Grand Balkan Tour: Bulgaria, Romania & Serbia 11 Days

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11 days (approximately)
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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.

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
Breakfast (Optional[10])
Breakfast
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)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead travelers names on it.

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Meeting point
Sofia

We will pick the travelers from their hotel or apartment in Sofia, just specify the address and time for pick up.

End point
Belgrade

Itinerary

Duration: 11 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Sofia (Bulgaria)

    1 stop
  • 1
    Sofia

    Meet and assist at Sofia Airport. Transfer and check-in at 4* Rosslyn Central Park Hotel or similar. Free time for leisure.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Sofia City Tour – Rila Monastery – Sofia

    1 stop
  • 2
    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.

    8 hours • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 3

    Sofia – Veliko Tarnovo – Arbanassi

    1 stop
  • 3
    Veliko Tarnovo

    Transfer to Veliko Tarnovo. Visit Tsarevets Fortress and Samovodska Charshiya. Tour of Arbanassi Village with its richly decorated Nativity Church.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Veliko Tarnovo – Bucharest (Romania)

    1 stop
  • 4

    Cross the Danube at Ruse. Arrive in Bucharest for panoramic city tour: Palace of the Parliament, Romanian Athenaeum, Revolution Square.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Bucharest – Sinaia – Bran – Brasov

    1 stop
  • 5
    Bucharest

    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.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Brasov – Sighisoara – Sibiu

    1 stop
  • 6
    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.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 7

    Sibiu – Timisoara

    1 stop
  • 7
    Timisoara

    Depart westward to Timisoara, Romania's cultural gem and 2023 European Capital of Culture. Explore Union Square, Victory Square, Orthodox Cathedral.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Timisoara – Vršac – Belgrade (Serbia)

    1 stop
  • 8

    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.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Belgrade City Tour

    1 stop
  • 9
    Belgrade

    Visit Kalemegdan Fortress, Republic Square, St. Sava Temple, Skadarlija Bohemian Quarter. Optional Danube & Sava River cruise.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 10

    Belgrade – Novi Sad – Belgrade

    1 stop
  • 10
    Belgrade

    Full-day trip to Novi Sad, Serbia’s second city. Tour the Petrovaradin Fortress and historic city center. Return to Belgrade.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 11

    Departure from Belgrade

    1 stop
  • 11
    Belgrade

    Transfer to Belgrade Airport for departure.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free

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
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