Cruising,River Cruising
Today, make you way to the port to board the ship for your Gems of Southeast Europe cruise. Meals: Dinner
Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Mohács. Afterwards, you will visit Pécs, which was founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans. Visit the UNESCO designated Christian Necropolis, St. Peter’s Basilica, which is the city’s main Catholic Cathedral along with its Catacombs and Széchenyi Square, which is the heart of Old Town Pécs. You will also see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim the Victorious, which was one of the symbols of the city. For wine connoisseurs, you will want to go to the Szekszárd wine region, which is one of the oldest red wine growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago. You may also take an exhilarating guided bike tour around Mohács. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Enjoy your morning in Vukovar on a guided city tour where you may visit sites such as Eltz Manor House and Vukovar’s famous water tower. Alternatively, you may see Osijek on a guided tour. For those looking for a more active experience, you may explore Vukovar on an active bike tour. In the afternoon, enjoy a Croatian wine tasting and tour in the Old Cellars, famous for their Grasevina, Traminac and Frankovka Wines. You can also choose to explore the Vucedol Museum, home to fascinating exhibits on prehistoric culture and one of the most important Archaeological Sites in Europe. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore Serbia’s Capital, Belgrade, on a city tour including the Nikola Tesla Museum, which encompasses the world renowned inventor’s life and inventions, as well as the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Sava, the largest Church in the world. Alternatively, you can hike to Belgrade Fortress. In the afternoon, enjoy a taste of the region by sampling a few types of Serbian Brandy paired with delicious local appetisers including Šlivovitz, which was added in 2022 to UNESCO’s list of 'Intangible Cultural Heritage'. For those wishing a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour. Alternatively, explore Novi Sad, a city rich in tradition and culture, on an afternoon walking tour. Begin your tour at the Dunavski (Danube) Park before strolling through Stari Grad, the Old Town Centre and explore Liberty Square, which is dominated by the Old Town Hall. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit Golubac Fortress, which is a medieval fortified town on the south side of the Danube River, before cruising through the Iron Gates. The Iron Gates is one of Europe’s most awe inspiring natural wonders. The Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains, forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. The Ancient King Decebalus, the last King of Dacia, is proudly carved into the mountainside and always captivates travellers. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria’s oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions. Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved Medieval Castle in Bulgaria. Alternatively, visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian Yogurt and Banitsa, a pastry you will also get to make. You also have the choice to bike through Vidin and to the Castle. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit Bulgaria’s Ancient Capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its Medieval Fortress and multiple Orthodox Temples. You can opt instead to go to Rousse, known for its 19th and 20th Century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture. Afterwards, visit the UNESCO designated Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo with frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th Century paintings. Later in the day, travel through the Romanian countryside to the Capital of Bucharest, known as the 'Little Paris of the East'. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the historic city centre and its elegant architecture. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, bid farewell to Giurgiu as you prepare for your onward journey or return flight home. Meals: Breakfast
River Cruise Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (aw)
