About this trip
A 16-day journey through Romania, Serbia and Bulgaria, taking in three capital cities and the countryside in between. Expect a mix of grand history — Roman ruins, Ottoman quarters, communist-era relics — alongside the rolling hills of Transylvania and the Black Sea coast.
This is a fully guided group trip with a moderate pace, moving between cities and landscapes as you trace the region's layered past.
You'll go from castle myths to monastery frescoes, picking up the threads of empires that shaped this part of Europe.
What you'll do
- Explore Castle Bran and its legends
- See the stained glass and interiors of Peles Castle
- Wander Belgrade's Ottoman, Roman and communist-era sites
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery and its frescoes
- Travel through Transylvania's countryside and the Rose Valley
- Reach the Black Sea coast
- Covers three countries in 16 days, so expect regular travel between destinations
- Private rooms are included throughout
Worth it if you want breadth over depth across three countries with a genuinely knowledgeable guide. Think twice if you prefer fewer places and more downtime.
- Guide Constantine (or Costin) consistently goes above expectations answering questions and curating excellent restaurants throughout.
- The itinerary covers genuine variety: Danube boat trips, Black Sea swimming, medieval castles, Soviet monuments, and three capital cities.
- Introductory walking tours in each city are packed with information but move at pace; suited to keen learners, not casual strollers.
- With 16 days across three countries and many small towns, expect long travel days and limited time in each location to linger.
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Departing in Aug is cheapest — from £2,370, about 9% below the priciest month (Apr).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Bucharest · 27 Aug – 28 Aug
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