9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest worth booking?
9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest is a 216-hour experience in Bucharest, Romania, from $900 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 144 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (5)
- Duration
- 216 hours
- From
- $900 per person
Visit the Balkans in this 9 days tour in wich You will visit 8 countries: Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Hungary. An unforgettable 9-day tour of the not-to-miss Balkan h
What you get
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle for the entire tour
- 8 nights accommodation in 4* hotels
- Professional tour leader
- Breakfast
About this experience
Visit the Balkans in this 9 days tour in wich You will visit 8 countries: Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia and Hungary. An unforgettable 9-day tour of the not-to-miss Balkan highlights, covering the very best of the Balkans attractions with a comfortable pace.
What's included
Included
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle for the entire tour
- 8 nights accommodation in 4* hotels
- Professional tour leader
- Breakfast
Not included
- Tips for the driver/tourguide (5 euro/day/person)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fees at museums
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bucharest
BUS Stop in front of the statues
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Train Station in Budapest
Options you can book
Single Room
Price for a Single Room
Twin Room
Price for a Twin Room
Before you book
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Guided Europe Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- • The order can be changed based on multiple factors like weather, traffic conditions and restrictions, national holidays, ecc but all the visits will be done as indicated in the itinerary, changing just the order keeping in mind that all this is done for your safety or to make more enjoyable your tour.
- !! This tour is a easy walking tour (moderate peace) for persons with a good general fit condition. It requires some small effort like: carrying your own bag on just some steps to get into the hotel (mostly of the hotels have also an elevator), and also some average effort like: walking tours from 2 hours to 4/5 hours (from 1 km to 7 km) depending on the sites visited. To have a better idea: Sofia walking tour: 1,5 hours = 4 km, Skopje Walking Tour: 1,5 hours = 3 km
- Local tour guide in Romania, Sofia, Skopje, Tirana, Sarajevo
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for 9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Average
The car was sooooo uncomfortable!! Small van, no captain chairs, too many hours driving in a road, with uncomfortable seats and a broken glass windshield in the front putting in risk everyone if something hits the crystal! I considered very rude to drive 2 weeks in a broken van also too fast speed velocity!! The hotels were NOT good!!! The tour guy was ok, and very attend! The tour started VERY LATE every day, so we miss precious hours at destinations! I could do the same trip again, bit DEFiNITELY with OTHER company!!!
via Viator
Great Trip
During this trip we visited 9 countries: Romania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Croatia, Slovenia and Italy. Our driver who also was the tour guide is very professional, nice, and thoughtful. He made some special stops let us take some nice photos. This Balkans tour was tailored and fitted on our interests and made this trip highly efficient and unforgettable; Also let us understand better the history that separated or connected different countries and experience as well mostly of the word heritage sites awarded by UNESCO. I highly recommend this tour Trip2Ro and this Balkan tour to my friends and others.
via Tripadvisor
The best Balkans trip ever!
We had 14 days Balkans trip with Trip2Ro. The tour locations were well selected, gems of Balkans, with rich history and culture. Tour guide/driver Liviu Florea was very knowledgeable and kindly accomendited our interests and pace. One of the best thing for this tour is that most of hotels selected in historical center of the towns and cities, so we can walk around the locations whenever we feel like to.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent trip
We took this trip in June 2022. It was an unforgettable trip. Thanks to George for thoughtfully tailoring our needs and adjusting the itineraries to meet our demands. He is a very kind person to work with. Liviu was an excellent guide. He is knowledgeable and thoughtful. We could not do anything without him. With a group of six seniors, he was very patient and informative. He took care of us really well. Though it was a fast-paced trip, we were excited every day and enjoyed every moment of this trip. I would highly recommend Trip2Ro and this Balkan tour. This is the best of all Balkan tours. Thanks to George and Liviu again for making this trip so enjoyable for us.
via Tripadvisor
Great trip!
We had a wonderful time on the 14 day Bucharest to Budapest tour of the Balkans in November. Alex was a great guide, very knowledgeable and keen to share his experiences. I had been concerned about driving in the Balkans, but Alex was a very safe driver - he did not speed, and he was a safe and cautious driver. The hotels were all high quality, and all located very centrally. The trip was fast paced, but Alex was very flexible and allowed us plenty of time in every city to explore. Travelling in November was great as we found it to be a lot quieter than it would have been in the summer; whilst it did get darker earlier, it was much easier to visit museums etc (no lines!). We would highly recommend this trip as a great way to get a taste of a lot of Balkan countries in a short amount of time. We arranged the trip directly with George via email, and George was quick to answer our questions and made arranging the trip very easy. Thank you to both George and Alex for a great time!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much Jessica for this review on behalf of Guided Europe Tours and Alex as well. We always do our best to organize small groups of 5-7 persons in order to have time for the visits and also free time for your self. Thank you very much for travelling with us! Kind regards, Guided Europe Tours
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 216 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 144h before
- Minimum age to book
- 12+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sat
- Price range
- $900 to $1300
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Guided Europe Tours, who run 9 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.5.
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9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bucharest.
How much does 9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest cost?
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Prices start at $900 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bucharest usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest take?
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Plan for about 216 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bucharest is not rushed.
Is 9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Bucharest, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 144 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 12. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 216-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bucharest can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bucharest and add a light layer if any part of the 216-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 9 days Balkans Tour from Bucharest to Sofia and Budapest start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bucharest within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bucharest?
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On Outty we rank every Bucharest experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Real tour of Communism, Bucharest Highlights Walking Tour, Top Gear Road, Small-group max 7 pax with Pick-up, Transfăgărăşan. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bucharest?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bucharest?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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