Grand Balkan Tour: Bulgaria, Romania & Serbia 11 Days
Overview
1 week 4 days
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Discover Eastern Europe on this private 11-day guided tour through Bulgaria, Romania, and Serbia, one of the most complete Balkan itineraries available on Viator.
Start in Sofia, Bulgaria's vibrant capital, before visiting the iconic Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in mountain forests. Explore Plovdiv, one of Europe's oldest continuously inhabited cities, and the medieval fortress town of Veliko Tarnovo.
Cross into Romania for Bucharest's grand boulevards and the Palace of Parliament, the world's second-largest building.
Journey deep into Transylvania to visit Peleș Castle (Romania's most-photographed landmark), Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), the UNESCO-listed citadel of Sighișoara, and charming Sibiu. Continue to Timișoara, city of the 1989 Revolution, before entering Serbia for two days in Belgrade and a day trip to Novi Sad's Petrovaradin Fortress.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Arrival in Sofia (Bulgaria)
Accommodations
Hotel 4★
Sofia
Meet and assist at Sofia Airport. Transfer and check-in at 4* Rosslyn Central Park Hotel or similar. Free time for leisure.
Sofia City Tour – Rila Monastery – Sofia
Accommodations
Hotel 4★
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Rila Monastery
Guided city tour: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Rotunda of St. George, and Parliament Square. Afternoon visit to UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery. Return to Sofia.
Sofia – Veliko Tarnovo – Arbanassi
Accommodations
Hotel 4★
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Veliko Tarnovo
Transfer to Veliko Tarnovo. Visit Tsarevets Fortress and Samovodska Charshiya. Tour of Arbanassi Village with its richly decorated Nativity Church.
Veliko Tarnovo – Bucharest (Romania)
Accommodations
Hotel 4★
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Romania
Cross the Danube at Ruse. Arrive in Bucharest for panoramic city tour: Palace of the Parliament, Romanian Athenaeum, Revolution Square.
Bucharest – Sinaia – Bran – Brasov
Accommodations
Hotel 4★
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Drive through scenic Carpathians to Sinaia. Visit Peles Castle. Continue to Bran Castle, linked with the Dracula legend. Arrive in Brasov: explore the Black Church, Council Square.
Brasov – Sighisoara – Sibiu
Accommodations
Hotel 4★
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Sighisoara
Travel to Sighisoara, a UNESCO medieval town. Walk through the citadel and climb the Clock Tower. Afternoon arrival in Sibiu. Stroll through the Large Square, Small Square, and the Bridge of Lies.
Sibiu – Timisoara
Accommodations
Hotel 4★
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Timisoara
Depart westward to Timisoara, Romania's cultural gem and 2023 European Capital of Culture. Explore Union Square, Victory Square, Orthodox Cathedral.
Timisoara – Vršac – Belgrade (Serbia)
Accommodations
Hotel 4★
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Vrsac
Cross into Serbia via Vršac. Short walking tour in Vršac Old Town. Continue to Belgrade, check-in at 4* Hotel Moskva or Crowne Plaza Belgrade. Free time.
Belgrade City Tour
Accommodations
Hotel 4★
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Belgrade
Visit Kalemegdan Fortress, Republic Square, St. Sava Temple, Skadarlija Bohemian Quarter. Optional Danube & Sava River cruise.
Belgrade – Novi Sad – Belgrade
Accommodations
Hotel 4★
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Belgrade
Full-day trip to Novi Sad, Serbia’s second city. Tour the Petrovaradin Fortress and historic city center. Return to Belgrade.
Departure from Belgrade
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Belgrade
Transfer to Belgrade Airport for departure.
Options
Tour Bulgaria-Romania-Serbia
What‘s Included
10 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels
Border assistance
Airport arrival (Sofia) and departure (Belgrade) transfers
Private guide/driver for 11 days
Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
Tour planning and operational coordination
All land transportation Bulgaria – Romania – Serbia
Lunches and dinners
Flights
Entrance fees (churches, castles, museums, UNESCO sites)
Optional river cruise in Belgrade
Local specialist guides where required
Tips and personal expenses
Travel insurance
Visa fees (if applicable)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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