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Budapest To Istanbul

13 Days 45 Departures
From $2,239 per person

Tour Overview

From pastoral countryside to forbidding forests and fairytale villages, this tour from Budapest to Istanbul is definitely the road less travelled, but absolutely a worthy adventure to take. Over 13 days, you’ll explore the weathered architecture of Budapest, grand Ottoman palaces, “Dracula’s Castle” in Transylvania, and much more. With an intriguing combination of cultural colour and exploration, you'll come away with a real feel for this lesser-explored corner of Europe.

Tour Summary

Duration13 Days / 12 Nights
OperatorG Adventures
Departures45 in 2026–2027
Starting From$2,239 pp
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Tour Route

Map of your 13-day journey

Budapest To Istanbul route map

Day-by-Day Itinerary

13 days through your journey

Day 1

Budapest

Arrive at any time.
Day 2

Budapest to Balla Géza Winery

Enjoy a morning free to explore Budapest to get a feel for this charming city. After check out we visit a G Adventures-supported social enterprise café and enjoy a drink and optionally order a bite to eat before we leave Budapest to travel to the Balla Géza Winery for a wine tasting and traditional Romanian dinner. Tonight’s accommodation will be at the winery’s guesthouse on the property.
Day 3

Balla Géza Winery to Sighișoara

Enjoy breakfast at the Balla Géza Winery before traveling to the enchanting town of Sighișoara. Use your free time here to explore the cobblestone streets and medieval architecture.
Day 4

Sighișoara/Braşov

With a local guide, venture into the Romanian countryside to visit traditional villages. Get a true sense of life in this less-visited region. Visit charming Brasov.
Day 5

Braşov

Visit the picturesque Bran Castle and learn the history (and rumours) of this fascinating place.
Day 6

Braşov/Bucharest

Travel to Bucharest and enjoy an orientation walk. Take time to explore the Soviet-esque architecture, the beautiful cathedral, or indulge in Bucharest's international cuisine.
Day 7

Bucharest/Veliko Tarnovo

Enjoy some free time to explore more of Bucharest in the morning before travelling to Bulgaria and one of the oldest cities in the world, Veliko Tarnovo. Wander the medieval town, visit the museums, or sample your first taste of Bulgarian cuisine.
Day 8

Veliko Tarnovo

Enjoy the morning in the medieval town of Veliko Tarnovo. In the afternoon, visit the hilltop village of Arbanasi. Soak in the views over Veliko Tarnovo.
Day 9

Veliko Tarnovo/Sofia

Travel to Sofia and take an orientation walk of the capital city. Later, wander down the pedestrian street or visit the eclectic Ladies' Market.
Day 10

Sofia/Plovdiv

Travel to Plovdiv, Bulgaria's second-largest city. Visit the hilly old town, museums, or the Theatre of Ancient Philippopolis, one of the many Roman ruins found here.
Day 11

Plovdiv/Istanbul

Spend time in the morning exploring more of Plovdiv before boarding an afternoon bus to Istanbul.
Day 12

Istanbul

Enjoy a city tour with a local Turkish guide. Opt to visit the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar, the Hagia Sophia (or Aya Sofya), and the Topkapı Palace.
Day 13

Istanbul

Depart at any time.

Departure Dates & Pricing

45 departures available

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Aug 30, 2026 Sep 11, 2026 Available $2,899per person Get Quote
Sep 27, 2026 Oct 9, 2026 Available $2,239per person Get Quote
Sep 29, 2026 Oct 11, 2026 Available $2,239per person Get Quote
Oct 4, 2026 Oct 16, 2026 Available $2,799per person Get Quote
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Jan 10, 2027 Jan 22, 2027 Available $2,849per person Get Quote
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