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ITINERARY

DAY
01

Arrive Budapest, Hungary

Today, begin your beautiful journey through Hungary, Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria with Airtours Holidays. Arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport where you will be met by your Tour Manager at the arrival area after clearing immigration and customs. Kindly make your own arrangement if you are unable to meet the Tour Manager at the designated time. Later, transfer to your hotel , ( STD check-in Time -1500hrs)

Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner.
Overnight in Budapest (D)

DAY
02

Budapest - Guided City Tour - River Danube Cruise

After a buffet breakfast, proceed for a guided tour of Budapest. Hungary is a treasure trove of architectural masterpieces - from Roman ruins and medieval town houses to baroque churches, neoclassical public buildings and Art Nouveau bathhouses and schools. The guided city tour will lead you to most interesting and famous sights of the Hungarian capital: Budapest Parliament House, Castle District, Citadella, Andrássy Avenue, St. Stephen's Basilica, State Opera House and Hősök tere (Heroes' Square). See all the wonderful sights of Budapest: the grand squares, monuments and churches of the city and the unique panorama of the River Danube! Enjoy a local lunch. Later, embark on a Budapest Danube Boat Tour and explore Budapest’s most beautiful sights while sailing along the River Danube.

Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner .
Overnight in Budapest (B, LL, D)

DAY
03

Budapest – Drive to Szeged - Guided City Tour

After A buffet breakfast check out and drive to Szeged Known as the City of Sunshine -beautiful Avenues and Squares, it has a rich history. Start your guided city tour and visit Klauzal square, visit Dugonics square, named by the writer of the first Hungarian novel. Visit Rerrich Béla Square. Enjoy Local Lunch and admire lovely place to walk around.

Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner
Overnight in Szeged (B, LL, D)

DAY
04

Szeged – Timișoara, Romania – Onto Hunedoara

After a buffet breakfast, check out and drive to Timișoara. Embark on a walking tour to learn about Timișoara's fascinating history and visit its main sights and landmarks. Walk through the city's main squares (Liberty, Union, Victory) and admire the restored Art Nouveau and Baroque architecture. Pass by Timișoara's major landmarks: the 'Three Holy Hierarchs' Orthodox Cathedral, Opera Square, City Hall. Enjoy a local lunch. Thereafter, drive to Hunedoara where you will visit Corvin Castle, also known as Hunyadi Castle, one of the most beautiful castles in Romania and one of the largest castles in Europe. Its construction began in 1440, and it was designed as a defense fortress against the Ottoman Empire.

Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner
Overnight in Hunedoara (B, LL, D)

DAY
05

Hunedoara – Sibiu – Sighișoara – Viscri - Onto Brașov

After a buffet breakfast, check out and drive to Sibiu. See the prominent historical and cultural monuments such as St. Mary's Evangelical Church - a Gothic architectural masterpiece; The Bridge of Lies - a legendary pedestrian bridge located in the center of Sibiu; Tour du Conseil - the symbol of Sibiu, often found on Sibiu souvenirs; The Small Square with The Eyes of Sibiu - the iconic eyebrow dormers on the roofs of Sibiu's houses, and the Brukenthal National Museum. Later we drive to the citadel of Sighișoara. Marvel at the numerous towers, especially the 64 m-high Clock Tower. See the house where Vlad the Impaler was born as per legend and the Stag House. Next we visit the Scholar's Stairs, a covered staircase built in 1642 to allow people to reach the school and the church easily in winter time as heavy snowfall covered most of the citadel. Only 176 of the 300 original steps have lasted to this day. Enjoy a local lunch. Continue to the small village of Viscri - one of Romania's most beautiful Saxon villages, best-known for its centuries-old fortified church and traditional houses. King Charles III of the UK has properties in Viscri. Proceed to Brașov.

Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner
Overnight in Brașov (B, LL, D)

DAY
06

Brașov – Guided City Tour - Bran – Sinaia - Onto Bucharest

After a buffet breakfast, check out and proceed on a guided city tour of Brașov - a medieval city, founded in 12th century. The tour leads you to the historical city center with the big square, the old city-hall, and the Black Church - the main Gothic-style monument in Romania. Continue to Bran where you will discover Dracula's Castle and the truth behind the legend. The castle was originally built in 1377 to safeguard the trading route between Transylvania and Wallachia. Later it became the Royal Residence in the 1920s under Queen Marie of Romania. Enjoy a local lunch. Next we drive to Sinaia, the erstwhile royal family's favourite city. Sinaia is also known as the 'Carpathian Pearl'. This town has abundant beauty in its landscapes, guarding a treasure of Romanian history: The Peleș Castle, used as a summer residence by the royal family. Later, drive to Bucharest.

Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner
Overnight in Bucharest (B, LL, D)

DAY
07

Bucharest - Guided City Tour

After a buffet breakfast, proceed on a guided city tour of the Romanian capital. Visit the Royal Palace, the Central University Library, the Bucharest City Hall and other interesting sights of Bucharest - also called 'Little Paris' because of the architectural style of the buildings that was inspired by the monuments in Paris. Later visit the Parliament Palace - the second largest administrative building in the world. Thereafter, proceed to visit Dimitrie Gusti National Village Museum, a charming open-air museum that showcases traditional Romanian village life with all the original houses restored. Moreover, the village museum hosts many traditional fairs, where you can find traditional food, arts and crafts. Located near the Village Museum, proceed to Herăstrău Park that is considered the most spectacular and the most visited park in Bucharest. Enjoy a steamboat ride with lunch at a local restaurant along Herăstrău lake. Later enjoy some free time.

Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner
Overnight in Bucharest (B, LL, D)

DAY
08

Bucharest – Drive to Ruse, Bulgaria – Onto Veliko Tarnovo

After a buffet breakfast, check out and drive across the River Danube to Ruse, known for its 19th- and 20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture. It is often called the 'Little Vienna'. The city is also the main Bulgarian port along the banks of the River Danube. Visit the Rusenski Lom River Valley, which together with the wider area of the Lom Rivers harbours a rich variety of flora and fauna. Enjoy a local lunch. Visit the Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the 12th century, hermits dug out monasteries, chapels and churches here. The 14th-century murals testify to the exceptional skill of the artists belonging to the Tarnovo School of painting. Later in the afternoon, visit the historical Tsarevets Fortress and see the Patriarchal Church and Baldwin's Tower.

Tonight enjoy an Indian dinner
Overnight in Veliko Tarnovo (B, LL, D)

DAY
09

Veliko Tarnovo – Arbanasi – Etara – Kazanlak - Onto Plovdiv

After a buffet/boxed breakfast, check out and transfer to the village of Arbanasi famous for its 17th- and 18th-century churches and examples of Bulgarian National Revival architecture. Later, drive to the Open Air Ethnographic Museum in Etara, where you will discover over 300 years of Bulgarian tradition. Continue onwards to Kazanlak, also known as the 'Valley of the Roses', to learn about the production of Bulgarian rose oil followed by a visit to the 4th century Thracian Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a local lunch. Thereafter, arrive in Plovdiv and discover the city's highlights on a walking tour through the beautiful Old Town. Visit the Regional Ethnographic Museum, the St. Konstantin & Elena Church and the Roman Stadium of Philippopolis.

Tonight enjoy a local dinner
Overnight in Plovdiv (B, LL, LD)

DAY
10

Plovdiv – Sofia - Guided City Tour

After a buffet breakfast, check out and drive to Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. On arrival embark on a guided city tour. Visit the historical 5th century Saint Sofia Church. In the 14th century, the church gave its name to the city, previously known as Serdika. Continue on the city tour and see the National Assembly, the Serdica Archaeological Complex and the Patriarchal Cathedral of St. Alexander Nevsky. Enjoy a local lunch. In the afternoon explore Sofia's modern side along the Vitosha Boulevard, which is lined with shopping outlets, restaurants, cafés and the imposing Sofia Court House.

Tonight enjoy a local dinner
Overnight in Sofia (B, LL, LD)

DAY
11

Depart Sofia

After buffet/boxed breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your flight back home.

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TOUR COST & DATE

DEPARTURE DATES IN 2025
August 30
September 13
  • Tour starts in Budapest, (Hungary) on the above-mentioned dates
TOUR COST (Hungary Romania Bulgaria)
LAND COST 10 Nights 11 Days
Per Person on Twin Sharing US$ 2,999
Single Room Supplement US$ 790

NOTE

  • As a 3rd person in a triple room, most hotels use rollaway beds and room size may be the same as the double bed. There will be no reduction for triple sharing.
  • Single Room Supplement charges will be applicable in case two different people are sharing a room and one of them cancels the tour.
  • There could be possibility of flight departure on the previous evening.
  • On certain departure dates the itinerary may be operated in reverse order. However, all services and inclusions will remain the same.

TOUR INFO

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS

SIGHTSEEING AND EXCURSIONS

HUNGARY
Budapest
  • Guided City Tour
  • Visit Buda Castle
  • Cruise on the River Danube
Szeged
  • Guided City Tour
  • Wine tasting
ROMANIA
Timișoara
  • Walking tour of Timișoara
Hunedoara
  • Visit Corvin Castle
Sibiu
  • Visit St. Mary's Evangelical Church
Brașov
  • Guided City Tour
  • Visit Bran Castle
Sinaia
  • Orientation tour of Sinaia – 'the Carpathian Pearl'
  • Visit Peleș Castle
Bucharest
  • Guided City Tour
  • See the Parliament Palace
  • Visit Dimitrie Gusti National Village Museum
BULGARIA
Ivanovo
  • Visit the Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo
Veliko Tarnovo
  • Visit the Tsarevets Fortress
Arbanasi
  • Drive through the picturesque village
Etara
  • Visit the Open Air Ethnographic Museum
Kazanlak
  • Visit Kazanlak - the Valley of the Roses
  • Visit the Thracian Tomb
Plovdiv
  • Walking tour of Plovdiv
  • Visit the Regional Ethnographic Museum
  • Visit the Old Town and the Roman Stadium of Philippopolis
Sofia
  • Guided City Tour

ACCOMMODATION

  • 02 nights at Hotel Novotel Budapest Centrum or similar in Budapest
  • 01 night at Novotel Szeged or similar in Szeged
  • 01 night at Werk Hotel and Spa or similar in Hunedoara
  • 01 night at Hotel Ramada Brasov or similar in Brașov
  • 02 nights at Mercure Bucharest Unirii or similar in Bucharest
  • 01 night at Yantra Grand Hotel or similar in Veliko Tarnovo
  • 01 night at Ramada by Wyndham Trimontium or similar in Plovdiv
  • 01 night at Hotel Best Western Terminus or similar in Sofia

MEALS - AS SPECIFIED IN THE ITINERARY

  • Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel except on Day 01
  • Daily Local/Western/Continental vegetarian lunches
  • Daily Indian/Local/Western/Continental vegetarian/non-vegetarian dinners

WATER TIPS AND PORTAGE

  • 2 bottles mineral water (500 ml each) per person per day
  • Tips to drivers and guide
  • Portage of 1 bag per person (20 Kg)

TRANSFERS

  • All transfers and extensive excursions with entrance fees (as specified in the itinerary) by deluxe air- conditioner coach

TOUR MANAGER

  • Services of a professional and experienced Tour Manager.

WHAT YOUR TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Cost of international air tickets
  • Cost of deviation: In case any clients wish to deviate from the group departure dates mentioned in the brochure i.e. either travel before the departure date of your tour or would like to come back on a later date after the tour ends, there will be an additional charge that will be applicable which will be advised to you by our sales team. The same is subject to availability of accommodation & entrances for the revised dates. Kindly also note, the deviation request should be made at the time of booking the tour.
  • Cost of Transfer: In case clients are arriving or departing at a time that is different from the group arrival/departure time, which will  be conveyed to all tour group members while booking the tour, there will be an  additional cost of transfer. The group arrival and departure timings will vary from tour to tour.
  • Medical/ Travel insurance.
  • Any expenses of personal nature such as laundry, mineral  water, alcoholic beverages, food and beverages that are not part of the regular menu provided by us, mini bar,  telephone calls, pay channels, cruise to shore excursions and any type of  beverages during the cruise etc.
  • Anything not specifed under inclusions.
  • Meals other than those mentioned in your itinerary
  • Cost of excursions, city sightseeing, entrance fees and local guides  availed of by the passengers, other than that mentioned in ‘What Your Tour Price Includes’
  • Departure and City Taxes except where included.

VISAS REQUIRED TO TRAVEL ON YOUR TOUR

    EAST EUROPE
  • USA Citizens : No Visa Required
  • Indian Passport with Green Card : Schengen Tourist Visas Required

          Note : Cost of the above-mentioned visas are not included in your tour price.

OVERSEAS TRAVEL INSURANCE:

    It’s very important to find out before you leave whether or not your medical insurance will cover you overseas. Your regular U.S. health insurance may not cover doctors’ and hospital visits in other countries. We recommend clients take overseas travel insurance to cover any eventuality while on tour.

IMPORTANT POINTS TO BE NOTED

  • All tours will be operated subject to a minimum of 25 full paying passengers traveling together. In case there are less than 25 full paying passengers the clients will be given an option of travelling on another departure date.
  • Standard check-in at hotels is 1400-1500 hours and check out is 1100-1200 hours.
  • The Tour Cost is a combination of various arrangements and multiple services, and hence cannot be calculated on an individual service basis. The tour cost is one single component and not calculated individually.
  • Single Room Supplement charges will be applicable in case two  people are sharing a room and one of them cancels the tour.
  • Passengers taking early morning flights will be provided with boxed/packed breakfast.
  • Keeping in view the luggage compartments of coaches, trains & internal flight regulations, we strongly recommend you to carry only medium size luggage and 1 carry-on/cabin bag per person.
  • The granting of Visas is at the sole discretion of the Embassy or Consulate. Air Tours Holidays is not responsible for granting of visas and are only a facilitator in the visa application process and any situation arising out of delay in granting visas by the authorities has to be sorted by the clients.
  • In case you are not able to continue the tour due to loss of passport, theft, illness, or any other life-event beyond our control, Air Tours is not liable to give any refund on unutilized services.
  • Please note that in case any clients loses their passport, the cost of getting a new passport and necessary charges to revise the arrangement to return home will be borne by client, and there will be no refund for any unutilized services.
  • Air Tours shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any delay in flights or change in Schedule by the airline and any situations arising out of the same. Any damages caused to the hotel rooms/coach during your stay, shall be payable by the passengers. Air Tours will not be liable for the same.
  • Air Tours shall not accept any liability or responsibility for any damages, loss, injury, accident, death, delay, breakdown or irregularity which may occur in carrying out of the tour arrangement.
  • Air Tours will not be liable in any loss of baggage by the Airline. However, we will provide assistance in tracing any lost baggage.
  • Air Tours reserves the right to charge any additional expenses due to delay or changes in train, plane, bus, ship or other services, weather conditions, strikes, war, quarantine and any other cause whatsoever and all such losses or expenses must be borne by the passengers.
  • Air Tours reserves the right to amend, alter, vary or withdraw any particular departure, excursion advertised or substitute a hotel of similar class if deemed advisable or necessary.
  • Please ensure to take the necessary vaccinations and shots depending on the destination you are travelling to.
  • There will be no refund on unutilized services or partly utilized services under any circumstances.
  • For the convenience of our passengers, Air Tours will sometimes amend the itinerary; however all the other services will remain the same.
  • If clients prefer to have meals on their own there will be no refund.
  • All hotels may not have Tea or Coffee machines in the room.
  • It is strictly not allowed to eat, drink or smoke inside the Coach.
  • Coaches may not have any Wi-Fi facilities or USB phone charging options on board.
  • Updating of mileage is subject to Airlines terms & conditions in group fare.
  • We request the airlines for your preferred seats however this is as per their policy and at their discretion.
  • Please refer to the booking form for detailed cancellation policy and ‘Terms and Conditions’.
  • The company reserves the right to cancel any tour prior to the departure, without assigning any reason.
  • All monies paid by you will be fully refunded in USD only, and no compensation will be payable.
  • In case of cruises, internal flights, train tickets and visas 100% of the cruise cost paid will be forfeited, in case of any cancellations irrespective of time of cancellation.
  • Airtours Holidays LLC does not assume responsibility for any fees relating to the issuance and/or cancellation of air tickets or other arrangements not done by us.

BOOKING TERMS AND CANCELLATION POLICY

  • Due to very high and constant demand, as a Tour Operator, we are required to pay non-refundable deposits to secure and block accommodation, entrances to prominent landmarks, train tickets, cruise tickets, internal flight tickets amongst other services to cover all services indicated in the itinerary. For this very reason we are required to take a non-refundable deposit from you for booking the tour.
  • In view of the above, unfortunately, this deposit cannot be refunded , even in case of any emergency due to which you have to cancel the tour.
  • We humbly advise you to take necessary insurance to cover the tour cost, in case of any eventuality.
Booking Terms
Non – Refundable deposit to book your tour US$ 1000 Per Person
Full payment to be made 75 Days prior to Departure date
Cancellation Policy
74 Days to 45 Days 50% of Total Tour cost Per Person
44 Days to 30 Days 75% of Total Tour cost Per Person
30 Days till Tour date 100% of Total Tour cost Per Person
Discontinuation of tour due to any personal emergency No refund for unutilized services

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