Splendours of Balkans and Transylvania

Uncover a region where history and medieval castles meet rocky coastlines and mountainous terrain. Get a glimpse into the generations of culture and tradition throughout the Balkans and Transylvania. Experience the incredible Gothic architecture, legends and castles of Dracula, lush enchanting forests and fairy tale-like villages as you journey through Transylvania. Hit the beautiful Adriatic coastlines of Dubrovnik and Montenegro, the charming old towns and moving stories of Bosnia, the endearing quirkiness and colourful facades of capital cities Tirana and Skopje. With a mix of Greek, Slavic and Ottoman influences, the Balkans and Transylvania is nothing short of character! Discover the hidden gems for yourself as you journey through on this 17-day adventure.

Duration

Destination

Start/Ends in

17 Days

Balkans / Transylvania, Romania

Bucharest / Sofia

Hotels

Group Size

Age Requirement

4 Star

12-42 People

18+

Trip Rating

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Classic,Overland

April to December

Sights Visited on This Tour

One of the oldest cities in Europe and the only one built on the confluence of two rivers, also known as the city that never sleeps.

A medieval town set in the heart of Transylvania's Carpathian Mountains, Brasov is the launchpad for the dazzling castles of the region.

The capital of Romania has everything to keep the traveler satisfied with a cosmopolitan downtown and historic sites.

The unofficial capital of Transylvania beckons with its myriad modern facilities scattered across Saxon and Hungarian monuments.

More than its fame as the house of the fictional Dracula, Bran Castle captures the hearts with its importance as a national landmark.

This complex is one of the most beautiful and strongest fortified systems in Europe, but the lively streets show that there is more!

Also known as Corvin is one of the largest Gothic-Renaissance castles in Europe and is featured as one of the Seven Wonders of Romania.

Montenegro’s chief coastal town, Kotor is a picturesque town where maritime history and Romanesque architecture are the moving forces.

Mostar is a city in Bosnia and Herzegovina, known for the iconic Stari Most (Old Bridge) that acts as a calling card for the Balkans.

Ohrid is a large town in North Macedonia on the shore of Lake Ohrid and a UNESCO heritage site since 1980.

Hilly Plovdiv old town is famed for its photogenic winding cobbled streets and beautifully preserved Ottoman-era townhouses.

Salina Turda is a salt mine in the Durgău-Valea Sărată area of Turda, the second largest city in Cluj County, northwest Romania.

Sarajevo, capital of Bosnia, is a compact city on the Miljacka River, the center has museums commemorating local history

Shkodër or Shkodra is the fourth largest city in Albania and one of the oldest places in the Balkan peninsula.

Sibiu is a city in Transylvania, central Romania. It’s known for Germanic architecture in its old town, the legacy of 12th-century.

Sighisoara lies on the Târnava Mare River in Mures, Romania, right at the historic region of Transylvania, hosting a UNESCO-heritage citadel.

A town in central Romania’s Bucegi Mountains, Its 17th-century Sinaia Monastery was once a royal family residence.

Skopje is the capital and largest city of the North Macedonia and it lies in the heart of the Balkan Peninsula region.

Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria.ıt has rich history from Roman and Ottoman Empires. Also famous with it's night life.

Tirana is the capital and largest city of Albania.It is also culturel and economical, politically center of the country.

Trebinje is a small sized city situated in the Trebišnjica river valley in south eastern Herzegovina, about 30 km by road from Dubrovnik.

Veliko Tarnovo is one of the oldest towns in the country, as its history dates back to more than five thousand years ago.

Tour Inclusions

Accommodation

4 star hotels

Meals

16 breakfasts

Transportation

Air-conditioned coach or mini-bus

Airport Transfer(s)

Arrival airport transfer from Bucharest Airport to the hotel on day 1

Tour Guiding

Services of experienced Travel Talk local guides licenced by the Ministry of Tourism

Free Wi-Fi

Complimentary hotel Wi-Fi access (where available)

Sightseeing

Bucharest
Count Dracula Castle in Bran
Sighisoara

Cluj-Napoca
Salina Turda Salt Mine
Corvin Castle
Sibiu

Veliko Tarnavo
Plovdiv
Sofia

Knez Mihailova
Danube
Belgrade Fortress
Mostar Bridge

Mostar Old Town
Dubrovnik Old Town
Kotor & Shkoder
Skenderbeg square

What is NOT included?

What is NOT included?

- Any flights not mentioned above
- Travel Insurance
- Meals not stated above
- Items of a personal nature

- Tips and gestures
- Entrance fees to the sights and museums
- Optional activities
- Other services not stated in the itinerary

Dates & Rates

All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender.
 
The below rates are for solo travellers, the 2 FOR 1 deal will be applied when you select 2 or more travellers during the booking process.
The below rates are for solo travellers, the 2 FOR 1 deal will be applied when you select 2 or more travellers during the booking process.

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Sat 7 Oct 2023

Mon 23 Oct 2023

Guaranteed
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Fully Booked

45 % Off

OR Book for 2, Pay for 1

$4053 $2229

Thu 26 Oct 2023

Sat 11 Nov 2023

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Available

45 % Off

OR Book for 2, Pay for 1

$4248 $2336

March 2024

Sat 2 Mar 2024

Mon 18 Mar 2024

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Fully Booked

45 % Off

OR Book for 2, Pay for 1

$4306 $2368

Sat 16 Mar 2024

Mon 1 Apr 2024

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Available

45 % Off

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$4306 $2368

Sat 30 Mar 2024

Mon 15 Apr 2024

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45 % Off

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$4306 $2368

April 2024

Sat 13 Apr 2024

Mon 29 Apr 2024

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45 % Off

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$4306 $2368

Sat 27 Apr 2024

Mon 13 May 2024

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$4306 $2368

May 2024

Sat 11 May 2024

Mon 27 May 2024

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45 % Off

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$4349 $2392

Sat 25 May 2024

Mon 10 Jun 2024

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$4349 $2392

June 2024

Sat 8 Jun 2024

Mon 24 Jun 2024

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$4349 $2392

Sat 22 Jun 2024

Mon 8 Jul 2024

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$4349 $2392

July 2024

Sat 6 Jul 2024

Mon 22 Jul 2024

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45 % Off

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$4320 $2376

Sat 20 Jul 2024

Mon 5 Aug 2024

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$4320 $2376

August 2024

Sat 3 Aug 2024

Mon 19 Aug 2024

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45 % Off

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$4320 $2376

Sat 17 Aug 2024

Mon 2 Sep 2024

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$4320 $2376

Sat 31 Aug 2024

Mon 16 Sep 2024

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$4320 $2376

September 2024

Sat 14 Sep 2024

Mon 30 Sep 2024

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45 % Off

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$4349 $2392

Sat 28 Sep 2024

Mon 14 Oct 2024

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45 % Off

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$4349 $2392

October 2024

Sat 12 Oct 2024

Mon 28 Oct 2024

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45 % Off

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$4349 $2392

Sat 26 Oct 2024

Mon 11 Nov 2024

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45 % Off

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$4349 $2392

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Fully Booked

45 % Off

Start 7 Oct

End 23 Oct

Per Person in Share Room

$4053 $2229

Available

45 % Off

Start 26 Oct

End 11 Nov

Per Person in Share Room

$4248 $2336

March 2024

Fully Booked

45 % Off

Start 2 Mar

End 18 Mar

Per Person in Share Room

$4306 $2368

Available

45 % Off

Start 16 Mar

End 1 Apr

Per Person in Share Room

$4306 $2368

Available

45 % Off

Start 30 Mar

End 15 Apr

Per Person in Share Room

$4306 $2368

April 2024

Available

45 % Off

Start 13 Apr

End 29 Apr

Per Person in Share Room

$4306 $2368

Available

45 % Off

Start 27 Apr

End 13 May

Per Person in Share Room

$4306 $2368

May 2024

Available

45 % Off

Start 11 May

End 27 May

Per Person in Share Room

$4349 $2392

Available

45 % Off

Start 25 May

End 10 Jun

Per Person in Share Room

$4349 $2392

June 2024

Available

45 % Off

Start 8 Jun

End 24 Jun

Per Person in Share Room

$4349 $2392

Available

45 % Off

Start 22 Jun

End 8 Jul

Per Person in Share Room

$4349 $2392

July 2024

Available

45 % Off

Start 6 Jul

End 22 Jul

Per Person in Share Room

$4320 $2376

Available

45 % Off

Start 20 Jul

End 5 Aug

Per Person in Share Room

$4320 $2376

August 2024

Available

45 % Off

Start 3 Aug

End 19 Aug

Per Person in Share Room

$4320 $2376

Available

45 % Off

Start 17 Aug

End 2 Sep

Per Person in Share Room

$4320 $2376

Available

45 % Off

Start 31 Aug

End 16 Sep

Per Person in Share Room

$4320 $2376

September 2024

Available

45 % Off

Start 14 Sep

End 30 Sep

Per Person in Share Room

$4349 $2392

Available

45 % Off

Start 28 Sep

End 14 Oct

Per Person in Share Room

$4349 $2392

October 2024

Available

45 % Off

Start 12 Oct

End 28 Oct

Per Person in Share Room

$4349 $2392

Available

45 % Off

Start 26 Oct

End 11 Nov

Per Person in Share Room

$4349 $2392

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Accommodation

HOTEL PARLIAMENT
Bucharest
4 Star

Parliament Hotel is just a stone’s throw from Palace of Parliament, which holds the 1st position in the Guinness World Records for the largest administrative building (for civil use).

HOTEL MERCURE UNIRII
Bucharest
4 Star

A modern-design accommodation, steps away from the city center. The hotel features an on site restaurant & bar and rooms equipped with coffee-tea maker.

HOTEL CUBIX
Brasov
4 Star

The stylish Hotel Cubix offers comfortable and spacious accommodation in Brasov, only 100 m from the Business Park. With a prime location, it also features an enjoyable bistro bar.

SUNNY HILL
Cluj Napoca
4 Star

Located at the heart of Transilvania, Cluj Napoca, Hotel Sunny Hill is a business class hotel with on-site dining alternatives. Find a full range of tourist services, in a tasteful, refined and comfortable environment.

MERCURE AIRPORT HOTEL
Sibiu
4 Star

Surrounded by the Făgăraș Mountains, Mercure Sibiu Airport is situated at the western entry to Sibiu,and within walking distance to major shopping and entertainment venues.

Grand Hotel
Plovdiv
4 Star

Grand Hotel Plovdiv provides comfy accommodation with a restaurant, bar, casino and a shopping mall. Each room presents city views.

NOVOTEL SOFIA
Sofia
4 Star

Novotel Sofia offers various facilities such as a restaurant, fitness center and bar. Rooms are fitted with a coffee/tea maker. Sofia Airport is only 4 km away.

ABBA HOTEL
Belgrade
4 Star

Discover some of the most elegant hotel rooms in Belgrade, designed to immerse the guests in apsolute comfort and unparaleled luxury.

IBIS STYLE HOTEL
Sarajevo
4 Star

Ibis Style Hotel offers various facilities such as swimming pool and a wellness centre. The hotel has a rich continental breakfast buffet.

HOTEL CENTRAL PARK
Trebinje
4 Star

Hotel Central Park is located in Trebinje and has a terrace with a nice and cozy restaurant.The hotel is in a building that has a very interesting history.

GRAND HOTEL EUROPA
Shkoder
5 Star

Located in the centre of Shkoder, Grand Hotel Europa features a fitness center & SPA. Clasically decorated rooms are air-conditioned and have LCD TV.

HOTEL AQUALINA
Ohrid
4 Star

Located on the shore of Lake Ohrid, surrounded by an area of an amazing clear water of the lake on one side and endless green forest of and national park of Galicica.

HOTEL NEXT DOOR
Skopje
4 Star

A modern design hotel situated next to Vardar River in the beautiful capital city of North Macedonia. The hotel features a fitness & SPA center and an on-site restaurant.

Accommodation
Bucharest
HOTEL PARLIAMENT
4 Star
Accommodation
Bucharest
HOTEL MERCURE UNIRII
4 Star
Accommodation
Brasov
HOTEL CUBIX
4 Star
Accommodation
Cluj Napoca
SUNNY HILL
4 Star
Accommodation
Sibiu
MERCURE AIRPORT HOTEL
4 Star
Accommodation
Plovdiv
Grand Hotel
4 Star
Accommodation
Sofia
NOVOTEL SOFIA
4 Star
Accommodation
Belgrade
ABBA HOTEL
4 Star
Accommodation
Sarajevo
IBIS STYLE HOTEL
4 Star
Accommodation
Trebinje
HOTEL CENTRAL PARK
4 Star
Accommodation
Shkoder
GRAND HOTEL EUROPA
5 Star
Accommodation
Ohrid
HOTEL AQUALINA
4 Star
Accommodation
Skopje
HOTEL NEXT DOOR
4 Star

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