoara
- Walking tour of Arad
- Visit Vršac fortress
Landmarks Vršac Fortress Banat Region - Day 3
Belgrade to Sarajevo
Meet your guide after breakfast and explore Belgrade's highlights. You'll visit the medieval Belgrade Fortress with views over the Danube and Sava rivers, walk through Knez Mihailova shopping street, and see the city's important landmarks. There's free time to spend in the city centre, then you'll head to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Hollywood Sarajevo or similar)
Included Activities
- City tour in Belgrade
- Visit Belgrade Fortress
- Walking tour of Knez Mihailova
Landmarks Belgrade Fortress Knez Mihailova Danube River Sava River 
- Day 4
Sarajevo to Mostar
After breakfast there's a walking tour of Baščaršija, the historic old bazaar where Eastern and Western cultures mix. Next you'll visit Vrelo Bosna to see the natural beauty there. Later you'll walk through Mostar's charming Old Town and see the iconic Stari Most bridge, which is UNESCO listed. Have lunch at a local spot with nice views and try Turkish coffee before settling in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Eden Mostar or similar)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Baščaršija
- Visit Vrelo Bosna
- City tour of Mostar
- View Stari Most (Old Bridge)
Optional Activities
- Lunch at a local venue with views
Landmarks Baščaršija Vrelo Bosna Stari Most Old Town Mostar 
- Day 5
Mostar to Dubrovnik
Begin after breakfast with a visit to Kravica Waterfall in the Hercegnovi district. You'll have some free time there before heading to Dubrovnik, known as the Pearl of the Adriatic. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has well-preserved walls and terra-cotta roofs. Take a walking tour of the Old Town, spend some free time to wander around, then settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ivka hotel or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Kravica Waterfall
- Walking tour of Dubrovnik Old Town
Landmarks Kravica Waterfall Dubrovnik Old Town Dubrovnik Walls 
- Day 6
Dubrovnik to Tirana
You'll be picked up from your hotel for a scenic drive to Tirana, Albania's capital. Along the way there's a stop in Kotor, Montenegro's famous city. With a local guide you'll see Triphun Cathedral, the archive museum, and the Wall of Shame. You'll have free time to explore Kotor at your own pace before continuing to Tirana to check in for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Albanopolis Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Kotor city tour with local guide
Landmarks Triphun Cathedral Archive Museum Wall of Shame 
- Day 7
Tirana to Ohrid
Start with breakfast and take a panoramic tour of Tirana's heart. You'll see Skanderbeg Square, the Skanderbeg Statue, the Et'hem Bey Mosque, and the historic Clock Tower. Then leave the city and head to Ohrid, known as the pearl of the Balkans. After going through customs, you'll visit Ohrid's charming Old Town with panoramic views of the port and Lake Ohrid.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel ( Hotel Sky Corner or similar)
Included Activities
- Panoramic Tirana city tour
- Visit Skanderbeg Square
- Visit Ancient Via Egnatia
- Visit Hagia Sophia Church
Landmarks Skanderbeg Square Skanderbeg Statue Et'hem Bey Mosque Clock Tower Ancient Via Egnatia Hagia Sophia Church Lake Ohrid - Day 8
Ohrid
After a Macedonian breakfast you have a full day to spend in Ohrid, the pearl of the Balkans. Wander through the charming streets at your own pace. There's an optional half-day tour to Sveti Naum Monastery on the shores of Lake Ohrid, where you can visit the unique source of the lake with nice views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel ( Hotel Sky Corner or similar)
Optional Activities
- Half-day tour to Sveti Naum Monastery (45 EUR)
Landmarks Sveti Naum Monastery - Day 9
Ohrid to Meteora
Start your day with breakfast, then cross into Greece. After customs procedures you'll head towards Kastoria, known for its Byzantine churches, Ottoman architecture, and scenic lake. Explore Kastoria's highlights before continuing towards Meteora. Rest for the evening as you prepare for the next day's activities.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Alexiou Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- City tour of Kastoria
- View Lake Kastoria
- Visit Byzantine churches
Landmarks Lake Kastoria Byzantine Churches in Kastoria 
- Day 10
Meteora to Thessaloniki
Start with breakfast before visiting the UNESCO-listed Meteora Monasteries. You'll see these cliff-top Byzantine structures with your guide and take in the views. Meet up with the group and continue to Thessaloniki, a city with rich history and vibrant culture. See the White Tower and Arch of Galerius before your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Egnatia, Thessaloniki (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit UNESCO Meteora Monasteries
Landmarks Meteora Monasteries White Tower Arch of Galerius 
- Day 11
Thessaloniki to Sofia
Have breakfast at the hotel, then head on a scenic journey to Sofia, Bulgaria's capital. Make a significant stop at Rila Monastery in the Rila Mountains. Explore Bulgaria's largest Eastern Orthodox monastery with its intricate frescoes and serene mountain setting before continuing to Sofia for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Best Western Terminus Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Rila Monastery
Landmarks Rila Monastery - Day 12
Sofia to Bucharest
After breakfast you'll head to Bucharest, Romania's capital. Stop along the way in Veliko Tarnovo, the former Bulgarian Empire capital, where you'll have lunch and explore this Balkan city. When you get to Bucharest check into your hotel and have free time to explore the city on your own before settling in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Lido by Phoenicia (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore Veliko Tarnovo
Landmarks Veliko Tarnovo - Day 13
Bucharest
Start with breakfast, then join a guided tour of Bucharest's important sights. You'll visit Revolution Square, the Romanian Athenaeum, and Villa Crosse Passage. Walk through the historic Old Town and see Manuc's Inn and Old Princely Court. There's free time afterward to explore the city on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Lido by Phoenicia (or similar))
Included Activities
- Bucharest city tour with licensed guide
- Visit Revolution Square
- Visit Romanian Athenaeum
- Visit Villa Crosse Passage
- Visit Old Town
- Visit Manuc's Inn
- Visit Old Princely Court
Landmarks Revolution Square Romanian Athenaeum Villa Crosse Passage Old Town Bucharest Manuc's Inn Old Princely Court - Day 14
Bucharest to Sibiu
Start your long day early with a stop at Sinaia to visit Peles Castle, the 19th century royal residence that's been preserved in its original condition. Later you'll go to Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's Castle, where you can learn the real story of Vlad Dracula inside this 14th century fortress. Continue to Sibiu in the afternoon for your overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Golden Tulip or similar )
Included Activities
- Visit Peles Castle
- Visit Bran Castle
Landmarks Peles Castle Bran Castle 
- Day 15
Sibiu to Timisoara
After breakfast there's a walking tour of Sibiu's Old Town. Sibiu was chosen as the first European Capital of Culture in 2007 from East Europe. Your guide will show you the old town and its history. Next you'll visit Corvin Castle, the most spectacular Gothic-style castle in Romania and one of Europe's largest. There's free time at the castle before heading to Timisoara for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Continental or similar)
Included Activities
- City tour of Sibiu Old Town
- Visit Corvin Castle
Landmarks Sibiu Old Town Corvin Castle - Day 16
Timisoara to Budapest
After breakfast start with a walking tour of Timisoara's Old Town, a vibrant city with Turkish and Austro-Hungarian architecture. It was named European Capital of Culture in 2019. Then you'll continue to Arad for a brief walking tour of this culturally rich Transylvanian town. See City Hall Palace, the Palace of Culture, the neo-Gothic Red Church, Roman Catholic Church, and State Theatre. Grab optional lunch at a local restaurant, then head to Budapest where your tour ends at your hotel.
- End point
- Budapest, Hungary (Budapest)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Timisoara Old Town
- Walking tour of Arad
Optional Activities
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Arad
Landmarks Timisoara Old Town Arad City Hall Palace Arad Palace of Culture Red Church Roman Catholic Church State Theatre
