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The Belogradchik Rocks are a group of strangely shaped sandstone and conglomerate rock formations located on the western slopes of the Balkan Mountains near the town of Belogradchik in northwest Bulgaria.
TRAVELMARVEL
River Cruise

LEGENDS OF THE BALKANS

2026

River Cruise

Balkan Adventure

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Travelmarvel River Cruise
Offering superior comfort at outstanding value, whilst enjoying the perfect balance of inclusions and leisure time.

Legends of the Balkans

Includes return flights from the UK. Discover the beauty of the Balkans along the Danube River. Begin in Romania’s capital, Bucharest, before exploring stunning sights in Bulgaria as you make your way to Hungary. Small traditional towns and the grand capital Budapest then await.

8 day River Cruise

Itinerary

8 days / 7 night River Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Bucharest, Giurgiu, Embark Ship

Day 2

Ruse, Veliko Târnovo, Arbanasi 

Day 3

Vidin, Belogradchik

Day 4

Scenic Cruising

Day 5

Novi Sad

Day 6

Kalocsa, Puszta

Insider Experiences

Day 7

Budapest

Enhance Your Journey

Day 8

Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Return scheduled flights from the UK*
Seven nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director and local guides
20 meals – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drinks, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
Transfers, port charges and tipping
Explore seven towns, villages and cities
Enjoy a traditional Hungarian horse show with Magyar cowboys in Puszta

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

E1X1D9 Hungarian cowboy Csikos Once common on the Great Hungarian Plain, Kalocsa, Hungary

Traditional Horse Show

In Puszta, enjoy a traditional horse show featuring Magyar cowboys and fine equestrian skills. 

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change 

  • Flights from the UK are subject to flight and booking class availability

  • Prices are for cruise only. Flights are not included unless specified 

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