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| VANTAGE DELUXE WORLD TRAVEL |
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| Detailed Day by Day Itinerary |
| Eastern Europe & the Black Sea |
| Bucharest to Budapest |
| View Days: [1-5] [6-10] [11-13] |
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Depart Home / Bucharest, Romania
When you arrive in Bucharest, you’ll be greeted by a Vantage Representative who will arrange your transfer to the hotel. Settle in, then gather at the hotel for a Welcome Briefing and Dinner (Or, if you like, begin your trip four days earlier with our optional Transylvania extension.)
InterContinental Hotel Bucharest  (D) |
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Bucharest / Oltenita / Embark ship
Take in Bucharest’s leafy, Old World boulevards during a city tour including the enormous People’s Palace. Afterwards, you’ll have lunch at a restaurant here in the Romanian capital. Then it’s off to Oltenita where your Vantage river cruise ship awaits.
Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship (B,L,D) |
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Cernavoda (Constanta), Bulgaria
Today’s destination is the Black Sea port of Constanta, a mix of ancient Greek, Roman, and Byzantine treasures that you will discover on your city tour. Learn more about all that you’ve seen during a visit to the Archeological and National History Museum. We’ll have lunch today in Mamaia. This evening you’re invited to the Captain’s Welcome Party and Dinner on board.
Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship (B,L,D) |
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Ruse, Bulgaria (Veliko Turnôvo / Arbanassi)
A full-day tour takes you to Veliko Turnôvo, a striking city of colorful houses perched dramatically along a winding gorge — inspiration for a thriving artists’ colony. Cultural Connection: Then, learn about modern life in the 16th-century village of Arbanassi by chatting with students during a restaurant lunch. You’ll also hear an Orthodox choir perform at an Arbanassi church. Cultural Connection: Back aboard, you’ll be delighted by a Bulgarian children’s dance group and an icon painting presentation.
Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship (B,L,D) |
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Ruse
Cultural Connection: A lecture examines the European Union’s expansion to Eastern Europe. Afterwards, disembark for a tour of ancient Ruse, founded in the 1st century AD.
Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship (B,L,D) |
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Cruising the Iron Gates
Spend the morning watching centuries of history glide by. Catch your breath as your river ship passes a spectacular series of gorges known as the Iron Gates of the Danube, which your ship will access through two sets of locks, with commentary from the Bridge explaining the process.
Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship (B,L,D) |
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Belgrade, Republic of Serbia
Cultural Connection: Attend a lecture on modern Serbia, then discover the newly independent country’s dynamic capital, Belgrade, on a half-day tour that features age-old Kalemegdan Fortress. Cultural Connection: You’ll be entertained by a Serbian folk ensemble performance on board this evening.
Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship (B,L,D) |
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Vukovar, Croatia (Osijek)
Cultural Connections: Following a lecture about Croatia’s struggle for independence, you’ll disembark to tour Vukovar and the vibrant university city of Osijek, where you’ll meet a Croatian family during lunch in their home. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about Croatia’s new-found independence first hand. Tonight we’ll enjoy local entertainment on board.
Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship (B,L,D) |
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Mohacs (Pecs), Hungary
From Mohacs, youll set out on an excursion to Pecs. Your sightseeing tour in Pecs features the magnificent Basilica of St. Peter and the Roman Necropolis, together they are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship (B,L,D) |
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Budapest, Hungary
Cultural Connection: Today you’ll venture into the vast Hungarian Puszta or Great Plain, where Hungary’s grand equestrian tradition is preserved. The scenery of the Puszta region is unique in Europe and is protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The day’s highlight is a visit to a working horse ranch where you’ll enjoy a carriage ride and watch a daring equestrian show by authentic Hungarian csikós (cowboys). A Hungarian lunch is included. Toast new friendships at the Captain’s Farewell Party and Dinner and admire the fantastic scenery as you sail into Budapest.
Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship (B,L,D) |
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Budapest
Cultural Connection: Attend a lecture on board to learn about the history and culture of Hungary. Then, discover the Old World elegance of Budapest during a panoramic city tour, featuring a visit to storybook Fishermen’s Bastion and St. Matthias Church.
Deluxe Vantage River Cruise Ship (B,L,D) |
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Budapest / Return Home
Or add our 3-night optional extension to Vienna, Austria.
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Breakfast, lunch & dinner included daily while on board your Vantage river cruise ship.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The above day-by-day itineraries are preliminary and subject to change. If any major changes occur in advance of your departure, you will be notified in writing by Vantage. If changes occur while on tour, you will be notified by your Vantage Program Manager or local representatives. In addition, should there be an extreme change in water levels, Vantage will do everything possible to provide either the included excursion or an alternate excursion at Vantage’s discretion.
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Vantage's ratings come from Travel Weekly's
Hotel & Travel Index, the industry's standard.
Deluxe / Moderate Deluxe 
Outstandng accommodations, offering superior service,
facilities, and location.
Superior First-Class 
Above average, with many special amenities, including
more restaurants, shops, and often a fitness center.
First Class / Moderate First-Class 
Comfortable, well-equipped standard rooms with private
bath and attractive public areas and amenities.
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