Central Europe by Bus and the Hallstatt Tale (All Excursions and Optional Tours Included) - 2027 Season

Central Europe by Bus and the Hallstatt Tale

All Extra Tours and Excursions Included
8 Nights 9 Days (7 Nights Accommodation)

Bulgaria – Serbia – Hungary – Slovakia – Czech Republic – Austria

Belgrade – Budapest – Bratislava – Prague – Karlovy Vary –
Hallstatt – Esztergom – Visegrád – Novi Sad – Sofia

Esztergom & Visegrád Tour Included   Karlovy Vary Tour Included  
Hallstatt Tour Included  Parndorf Outlet Tour Included

Departure Dates

March 5 – March 6 & April 22 & May 14 - May 15 & June 5 – June 18 – June 19 – June 25 – June 26 & July 2 – July 3 – July 9 – July 10 – July 16 – July 17 – July 23 – July 24 – July 30 – July 31 & August 6 – August 7 – August 13 – August 14 – August 20 – August 21 – August 27 – August 28 & September 3 – September 4 – September 10 – September 11 – September 17 – September 18 – September 25 & October 9 – October 16 – October 30 & November 6 – November 13

We meet with you, our valued guests, at the designated departure points for our unforgettable journey full of history, culture, and natural beauties where we will discover the fascinating cities of Europe. After picking up our guests from our departure points: Kadıköy Marriage Office Parking Lot (20:00), in front of Mecidiyeköy Ziraat Bank (20:30), İncirli Ömür Bus Stops (21:00), and Beylikdüzü Marmara Park AVM (21:30), we start our journey towards one of the most impressive routes in Europe accompanied by our comfortable bus. We reach the Kapıkule Border Gate by following the Selimpaşa and Silivri route. After our passport and customs procedures, as we move towards the Balkans, the excitement of discovering new cities accompanies us throughout the night.

After the breakfast break we will take on the road, we reach Belgrade, the capital of the Balkans where the energy never stops, established at the point where the Danube and Sava rivers meet. We carry out our first discovery with our pleasant walking tour where we will feel the historical texture of the city closely. Knez Mihailova Street, the most lively boulevard of Belgrade, the city's symbol Kalemegdan Fortress, the Monument of Gratitude to France, Istanbul Gate, Damat Ali Pasha Tomb, Victor Monument, Clock Tower, Leopold Gate, and historical walls are among the important points we will see. While watching the unique confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers from panoramic viewing terraces, you will feel closely why Belgrade has been a strategic center for centuries. After our city tour, we give free time for you to discover the colorful atmosphere of Belgrade. You can shop in the elegant stores of Knez Mihailova, enjoy Serbian coffee in the city's famous cafes, or try different flavors in the famous ice cream parlors recommended by your guide. If you wish, you can spend time in the lively squares accompanied by street musicians and experience the lively spirit of Belgrade closely. We meet at the designated time and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Belgrade.

After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we vacate our rooms and set off for Budapest, one of the most elegant capitals of Central Europe. Known as the "Pearl of the Danube," Budapest offers a fascinating atmosphere from the first moment with its magnificent bridges connecting the Buda and Pest sides, impressive architecture, and historical texture. In the panoramic city tour we will carry out after our arrival; Gellért Hill, which lays the magnificent view of the city under your feet, Fisherman's Bastion with its fairy-tale appearance, Matthias Church, one of the most distinguished examples of Gothic architecture, Chain Bridge, one of the symbols of Budapest, the Hungarian Parliament Building rising with all its splendor on the banks of the Danube, Erzsébet Bridge, and Heroes' Square, one of the most important squares of the city, are among the main points to be seen panoramically. After our city tour, we give free time for you to wander the romantic streets of Budapest, take a pleasant break in its historical cafes, or take unforgettable photos on the banks of the Danube. The fascinating silhouette of Budapest, changing with the light at different hours of the day, will give you unforgettable moments. We meet at the designated time and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Budapest.

We start the day with breakfast at our hotel, vacate our rooms, and set off for Prague, one of the most romantic cities in Central Europe. Our first stop is Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, which stands out with its elegant architecture and calm atmosphere on the banks of the Danube. During our panoramic tour in this fascinating city, which carries the traces of different cultures throughout history, Bratislava Castle, which offers unique views from the highest point of the city, the Old Town (Staré Mesto), famous for its stone streets and colorful squares, St. Martin's Cathedral, one of the most important works of Gothic architecture, the Clock Tower reaching from the Middle Ages to the present, and the Cumil Statue, one of Bratislava's most beloved symbols, believed to bring luck, are among the main points we will see. After our Bratislava trip, we turn our route to McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Parndorf, one of the most exclusive shopping centers in Europe. In this prestigious shopping center where you can find seasonal products of world-famous brands at attractive prices, you can shop during the free time we will give and take a pleasant break in its stylish restaurants and cafes. After the free time, we continue our journey to Prague, one of the fairy-tale capitals of Central Europe. After our arrival in Prague, which arouses admiration at first sight with its golden towers, historical bridges, and romantic streets, we transfer to our hotel and settle into our rooms. Overnight at our hotel in Prague.

After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we set off to discover Karlovy Vary, one of the most elegant cities in the Czech Republic. Karlovy Vary, which has been one of the favorite resting centers of European aristocracy and the art world for nearly three centuries, takes its guests on a journey through time with its elegant architecture, natural thermal springs, and peaceful atmosphere. In the walking tour we will carry out after our arrival in the city; the hotel where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk stayed, historical buildings where artists who directed world history such as Mozart, Goethe, Beethoven, Dvořák, and Pushkin stayed will be seen from the outside, and galleries with healing thermal springs at different temperatures will be visited. If you wish, you can taste natural mineral thermal waters with traditional porcelain cups and take pleasant walks among the elegant colonnades of the city. After the free time we will give in Karlovy Vary, we return to Prague and start exploring this unique capital, one of the most impressive cities in Europe. In our panoramic city tour we will carry out in Prague, known as the "City of a Hundred Spires"; the historical heart of the city, Hradčany Castle District, the magnificent Presidential Palace, St. Vitus Cathedral, which draws attention with its construction process of nearly six centuries, Golden Lane, famous for its narrow streets, the House of the famous writer Franz Kafka, Charles Bridge, which has become the symbol of the Vltava River, the Old Town Square, which fascinates with its historical atmosphere, the Astronomical Clock, one of the most famous clocks in the world with its show every hour, and Týn Church with its impressive Gothic architecture are among the main works to be seen. After our city tour, we give free time for you to experience the fascinating atmosphere of Prague at your own rhythm. You can wander the cobblestone streets, try the distinguished flavors of Czech cuisine in historical cafes, or enjoy the unique view of the sunset on the banks of the Vltava River. We meet at the designated time and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Prague.

After breakfast at our hotel, we check out and embark on an unforgettable journey toward one of Europe's most enchanting natural wonders. Our route today is Hallstatt, a UNESCO World Heritage site with a history of approximately 7,000 years, widely considered one of the most beautiful lakeside villages in the world. Nestled at the foot of the Alps on the shores of a crystal-clear lake, this fairytale village captivates visitors in every season with its colorful wooden houses, flower-adorned narrow streets, and postcard-perfect views. Upon our arrival, we will explore the history, culture, and unique natural beauty of Hallstatt during a walking tour accompanied by our guide. During your free time, you can take peaceful walks along the lakeshore, join boat tours on Hallstätter See, purchase the region's famous rock salt—one of the world's oldest salt production centers—or take beautiful photos to immortalize the town's unique scenery. After the unforgettable hours we spend in Hallstatt, we continue our journey toward Vienna, the capital of music, art, and elegance. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel, check into our rooms, and have free time to rest. Overnight at our hotel in Vienna.

After breakfast at our hotel, we check out and head to the city center to explore Vienna, the capital synonymous with music, art, and elegance. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the magnificent Vienna State Opera, the Parliament Building, the University, the City Hall, the Burgtheater, the Hofburg Palace—the heart of the empire, the Hundertwasser House with its striking architecture, the Prater District, and the Museum Quarter. At the designated time, we meet and set our route toward Esztergom, one of Hungary's historic cities. Esztergom, which holds an important place in Turkish history, is also the spiritual center of the Catholic Church in Hungary. The magnificent Esztergom Basilica rising on the banks of the Danube River and the Esztergom Castle, which has hosted many civilizations throughout history, are among the most impressive stops of our visit. After Esztergom, we follow the route of Visegrád, famous for its postcard-like scenery, while progressing through the unique natural beauty of the Danube Bend. Throughout the journey, the curves of the Danube River, lush green hills, and historic settlements offer us unforgettable views. We reach Budapest in the evening and check into our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Budapest.

After breakfast, we leave our hotel and begin our journey toward Serbia. Following passport and customs procedures at the Hungary–Serbia border, we arrive in Novi Sad, the capital of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina and one of the most important centers of the country's cultural and artistic life. During our walking tour in the city center, which hosts elegant examples of Austro-Hungarian architecture, we will see important structures such as Liberty Square, the Svetozar Miletić Statue, the Name of Mary Church, the Saint George's Cathedral, the Saint Nicholas Church, and the Novi Sad Synagogue. After our tour, you can spend time in the city's pleasant cafes, try local delicacies, or shop in the colorful city center. Following our free time, we depart for Belgrade, one of the most vibrant cities in the Balkans. Upon arrival, we check into our hotel and rest to recover from the day's fatigue. Overnight at our hotel in Belgrade.

After breakfast at the hotel, we check out and depart for Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, which is the final discovery point of our tour. With a history of approximately two thousand years, Sofia is one of the oldest settlements in the Balkans and draws attention with its architecture bearing the traces of different civilizations and its cultural richness. During our panoramic city tour, we will see important works such as the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, one of the most magnificent Orthodox structures in the Balkans, the St. Kliment Ohridski University of Sofia, the National Library, the former Royal Palace, the National Theatre of Bulgaria, the Archaeological Museum, the Rotunda of St. George, and the Banya Bashi Mosque, which has survived from the Ottoman period to the present day. During the free time we will have after our city tour, you can do your final shopping on the lively streets of Sofia and enjoy the last moments of this beautiful journey with a pleasant coffee break. At the designated time, we depart for our return journey to Istanbul. After completing our passport and customs procedures at the Bulgaria–Turkey border, we arrive in Istanbul during the night. As we bid farewell to our valued guests at the points where we started the tour, we carry with us the unforgettable memories and beautiful friendships we accumulated in the historic cities of Central Europe, and we look forward to meeting again on our next tour.