Balkan Jewels with Bucharest and Transylvania

Bucharest, the vibrant capital of Romania, is a city of contrasts, where centuries-old history blends seamlessly with modernity.

Brașov is a city in the Transylvania region of Romania, ringed by the Carpathian Mountains. It's known for its medieval Saxon walls and bastions, the towering Gothic-style Black Church and lively cafes. Piaţa Sfatului (Council Square) in the cobbled old town is surrounded by colorful baroque buildings and is home to the Casa Sfatului, a former town hall turned local history museum.

Brașov is a city in the Transylvania region of Romania, ringed by the Carpathian Mountains. It's known for its medieval Saxon walls and bastions, the towering Gothic-style Black Church and lively cafes. Piaţa Sfatului (Council Square) in the cobbled old town is surrounded by colorful baroque buildings and is home to the Casa Sfatului, a former town hall turned local history museum.

Giurgiu, a picturesque city in southern Romania, graces the banks of the mighty Danube River.

Ruse, Bulgaria's elegant gateway to the Danube, boasts a cosmopolitan charm with a storied past.

Veliko Tarnovo is a town in north central Bulgaria and the administrative centre of Veliko Tarnovo Province

Vidin, a town steeped in history, sits regally along the banks of the Danube River in Bulgaria, guarding the frontier with a blend of fortitude and grace.

Belogradchik is a town in Vidin Province, Northwestern Bulgaria, the administrative centre of the homonymous Belogradchik Municipality.

Nestled along the banks of the serene Danube River, Novi Sad is a vibrant and culturally rich gem in northern Serbia.

Nestled in the heart of Hungary's Great Plain, Kalocsa is a town that exudes timeless charm and cultural richness.

The Pannonian Steppe is a variety of grassland ecosystems found in the Pannonian Basin. It is an exclave of the Great Eurasian Steppe, found in modern-day Austria, Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, Serbia and Slovakia

Budapest, Hungary's enchanting capital, is a city of contrasts and cultural richness.