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Land Segment of Itinerary
Wednesday - Apr 7, 2027
Day 1
Bucharest, Romania
Arrive in Bucharest and check into your lovely hotel.
Land Segment of Itinerary
Thursday - Apr 8, 2027
Day 2
Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest, Romania's capital, has earned its nickname, the "Little Paris of the East", with its wide boulevards and Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy a visit to the city's most impressive sites-including the historic city center and the Palace of the Parliament, second only to the Pentagon as the largest administrative building in the world. Or take a walking tour of Bucharest's Old Town. (B) ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Friday - Apr 9, 2027
Day 3
Bucharest, Romania
Bus Travel
Bran Castle, Romania
Bus Travel
Brasov, Romania
Journey through the Romanian countryside to Bran, where you'll visit Transylvania's legendary Bran Castle, forever linked with the legend of Dracula. Later, head to Brasov for a walking tour and check into your hotel. (B)
Land Segment of Itinerary
Saturday - Apr 10, 2027
Day 4
Brasov, Romania
Bus Travel
Sighisoara, Romania
Bus Travel
Brasov, Romania
Dracula lovers will be in for another treat with an excursion to Sighisoara, birthplace to Transylvania's most notorious ruler, Vlad Tepes, also known as Vlad the Impaler or Dracula. It's hard to believe that this perfectly preserved UNESCO-designated town filled with resplendent pastel-colored buildings, stone lanes, medieval towers, and pedestrian-friendly Old Town was Vlad's place of birth. His home is still here, marked with a placard; however, today it houses a kitschy restaurant called "Casa Dracula". (B) ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Sunday - Apr 11, 2027
Day 5
Brasov, Romania
Bus Travel
Sinaia, Romania
Bus Travel
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Day 5 - Sunday - Apr 11, 2027
Day 5
Cruise Begins
Giurgiu, Romania
Your first stop on the road to Transylvania will be the quaint mountain town of Sinaia. While in Sinaia, you'll visit Peles Castle, considered by many to be one of the most stunning castles in Europe. Tour the castle, which was once the residence of the royal family. Later in the day, transfer to Giurgiu where you will embark the ship for your Gems of Southeast Europe cruise. (B,D) ... Read More
Giurgiu, Romania
Embark the ship in Giurgiu for your Gems of Southeast Europe cruise.
Monday - Apr 12, 2027
Day 6
Rousse, Bulgaria
Bus Travel
Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Bus Travel
Rousse, Bulgaria
Experience more of Bucharest or visit Bulgaria's ancient capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval fortress and multiple Orthodox temples. You can opt instead to explore Rousse, known for its 19th- and 20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture, and then afterwards visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo with frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Tuesday - Apr 13, 2027
Day 7
Vidin, Bulgaria
Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria's oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions. Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved medieval castle in Bulgaria, or visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian yogurt and banitsa, a pastry you will also get to make. You also have the option to take an exhilarating bike tour through Vidin. Alternatively, you can bike through Vidin or enjoy a wine tasting. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Wednesday - Apr 14, 2027
Day 8
Iron Gates
Golubac Fortress, Serbia
The Iron Gates are some of Europe's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. The Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian and Balkan mountains, forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. The ancient King Decebalus, the last king of Dacia, is proudly carved into the mountainside and always captivates travelers. After your scenic cruise, you will arrive at Golubac Fortress - one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in Europe - for a tour. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Thursday - Apr 15, 2027
Day 9
Belgrade, Serbia
Explore Serbia's capital, Belgrade, on a city tour, which includes the Nikola Tesla Museum, encompassing the world-renowned inventor's life and inventions, as well as the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Sava, the largest such church in the world. Alternatively, you can hike to Belgrade Fortress. In the afternoon, enjoy a taste of the region by sampling a few types of Serbian brandy paired with delicious local appetizers, including slivovitz, which was added in 2022 to UNESCO's list of "Intangible Cultural Heritage". Or journey to nearby Novi Sad, often called the "Athens of Serbia", where you will stroll through Stari Grad, Liberty Square, and the Petrovaradin Fortress. For those wishing a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour through Belgrade. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Friday - Apr 16, 2027
Day 10
Vukovar, Croatia
Welcome to historic Vukovar, a Croatian symbol of resistance, which you'll better understand on your city tour showcasing the Ovcara Memorial and Eltz Manor House. Alternatively, choose a wine tasting in Ilok, a center of wine production since Roman times, where you'll sample its famous Grasevina, Traminac, and Frankovka wines; or opt for a guided bike tour through Vukovar. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Saturday - Apr 17, 2027
Day 11
Mohacs, Hungary
Bus Travel
Pecs, Hungary
Bus Travel
Mohacs, Hungary
Visit Pecs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans, and the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter's Basilica, the city's main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Szechenyi Square, the heart of Old Town Pecs. You will also see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim the Victorious, one of the symbols of the city. Or for wine connoisseurs, you'll want to go to the Szekszard wine region, one of the oldest red-wine-growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Disembark the ship in Budapest and prepare for your flight home. (B)
Budapest, Hungary
Cruise Ends
Land Segment of Itinerary
Day 12 - Sunday - Apr 18, 2027
Day 12
Budapest, Hungary
Bus Travel
Vienna, Austria
Bid farewell to your ship and take a sightseeing tour of Budapest, the "Queen of the Danube". Your city tour begins with a visit to the vibrant Great Market Hall brimming with vendors selling everything from food to souvenirs. The remainder of this tour takes you to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that includes views from historic Buda Castle, a visit to Fisherman's Bastion and the beautifully colored Matthias Church. Later in the day, travel to Vienna where you will check into your hotel and enjoy some free time. (B) ... Read More
Savor the imperial elegance of romantic Vienna during a guided sightseeing tour past the city's most famous and beautiful locales, including the UNESCO-designated historical city center. See the regal Vienna State Opera house, towering St. Stephen's Cathedral with its fascinating eagle mosaics and geometric patterned roof, and the majestic Ringstrasse, Vienna's famed ring road, lined with incredible architecture, monuments, and parks. You'll also have some free time to explore Vienna on your own. (B) ... Read More
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