Highlights of Hungary & Romania

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“Discovery Hungary and Romania Tour” takes you in just 10 days in two of the most beautiful countries in Eastern Europe. Admire the magnificent city of Budapest, the exotic Transylvania where you’ll discover forgotten villages, well-preserved medieval towns and old legends. You will also discover the vivid city of Bucharest, Romania’s capital city.
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Explore the stunning capital of Hungary - Budapest
    • Visit Szentendre - the most picturesque small town along the Hungarian stretch of the Danube
    • Central Europe's largest medieval castle keep - Visegrad, Enjoy the spa in Budapes
    • Visit the Turda Salt Mine and take a boat ride on the salt lake insid
    • Visit Peles Castle
    • Discover the Black Church - the largest gothic cathedral between Vienna & Istanbul
    • Explore the picturesque Transylvania Plateau with its quaint villages and fortifications
    • Visit the Roman Ruins of Arutela
    • Enjoy Ceausescu's Private Residence

What's this trip about?

    “Discovery Hungary and Romania Tour” takes you in just 10 days in two of the most beautiful countries in Eastern Europe. Admire the magnificent city of Budapest, the exotic Transylvania where you’ll discover forgotten villages, well-preserved medieval towns and old legends. You will also discover the vivid city of Bucharest, Romania’s capital city.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityBucharest
End CitySofia

Travel Themes

  • Culinary & Wine
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • Family Friendly
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Photography

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Bulgaria
  • Romania

Attractions

  • Brasov
  • Bucharest
  • Romania
  • Sofia

Activities

  • Culture
  • Educational/ learning
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Wine Tasting

Trip includes

    • All entrance fees
    • Private Guide
    • Private Vehicle
    • Free Wi-fi
    • Complimentary Bottled Water
    • All taxes
    • 15 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival to Budapest, Hungary

In the afternoon, after your arrival in Budapest, you will meet your English speaking tour guide. Your guide will drive you to your accommodation and after you will have time at leisure.

OPTIONAL: In the evening enjoy a Dinner while cruising the Danube. Overnight in Budapest – Hotel centrally located

Day 2: Budapest City Tour

You will have a great start of day by exploring the stunning capital city of Budapest. The morning city tour will take you on the tree lined Andrassy Avenue to the magnificent Heroes’ Square. The area around it is worth a stroll. Continue to the hustling and bustling ...

Day 3:  Budapest – Aquincum Roman Ruins – Szentendre – Visegrad Citadel – Budapest

Start your day with a visit to Aquincum Roman Ruins located in the northern part of the city. Continue to Szentendre – the most picturesque small town along the Hungarian stretch of the Danube and home to sculptors and painters. The town is a charming monument to the ...

Day 4:  Budapest – Cluj Napoca

Early in the morning, we depart towards Cluj Napoca. Upon arrival, you will have some free time for lunch. Later on, visit the birth house of Matthias Corvinus, Hungary’s most renowned 15th-century king, and learn fascinating stories about his life, as well as the imp...

Day 5:  Cluj Napoca – Turda Salt Mines – Sinaia

Right after breakfast, we drive towards Sinaia with a stop in Turda, at the salt mines.

In this area, the salt deposits were formed 13 million years ago, and the result of two thousand years of work will amaze you. The hundred meter galleries open into a huge r...

Day 6:   Sinaia & Peles Castle – Bran Castle – Brasov

Right after breakfast, take an orientation tour of  Sinaia including a view of the Casino building inspired by the one in Monte Carlo and a stop to Sinaia Orthodox Monastery. Visit one of the most important tourist attractions of the country: Peles Castle, the former ...

Day 7:   Brasov – Harman Fortification – Sighisoara

Leave town for an exclusive visit to one of the typical Transylvanian fortified churches: Harman. Its uniqueness consists in the fact that it is the only structure with dwellings attached to the church. Later drive through the picturesque Transylvanian Plateau with it...

Day 8: Sighisoara –  Biertan –  Sibiu

Depart Sighisoara on the way to Biertan to visit the unique, UNESCO-listed fortified Saxon church. Opportunity for a short walk in the village.

Continue to Sibiu where you will enjoy a leisurely walking tour of old town with the Great and Lesser Squares, mercha...

Day 9: Sibiu –  Bucharest

Leaving Transylvania, you’ll drive on the scenic Olt River Valley and Gorge, one of the most beautiful in Romania. Brief stop at Cozia Monastery featuring on the best late 17th century Last Judgment fresco on the Western façade. Time permitting visit the Roman Ruins a...

Day 10: Bucharest Departure

After breakfast, departure transfer to the airport.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,098
Price per day$210
Last Updated: 12/8/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Carrie

Feb 2020

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Thank you Eastern European Experience!

"After being presented different offers in the hotel we decided to book with this company at the recommendation of our receptionist Alex. We were picked up in a bran...

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Michael

Feb 2020

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Theo was fantastic!

Our day with Theo was fantastic! He is an excellent driver with lots of knowledge about the history of Romania. He also appreciated the importance of Vlad/Dracula fo...

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Andrei

Aug 2022

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Tour cancelled/moved, no refund

Watch out! We booked tour with East European Experience a tour of the Bucharest Parliament Palace. They cancelled/moved the tour without informing us, so we wasted ...

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Eastern European Experience started in 2009 as a small family run business and grew into a larger company providing travelers world wide with amazing travel experience all over Eastern Europe exploring unique and cultural enriching itineraries.

Our tours are created by us, based on our experiences and using places were we like to go with our families & friends. This is how we can offer to you first hand knowledge and expertise about the area. All our tours are guided by a handful of carefully selected fully licensed local guides with great experience working for us so you when you are on a tour you have the chance to find out more about the country you are traveling in from every aspect of it.

We like to make sure that you will have great experiences while traveling and what better way to discover a country than by and with its locals. All of our tours are taking you through villages and unbeaten paths so that you meet the local people and craftsmen, the real heart of Eastern Europe. We always like to say that we are in the business of creating great memories not just tours, so join us in exploring a unique part of the world filled with history and legends.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Single supplement for hotels

Accommodation

,All hotels are located in central locations
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Meals Included

15 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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