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Balkan Adventure (14 Days)

14 days
From Bucharest to Belgrade
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Balkan Adventure (14 Days) - Trafalgar
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Tour Operator:
Trafalgar
Max group size:
48
Age range:
5 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
178145
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Highlights

  • Explore Bucharest's Belle-Époque charm
  • Tour the imposing Palace of the Parliament
  • Visit Bran Castle, the legendary Dracula's home
  • Stroll through Veliko Târnovo's medieval streets
  • Discover Belgrade's history and Kalemegdan Fortress

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Welcome to Bucharest
  2. Day 2 Journey to Transylvania and Braşov
  3. Day 3 Dracula’s Castle and More in Braşov Dive Into Culture
  4. Day 4 Continue to Medieval Veliko Târnovo
  5. Day 5 Onwards to Historic Sofia Stays With Stories
  6. Day 6 Sofia Your Way
  7. Day 7 Journey to Macedonian Skopje
  8. Day 8 Off to Albania and Tirana
  9. Day 9 Journey to Budva
  10. Day 10 Visit Kotor, Venture to Mostar and Sarajevo
  11. Day 11 Discover Sarajevo Connect with Locals
  12. Day 12 On the Road to Belgrade
  13. Day 13 Explore Riverside Belgrade
  14. Day 14 Farewell Belgrade
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Operated by

Trafalgar

Number of tours

370

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

96%

Trafalgar has been hand crafting unique guided holidays for nearly 70 years. They were the first to introduce travellers to the local experience and continue today where destinations come to life through their hand-picked insider experiences. They pave the way by presenting locals who share their...

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Cancellation Policy

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Customer Reviews

  • SW
    · July 5th, 2022
    An excellent trip with an outstanding tour director (Sarah Rossi) and highly skilled bus driver (Bruno). Plenty of option excursion choices along with very good included tours with knowledgeable local guides. The only down side were two of the hotels - Hotel Marinela, Sofia Bulgaria, and Mercure Belgrade Excelsior - that were in desperate need of refurbishment not to mention functioning air conditioning and bathroom cleaning. Otherwise, great trip.
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    Trip date: June 2022
  • A
    · March 18th, 2022
    Of all the companies you could use to book a tour- Trafalgar is the worst of the worst in my experience. Trying to plan a trip through them has been nothing short of a nightmare for the last 6 months. I completely understand the need to cancel trips due to COVID-19 or war, but their handy-dandy "refund" policy only offers you credit towards a future trip- no matter the reason for cancelling, which I find distasteful. God forbid your tour is cancelled too, because if you try and call to rebook you will be on hold for an eternity. The SHORTEST time I've spent on hold waiting to talk to a representative at Trafalgar is 45 minutes. Don't bother booking flights with them either, because we made that mistake, and our agent accidentally booked the tickets with our incorrect names, meaning they needed to be rebooked later at a much higher price than originally agreed upon. And the price difference due to their mistake was charged to our account automatically. That was a terrible surprise to discover when logging into my account after a long day of work! For some positives: the itinerary looks like it will be a lovely time (I will review that separately), and when you actually get ahold of an agent, they are so kind and do their best to help. However, trying to book a vacation with Trafalgar could not have been more of a headache thanks to Trafalgar’s poor management and policies. Like I said, go with another company and save yourself both money and stress.
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    Trafalgar commented on this review
    We genuinely regret to read about the experience you have had prior to the start of your trip, as we know that this was not what you had been expecting. While we're pleased to note that you felt well-served by our Reservations Team when you spoke to our... Show more
    Trip date: March 2022

Dates & Availability

14 days
Balkan Adventure (14 Days)
From Bucharest to Belgrade

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • What travel documents are required for the tour?

      A valid passport with at least six months remaining before expiration is required for travel. Depending on your nationality, additional visas or other documents may be needed.

    • Can I book extra nights at the tour hotels?

      You can book additional pre or post-tour nights subject to availability. These should be arranged directly with the tour operator.

    • What is the policy on gratuities?

      Gratuities are not included in the tour price and are at your discretion. Recommended amounts per day for drivers, travel directors, and local specialists will be listed in your travel documents.

    • What are the terms for canceling a tour booking?

      Cancellation terms can vary. Generally, a deposit may be non-refundable, with full payment required by a specified date before the tour start. Specific terms will be detailed in your booking.

    • Are the optional tours pre-bookable and how do I join one?

      Optional tours can typically be booked during the tour through your travel guide. Specific details about booking can be found in your tour documentation or provided by the tour director.

    • What are the accommodation check-in and check-out times?

      Check-in and check-out times vary but generally, check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 12:00. These times can differ based on the specific accommodations booked.

    • Can I arrange my own flight and still get transportation to the hotel?

      Guests booking independent flight times that do not align with the complimentary shuttle schedules should arrange their own transfers.

    • Are meals included in the tour price?

      Specific meals included with your tour booking can vary. Generally, breakfast is included with accommodation, but details for other meals can be found in the tour itinerary.

    • Is travel insurance required?

      While not mandatory, travel insurance is highly recommended to cover unforeseen circumstances during your travels.

    • Can I pay for the tour with a debit card issued in the United States?

      Yes, you can use a U.S. issued debit card to pay for the tour.

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    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

      Type C
      Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Serbia, Romania and Montenegro
      Type E
      Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Serbia, Romania and Montenegro
      Type F
      Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Serbia, Romania and Montenegro
    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Albania and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Serbia, Romania and Montenegro. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Albania, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Serbia, Romania and Montenegro. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area for Albania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
      • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Albania. Ideally 6 months before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bosnia, Bulgaria and Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before January 27th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 27th, 2025, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Trafalgar. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Trafalgar will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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