Day 1

COCHIN/TRIVANDRUM/BANGALORE - BUDAPEST

  • Benny’s Royal Tour’s The Grand Balkan and Eastern Europe Tour
  • Benny’s Royal Tour’s The Grand Balkan and Eastern Europe Tour begins. Assemble at Bangalore International Airport Lufthansa Airlines LH 0765 Bangalore to Munich departs @ 0210 hrs. Arrive Munich International Airport at 09.10 hrs. And connect flight from Munich at 11.20 to Budapest and arrive at Budapest International Airport 12.35 hrs. After immigration formalities meet our Airport assistant , We transfer to Hotel check-in to hotel. In the evening Proceed for a shorter Budapest City Guided tour the guide will take you to all important places of the city such as Hungarian Parliament building, Buda Castle Saint Stephen Basilica...etc Dinner & Overnight stay in Budapest.
  • Overnight stay : Holiday Inn Budoars or similar in Budapest.
  • Meals : Breakfast, Lunch on board and Dinner at hotel/restaurant

Day 2

BUDAPEST : Budapest City Tour and Danube River Cruise

  • After breakfast visit Fisherman & Bastion Church with entrance ticket. Our guide will continue showing you other important places such as central Market Hall. On a memorable boat trip along the Danube River in Budapest, where you'll have the opportunity to admire iconic landmarks such as the Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial, paying tribute to Holocaust victims. Shoes on the Danube Promenade is a haunting tribute to this horrific time in history, created by film director Can Togay and the sculptor, Gyula Pauer. Installed along the bank of the Danube River in Budapest, the monument consists of 60 pairs of 1940s-style shoes, true to life in size and detail, sculpted out of iron. This memorial is simple yet chilling, depicting the shoes left behind by the thousands of Jews who were murdered by the Arrow Cross. The style of footwear - a man’s work boot; a business man’s loafer; a woman’s pair of heels; even the tiny shoes of a child - were chosen specifically to illustrate how no one, regardless of age, gender, or occupation was spared. Placed in a casual fashion, as if the people just stepped out of them, these little statues are a grim reminder of the souls who once occupied them and proceed to hotel.
  • Meal: Breakfast and Dinner at hotel Lunch in local restaurant.

Day 3

LAKE BLED - POSTONJA CAVE- CROATIA

  • After breakfast at the hotel, depart for the enchanting Lake Bled, Slovenia’s most celebrated alpine destination, beautifully set against the backdrop of the Julian Alps. On arrival, begin your visit with an excursion to **Bled Castle**, the oldest castle in Slovenia, dramatically perched atop a steep cliff overlooking the emerald-green lake. Explore the castle’s historic courtyards, museum exhibits, and viewing terraces while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of the lake, Bled Island, and the surrounding mountain landscape.
  • Later, enjoy leisurely time along the scenic lakeside promenade where you can capture postcard-perfect photographs of the charming **Bled Island**, relax amidst the tranquil surroundings, or savor the famous **Bled Cream Cake (Kremšnita)** at one of the charming local cafés. The crystal-clear waters, fresh alpine air, and peaceful atmosphere make Lake Bled one of Europe’s most magical destinations.
  • After lunch, continue your journey to the spectacular Postojna Cave, one of the world’s largest and most fascinating karst cave systems. Begin the experience with the famous electric cave train ride, traveling deep into the underground passages while admiring dramatic limestone formations. This is followed by a guided walking tour through magnificent chambers filled with towering stalactites, stalagmites, and naturally sculpted rock formations created over millions of years.As you explore the illuminated underground wonderland, learn about the cave’s unique ecosystem and discover the rare **Olm**, often called the “baby dragon,” a remarkable amphibian found only in this region. The extraordinary beauty and scale of Postojna Cave offer an unforgettable glimpse into Slovenia’s natural heritage.
  • After completing the tour, enjoy free time for photographs and souvenirs Proceed to Crikvenica
  • Overnight stay : Hotel Crikvenica or similar in Croatia
  • Meal: Breakfast and Dinner at hotel Lunch in local restaurant.





Day 4

ZADAR - DUBROVNIK

  • After breakfast we shall proceed to Zadar. Upon arrival in Zadar enjoy guided city tour. Zadar might not be overflowing with the same kind of open-air museum feel as some other Adriatic towns, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t an intriguing and charming place to spend some time. Located on a small peninsula, the old town is full of wonderful tourist attractions for you to explore. Our guide will show you places like Sea organ – Architectural Instrument played by waves, Cathedral of St Anatasia, People’s Square, the famous land Grate, The Five Wells Square – Historic Square amid city landmarks. After visit of Zadar, continue our journey to Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik situated on the southern Adriatic Sea coast, it is usually regarded as the most picturesque city on the Dalmatian coast and is referred to as the “Pearl of the Adriatic.” Dubrovnik occupies a promontory jutting into the sea under the bare limestone mass of Mount Srd. Upon arrival in Dubrovnik enjoy guided city tour of Dubrovnik. Our guide will show you places like Rector Palace, Walls of Dubrovnik, Stradun- Main Street of Dubrovnik, walls of the Dubrovnik. Evening check in to hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay in Dubrovnik.
  • Overnight stay: Hotel Grand or similar in Dubrovnik.
  • Meals : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch and dinner in local restaurant.

Day 5

KOTOR – BUDVA - TIRANA

  • After breakfast we shall continue our journey to Montenegro. Clear border procedure and we will proceed to Kotor. Kotor is a fortified beautiful town on Montenegro’s Adriatic coast, in a bay near the limestone cliffs of Mt. Lovćen. Characterized by winding streets and squares, its medieval old town has several Romanesque churches, including Kotor Cathedral. Upon arrival in Kotor enjoy walking tour with our guide and visit important places like our lady of the rocks Church, Cathedral of Saint Tryphon and Kotor beach. Spend some time near Seaside and take breath taking photos from the mountain. Later we continue to Budva. You must have heard about Budva, also called the ‘Miami of Montenegro’. Budva is located in the central part of the Montenegro coast, the area surrounding the city is called the Budva Riviera, and it is the centre of Montenegro tourism. Our guide will show you important places of Budva like Budva Old Town. The town consists of narrow Cobblestone Streets, Alleys and little Charming Squares. Here we visit Budva Citadel, Saint Sava Church. Later we continue to Tirana, Dinner and overnight at Tirana.
  • Overnight stay: Hotel Te Stela or similar in Tirana.
  • Meals : Breakfast at hotel Lunch and Dinner in local restaurant.

Day 6

TIRANA – OHRID - KALAMPAKA

  • After breakfast we explore the capital of Albania, offers a blend of historical, cultural, and modern attractions. Start at Skanderbeg Square, the city's central plaza, where you'll find the National History Museum, the Clock Tower, and the Et'hem Bey Mosque. Explore Blloku, once a restricted area for the communist elite, now a vibrant district full of cafes, bars, and shops. Visit the Pyramid of Tirana, an enigmatic structure from the communist era, and the nearby Rinia Park for a relaxing stroll. Later transfer to Ohrid, a picturesque town in North Macedonia, holds significant importance for several reasons. Lake Ohrid is renowned for its crystal-clear waters and unique biodiversity. The surrounding area features beautiful landscapes, including mountains, forests, and beaches, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Later clear border formalities and arrive at Kalambaka in Greece
  • Overnight stay : Hotel Epirus or similar in Kalampaka
  • Meals : Breakfast at hotel Lunch and Dinner in local restaurant.

Day 7

KALAMPAKA - ATHENS

  • Visit Historical Olympic city of Athens
  • Today morning after breakfast transfer to Athens and enjoy guided city tour of Athens with English speaking guide. Athens one of the most inspired and spiritual cities of the world. Here we visit Parthenon Stadium. The Panathenaic Stadium or Kallimarmaro is a multi-purpose stadium in Athens, built by the Athenian statesman Lykourgos c. 330 BC, primarily for the Panathenaic Games. After being refurbished, it hosted the opening and closing ceremonies of the first modern Olympics in 1896. This is one of the main historic attractions of Athens, it is the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble. Later visit Acropolis and New Acropolis Museum and Temple of Olympian Zeus. The Temple of Olympian Zeus is a former colossal temple at the canter of the Greek capital Athens. It was dedicated to "Olympian" Zeus, a name originating from his position as head of the Olympian gods. Hadrian Arch- the Arch of Hadrian, most commonly known in Greek as Hadrian's Gate, is a monumental gateway resembling a Roman Triumphal Arch. It spanned an ancient road from the centre of Athens, Greece, to the complex of structures on the eastern side of the city that included the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Later visit Ancient Roman Agora, Ancient Greek Agora, Constitution square, and Parliament house, The Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers, Changing of Guards and many other places. Evening free time for shopping. Dinner and overnight stay in Athens.
  • Overnight stay : Hotel Candia International or similar in Athens.
  • Meals : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch and Dinner in local restaurant.

Day 8

DEPARTURE

  • Today morning after breakfast transfer to Athens Airport for final departure

Day 9

Arrival

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