Board your luxurious ship in the beautiful Romanian city of Giurgiu for this fascinating cruise along the River Danube through the dramatic Iron Gates to enchanting Budapest.
Explore the ancient city of Veliko Tarnovo before cruising through the Iron Gates, one of Europe's natural wonders which forms a border between Serbia and Romania.
Join an exciting guided tour of Novi Sad and continue along the Danube to Kalocsa for an exclusive Signature Experience. Enjoy a visit to the Folk Art Museum and a Paprika Manufacturer, before watching a traditional horse riding show at a farm in Puszta. An overnight stop in the Hungarian capital of Budapest gives ample time to see the famous sights, including the Hungarian Parliament and ornate Fisherman's Bastion.
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Balkan Jewels Itinerary
Day 1 - UK - Bucharest (Romania) - Giurgiu
Fly from the UK to Bucharest and transfer to Giurgiu to board your luxury river ship. Welcome Dinner on board tonight. (D)
Day 2 - Rousse (Bulgaria)
Travel from Rousse to the ancient city of Veliko Tarnovo for a guided tour. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Vidin - Belogradchik
Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the 10th century medieval castle which is located above the remains of the ancient town of Bononia in Vidin. Then journey to Belogradchik and explore the ancient fortress on the northern slope of the Balkan Mountains before visiting the towns rock formations. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Iron Gates (Serbia)
Admire the dramatic scenery of the Iron Gates.
Day 5 - Novi Sad
Take a guided tour of lively Novi Sad, or call at a local farmstead. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Kalocsa (Hungary)
Discover Hungarian culture during your exclusive Signature Experience in the historical town of Kalocsa. Visit the Folk Art House, a Paprika manufacturer and a farm in Puszta for a traditional horse riding show followed by lunch. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Budapest
Join a local guide for an exciting tour of Budapest which straddles the River Danube. Alternatively, hike to Gellert Hill or enjoy a culinary walking tour around Great Market Hall. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Budapest - UK
After breakfast, disembark ship and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. (B)
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.