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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
  • Departure: May - Aug
  • Duration: 10 Nights
  • Departure: May - Sep
AVG PER PERSON*
£2,645
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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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APT Touring
Departure: January
VISITING: Bucharest Bucharest / Brasov Brasov Brasov / Giurgiu (EMBARK) Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo / Arbanassi Vidin / Belogradchik Scenic Cruising Novi Sad Kalocsa / Puszta Budapest Budapest (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,645
APT Touring
Departure: Apr to Aug
VISITING: Budapest Mohacs, Pecs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates Ruse Giurgiu, Disembark Ship, Depart Bucharest
AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,695
APT Touring
Departure: Apr to Aug
VISITING: Budapest (EMBARK) Budapest Mohacs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates Rousse Bucharest (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,945
APT Touring
Departure: January
VISITING: Arrive Budapest (EMBARK) Budapest Mohacs / Pecs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates (SCENIC SAILING) Ruse Giurgiu (DISEMBARK) / Brasov Brasov Brasov / Bucharest Depart Bucharest
AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,645
APT Touring
Departure: January
VISITING: Budapest Mohacs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates Rousse Giurgiu / Brașov Brașov / Bran Brașov / Sinaia / Bucharest Bucharest
AVG PER PERSON* £ 4,595
APT Touring
Departure: January
VISITING: Bucharest / Giurgiu (EMBARK) Rousse / Veliko Tarnovo Vidin / Belogradchik Iron Gates Novi Sad Kalocsa / Puszta Budapest Budapest (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON* £ 3,345
APT Touring
Departure: Apr to Sep
VISITING: Budapest Mohacs, Pecs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates Rousse Giurgiu, Bucharest Rousse, Veliko Tarnovo, Arbanasi Vidin, Belogradchik Scenic Cruising Novi Sad Kalocsa, Puszta
AVG PER PERSON* £ 3,295
APT Touring
Departure: May to Sep
VISITING: Bucharest / Giurgiu (EMBARK) Ruse / Veliko Tarnovo / Arbanasi Vidin / Belogradchik Scenic Cruising Novi Sad Kalocsa / Puszta Budapest Budapest (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,695
APT Touring
Departure: May to Sep
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)
AVG PER PERSON* POA
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Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania Cruise Review

“I had an excellent time adventuring through the Balkans – the itinerary was well-paced with a range of activities but also enough free time to rest in between excursions.”

Joan Gallagher, Southport

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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