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10 Night Eastern Europe and Balkans Unveiled and Budapest Cruise and Land Tour from Budapest
Ship: Scenic Crystal
Cruise Line: Scenic Cruises
Sailed: Saturday, May 31, 2025 from Budapest, Hungary
Ended: Tuesday, Jun 10, 2025
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Saturday, May 31, 2025
departure of the Scenic Crystal. If Scenic Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing
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Welcome to Budapest, the Hungarian capital and one of Europe's most diverse and vibrant cities. Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, this city became united in 1873 when a newly built bridge connected the two. The city is an architectural treasure trove comprising styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau and everything in between. It is also well known for its hot springs and thermal baths and has a vibrant nightlife scene. Enjoy a two-night stay in a luxury hotel.
Day 2 - Sunday - Jun 1, 2025
Budapest, Hungary
This morning, you will join your fellow guests for a sightseeing tour of Budapest. Explore this magical city by motorcoach and foot, crossing the bridge between Buda and Pest. Commence your tour on the Buda side where you will see Varkert Bazar before crossing the Margaret Bridge to the Pest side where you will see Szechenyi and Elisabeth squares. Enjoy dinner in a local restaurant tonight before returning to your hotel.
Day 3 - Monday - Jun 2, 2025
Budapest, Hungary
Cruise Begins
Budapest, Hungary
This morning will be at leisure to explore Budapest at your own pace. Perhaps you'd like to pack your swimsuit and make your way to one of the city's thermal baths for a relaxing soak in the therapeutic waters. Szechenyi Baths are the largest, boasting 15 indoor baths and three vast outdoor pools. Alternatively, visit one of the city's famed coffee houses. Budapest developed a strong coffee culture in the 19th century and many elegant cafes are still charmingly dotting the city. You can mingle with locals and tourists, admire the opulently painted interiors, and listen to live music. Transfer to the ship this afternoon and board your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship, your home for the next week.
Day 4 - Tuesday - Jun 3, 2025
Mohacs, Hungary
You will arrive in Mohacs this morning. Straddling the Danube, this small Hungarian town was the site of the 16th-century Battle of Mohacs, which led to the destruction of the Hungarian monarchy and the rise of Ottoman and Habsburg rule. From here, you will explore the surrounding regions with one of the Scenic Freechoice excursions.
Day 5 - Wednesday - Jun 4, 2025
Osijek, Croatia
Your Scenic Space-Ship will arrive this morning in the Croatian town of Osijek, a small city with a turbulent history. Over the past 500 years it has been part of the Ottoman, Habsburg, and Austro-Hungarian empires, and in the 1990s was the epicenter of the Croatian War of Independence. Many of the grand Baroque buildings remain standing but bear the scars of the war. Osijek is famous for its food, which is heavily influenced by Hungary and features plenty of paprika, locally-made sausages, and river fish.
Day 6 - Thursday - Jun 5, 2025
Belgrade, Serbia
The capital of Serbia, Belgrade is known as the 'Door to Central Europe' and lies at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. This eclectic city is steeped in history, with Neolithic ruins found nearby, a fortress built by the Romans, Brutalist buildings that sit beside Art Nouveau buildings, and a bohemian vibe. One of the oldest capitals in Europe, Belgrade has been rebuilt almost 40 times.
Day 7 - Friday - Jun 6, 2025
Iron Gates
Today, we will cruise through the spectacular scenery of the Iron Gates. This stretch of the Danube is the natural border between Serbia and Romania, and features four narrow gorges, soaring cliffs, and the mighty rock carving of Decebalus, the former Romanian king. Spend some time relaxing in your suite, many of which have a window that converts into a Scenic Sun Lounge, allowing you uninterrupted views to watch a rolling tapestry of river life as you cruise the Danube. Sweat it out in the state-of-the-art gym or take time out in the wellness center, then mingle with other guests as you sit back with a regional wine or beer in the Panorama Lounge & Bar.
Day 8 - Saturday - Jun 7, 2025
Svishtov, Bulgaria
Bus Travel
Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Bus Travel
Rousse, Bulgaria
Your Scenic Space-Ship will arrive in the Bulgarian town of Svishtov this morning. Here, you will have the choice to disembark and take an excursion to Veliko Tarnovo, known as the City of the Kings, or stay onboard and sail towards Rousse (or Ruse), which has been described as 'Little Vienna'.
Day 9 - Sunday - Jun 8, 2025
Silistra, Bulgaria
Arrive in Silistra early this morning. This Bulgarian town has changed hands many times over the centuries; a major Turkish fortress and trade center in the 15th century, it played a significant role in the Russo-Turkish wars of the 1870s, briefly became part of Romania after the Second Balkan War, and finally reverted to Bulgaria in 1940. The town is dotted with historic sites stretching back to late Roman times.
Day 10 - Monday - Jun 9, 2025
Giurgiu, Romania
Cruise Ends
Bus Travel
Bucharest, Romania
This morning, farewell your Scenic Space-Ship and transfer to Bucharest. The capital of Romania was once called the 'Paris of the East', however WWII changed the face of the city with much of its Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture destroyed. Now a unique mix of Art Nouveau remnants and Brutalist-era architecture sits alongside wide, tree lined boulevards and leafy squares, hidden street art, and thriving nightlife. Upon arrival, take an orientation tour of the city by motorcoach, from the south of Bucharest to Primaverii Palace stopping to see city's squares, including Union Square, University Square, Roman Square, Victory Square, and Charles de Gaulle Square. This evening, you will enjoy dinner with your fellow guests before heading to your hotel.
Day 11 - Tuesday - Jun 10, 2025
Bucharest, Romania
After breakfast, transfer to Bucharest airport or train station for your onward journey.
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