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Budapest to the Black Sea River Cruise: Gems Of Eastern Europe

Budapest to the Black Sea River Cruise

Gems Of Eastern Europe

15 days from only $5,499pp

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  • Explore Veliko Tarnovo, Arbanasi, the Churches of Ivanovo, Belogradchik Rocks and Pleven in Romania on guided tours.
  • In Serbia discover the only European capital built at the confluence of two rivers, Belgrade, it's second largest city, Novi Sad, and Mesolithic Lepenski Vir.
  • Visit Romania's Bucharest and explore the Palace of Parliament, the Athenaeum and the Orthodox churches and squares that 'Little Paris' has to offer, and the ancient city of Constanța on the Black Sea coast.
  • Marvel at the natural beauty of the Danube Delta, Europe’s largest wetlands with UNESCO status, and sail through the impressive Iron Gates Gorge.
  • See Croatia's Vukovar and Osijek, tour Hungary's Kalosca, plus a scenic drive into the Puszta to an equestrian farm, and explore the imperial city of Budapest.
 
At a Glance
Drinks package included
14 nights on board a 5-star ship
17 included experiences
Full board (except one lunch)
Complimentary on-board tea & coffee
Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi
Expert Cruise Director
All port charges & taxes
 

Overview

On this incredible journey through the Balkans, we start by exploring the stunning sights of Kalocsa and Belgrade, with its magnificent Kalemegdan Fortress. Then it’s off to Pleven passing through the Iron Gates Gorge and the Djerdap locks before visiting Bucharest. Known as ‘little Paris’ this gem of a capital city will capture your heart with its romantic buildings and tree-lined boulevards.

Then we explore the very best of The Danube Delta and enjoy a cruise through Europe’s largest area of wetlands and marshlands – a UNESCO-listed site. From here we see Constanța where you can explore it’s charming Old Town and museums, Veliko Tarnovo and the village of Arbanasi.

After taking a scenic drive to the spectacular rock formations at Belogradchik we visit Lepenski Vir – one of the most important Mesolithic archaeological sites in Serbia before travelling to Novi Sad, Osijek and Vukovar. Finally, we discover the imperial city of two halves – Budapest.

Your Itinerary

Price Includes

Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a twin cabin with a limited number of single cabins available on all decks, at the relevant supplement. The price includes: 

  • Full board during your cruise from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day (except lunch on day 6)
  • Free Superior drinks package
  • Complimentary on-board tea and coffee
  • Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi (connection speeds may vary)
  • All visits and excursions as mentioned 
  • Coach travel as mentioned
  • English-speaking expert guides 
  • The services of a Riviera Travel cruise director

Useful Information

Fact File

  • Currencies: Euro (Ship and Croatia), Forint (Hungary), Lev (Bulgaria), Leu (Romania),
  • Languages: Serbian, Bulgarian, Romanian, Croatian, Hungarian
  • Countries: Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Hungary

Wi-Fi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship for the duration of your cruise. Please note that speeds may vary.

Mobility

We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your vacation with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the vacation due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to contact us to discuss these concerns. 

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