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8 Night Enchantment of Eastern Europe Cruise and Land Tour

From Bucharest, (Romania) to Budapest, (Hungary)

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Emerald Star
Emerald Cruises
4 Stars
Cruise #: 14008962
Sail Date: Friday, May 16, 2025
Return Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
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Room Types & Rates:
Riverview
$3,785
Suite
$4,685
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy
Includes taxes & fees

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8 Night Enchantment of Eastern Europe Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - May 16, 2025
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Bucharest, Romania
  • Bucharest, Romania
Welcome to Bucharest, where you'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel, perfectly situated in the city, for your overnight stay. Nicknamed the 'Paris of the East', the center of Bucharest encapsulates a distinctive Parisian atmosphere, with wide avenues adorned by famous landmarks and quaint leafy boulevards that cross the city. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - May 17, 2025
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Bucharest, Romania
  • Bucharest, Romania
  • Bus Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 2 - Saturday - May 17, 2025
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Cruise Begins
  • Cruise Begins
  • Giurgiu, Romania
After enjoying the plush surrounds of your hotel this morning, you'll have the opportunity to learn about some of Bucharest's most iconic attractions during a guided drive around the city, including a visit to the Spring Palace. Then, you'll have time to explore the leafy boulevards at your leisure. After your insightful tour, you'll be transferred from Bucharest to Giurgiu, on the banks of the Danube, where a warm welcome from your captain and crew awaits onboard your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. ...
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Sunday - May 18, 2025
Day
3
Rousse, Bulgaria
  • Rousse, Bulgaria
Today, you'll have the opportunity to learn about Bulgarian history, as you explore the city that many call "The Little Vienna". Immerse yourself in the beauty of its Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture and stroll along the charming promenade. If you would prefer to do something more active, then instead, you could choose to embark on a guided hike to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo, known for their famous 14th-century frescoes. Tonight, you'll have the chance to mingle with your fellow guests while enjoying the welcome reception and dinner. ...
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Monday - May 19, 2025
Day
4
  • Vidin, Bulgaria
Viticulture forms the heart of life in the most western town in Bulgaria, where sun-kissed vineyards pepper the banks of the Danube and winemaking has prospered for generations. Your included tour of Vidin will introduce you to a peaceful side of life that revolves around wine, as you weave through a local vineyard and learn about their produce, before enjoying a tasting session. Afterwards, your local guide will take you to Baba Vida, a fortress that was originally constructed at the turn of the 10th century and is known for being one of only a handful of beautifully preserved castles in the country. If you're feeling more active, you can instead choose to embark on a guided hike to Belogradchik Fortress, located on the northern slopes of the Balkan Mountains. ...
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Tuesday - May 20, 2025
Day
5
Donji Milanovac, Serbia
  • Donji Milanovac, Serbia
  • Bus Travel
  • Lepenski Vir
  • Bus Travel
  • Donji Milanovac, Serbia
  • Golubac Fortress, Serbia
This morning, relax onboard and admire your surroundings as we sail along the mighty Danube to Donji Milanovac, where a visit to the Lepenski Vir archaeological site, one of Europe's best-hidden gems, awaits. Located right on the riverbanks, the Palaeolithic site is one of the most important of its kind on the continent, effortlessly capturing more than eight millennia of history. Archeologists from around the world have used this site to learn about a number of different Stone Age settlements and the way that prehistoric cultures moved across Europe. ...
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Wednesday - May 21, 2025
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6
Belgrade, Serbia
  • Belgrade, Serbia
Serbia's vibrant capital is yours to explore today. Your local guide will take you on a motorcoach tour through the heart of the city, highlighting its many landmarks. The motorcoach will pass through the center, where you'll notice reminders of the country's turbulent history, set amongst the quiet and peaceful streets. Witness the ornate beauty of the Church of Saint Sava, one of the largest religious buildings in Europe, before stopping for a tour of the Museum of Yugoslavia. If you're feeling more active, then you may instead choose to learn about Belgrade's history during a guided bike tour. This evening, you will be invited to the Horizon Lounge where a traditional Serbian folklore show will provide spectacular entertainment. ...
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Thursday - May 22, 2025
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Vukovar, Croatia
  • Vukovar, Croatia
Today, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a truly unforgettable EmeraldPLUS experience, as you're invited into the home of a local family for a traditional Croatian lunch. Enjoy an afternoon of sailing further up the Danube towards Hungary, before joining your fellow passengers for a farewell dinner. ...
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Friday - May 23, 2025
Day
8
  • Meszesidunapart, Hungary
  • Bus Travel
  • Kalocsa, Hungary
  • Bus Travel
  • Puszta Cultural Experience, Hungary
  • Bus Travel
  • Meszesidunapart, Hungary
In the morning, we will sail to Kalocsa, a place known for its paprika production and colorful festivals. Discovering Hungary's culture is an easy task in Kalocsa, where traditional folk art can be found around every corner and old traditions pave the way for daily life. Later, you will venture to the Puszta, or Great Hungarian Plain, to visit a traditional Puszta horse farm. Your guide will teach you about the traditional performances of the Magyar cowboys, and you'll have the opportunity to witness some of their exceptional equestrian skills first-hand as they showcase some of their exercise drills. This evening, enjoy an authentic Hungarian folklore show onboard, followed by a traditional dinner. ...
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Saturday - May 24, 2025
Day
9
Budapest, Hungary
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  • Budapest, Hungary
After breakfast, it is time to say farewell to your fellow guests and transfer to the airport, taking memories of a traditional Puszta equestrian performance and viticulture on the banks of the Danube with you.
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