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Day by Day Summary and Map
Land Segment of Itinerary
Thursday - Mar 20, 2025
Day 1
Bucharest, Romania
Arrive in Bucharest and check into your lovely hotel.
Land Segment of Itinerary
Friday - Mar 21, 2025
Day 2
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania's capital, has earned its nickname, the "Little Paris of the East", with its wide boulevards and Arc de Triomphe. This morning, enjoy a walking tour through the historic old town of Bucharest. You will observe the many changes this capital city has experienced through a mixture of architectural styles and cultural influences. Bucharest's eclectic architecture is a mix of historical, neo-classical, communist-era, and modern buildings. Your guided tour will take you through the old town and show you the most popular places in Bucharest while hearing stories of its history and getting local insights for shopping and dining opportunities. The afternoon is free for you to explore the city on your own. (B) ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Saturday - Mar 22, 2025
Day 3
Bucharest, Romania
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Sinaia, Romania
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Brasov, Romania
En route to Brasov, you'll visit the quaint mountain town of Sinaia. While in Sinaia you will visit Peles Castle. Peles Castle is considered by many to be one of the most stunning castles in Europe and a masterpiece of German new-Renaissance with 160 rooms filled with priceless European art. After your tour of Peles Castle you will depart for Brasov. Considered the heart of Romania and surrounded by the beautiful Southern Carpathians, Brasov is one of the most visited cities in Romania. Upon your arrival in Brasov, enjoy a walking tour of this storied Transylvanian city. (B) ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Sunday - Mar 23, 2025
Day 4
Brasov, Romania
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Sighisoara, Romania
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Brasov, Romania
Dracula lovers are in for another treat with an excursion to Sighisoara, birthplace to Transylvania's most notorious ruler, Vlad Tepes, also known as Vlad the Impaler or Dracula. It's hard to believe that this perfectly preserved UNESCO World Heritage-designated town filled with resplendent pastel-colored buildings, stone lanes, medieval towers, and pedestrian-friendly Old Town was Vlad's place of birth. His home is still here, marked with a placard; however, today it houses a kitschy restaurant called "Casa Dracula". (B) ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Monday - Mar 24, 2025
Day 5
Brasov, Romania
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Bran Castle, Romania
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Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Day 5 - Monday - Mar 24, 2025
Day 5
Cruise Begins
Giurgiu, Romania
Journey through the Romanian countryside to Bran, where you'll visit Transylvania's legendary Bran Castle, forever linked with the legend of Dracula. Later in the day, transfer to Giurgiu where you will embark upon your Gems of Southeast Europe river cruise. (B,D)
Giurgiu, Romania
Embark your ship in Giurgiu. Tonight gather onboard and meet your fellow passengers. (B,L,D)
Tuesday - Mar 25, 2025
Day 6
Giurgiu, Romania
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Bucharest, Romania
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Giurgiu, Romania
Rousse, Bulgaria
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Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
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Rousse, Bulgaria
Experience the best of Bucharest, Romania's capital, known as the "Little Paris of the East", with its wide boulevards and Arc de Triomphe. Then visit Bulgaria's ancient capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval fortress and multiple orthodox temples. You can opt instead to explore Rousse, known for its 19th- and 20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture, and then afterwards visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo with frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Wednesday - Mar 26, 2025
Day 7
Vidin, Bulgaria
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Belogradchik, Bulgaria
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Vidin, Bulgaria
Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria's oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions. Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved medieval castle in Bulgaria. Continue on to Belogradchik, one of Bulgaria's natural wonders, where you can hike around its most spectacular rock formations. Alternatively, visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian yogurt and banitsa, a pastry you will also get to make. You also have the choice to bike through Vidin and to the castle. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Thursday - Mar 27, 2025
Day 8
Iron Gates
The Iron Gates is one of Europe's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. The Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian and Balkan mountains, forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. The ancient Serbian king Decebalus is proudly carved into the mountainside and always captivates travelers. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Friday - Mar 28, 2025
Day 9
Belgrade, Serbia
Explore Serbia's capital, Belgrade, on a city tour, which includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. Alternatively, visit the Royal Palace, the official residence of the Serbian Royal Family, and the House of Flowers, the mausoleum of Marshal Tito, who became the first President of Yugoslavia. Or enjoy a taste of the region by sampling Serbian plum brandy, Slivovitz, and delicious local delights at the Quburich Distillery, followed by a panoramic tour of Avala Mountain. Later in the day, choose from a hike to Kalemegdan Fortress, known for its winding walking paths and incredible river views, or join a guided bike tour. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Saturday - Mar 29, 2025
Day 10
Novi Sad, Serbia
Vukovar, Croatia
Cruise to Novi Sad, sometimes called the "Serbian Athens". Discover Novi Sad on a walking tour to Dunavski Park and through Stari Grad, the Old Town center. If you prefer a more active exploration, join a guided biking tour or hike through Fruska Gora National Park. Visit Petrovaradin Fortress, a mighty stronghold no enemy has ever breached. Vukovar is a Croatian symbol of resistance, which you'll better understand on your city tour showcasing the Ovcara Memorial and Eltz Castle. Alternatively, choose a wine tasting in Ilok, a center of wine production since Roman times, where you'll sample its famous Grasevina, Traminac, and Frankovka wines. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Sunday - Mar 30, 2025
Day 11
Mohacs, Hungary
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Pecs, Hungary
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Mohacs, Hungary
Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Mohacs. You'll then visit Pecs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter's Basilica, the city's main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Szechenyi Square, the heart of Old Town Pecs. You will also see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim the Victorious, one of the symbols of the city. Or, for wine connoisseurs, you'll want to go to the Szekszard wine region, one of the oldest red wine-growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago. You may also take an exhilarating guided bike tour around Mohacs. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Enjoy a city tour of the Hungarian capital. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Castle Hill district, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Chain Bridge. Afterward, transfer to Vienna via motorcoach and check into your hotel. (B)
The "City of Waltzes" offers a treasure trove of gems just waiting to be discovered on your city tour. See the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs before concluding in Vienna's historic city center. (B)
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