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Eastern Europe Explorer - Intrepid Travel

Eastern Europe Explorer

18 days
4.8
(4)
From Budapest to Istanbul
Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Max group size:
12
Age range:
15 to 99
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
71623

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Itinerary

Start in Budapest and end in Istanbul! With the Explorer tour Eastern Europe Explorer, you have a 18 days tour package taking you through Budapest, Hungary and 11 other destinations in Europe. Eastern Europe Explorer includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Budapest
  2. Day 2 Eger
  3. Day 3 Maramures
  4. Day 4 Maramures
  5. Day 5 Sighisoara
  6. Day 6 Viscri
  7. Day 7 Brasov
  8. Day 8 Brasov
  9. Day 9 Bucharest
  10. Day 10 Bucharest
  11. Day 11 Veliko Tarnovo
  12. Day 12 Veliko Tarnovo
  13. Day 13 Sofia
  14. Day 14 Bansko
  15. Day 15 Plovdiv
  16. Day 16 Plovdiv
  17. Day 17 Istanbul
  18. Day 18 Istanbul
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

Hotel
Home-stay

Operated by Intrepid Travel

4.6
(8654)
Platinum

Back in 1989, two guys from Melbourne, Australia by the names of Darrell and Manch set off on an adventure to the other side of the world. They travelled to Africa and without air conditioning on their modified truck, they filled it with supplies, some beer, a bunch of aviator sunglasses, and some friends. On that trip, they came up with the idea that perhaps others may be interested in this style of travel too. Just like that, Intrepid was born. Intrepid has come a long way since then, now giving over 100,000 travelers a year the opportunity to experience small group travel across all 7 continents. They use local transport, sleep in local accommodation from Cambodian stilt houses to Moroccan riads, and employ 100% local leaders. With three different travel styles including basix, original and comfort, themes ranging from cycling trips to family holidays, and itineraries crafted with the perfect balance of must-see sights and free time, Intrepid caters to every type of traveller no matter their age, budget or travel style. The company has grown but their mission remains the same: to change the way people see the world through sustainable, experience-rich travel

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Sustainability Initiatives

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Animal Welfare

Supporting Destinations

Sustainability Programs

Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.5
  • 4.6
  • Eastern Europe Explorer reviewer 1
    · August 20th, 2021
    Amazing tour!!!! The tour leader was one of the most fun leaders I have seen. She had so much energy and warmness. Many of the destinations on this tour were not the typical tourist type places, but that was refreshing. I especially enjoyed Sarajevo. In... Show more
    Intrepid Travel commented on this review
    Hi Judith! Thanks so much for taking the time to review your recent Intrepid trip. We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your time in Eastern Europe and that your Tour Leader was able to make it that much more special. Your recommendations are so... Show more
    Trip date: September 2018
  • KA
    · September 22nd, 2019
    Now is the time to explore Eastern Europe. There were several long travel days, but it was great to have private transport. The homestays were comfortable, and the food was delicious!
    Trip date: August 2019
  • TH
    · August 14th, 2019
    Excellent tour! Got a taste of a lot of places (although it would be nice to spend a second night at some of the spots, just to get a real feel for the place), and had a variety of experiences. The night out in the village was one of the highlights;... Show more
    Trip date: July 2019
  • Eastern Europe Explorer reviewer 4
    · July 4th, 2019
    Great tour, especially if you want to see Romania and Bulgaria. All the homestays were great with lovely hosts. The tour was a good mix of city and rural/countryside, and you take a mix of public transport and private transport. Just beware of your... Show more
    Trip date: June 2019

Dates & Availability

18 days
Eastern Europe Explorer
From Budapest to Istanbul
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Good to Know

  • Currencies
    Euro
    $
    US Dollar
    лв.
    Bulgarian Lev
    Bulgaria
    Ft
    Forint
    Hungary
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

    Type C
    Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania and Turkey
    Type E
    Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania and Turkey
    Type F
    Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania and Turkey
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria, Hungary, Turkey and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria and Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria, Hungary, Turkey and Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Hungary. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Turkey and Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before May 28th, 2024 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 28th, 2024, a minimum payment of $400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Intrepid Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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  • Accessibility
    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveller, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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