Voyage through the Balkans roundtrip Budapest

from 

£3,695

per person
 
Duration: 14 Days
Destination: Europe River
Tour Provider: APT Luxury Travel
Deal Code: DCCPL6L

 

 

Description

Pricing is based on departure date 15th March 2023

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Take advantage of fantastic discounts of £1,500 per person, plus free flights in Business Class* on our APT Luxury Magnificent Europe, Voyage Through the Balkans and Western Front Explorer cruises. As well as a saving of up to £1000 per person and free economy flights on our APT Travelmarvel European Gems 15 day river cruise. 

Absorb the castle-lined cliffs, terraced vineyards and magnificent cities as you cruise long the enchanting Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers.  Delight your tastebuds with the region's stunning seasonal produce when dining aboard your river cruise.

Hurry! These Fly Free offers and prices are only valid until 30 November 2022, book today to secure these great value deals.

Flexible Booking Cover: 2022/23 holiday can be postponed up to 100 days prior to the departure date and must be booked onto a new date within 12 months of the original tour date.


Itinerary Highlights: 

Voyage through the Balkans

Itinerary: Roundtrip Budapest

No of days: 15

Cabin: Category E


What does your holiday includes? 

  • Return scheduled flights from the UK and home-to-airport transfers by private car*
  • Experiences in 12 destinations
  • Luxury dining – a total of 41 meals and a wide range of onboard beverages
  • 14 nights on a luxury river ship with the services of an expert APT Cruise Director 
  • Butler, room service and laundry (select suites)
  • Transfers, port charges and gratuities
  • Visit Eltz Manor, a baroque castle set amongst vast parkland
  • Discover all things Hungarian in the town of Kalocsa

Day wise itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive Budapest, Embark Ship

Welcome to Budapest, the historic Hungarian capital. Once you’ve arrived at the airport, we’ll whisk you away to your luxury river ship, docked on the Danube River.

Stay: 14 Nights, a Concerto River Ship

Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Budapest

Enjoy a morning city tour of Budapest taking in its historic monuments, including Fisherman’s Bastion and Heroes’ Square. The afternoon is at leisure to further explore.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Mohacs 

FREEDOM OF CHOICE

History buffs can venture to the ancient city of Pecs. Or perhaps travel to Hungary’s renowned wine region in Villany for a tasting at a local winery. Otherwise, get active on a guided bike ride along the Danube River to an ancient water mill.

You have the choice as to how you spend your day.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Vukovar 

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Today, visit Eltz Manor, a castle that houses the Vukovar City Museum. Wander through the complex then be treated to a glass of sparkling wine, accompanied by classical music.

Bearing battle scars from the Croatian War of Independence, Vukovar has risen strong and offers a rich history to discover. Enjoy a Signature Experience here.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Belgrade 

FREEDOM OF CHOICE

Perhaps see the Belgrade Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St Sava. If you’re feeling more physical, embark on a kayak tour along the Danube. Or gourmet lovers can partake in a cooking class.

In Serbia’s capital, choose your activity.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Iron Gates

Cruise through the Iron Gates and experience one of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders you will encounter on this cruise. Your ship will ribbon its way through the series of gorges between Serbia and Romania.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Rousse 

FREEDOM OF CHOICE

You might choose to explore the incredible World Heritage-listed Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo. This fascinating complex is made up of churches, chapels and monk cells that were carved into the rock during the 13th and 14th centuries. Alternatively, set out on a walking tour and discover Rousse, one of Bulgaria’s most elegant cities.

You have the choice as to how you spend your day.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Giurgiu, Bucharest 

FREEDOM OF CHOICE

Either visit the Palace of the Parliament, which is the second-largest administrative building in the world, or wander the open-air Village Museum and gain an insight into traditional Romanian life.

With an entire day in Bucharest, take in the wide tree-lined boulevards and Belle Epoque buildings, then walk through the Old City centre to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church and the Lipscani district. After lunch, choose your activity.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Rousse, Veliko Tarnovo

In Veliko Tarnovo, a local expert will guide you through this medieval city. Uncover its rich history as you wander through the city’s cobbled lanes and fortified walls. Its centrepiece is the spectacular restored Tsarevets Fortress, citadel of the Second Bulgarian Empire.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: Vidin, Belogradchik

Explore Baba Vida Fortress in Vidin. Raised upon the remains of the ancient town of Bononia, the medieval castle dates back to the 10th century. Afterwards, venture to Belogradchik to uncover its ancient fortress on the northern slope of the Balkan mountains. You’ll also see the town’s unique rock formations.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 11: Scenic Cruising

The day is yours to relax on board, sleep in and take it easy, or awake early and take in stunning views from the Sun Deck.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12: Novi Sad 

FREEDOM OF CHOICE

Get out and explore Novi Sad, Serbia’s second-largest city. Otherwise, call in on a local farmstead for a real dose of Vojvodinian culture – featuring traditional breakfast, music and freshly-made doughnuts.

Choose how you’d like to spend the day.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 13: Kalocsa, Puszta 

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Uncover all things Hungarian today with a cultural cavalcade in Kalocsa, set right on the Danube Local handicrafts are on show at the Folk Art House, then visit a producer of one of Hungary’s spiciest exports, paprika.

Enjoy a Signature Experience today. Afterwards, a farm in Puszta is the perfect setting for a stellar horse show and authentic Hungarian lunch.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 14: Budapest 

FREEDOM OF CHOICE

The active may like to hike to Gellert Hill, or perhaps enjoy a more relaxed culinary walk through Budapest’s Great Market Hall. Alternatively, set out on an insightful tour of the Hospital in the Rock, a museum dedicated to a former secret emergency hospital and nuclear bunker.

Today unfolds as you please. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 15: Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest

Say your farewells, disembark your ship and be transferred to the airport.

Meals: Breakfast

 

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