Itinerary for September 08, 2026 Departure

Day Date Location Port of Call Guide
1Tuesday, 09/08/2026Depart from Welcome to Istanbul, one of the most important and inspiringly beautiful cities of the world history. You will be met at the airport in Istanbul and tIstanbul, Turkey
2Wednesday, 09/09/2026Today, you will explore some of the Istanbul's highlights -; such as the famed Hippodrome Square which was once the sporting and social center of ConsIstanbul, Turkey
3Thursday, 09/10/2026We start the day with a tour of the Underground Cistern known by the locals as the Sunken Cistern. From there you will continue your exploration with Istanbul, Turkey
4Friday, 09/11/2026After breakfast, fly to Bucharest where you will be transferred to your centrally-located hotel for an overnight stay before your exciting cruise on t 
5Saturday, 09/12/2026After enjoying the plush surrounds of your hotel this morning, You'll have the opportunity to learn about some of Bucharest's most iconic attractions  
6Sunday, 09/13/2026Today, You'll have the opportunity to learn about Bulgarian history, as you explore the city that many call ";The Little Vienna";. Immerse yourself in 
7Monday, 09/14/2026Viticulture forms the heart of life in the most western town in Bulgaria, where sun-kissed vineyards pepper the banks of the Danube and winemaking hasVidin, Bulgaria
8Tuesday, 09/15/2026This morning, relax on board and admire your surroundings as we sail along the mighty Danube to Donji Milanovac, where a visit to the Lepenski Vir arc 
9Wednesday, 09/16/2026Serbia's vibrant capital is yours to explore today. Your local guide will take you on a coach tour through the heart of the city, highlighting its manBelgrade, Serbia
10Thursday, 09/17/2026Today, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a truly unforgettable EmeraldPLUS experience, as you're invited into the home of a local family for a trVukovar, Croatia
11Friday, 09/18/2026In the morning, you will venture to the Puszta, or Great Hungarian Plain, to visit a traditional Puszta horse farm. Your guide will teach you about th 
12Saturday, 09/19/2026Arrive at After breakfast, it is time to say farewell to your fellow guests and transfer to the airport, taking memories of a traditional Puszta equestrian perfBudapest, Hungary
 

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Departing from Istanbul, Turkey
Departure Date 09/08/2026
OCG Class
River Cruise
Departing 09/08/2026
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