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

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

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16 NightsDuration
Scenic Luxury Cruises & ToursCruise LineScenic CrystalCruise ShipIstanbulEmbarkation PortEurope RiverRegion$9,117Starting Fare
PORTS OF CALL ON THIS VOYAGEIstanbul, Canakkale, Bucharest, Silistra, Rousse, Belgrade, Vukovar, Mohacs
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Apr 09, 2027
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Apr 25, 2027Call for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive Rate$11,690
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May 03, 2028
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May 19, 2028Call for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive Rate$9,117
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May 31, 2028
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Jun 16, 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

Istanbul (Istanbul)

Welcome 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 exhilarating blend of cultures, cuisines, architecture, history 

Day 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

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 7

Istanbul > Bucharest (Istanbul > Bucharest)

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight to Bucharest. The capital of Romania was once called the ‘Paris of the East’, however WWII changed the face of the city with much of its Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture destroyed. You wi

Day 8

Bucharest > Giurgiu (Bucharest > Giurgiu)

Wake in Bucharest. After a turbulent past, the city is now a unique mix of Art Nouveau remnants and Brutalist-era architecture sit alongside wide, tree lined boulevards and leafy squares, hidden street art and thriving nightlife. Take an orientation tour of the city by coach, from the south of Bucha

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

Rousse > Svishtov (Rousse > Svishtov)

Your Scenic Space-Ship will arrive in the Bulgarian town of Rousse today, which has been described as ‘Little Vienna’. Here you will have the choice to disembark and take a walking tour of the city. Alternatively, join a full-day excursion to Veliko Tarnovo, known as the ‘City of t

Day 11

Cruising Day (Cruising Day)

Today you’ll cruise through the spectacular scenery of Djerdap Gorge, 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. Spend some

Day 12

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, Brutalist and Art Nouveau buildings and a bohemian vibe. It’s one of the oldest capitals in Europe and has st

Day 13

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 14

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 15

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. The city is an architectural treasure trove comprising styles f

Day 16

Budapest (Budapest)

This morning, join a local guide to discover the flavours of Hungary on a Hungarian culinary market walk and 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 17

Budapest (Budapest)

Your journey concludes today. After breakfast, transfer to Budapest airport for your onward journey, taking with you a treasure trove of wonderful memories from this undiscovered corner of Europe. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. A

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

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