Explore Eastern Europe's Enchanting Wonders
Kick off in Bucharest and wrap up in Tirana over nine days – a sweeping journey through castles, cobbled old towns and dazzling Adriatic scenery. You’ll explore Transylvania’s highlights, from Peles gardens and Bran’s legendary stronghold to UNESCO listed Sighisoara and Biertan, plus grand Hunedoara Castle and elegant Sibiu. Expect to see lively squares in Timisoara, Belgrade’s Kalemegdan Fortress and the Museum of Yugoslavia, Sarajevo’s Ottoman bazaar, and Mostar’s iconic bridge. In Croatia you’ll visit Dubrovnik’s monastery pharmacy and cathedral, with a short boat hop to leafy Lokrum. Skirt Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor – ferry across for time in Kotor and Budva – before a relaxed finale in Tirana.
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Tour Overview
Duration
9 daysHotel Rating
4-5 star hotelsStarts
BucharestEnds
TiranaMinimum Age
No minimum ageMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Romania that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Countries
Romania, Serbia, Bosnia And Herzegovina, Croatia, Montenegro, AlbaniaPassengers
$2,915.50
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65
Trip Type
Large Coach Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - English speaking guides (guiding may be in additional languages to English)Group Size
Min 2 / Max 65Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Large Coach ToursPlaces You'll See
Bucharest
Sinaia
Bran
Sighisoara
Biertan
Sibiu
Hunedoara
Timisoara
Belgrade
Sremska Mitrovica
Zvornik
Sarajevo
Mostar
Kravica
Dubrovnik
Kotor
Budva
Tirana
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Bucharest
Welcome to Bucharest. On arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and have some free time – you’ll receive information about the start of your tour. At 3:00 p.m., after lunch, we set out on a panoramic city tour, taking in the historic quarter and the impressive Palace of the Parliament. After the tour, you’ll have free time to explore at your own pace. Dinner is included.
Please note: This tour may have travellers joining or departing at various points along the route, meaning group composition can change during the tour. Please also be aware that depending on group composition, guiding may be in additional languages as well as English.
Day 2 - Bucharest - Sinaia - Bran - Sighisoara
We travel from Bucharest into Transylvania, crossing the Carpathian Mountains and forested valleys. In Sinaia, we take a relaxed stroll through the gardens of the Peles and Pelisor castles. We then continue to the 14th–century Bran Fortress – widely known as Dracula’s Castle – with entrance included. After time for lunch, we carry on to Sighisoara, a beautifully preserved walled medieval city and UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, we enjoy a special dinner at Count Dracula’s restaurant, located in the house where Vlad the Impaler was born.
Day 3 - Sighisoara - Biertan - Sibiu - Hunedoara - Timisoara
We depart Sighisoara and travel through Transylvania to Biertan to visit one of the region’s fortified churches – many in these historically German-settled areas are UNESCO World Heritage Sites – with tickets included. We then continue to Sibiu, an important economic and cultural centre that once served as the capital of Transylvania, where you’ll have time to stroll the narrow streets and squares and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon we visit Hunedoara Castle – tickets included – often considered Romania’s most beautiful castle. We then carry on to Timisoara, where you’ll have time to explore the city’s elegant central squares.
Day 4 - Timisoara - Belgrade
We depart for Serbia, crossing the border and reaching Belgrade after around three hours. At the confluence of the Danube and the Sava, the capital welcomes us with a panoramic tour – we explore the lively city centre, see the Parliament building and stroll through Kalemegdan Fortress. The programme also includes a visit to the Museum of Yugoslavia, where Tito’s Mausoleum is located. The afternoon is free – you can continue exploring the city at your own pace.
Day 5 - Belgrade - Sremska Mitrovica - REPUBLIC OF SRPSKA - Sarajevo
Leaving Belgrade, we travel north into Vojvodina, stopping in Sremska Mitrovica, a historic city on the Sava River that was once among the Roman Empire’s most important centres and the capital of the province of Pannonia. Entrance to the Imperial Palace of Sirmium is included. We then continue towards Bosnia, pausing en route for lunch, and cross the Republic of Srpska – the Serbian Republic of Bosnia – amid scenic landscapes to reach Sarajevo. We arrive in the late afternoon with time to explore the historic centre, where you can wander the old Ottoman bazaar with its distinctive architecture and traditional shops. Dinner included.
Day 6 - Sarajevo - Mostar - HERZEGOVINA - Dubrovnik
This morning we include a guided tour of Sarajevo, a fascinating city often called the Jerusalem of Europe for its long tradition of different faiths living side by side. We explore the old town’s strong Ottoman influence, including a mosque dating back more than 500 years and its beautiful fountain, alongside churches and synagogues that reflect the city’s diversity.After the visit, we continue through the scenic landscapes of Herzegovina to Mostar, known for its historic centre and iconic stone bridge linking Orthodox, Muslim and Catholic communities. You’ll have free time for lunch and to explore at your own pace. We then continue into Croatia – border formalities can be lengthy – reaching Dubrovnik by the end of the day. Dinner is included.
Day 7 - Dubrovnik
This morning we take a panoramic tour of Dubrovnik with a local guide – a walled Adriatic city with an exceptionally well‑preserved historic centre. We stop at a roadside viewpoint for broad city views, then visit the Franciscan Monastery – home to what is considered the oldest pharmacy in Europe – and the Assumption Cathedral, with tickets included. We also take a short boat ride of about 15 minutes to Lokrum, a small island with the ruins of a Benedictine monastery dating from the 11th century and a filming location for the series Game of Thrones. Afterwards, you can explore at your own pace before we return to the hotel in the late afternoon. Dinner is included. Note: On some occasions we may stay in Cavtat, a coastal town near Dubrovnik. From November to March there is no boat service to Lokrum – we will not visit the island during these months.
Day 8 - Dubrovnik - Kotor - Budva - Tirana
We set off early for Montenegro – after border formalities we follow the coastal road along the Bay of Kotor. We take a ferry across the bay to Kotor, where you have free time to explore this walled town with its clear Venetian influence. We then continue to Budva for a lunch break in its walled centre by the sea. Later we travel on to Albania – after customs procedures we arrive in Tirana, the capital. Dinner included.
Day 9 - Tirana
We explore Tirana on a guided city tour, taking in its mosques, the Clock Tower and the principal government buildings. After the visit, the journey concludes in Tirana – please check your flight time in case you need to book an additional night.
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Extras and add-ons
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Pre and Post Tour Accommodation
Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.
Post-Tour Accommodation - Tirana
Pre-Tour Accommodation - Bucharest
Hotels
The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard. Click here to see more information about the ships used on this and similar Tour.
Confirmation of the hotels used may not be available until 48 hours before the tour departs.
If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Shared' prices are for solo travellers who are happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex in a twin room - a single room will be provided at no additional cost if there are no suitable travellers to share with.
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