Seven nights on a luxury river ship Expert cruise director Transfers, port charges, porterage and gratuities included Butler, room service and laundry (select suites) Discover all things Hungarian in the town of Kalocsa
8 Day Balkan Jewels
Seven nights on a luxury river ship Expert cruise director Transfers, port charges, porterage and gratuities included Butler, room service and laundry (select suites) Discover all things Hungarian in the town of Kalocsa
Travelling with Inspiring Vacations allows you to explore the wonders of the world in a variety of different ways. We have partnered with a worldwide network of local travel experts to bring you culturally unique and delightfully unforgettable travel experiences. Whether it is meandering through narrow canyons by rail, cruising the idyllic waters of the Mediterranean or touring through the backroads of provincial towns, Inspiring Vacations trips offer amazing value and will leave you inspired.
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In Veliko Târnovo, 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 3 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 4 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 5 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.
Get out and explore Novi Sad or call in on a local farmstead.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 Kalocsa Puszta
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Uncover all things Hungarian today with a cultural cavalcade in Kalocsa. Local handicrafts are on show at the Folk Art House, then visit a paprika producer.
Spend the morning on a Signature Experience. Afterwards, a farm in Puszta is the perfect setting for a stellar horse show and authentic Hungarian lunch.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 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.
Today unfolds as you please. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Budapest
Say your farewells, disembark your ship and be transferred to the airport.
Meals
Breakfast
Inclusions
What's Included
Seven nights on a luxury river ship Expert cruise director Transfers, port charges, porterage and gratuities included Butler, room service and laundry (select suites) Discover all things Hungarian in the town of Kalocsa
Fine Print
Optional Tours
Freedom of Choice activities are included in your package and can be booked through your Tour Director.
Hotel List
MS AmaReina, MS AmaStella or MS AmaVenita
How to Book & Payments
Deposit & Payments
Book now and secure your package with a AUD $1000 deposit per person. Pay a 2nd instalment of AUD $819 per person within 28 days. You will then be invoiced for final payment 90 days prior to departure. Booking Process
Select the purple 'Reserve Your Seat' tab to begin your booking (you must 'Sign Up' first by entering your email and creating a password) Then select the purple 'Book now' tab of the tour you have selected Select your Departure Date, Departure City, Number of Passengers, Room Configuration, any Upgrade Options, and enter any Special Requests Click the purple ‘Proceed to Secure Checkout' tab Enter your credit card or PayPal details to secure your deposit/payment. You may also pay via BPAY (not available within 70 days of departure) Once your order is complete, you will be prompted to complete a Booking Form so that we can fulfil your booking Your booking is confirmed once your Booking Form is submitted and you can begin the countdown to your Inspiring Vacation!
Exclusions
Airfares Personal Expenses Travel Insurance Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
Important Information
Accommodation The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, however, any changes are beyond our control.
Single Supplement A single supplement is available on all nights of this trip from an extra AUD $2090 subject to availability.
Triple Share Not available.
Children Children must be 5 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children are charged the same price as adults.
Tour Documentation Final documentation will be provided approximately 30 days prior to travel.