Balkan Discovery
Experience the extraordinary destinations of Eastern Europe on this Danube River cruise adventure through the Balkans. You’ll cruise through the rich landscapes and cultural locale...
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Ports of Call & Itinerary
7-night voyage departing Budapest, arriving Oltenita.
Route Map
Balkan Discovery
8 ports plotted · click a marker for details
Day 1
Budapest , Hungary
Wednesday, 21 Oct 2026
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube. It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now. Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves. Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City. The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles. Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe. The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish. Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.
Day 2
Vukovar , Croatia
Thursday, 22 Oct 2026
Day 3
Novi Sad , Serbia
Friday, 23 Oct 2026
Day 4
Belgrade , Serbia
Saturday, 24 Oct 2026
Day 5
Golubac , Serbia
Sunday, 25 Oct 2026
Day 6
Vidin , Bulgaria
Monday, 26 Oct 2026
Day 7
Oltenita , Romania
Tuesday, 27 Oct 2026
Day 8
Oltenita , Romania
Wednesday, 28 Oct 2026
Room Type & Prices
All prices per person based on double occupancy. Solo traveller prices — single occupancy. Contact our cruise experts for the latest availability and best fares.
Panorama Suite
200 sqft · Up to 2 guests
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