Grand Central Europe and Hallstatt Tour from Istanbul - All City Tours Included - 6 Nights by Bus

About Grand Central Europe and Hallstatt Tour from Istanbul - All City Tours Included - 6 Nights by Bus

This package tour from Istanbul lasts 6 Nights 8 Days by luxury coach and includes stops such as Belgrade, Subotica, Vienna, Szeged, Wels, and Hallstatt. The itinerary travels through Serbia, Austria, Hungary, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Bulgaria. Belgrade is the capital of Serbia, with Kalemegdan Fortress at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers and the pedestrian street Knez Mihailova. Accommodation is planned as 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Subotica, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Vienna, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Wels, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Prague, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Budapest, and 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Belgrade (6 hotel nights in total; 1 night is spent on the road). There are 3 departure dates between 11 October 2026 and 14 November 2026. Prices start at €1.060 per person. The price for children aged 2–11 starts at €529. A €200 supplement applies to guests staying in a single room. On day 1, the tour departs Istanbul by coach and crosses the Kapıkule border gate. Day 2 follows the Subotica and Belgrade route; day 3 follows the Vienna, Subotica, and Szeged route; day 4 follows the Wels, Vienna, and Hallstatt route; day 5 follows the Prague and Wels route; day 6 follows the Budapest, Prague, and Esztergom route; and day 7 follows the Belgrade and Budapest route. On day 8, the tour returns to Istanbul. Accommodation is selected when booking: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). The hotels in the itinerary are as follows: Subotica: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast (Subotica, Novi Sad, or surrounding areas)); Vienna: 3–4-star hotels; Wels: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast (Wels, Linz, or surrounding areas)); Prague: 3–4-star hotels; Budapest: 3–4-star hotels; and Belgrade: 3–4-star hotels. The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, highway and parking fees, customs duties, accommodation for 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Subotica, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Vienna, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Wels, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Prague, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Budapest, and 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Belgrade (6 hotel nights in total; 1 night is spent on the road), panoramic city tours included in the itinerary, and mandatory package tour liability insurance. Visas and visa service fees, the international departure fee, museum and archaeological site admission fees, meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses, and guide and driver tips (optional) are not included. The full list of inclusions and exclusions is provided in the “What's Included” and “What's Not Included” sections of the page.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Belgrade

Depart from Istanbul by bus. Along the way, you’ll see Visegrad, Sofia, Edirne, Kapıkule and Plovdiv. Belgrade — Serbia’s capital, known for its fortress, pedestrian streets and riverside venues. Sofia — Bulgaria’s capital, explored for its cathedral, pedestrian boulevard and Roman ruins. Edirne — a stop before the border crossing; Selimiye Mosque is a UNESCO-listed site. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Belgrade – Subotica

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. Travel from Subotica to Belgrade. The Belgrade tour includes Knez Mihailova Street and the Key Handover Monument. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. Free time follows the tour. Subotica — a city near the Hungarian border, distinguished by its Art Nouveau architecture. Overnight at a hotel.

Day 3 — Vienna – Subotica – Szeged

Start the day with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day's route takes you through Vienna, Subotica and Szeged. During the day, see the Tisza River and the Votive Church. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. Enjoy free time after the itinerary. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 — Wels – Vienna – Hallstatt

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is spent traveling along the Wels, Vienna, and Hallstatt route. Hofburg Palace is visited during the day. Lunch is at guests' own expense during free time. There is free time after the program. Overnight accommodation is at the hotel.

Day 5 — Prague – Wels

After an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day begins with a transfer from Prague to Wels. The Wels tour includes Loreta Church, the Presidential Palace, St. Vitus Cathedral, Charles Bridge, and Týn Church. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. Free time follows the tour. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 — Budapest – Prague – Esztergom

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day's route takes in Budapest, Prague, Esztergom and Visegrád. During the day, see Visegrád, the Holocaust Memorial and Michael's Tower. Lunch is at your own expense during free time. Free time follows the itinerary. Visegrád — the Sokollu Mehmed Pasha Bridge over the Drina, built by Mimar Sinan, is UNESCO-listed. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 — Belgrade – Budapest

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. Travel from Belgrade to Budapest. The Budapest tour includes Elisabeth Bridge, Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church and Heroes' Square. Lunch is at guests' own expense during free time. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 — Belgrade – Sofia – Istanbul

After breakfast, the return journey begins, with rest stops along the way. The tour ends with arrival in Istanbul late at night. During the day, you’ll see Nedelya Church, the Rotunda Church, the Russian Church, St. Sofia Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia University and Banya Bashi Mosque. Lunch is at leisure and at your own expense. Rotunda Church — This brick building dating from the 4th century is considered Sofia’s oldest building. St. Sofia Church — This 11th-century Byzantine church in Ohrid is known for its frescoes. Sofia University — Founded in 1888, its historic building is in the city center.

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 10 - 17 November 2026

Tour date: 16 - 23 November 2026

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Belgrade, Subotica & Vienna tour from Istanbul take?

The tour is 6 Nights 8 Days. Accommodation is as follows: 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Subotica, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Vienna, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Wels, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Prague, 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Budapest and 1 night Bed & Breakfast in Belgrade (6 nights in hotels in total; 1 night spent travelling).

Which cities does the tour cover?

The itinerary includes stops in Belgrade, Subotica, Vienna, Szeged, Wels, Hallstatt, Prague, Budapest, Esztergom, Višegrad and Sofia, and passes through Serbia, Austria, Hungary, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Bulgaria.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes round-trip transportation by luxury coach, highway and parking expenses, customs duties, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Subotica, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Vienna, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Wels, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Prague, 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Budapest and 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation in Belgrade (6 hotel nights in total; 1 night is spent on the road), the panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, and mandatory package tour liability insurance. All inclusions are listed in the “What’s Included” section on the page.

What is not included in the tour price?

Visa and visa service fees, the international departure fee, entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites, meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses, and tips for the guide and driver (optional) are not included in the price. The full list is provided in the "Items Not Included in the Price" section.

Where does the bus depart from, what are the boarding points?

Transportation is provided by luxury round-trip bus. Border crossing is through the Kapıkule gate. Exact times will be shared in the pre-tour information.

Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?

Please indicate your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). Hotels in the program: Subotica: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast (Subotica, Novi Sad or surrounding area)), Vienna: 3–4-star hotels, Wels: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast (Wels, Linz or surrounding area)), Prague: 3–4-star hotels, Budapest: 3–4-star hotels, and Belgrade: 3–4-star hotels. A €200 surcharge applies for single-room accommodation.

Are meals included in the price?

Accommodation is on a Bed & Breakfast basis: 1 night in Subotica, 1 night in Vienna, 1 night in Wels, 1 night in Prague, 1 night in Budapest and 1 night in Belgrade (6 hotel nights in total; 1 night is spent on the road). Bed & Breakfast accommodation includes breakfast only; lunch and dinner are at your own expense.

Is a visa required, and is the fee included?

Visa fees and visa service charges are not included in the tour price; participants are responsible for visa arrangements. The note in the “Not Included in the Price” section of the page reads: Visa-related additional service charges that may be incurred by consulates and service providers (e.g. courier fees, forms, consultancy, etc.) are not included in the price; any fee increases they may make after the contract is concluded will be charged to the customer separately.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices for children aged 2–11 start from €529, and for infants aged 0–1 from €99. Ages 12 and above are subject to the adult fare.

On which dates are departures available?

There are 3 departure dates between October 11, 2026 and November 14, 2026.