Budapest to Istanbul

1N Budapest , 2N Sighisoara , 2N Brasov , 1N Bucharest , 2N Veliko Tarnovo , 1N Sofia , 1N Plovdiv and 2N Istanbul
13 days

From

US$ 1,620

per person

Operated by G Adventures

About the tour

Hotels/pensions (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), overnight train/bus (1 nt). with Breakfast Your G for Good Moment: Nem Adom Fel Café and Bar, Budapest Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group. Budapest orientation walk. Half-day tour of Sighisoara and surrounding countryside villages. 'Dracula's Castle' (Bran). Bucharest orientation tour. Hike to Arbanasi village. Sofia orientation walk. Istanbul city tour with local guide. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.Hotels/pensions (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), overnight train/bus (1 nt). with BreakfastHotels/pensions (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), overnight train/bus (1 nt). with BreakfastHotels/pensions (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), overnight train/bus (1 nt). with BreakfastHotels/pensions (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), overnight train/bus (1 nt). with BreakfastHotels/pensions (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), overnight train/bus (1 nt). with BreakfastHotels/pensions (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), overnight train/bus (1 nt). with BreakfastHotels/pensions (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), overnight train/bus (1 nt). with Breakfast

Highlights

  • Discover the rich and varied culture of Eastern Europe, visit 'Dracula's Castle' and charming Slavic villages, explore the spectacular cities of Budapest and Istanbul

Meals

10 breakfasts

Accommodation

Hotels/pensions (10 nts), overnight train (1 nt), overnight train/bus (1 nt).

Included in the price

Budapest

  • Your G for Good Moment: Nem Adom Fel Café and Bar, Budapest
  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group. Budapest orientation walk. Half-day tour of Sighisoara and surrounding countryside villages. 'Dracula's Castle' (Bran). Bucharest orientation tour. Hike to Arbanasi village. Sofia orientation walk. Istanbul city tour with local guide. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Day-wise Itinerary

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Day 1: Budapest

  • There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
  • We recommend booking pre-accommodation to fully explore this breathtaking city.

Day 2: Budapest/sighișoara

  • Enjoy an orientation walk of Budapest to get a feel for this charming city. Opt to spend free time visiting Buda Castle, wandering the streets of Pest, or soaking in a thermal bath.
  • This evening, visit a G Adventures-supported social enterprise café and enjoy a farewell drink, before boarding an overnight train to Sibiu.

Day 3: Sighișoara

  • Explore the medieval walled citadel with its cultural attractions and great restaurants and bars.
  • Sample some Romanian cuisine—the Casa Dracula (original home of Vlad, the model for Count Dracula) is now a restaurant specializing in hearty meat and game dishes of the region.

Day 4: Sighișoara/braşov

  • Enjoy a half-day guided tour of Sighisoara and nearby countryside. Take in the beautiful rolling scenery and visit medieval villages and fortified churches.
  • In the early evening, transfer to the city of Brasov, the best preserved medieval city in Romania.

Day 5: Braşov

Impressively situated on a rock outcrop and dominating the valley, this 14th century castle is steeped in history and folklore. Soak in the gorgeous countryside as you learn about the creepier side of Romania.

Day 6: Braşov/bucharest

Travel to Bucharest and enjoy an orientation walk. Take time to explore the Soviet-esque architecture, the beautiful cathedral, or indulge in Bucharest's international cuisine.

Day 7: Bucharest/veliko Tarnovo

Enjoy this charming town and opt to visit the Tsarevets Fortress just outside the city.

Day 8: Veliko Tarnovo

Enjoy the morning in the medieval town of Veliko Tarnovo. In the afternoon, visit the hilltop village of Arbanasi. Soak in the views over Veliko Tarnovo.

Day 9: Veliko Tarnovo/sofia

  • A mix of western grandeur and Soviet bulk, Sofia boasts a gold-domed church and delicious international dining.
  • Sample modern takes on Bulgarian and international food, with some great trendy dining opportunities.

Day 10: Sofia/plovdiv

Opt to relax over coffee and a Bulgarian baklava, a specialty of the area.

Day 11: Plovdiv/istanbul

Spend the day exploring more of Plovdiv before boarding an evening bus to Istanbul.

Day 12: Istanbul

  • After getting the lay of the land with a local guide, spend some free time visiting all you can in this eclectic city straddling two continents.
  • In the evening, there are plenty of cool little bars and restaurants to celebrate the end of an amazing journey over a raki or two.

Day 13: Istanbul

We highly recommend you book post-accommodation to fully enjoy this vibrant city.

Starting from

US$ 1,620

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