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Your holiday w x © Welcome to Bucharest You'd be forgiven for thinking you were in Paris when you explore the Belle-Epoque atmosphere of Romania's capital, Bucharest. Your first day will be free to explore the city your way. Later, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception. (WR) Hotel: Novotel Journey to Transylvania and Brasov A {ull day of sightseeing stretches ahead, beginning in Bucharest where you'll join a Local Specialist to delve into the city’s tumultuous history. See the immense Palace of the Parliament, one of the lasting legacies left behind by dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. Venture to Sinaia and view Peles Castle, the summer retreat of Romania's first king, Then, continue to Bragov and check in to your hotel in Poiana Brasov ski resort. (B, D) Hotel: Ana Sport Dracula's Castle and More in Brasov The highlight, of the day is this morning's visit to Bran Castle, the legendary home of Dracula. Dive Into Culture with a Local Specialist and learn about its history, then journey to the medieval streets of Brasov, where youll take a step back in time with a Local Specialist. Your evening is free to indulge in some of the local Transylvanian favourites or consider joining your travel companions, for an optional dinner. (B, 9°) Continue to Medieval Veliko Tarnovo Head south, through ancient villages and tranquil landscapes across the Danube River into Bulgaria. Your journey ends in Veliko Tarnovo, the ‘City of the Tsars’ and former capital of the Bulgarian Empire. Relax after your scenic drive and join your travel companions for dinner at your hotel. (B, D) Hotel: Yantra Grand Onwards to Historic Sofia The fairy-tale facades of Veliko Tarnovo exude medieval history around every turn and your Local Specialist will reveal a rich history and culture befitting a former imperial capital. Your next stop is the UNESCO-listed town of Arbanasi. Visit the Church of Holy Nativity before we continue to Sofia, where you'll join a Local Specialist for an in-depth sightseeing tour of Bulgaria's modern-day capital including views of the golden-domed St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and St. Sofia Church. (B, 24) Hotel: Marinela Sofia Your Way Youll have a full day to explore this modern city built on Roman ruins. You could choose instead to join an Optional Experience to the UNESCO- listed Rila Monastery, founded by the hermit St. Ivan of Rila in the 10” century. (B) Journey to Macedonian Skopje Cross the Macedonian border today, bound for Skopje. See the Ottoman Empire's legacy in the mosques and bazaars as you join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour this afternoon. (B) Off to Albania and Tirana Leaving North Macedonia behind, head to the Albanian capital of Tirana where, on arrival, you'll join a Local Specialist for a sightseeing tour. You'll view such highlights as the Palace of Culture, the National Library and the Clock Tower before enjoying dinner at your hotel. (B, D) Hotel Garden Inn Journey to Montenegro's Kotor and Budva Soak up Montenegro's natural beauty as you drive towards Kotor. Youll have some time for lunch on your own and an orientation tour of this fortified town. Travel to Budva next where your Travel Director will provide an @ Connect With Locals £, Stays With Stori WR WelcomeReception L Lunch B Breakfast D Dinner orientation tour before you have the rest of the day to explore ‘Montenegro's Miami’ on your own. (B) Hotel: Falkensteiner Venture to Mostar and Sarajevo In Mostar, a Local Specialist will lead you through its colourful cobbled streets and youll view the Stari Most. An Ottoman- style bridge reconstructed entirely using traditional methods. Head to Sarajevo next where youll delve into the rich religious and multicultural heritage that has earned it the nickname, the ‘Jerusalem of Europe’ Tonight youll enjoy dinner at your hotel. (B, D) Walk across the Stari Most. Visit the beautiful Old Bridge in Mostar, destroyed during the Bosnian War. Rebuilt using its salvaged stone, it's a reminder of peace and reconciliation. Read more at trafalgar.com. Discover Sarajevo Join a Local Specialist for a guided walking tour of Sarajevo. Visit the War Tunnel, an underground tunnel of hope that was built in 1993 during the Siege of Sarajevo, allowing war supplies and humanitarian aid to reach the city at the height of the Bosnian War. Local flavours and stories are on, the menu tonight as you Connect With Locals at an exclusive Be My Guest experience. (B, BMG,©) On the Road to Belgrade Travel through lush forests, pastures and thes Bosnian Mountains into Serbia ~ a scenic day of driving that will end in Belgrade. The 'White City’ has a long history which you'll have an opportunity to discover tomorrow. (B) Hotel: Mercure Excelsior Explore Riverside Belgrade Your Local Specialist will share the sights and sounds of Belgrade from an insider's perspective this morning, Visit Kalemegdan Fortress and discover how the Romans, Ottomans and Austro-Hungarians have each had a hand in rebuilding the fortress. This evening, we reunite one final time for a rousing Farewell Dinner to reminisce over our shared, travel experience. (B, FD) Farewell Belgrade All that's lefts to say a fond dovidenja as you bid your new friends farewell. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar. com/freetransfers. 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