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Top Bulgaria Trips & Tours in October 2026

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Discover Bulgaria in October 2026 on one of these 11 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during October 2026 as you enjoy Biking, Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, and Village Visits. Prices for trips in October 2026 range from $3,738 to $21,785 for a vacation of 8 to 22 days. Choose any of the below 11 itineraries in October 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Bulgaria trip planners.
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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,849
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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

Budapest - Giurgiu - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde
  • Visit Baba Vida fortress in Vidin
  • Uncover Belgrade’s vibrant culture
  • Tour Pecs’ ancient Roman heritage
  • Discover Budapest’s iconic landmark
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Budapest / Giurgiu
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Giurgiu aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania along the scenic lower Danube. Discover ancient fortresses and charming towns, and enjoy local wines while immersed in Eastern Europe's vibrant culture and stunning landscapes.
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Hungary's Parliament building in Budapest
from $4,630
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Balkan Discovery

Budapest to Oltenita - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion
  • Guided tour of Vukovar Heritage
  • Visit Ilok Wine Cellar
  • Tour Novi Sad City
  • Sightseeing Excursion in Belgrade
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Budapest / Oltenita
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Hiking
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Sail the Danube River on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Oltenita aboard Avalon Passion. Explore Vukovar, Ilok, Novi Sad, Belgrade, Golubac, Vidin, and Rousse. Enjoy guided walking, city, and bike tours, local wine and beer tastings, historic fortresses, cultural sites, and scenic river views.
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Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest, Hungary
from $6,549
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Gems of Southeast Europe

Vienna - Bucharest - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde
  • Explore Vienna’s imperial grandeur
  • Discover Budapest’s iconic landmark
  • Tour Pecs’ ancient Roman heritage
  • Taste Croatian wines in Vukovar
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Vienna / Bucharest
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Embark on a 14-day cruise from Vienna to Bucharest aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring the historic treasures of Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania along the scenic Danube. Enjoy wine from Ilok’s vineyards and partake in activities like hiking the UNESCO Ivanovo Churches and cycling in Belgrade’s Kalemegdan Park.
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Admire the architecture of Belgrade
from $4,963
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The Danube from Romania to Budapest

Oltenita to Budapest - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion
  • Bike Tour in Rousse
  • Visit Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi
  • See Belogradchik rock formations
  • See Golubac Fortress in Iron Gates
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Oltenita / Budapest
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Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Wine Tasting
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Embark on a 9-day cruise from Romania to Budapest aboard Avalon Passion. Explore Rousse, Veliko Tarnovo, Vidin, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Ilok, and Mohacs through guided tours, bike rides, cultural sites, and historic towns along the Danube River.
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Morning view on Bratislava city
from $7,999
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Grand Danube Cruise - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Giurgiu - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
  • Stroll Vilshofen’s charming streets
  • Cruise Passau’s scenic rivers
  • Explore Linz’s cultural mile
  • Tour Belgrade’s ancient fortress
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Vilshofen / Giurgiu
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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Austria, and Germany. Explore historic capitals, medieval frescoes, and vibrant traditions while savoring Eastern Europe’s rich heritage.
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Explore castle ruins outside beautiful Bratislava
from $4,246
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From the Black Sea to the Blue Danube (Port-to-port cruise)

Oltenita to Vienna - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Visit Bucharest’s landmarks
  • Join a guided tour in Constanta
  • Tour Ruse Renaissance architecture
  • Discover Belgrade’s vibrant culture
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Oltenita / Vienna
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Embark on a 12-day Danube River cruise aboard MS Vivaldi, starting in Romania and ending in Austria. Visit Constanta, Bucharest, Ruse, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Mohacs, Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna. Experience guided city tours, folklore evenings, cultural excursions, and scenic cruising through the Iron Gates gorge.
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Discover the history of Belgrade
from $3,738
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From the Blue Danube to the Black Sea

Vienna to Oltenita - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe
  • Bratislava historic city walk
  • Climb Petrovaradin Fortress
  • Join a Belgrade cultural tour
  • Explore Ruse Rock-hewn Churches
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Vienna / Oltenita
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Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
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Sail through Europe’s cultural heart on a 12-day Danube cruise from Vienna to Oltenita aboard MS L'Europe. Explore Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Novi Sad, Belgrade, Iron Gates, Ruse, Bucharest, and Constanta. Discover palaces, fortresses, historic centers, UNESCO sites, and the Black Sea. Enjoy guided tours and local tastings.
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Pass through the historic Iron Gates
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Eastern Europe & Balkans Unveiled with Transylvania & Budapest

Budapest - Bucharest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Crystal
  • Cruise along the Danube River
  • Taste Villany’s bold red wines
  • Visit Kalemegdan Fortress
  • Explore Buda’s Varkert Bazar
  • Discover Budapest’s thermal baths
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Budapest / Bucharest
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Village Visits, Land & Sea Exploration
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Cruise through Eastern Europe aboard Scenic Crystal. Explore Budapest, Mohacs, Osijek, Belgrade, Iron Gates, Rousse, Silistra, and Bucharest. Enjoy guided tours, unique cultural experiences, and scenic river views. A perfect blend of history, nature, and adventure across 15 days.
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Romanian Athenaeum Of Bucharest, Romania
from $6,849
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Gems of Southeast Europe

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
  • Discover Budapest’s UNESCO treasure
  • Explore Vienna’s historic grandeur
  • Visit Pecs’ Roman heritage
  • Experience Vukovar’s wine culture
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Vienna / Bucharest
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Set sail on a 14-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella. Discover Eastern Europe's treasures, from historic towns and scenic landscapes to wine tastings, cultural highlights, adventurous hikes, and bike rides.
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Cruise through the Iron Gates
from $4,649
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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
  • Explore historic Pecs landmarks
  • Bike through scenic Mohacs
  • See Veliko Tarnovo’s fortress
  • Visit Rousse's elegant architecture
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Set sail on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amabella, discovering the rich history and cultures of Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Explore ancient fortifications, vibrant cities, and the natural beauty of the Danube’s Iron Gates while enjoying regional wines and outdoor adventures.
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A quiet autumn morning in Bratislava
from $9,319
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Grand Danube Cruise with Prague

22 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
  • Explore Prague, timeless charm
  • Cruise Regensburg, historic gem
  • Visit Salzburg, cultural treasure
  • Discover Linz, vibrant history
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Prague / Bucharest
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Festival Visits
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Embark on a 22-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella, exploring Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and beyond through capitals like Bucharest and Prague. Cruise the Danube, uncover legends at sites like Bran Castle and the Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo, and savor timeless traditions and wines.
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