Cruise · APT · 10 nights

Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania

Cruise the Danube River and discover charming riverside towns and villages.
Visit the grand sights of Budapest, Belgrade, and Bucharest.
Tour Transylvania and the famous Bran Castle, known as 'Dracula's Castle'.

From

$5,670 pp twin share

$9,570 pp solo share

10 nights

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Legends of the Balkans with Transylvania

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Arrive Bucharest: to Disembark Ship Cruise

Discover the grand sights of Eastern Europe on this 11-day river cruise and land tour. Explore Budapest, Belgrade, Bucharest, and the fabled Bran Castle.

Trip Details

Departs: 2 April 2027
Returns: 30 August 2027
Embarks: Arrive Bucharest:
Disembarks: Disembark Ship
Operator: APT

Explore the best of the Balkans on a seven-night cruise along the Danube River. Discover the grand sights of Budapest, Belgrade and Bucharest, visit the fabled Bran Castle, explore charming riverside towns and villages, cruise through the spectacular Iron Gates and tour Transylvania.

$5,670

pp twin share

$9,570

pp solo share

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

2 April 2027

Returns

30 August 2027

Duration

10 nights

From pp twin share

$5,670 pp

From pp solo cabin

$9,570 pp

02 Apr 2027 - 12 Apr 2027
from $5,670 pp twin share / $9,570 pp solo *
12 Apr 2027 - 22 Apr 2027
from $5,820 pp twin share / $9,820 pp solo *
25 Jun 2027 - 05 Jul 2027
from $5,970 pp twin share / $10,070 pp solo *
23 Jul 2027 - 02 Aug 2027
from $5,870 pp twin share / $9,920 pp solo *
20 Aug 2027 - 30 Aug 2027
from $5,970 pp twin share / $10,070 pp solo *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Cabin grades, balcony upgrades and pre-cruise hotel options are quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Arrive Bucharest
Upon arrival at the airport, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel in Bucharest.
2
Bucharest, Brasov
This morning, embark on a guided tour of the city, taking in the wide, tree-lined boulevards and Belle Époque buildings. Stroll through the Old Town to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church, and the historic Lipscani district. Later, continue your journey to Brașov.
3
Brasov
This morning, travel to Bran Castle, famously known as ‘Dracula’s Castle.’ With a local guide, explore its fascinating history as you walk through its many rooms, admiring the 19th-century antiques. Afterward, return to Braşov for a guided tour through its medieval streets.
4
Brasov, Giurgiu, Embark Ship
After breakfast, travel to your river ship. Stop on the way in the town of Sinaia for some free time.
5
Ruse, Veliko Târnovo, Arbanasi
Today, discover the fortified walls and cobblestone lanes of Veliko Târnovo, once the capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire and a city steeped in medieval history. Join a local guide for a tour of its historic centre, including the restored Tsarevets fortress, the former citadel of the empire. Afterwards, continue to the hilltop village of Arbanasi, renowned for its heritage and well-preserved architecture, where you’ll enjoy a traditional lunch before returning to your ship.
6
Vidin, Belogradchik
Explore Baba Vida, a medieval stronghold dating back to the 10th century, and admire its imposing walls and towers while learning about its storied past. Continue to Belogradchik to visit the ancient Belogradchik Fortress, dramatically set on the northern slopes of the Balkan Mountains. While here, take time to admire the town’s remarkable rock formations, which give Belogradchik its distinctive and striking landscape.
7
Scenic Cruising
The day is yours to spend on board. Take it easy and relax, taking in postcard-perfect views from the Sun Deck.
8
Novi Sad
Step ashore to explore Novi Sad, Serbia’s second-largest city and often regarded as its cultural capital. Join a guided tour through its charming streets and lively cultural precincts, followed by free time to relax and soak up the atmosphere. You may also wish to visit Petrovaradin Fortress, an imposing complex overlooking the Danube, where the intriguing catacombs reveal glimpses of the fortress’s storied past.
9
Kalocsa, Puszta
Dock in Kalocsa, a charming Hungarian town steeped in history on the banks of the Danube. From here, travel to the Puszta for your Insider Experience.
Insider Experience – Traditional Horse Show
In the Puszta, enjoy a traditional horse show showcasing the remarkable riding skills of the Hungarian cavalry. You may also choose to take an optional carriage ride, visit the stables and meet the riders.
10
Budapest
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Budapest. You may wish to join an optional tour to the city’s Great Market Hall, a must-visit housed in a beautiful 19th-century building and a paradise for food lovers and shoppers. Alternatively, visit the Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum, a wartime hospital built within the caverns beneath Buda Castle and later used as a nuclear bunker during the Cold War. This evening, enjoy a Captain’s Farewell Dinner.
Enhance Your Journey – Great Market Hall Tour
Join a culinary tour through the market, discovering a variety of Hungarian sausages, meats, cheeses, fruits and vegetables.
Enhance Your Journey – Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum
Explore the Hospital in the Rock Nuclear Bunker Museum, once a World War II hospital and later a Cold War bunker, located within the caves beneath Buda Castle.
11
Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest
Disembark your ship this morning and be transferred to the airport.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

Traditional Horse Show.
Day 1 highlights Arrive Bucharest:
Upon arrival at the airport, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel in Bucharest.
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Day 2 highlights Bucharest, Brasov:
This morning, embark on a guided tour of the city, taking in the wide, tree-lined boulevards and Belle Époque buildings. Stroll through the Old Town to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church, and the historic Lipscani district. Later, continue your journey to Brașov.
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Where you’ll stay