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Grand Tour of Romania, Serbia & Bulgaria
Explore the highlights of Romania, Serbia and Bulgaria on this 15-night escorted tour by Explore Worldwide, from Bucharest’s urban mix to the Black Sea coast and historic Balkan cities.
- Duration
- 15 nights
- Departures
- 9 dates
- Choose a month below
- Countries
- Romania, Serbia, Bulgaria
- Operator
- Explore Worldwide
- From
- £2,570
- per person
Highlights
What makes this one worth it
Romanian Atheneum and Palace of Parliament in Bucharest
Bran Castle associatedWith Queen Marie of Romania
Viminacium Roman city and military fort in Serbia
UNESCO-listed Rila MonasteryWith colourful frescoes
Black Sea coast visitsIncluding Kaliakra Fortress and Balchik Palace
About the trip
This small-group tour with Explore Worldwide begins in Bucharest, where communist-era structures jostle with Art Nouveau buildings and leafy parks. A visit to Bran Castle follows, known for its connections to Queen Marie rather than Dracula, before moving on to the Transylvanian towns of Brasov and Sibiu with their medieval streets and local beers served by the metre.
Crossing into Serbia, the route takes in the ancient Roman ruins of Viminacium and the charismatic capitals Belgrade and Novi Sad, where fortress tunnels hide tales of rebels and presidents. In Bulgaria, the itinerary stretches from Sofia’s Soviet monuments to the colourful mosaics of Rila Monastery and the rose-scented fields near Kazanlak. The tour rounds off with a relaxed couple of days on the Black Sea coast, walking cliffs and visiting a former queen’s summer palace.
There’s a pleasing mix of history, from Roman tombs and Ottoman relics to communist memorials, alongside moments for quiet contemplation in well-chosen towns. The pace allows time to absorb rather than rush through sights, although border crossings can be long. The trip ends back in Bucharest, where museums and Old Town lie in wait.
- 1 Bucharest
- 2 Bran Castle
- 3 Belgrade
- 4 Novi Sad
- 5 Sofia
- 6 Rila Monastery
- 7 Plovdiv
- 8 Varna
Itinerary
The route
Bucharest
Bran Castle
Belgrade
Novi Sad
Sofia
Rila Monastery
Plovdiv
Varna
These are the places the trip visits, in order. Explore Worldwide publishes the day-by-day itinerary on its own site.
When to go
Departures and prices
Lowest price each month, per person.
Explore Worldwide confirms exact dates, availability and prices when you book.
Need to know
Before you book
- Price based on
- Per personThe operator confirms the exact basis when you book.
- Travelling alone
- Check with Explore Worldwide
- Flights
- Not included: you book your own to the start
- What’s included
- Check with Explore Worldwide
- Accessibility
- Check with Explore Worldwide
For full details of what’s included, check with Explore Worldwide. See the full details on their site
Questions people ask
- How long is Grand Tour of Romania, Serbia & Bulgaria?
- Grand Tour of Romania, Serbia & Bulgaria is a 15 nights tour holiday.
- Who operates Grand Tour of Romania, Serbia & Bulgaria?
- Grand Tour of Romania, Serbia & Bulgaria is operated by Explore Worldwide.
- How much does Grand Tour of Romania, Serbia & Bulgaria cost?
- Prices for Grand Tour of Romania, Serbia & Bulgaria start from £2,570, subject to availability.
The operator
Explore Worldwide
Small-group adventures, walking and wildlife
Small groups with local leaders, and a fondness for the places at the end of the road. Trips are graded so you know how active they are.
You book with Explore Worldwide directly. They confirm your place, take payment, and look after you from the moment you leave home; Atlas & Passage’s part ends when you click through.
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