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The Danube, at the Heart of the Balkans ¿ From the Black Sea to the Iron Gates, Discovering Romania, Bulgaria and Serbia (port to port)
Cruise
BUCHAREST(1) – OLTENITA – CERNAVODĂ – CONSTANȚA – CERNAVODĂ – OLTENITA – GIURGIU – ROUSSE – THE IRON GATES – NOVI SAD – BELGRADE
From the Black Sea to Belgrade, embark on a journey of discovery through the Balkans along the Danube. From Constanța to the Iron Gates, this itinerary reveals a mosaic of landscapes, cultures and heritage, shaped by Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian influences.
From Bucharest, the “Little Paris of the Balkans”, to Bulgaria’s traditional villages and monasteries, discover historic cities and traditions that are still very much alive. The cruise also offers some unforgettable highlights, notably the spectacular passage through the Iron Gates, before continuing towards Novi Sad and Belgrade to discover Serbia along the Danube.
Croisi
Highlights
- Cruising through the Iron Gates, a spectacular journey through one of the Danube’s most impressive passages
- Three countries along the Danube: Romania, Bulgaria and Serbia
- A cruise through Balkan history and cultures, following a route shaped by Serbian, Ottoman, Austro-Hungarian, Bulgarian and Romanian influences
MUST-SEES :
- Constanța and the Black Sea, where ancient heritage meets the landscapes of Dobruja
- Bucharest, the Romanian capital with its many cultural influences
- Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi, at the heart of Bulgarian history
- Belgrade, the Serbian capital at the confluence of the Sava and the Danube
All inclusive on board
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
- All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
Route
Discover your itinerary day by day
Bucharest - OLTENITA - CERNAVODA
Transfer(1) from Bucharest airport to Oltenița.
Embarkation.
Welcome cocktail.
Overnight cruise to Cernavodă.
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D1
CERNAVODA - CONSTANTA
Morning cruising through the Danube–Black Sea Canal towards Constanța.
GRAND PRIZE QUIZ(2). Participants will answer a series of questions, and the winner will take part in the grand prize draw at the end of the cruise.
Guided tour of Constanța and wine tasting featuring local wines.
Folklore evening on board.
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D2
CONSTANTA - Danube-Black Sea Canal - CERNAVODA
A day cruising along the Danube–Black Sea Canal.
Onboard lecture: The Balkans, at the Crossroads of Civilisations.
GRAND PRIZE QUIZ(2). Participants will answer a series of questions, and the winner will take part in the grand prize draw at the end of the cruise.
Overnight cruise to Oltenița.
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D3
OLTENITA - Bucharest - GIURGIU - ROUSSE
Included full-day excursion (lunch included): Bucharest, nicknamed “Little Paris” in the 1930s.
Return on board in Giurgiu or Ruse.
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D4
ROUSSE
Included full-day excursion (lunch included): Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi.
Bulgarian folklore evening on board.
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D5
ROUSSE - SVISHTOV
Guided tour of Ruse, Bulgarian flavours and visit to Bassarbovo Monastery.
Afternoon cruising.
GRAND PRIZE QUIZ(2). Participants will answer a series of questions, and the winner will take part in the grand prize draw at the end of the cruise.
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D6
The Iron Gates
A day cruising through the Iron Gates gorge.
GRAND PRIZE QUIZ(2). Participants will answer a series of questions, and the winner will take part in the grand prize draw at the end of the cruise.
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D7
NOVI SAD
Morning cruising.
GRAND PRIZE QUIZ (2). Grand prize draw.
In the afternoon, included excursion: Novi Sad, Petrovaradin Fortress and the Wine and Honey Museum.
Gala evening.
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D8
NOVI SAD ¿ BELGRADE
Included excursions:
Morning: Belgrade
Afternoon: The Royal Palace of Belgrade
Serbian folklore evening on board.
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D9
BELGRADE
Disembarkation.
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D10
Included:What you need to know before your departure
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- Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%
- 30% off for the 3rd occupant of the triple cabin
- Under 2 years of age, meals and accommodation are provided free of charge by CroisiEurope
Shore Excursions
No shore excursion on the non listed daysMandatory information
FormalitiesSome administrative formalities to take into account in order to prepare your trip
NB: For navigation safety reasons, the company and the ship’s captain are the sole decision-makers regarding any changes to the cruise itinerary.
(1) Group transfer, guaranteed for a minimum of 25 people. For groups of fewer than 25 people, please contact us.
(2) Participants will answer a series of questions, and the winner will take part in the grand prize draw at the end of the cruise. The prize is a 5-day cruise for one person in a main-deck cabin OR a €500 discount to be used towards the cruise of your choice (one prize per departure – excluding Visages et Fleuves du Monde cruises).
Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health. Please drink responsibly.