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Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania
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Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania
Traverse 4 countries on this spectacular 11-day APT Touring River Cruise itinerary, designed to conduct you through an exciting and immersive Balkan Adventure.
Enjoy a range of tours and excursions, with the opportunity to indulge in a variety of cultural experiences from local horse shows to ancient fortresses.
Enjoy a 5-star experience aboard one of APT’s extravagant Danube River Cruise ships, complete with French balconies, modern amenities and a range of suite options.
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Cruise Line: APT Touring -
Ship: Travelmarvel River Ships -
Duration: 10 Nights
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Departure: May - Aug
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Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania Cruise Itinerary
Explore 11 towns, villages and cities on this unique 11-day itinerary. Featuring a range of tours, *Insider Experiences and scenic cruising portions, this getaway is paced to help adventurers get the most out of their cruising experience. From ancient fortresses to picturesque villages – there’s something to suit everyone’s interests.
Day 1
Bucharest
Arrive into Bucharest and transfer to your luxury hotel.
Day 2
Bucharest / Brasov
Embark on a guided tour of this city before walking through the Old City Centre to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church and the Lipscani district. Later, you’ll travel to Brasov.
Day 3
Brasov
This morning, enjoy a walk of Bran Castle (AKA Dracula’s Castle) alongside a local guide. After, return to Brasov to join a guided tour through its streets.
Day 4
Brasov / Giurgiu (EMBARK)
After a hearty breakfast, transfer to your luxurious floating hotel. Stop in the town of Sinaia to join some free time.
Day 5
Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo / Arbanasi
Discover Veliko Tarnovo with a local expert. At its centre, visit the restored Tsarevets Fortress and then head to the hilltops to visit the village of Arbanasi.
Day 6
Vidin / Belogradchik
Begin your day with free time to explore. After, you may wish to explore the Baba Vida Fortress – a medieval castle which dates back to the 10th century. Later, visit Belogradchik’s ancient fortress.
Day 7
Scenic Cruising
Today is yours to spend relaxing on board.
Day 8
Novi Sad
Explore Novi Sad on a guided tour. After, spend your free time relaxing or pay a visit to the Petrovaradin Fortress to check out its catacombs.
Day 9
Kalocsa / Puszta
Explore Hungary’s oldest town – best known for its Paprika Festival. After, head to Puszta for your *Insider Experience – a traditional horse show featuring Magyar cowboys.
Day 10
Budapest
Visit Castle Hill to admire sweeping views of the Danube, the Houses of Parliament and Margaret Island. After, enjoy some free time to pay a visit to its historic monuments such as St. Stephen’s Cathedral and Heroes’ Square. Dedicate some time to visiting the Hospital in the Rock.
Day 11
Budapest (DISEMBARK)
Your adventure ends after breakfast this morning.
Day 1
Budapest
Arrive into Budapest and transfer to your luxury hotel.
Day 2
Budapest
Visit Castle Hill to admire sweeping views of the Danube, the Houses of Parliament and Margaret Island. After, enjoy some free time to pay a visit to its historic monuments such as St. Stephen’s Cathedral and Heroes’ Square. Dedicate some time to visiting the Hospital in the Rock.
Day 3
Kalocsa / Puszta
Explore Hungary’s oldest town – best known for its Paprika Festival. After, head to Puszta for your *Insider Experience – a traditional horse show featuring Magyar cowboys.
Day 4
Novi Sad
Explore Novi Sad on a guided tour. After, spend your free time relaxing or pay a visit to the Petrovaradin Fortress to check out its catacombs.
Day 5
Scenic Cruising
Today is yours to spend relaxing on board.
Day 6
Vidin / Belogradchik
Begin your day with free time to explore. After, you may wish to explore the Baba Vida Fortress – a medieval castle which dates back to the 10th century. Later, visit Belogradchik’s ancient fortress.
Day 7
Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo / Arbanasi
Discover Veliko Tarnovo with a local expert. At its centre, visit the restored Tsarevets Fortress and then head to the hilltops to visit the village of Arbanasi.
Day 8
Brasov / Giurgiu
After a hearty breakfast, transfer to your luxurious floating hotel. Stop in the town of Sinaia to join some free time.
Day 9
Brasov
This morning, enjoy a walk of Bran Castle (AKA Dracula’s Castle) alongside a local guide. After, return to Brasov to join a guided tour through its streets.
Day 10
Bucharest / Brasov
Embark on a guided tour of this city before walking through the Old City Centre to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church and the Lipscani district. Later, you’ll travel to Brasov.
Day 11
Bucharest
Your adventure ends after breakfast this morning.
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Enjoy touring the Balkans with APT
APT Touring 
Departure:
May to
Aug
VISITING: Bucharest Bucharest / Brasov Brasov Brasov / Giurgiu (EMBARK) Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo / Arbanassi Vidin / Belogradchik Scenic Cruising Novi Sad Kalocsa / Puszta Budapest Budapest (DISEMBARK)
FROM PER PERSON*
Price on Request
APT Touring Departure:
May to
Aug
VISITING: Budapest Mohacs, Pecs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates Ruse Giurgiu, Disembark Ship, Depart Bucharest
FROM PER PERSON*
£
2,295
APT Touring Departure:
March
VISITING: Budapest (EMBARK) Budapest Mohacs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates Rousse Bucharest (DISEMBARK)
FROM PER PERSON*
£
2,995
APT Touring Departure:
Apr to
Aug
VISITING: Arrive Budapest (EMBARK) Budapest Mohacs / Pecs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates (SCENIC SAILING) Ruse Giurgiu (DISEMBARK) / Brasov Brasov Brasov / Bucharest Depart Bucharest
FROM PER PERSON*
Price on Request
APT Touring Departure:
March
VISITING: Budapest Mohacs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates Rousse Giurgiu / Brașov Brașov / Bran Brașov / Sinaia / Bucharest Bucharest
FROM PER PERSON*
£
3,995
APT Touring Departure:
March
VISITING: Bucharest / Giurgiu (EMBARK) Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo Vidin / Belogradchik Iron Gates Novi Sad Kalocsa / Puszta Budapest Budapest (DISEMBARK)
FROM PER PERSON*
£
2,995
APT Touring Departure:
May to
Aug
VISITING: Budapest Mohacs, Pecs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates Rousse Giurgiu, Bucharest Rousse, Veliko Tarnovo, Arbanasi Vidin, Belogradchik Scenic Cruising Novi Sad Kalocsa, Puszta
FROM PER PERSON*
£
3,895
APT Touring Departure:
Jun to
Aug
VISITING: Bucharest / Giurgiu (EMBARK) Ruse / Veliko Tarnovo / Arbanasi Vidin / Belogradchik Scenic Cruising Novi Sad Kalocsa / Puszta Budapest Budapest (DISEMBARK)
FROM PER PERSON*
£
1,795
APT Touring Departure:
March
VISITING: Budapest (EMBARK) Budapest Mohacs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates Rousse Giurgiu / Bucharest Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo Vidin / Belogradchik Scenic Cruising Novi Sad Kalocsa / Puszta Budapest (DISEMBARK)
FROM PER PERSON*
£
4,995
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Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania FAQ
How many countries does this itinerary travel through?
Your Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania cruise travels through ports in Hungary, Croatia, Serbia and Bulgaria.
What are Insider Experiences?
Insider experiences are a range of special excursions designed exclusively for APT’s guests – they’ll be marked with an asterisk* in your itinerary.
How many nights will be spent aboard my river ship?
This itinerary features 7 nights spent cruising aboard one of three Travelmarvel River Ships.
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