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16-Night Eastern Europe & Balkans Unveiled With Budapest & Turkey Cruise

Aboard Scenic Crystal (Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours) | Departing Budapest to Istanbul | 3 Available Departures from $9,117

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16 NightsDuration
Scenic Luxury Cruises & ToursCruise LineScenic CrystalCruise ShipBudapestEmbarkation PortEurope RiverRegion$9,117Starting Fare
PORTS OF CALL ON THIS VOYAGEBudapest, Mohacs, Vukovar, Belgrade, Svishtov, Silistra, Giurgiu, Bucharest
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Apr 18, 2027
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May 04, 2027Call for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive Rate$9,419
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Mar 29, 2028
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Apr 14, 2028Call for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive Rate$9,117
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May 29, 2028
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Jun 14, 2028Call for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive Rate$9,402
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PORT-BY-PORT TIMELINE

Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

Day 1

Budapest (Budapest)

Welcome to Budapest, the Hungarian capital and one of Europe’s most diverse and vibrant cities. Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, it was united in 1873 when a newly built bridge connected the two. You will be staying in a luxury hotel for the next two nights b

Day 2

Budapest (Budapest)

Wake in Budapest. The city is an architectural treasure trove comprising styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau and everything in between. It is also well known for its hot springs and thermal baths, housed in colourful, ornate buildings. You’ll have free time to explore the city on your own or exp

Day 3

Budapest > Embarkation (Budapest > Embarkation)

This morning, join a local guide to discover the flavours of Hungary on a Hungarian Culinary Market Walk & Tasting Tour.This foodie tour in Budapest promises an unforgettable journey through the city’s culinary delights.  Visit the bustling Grand Central Market and other locations for

Day 4

Mohacs (Mohacs)

Arrive in Mohács today. Straddling the Danube, this small Hungarian town holds an outsized position in Hungarian history. It was the site of the 16th century Battle of Mohács, which led to the destruction of the Hungarian monarchy and the rise of Ottoman and Habsburg rule. Scenic Freec

Day 5

Vukovar (Vukovar)

Cross the border into Croatia and dock in Vukovar, a historically significant city strategically positioned along the Danube River at the confluence with the Vuka River. Known as ‘The Hero Town,’ it is famed for its historic resilience, especially its fierce defence during the Croatian W

Day 6

Belgrade (Belgrade)

The capital of Serbia, Belgrade is known as the ‘Door to Central Europe’ and lies at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. This eclectic city is steeped in history and Brutalist and Art Nouveau buildings. It’s one of the oldest capitals in Europe and has stood at the crossr

Day 7

Cruising Day (Cruising Day)

Today you’ll cruise through the spectacular scenery of the Djerdap Gorge system, known as Iron Gates. This stretch of the Danube is the natural border between Serbia and Romania, and features four narrow gorges, soaring cliffs and the mighty rock carving of Decebalus, the former Romanian king.

Day 8

Svishtov > Rousse (Svishtov > Rousse)

Your Scenic Space-Ship will arrive in the Bulgarian town of Svishtov today. Here you will have the choice to disembark and take an excursion to Veliko Tarnovo, known as the ‘City of the Kings’, or stay on board and cruise towards Rousse. Scenic Freechoice: Discover more on one of these S

Day 9

Silistra (Silistra)

Arrive in Silistra today. This Bulgarian town has changed hands many times over the centuries. A major Turkish fortress and trade centre in the 15th century, it played a significant role in the Russo-Turkish wars of the 1870s, briefly became part of Romania after the second Balkan War and finally re

Day 10

Giurgiu > Bucharest (Giurgiu > Bucharest)

This morning, farewell your Scenic Space-Ship and transfer to Bucharest. WWII changed the face of the Romanian capital with much of its Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture destroyed. Now a unique mix of Art Nouveau remnants and Brutalist-era architecture sit alongside wide, tree lined boulevards a

Day 11

Bucharest > Istanbul (Bucharest > Istanbul)

This morning sees you setting off from Bucharest on an included flight to Istanbul. Home to more than 15 million people, it’s the largest city in Turkey and one of the largest in the world. Istanbul will inspire all your senses. It’s an e

Day 12

Istanbul (Istanbul)

There have been settlements in what is now Istanbul, occupying both banks of the Bosphorus Strait, for thousands of years. The modern city began life as Constantinople in the 4th century, before changing its name to Istanbul in 1930. Wherever you go, you’re&n

Day 13

Istanbul > Canakkale (Istanbul > Canakkale)

Today, you’ll leave Istanbul behind and visit the city of Çanakkale. Sitting on the edge of the Dardanelles Strait, Çanakkale has been at the forefront of history for centuries. It’s the gateway to the World War I battlefiel

Day 14

Canakkale (Canakkale)

Today you are bound for Gallipoli. The Gallipoli peninsula where the eight-month WWI campaign took place is now a national park, and your guide will take you through the most significant sites. Stand on the beach at ANZAC Cove, where the soldiers first came to shore on 25 April 1915. Contemplate the

Day 15

Canakkale > Istanbul (Canakkale > Istanbul)

This morning you’ll be venturing to a place that is shrouded in mystery and legend, the ancient city of Troy. For more than 3,000 years, the tales of Troy and the Trojan War were thought to be mythical, made most famous by Homer’s Iliad. However, in the late 19th

Day 16

Istanbul (Istanbul)

Today, learn more about Turkish culture and traditions in bustling Istanbul.  Scenic Freechoice: Choose how to spend your morning with today’s Scenic Freechoice experiences: The tastes of Turkey: Turkish cuisine brings together Mediterranean, Middle

Day 17

Istanbul (Istanbul)

Before you farewell Istanbul, perhaps take a seat at a cafe early this morning to enjoy a final cup of traditional Turkish coffee. Watch the busy city come to life as you reflect on your journey through this fascinating nation. After breakfast, you’ll be tran

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This 16-night Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours voyage aboard Scenic Crystal embarks in Budapest and concludes in Istanbul, visiting Budapest, Mohacs, Vukovar, Belgrade, Svishtov, Silistra, Giurgiu, Bucharest. Fares start at $9,117 per person based on double occupancy, plus eligible Vincent Vacations onboard credits.

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