Grand Balkan Christmas Tour: 12-Day From Bucharest, Romania
ID: GYG1145270-1756525
Categorie:
Land: Bulgarije
Duur:
12 dagen
Beschrijving
Celebrate the holidays on a 12-day private Balkan adventure from Bucharest! Explore 7 countries, festive markets, UNESCO towns, and winter scenery in comfort and style. ❄️✨
Grand Balkan Christmas Tour from Bucharest, Romania — 12 Days / 11 Nights
Discover the Balkans in festive style, beginning in Bucharest with its charming Old Town and a welcome dinner surrounded by holiday lights. Travel to Veliko Tarnovo, where medieval streets and the Tsarevets Fortress sparkle in Christmas decorations. Continue to Sofia, Skopje, and Ohrid, enjoying historic landmarks, cozy lakeside evenings, and a traditional festive dinner.
The journey takes you along the Adriatic coast in Budva/Kotor, through Mostar’s Ottoman quarter and Sarajevo, ending with Belgrade, Thessaloniki, and Plovdiv before returning to Bucharest. Every day offers a blend of culture, history, festive markets, and seasonal cheer, all from the comfort of handpicked 4★ hotels and private transport.
Itinerary:
Day 1 – Bucharest (Romania): Arrival, Old Town charm & festive welcome dinner.
Day 2 – Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria): Tsarevets Fortress, Christmas lights in the medieval town.
Day 3 – Sofia: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Christmas market, local flavors.
Day 4 – Skopje (North Macedonia): Stone Bridge, Old Bazaar, festive riverfront.
Day 5 – Ohrid: Lakeside views, St. Kaneo Church, cozy winter evening.
Day 6 – Tirana (Albania): Skanderbeg Square, Blloku nightlife, festive lights.
Day 7 – Budva/Kotor (Montenegro): Adriatic coast, medieval alleys & winter calm.
Day 8 – Mostar → Sarajevo (Bosnia & Herzegovina): Stari Most, Ottoman quarter, Baščaršija.
Day 9 – Sarajevo → Belgrade (Serbia): Fortress views, bohemian Skadarlija.
Day 10 – Novi Sad → Thessaloniki (Greece): Petrovaradin Fortress, seaside promenade.
Day 11 – Thessaloniki → Plovdiv (Bulgaria): Roman Theatre, Kapana arts district.
Day 12 – Return to Bucharest: Scenic drive & end of services.
Christmas twist: Celebrate with a traditional festive dinner in Ohrid or Sarajevo, depending on your dates. Optional New Year’s Eve gala dinner available.
Why You’ll Love This Tour:
Explore 7 countries in one unforgettable festive route
Private and flexible — set your pace, choose stops and photo moments
Stay in 4★ central hotels near Christmas markets and major sights
Seasonal magic — authentic festive dinners, winter lights, and cozy photo ops
Hoogtepunten
- Explore 7 Balkan countries on a festive 12-day winter route
- Visit Bucharest, Veliko Tarnovo, Sofia, Ohrid, and Budva/Kotor
- Enjoy Christmas markets, mulled wine & cozy seasonal dinners
- See UNESCO towns, medieval fortresses & scenic Adriatic coast
- Handpicked 4★ hotels with private transport and expert guide
Talen
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
✈️ Airport Pickup Instructions Upon arrival at Bucharest Airport, please proceed to the Arrivals Hall after collecting your luggage. Your driver/guide will be waiting for you just outside the customs exit, holding a sign with your name or the Radfesta Travel and Tours logo for easy recognition. If your flight is delayed, don’t worry — we monitor arrivals and will adjust your pickup time accordingly.
INCLUDED
- 11 nights in 4★ hotels with daily breakfast
- Private English-speaking driver/guide & vehicle throughout
- Airport transfers in Bucharest (arrival & departure)
- Sightseeing tours in Bucharest, Veliko Tarnovo, Sofia, Skopje, Ohrid, Tirana, Kotor/Budva, Mostar, Sarajevo, Belgrade, Thessaloniki & Plovdiv
- Entrance fees to main sights listed in the itinerary
- Christmas dinner (or optional New Year gala)
- Local taxes, road tolls, parking fees
NIET INBEGREPEN.
- International flights ✈️
- Meals & drinks not mentioned
- Optional New Year Gala Dinner supplement
- Personal expenses & tips
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Visa fees (if applicable)
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