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Sofia, Bulgaria
1 night Mon. Aug 18-Tue. Aug 19Compare hundreds of travel sites and save up to 80%
Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
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Bucharest, Romania
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Brasov, Romania
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Curtea de Arges, Romania
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Sibiu, Romania
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Timisoara, Romania
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Gyula, Hungary
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Pecs, Hungary
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Budapest, Hungary
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Vienna, Austria
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Olomouc, Czech Republic
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Zakopane, Poland
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Krakow, Poland
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Kazimierz Dolny, Poland
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Elk, Poland
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Vilnius, Lithuania
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Riga, Latvia
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Parnu, Estonia
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Helsinki, Finland
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1 nightMon. Aug 18 - Tue. Aug 19
Sofia is the capital and largest city of Bulgaria and is the 15th largest city in the European Union. The city is located at the foot of Vitosha Mountain in the western part of the country, within less than 50km drive from the Serbian border. Its location in the center of the Balkan peninsula means that it is the midway between the Black Sea and the Adriatic Sea, whereas the Aegean Sea is the closest to it. Sofia has been an area of human habitation since at least 7000BCE and is Europe's second-oldest city. Among its many attractions you may find the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, National Art Gallery, Natural History Museum, palaces, churches, and much more.
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Bulgaria, Veliko Tarnovo region
1 nightTue. Aug 19 - Wed. Aug 20
Veliko Tarnovo is a city in north central Bulgaria and the administrative center of Veliko Tarnovo Province. Often referred to as the "City of the Tsars", Veliko Tarnovo is located on the Yantra River and is famously known as the historical capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, attracting many tourists with its unique architecture. The old part of the city is situated on the three hills rising amidst the meanders of the Yantra. Its attractions include the palaces of the Bulgarian emperors and the Patriarchate, the Patriarchal Cathedral, and also a number of administrative and residential edifices surrounded by thick walls.
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1 nightWed. Aug 20 - Thu. Aug 21
Bucharest is the capital municipality, cultural, industrial, and financial center of Romania. It is the largest city in Romania and located in the southeast of the country, lying on the banks of the Dambovita River. Its architecture is a mix of historical (neo-classical), interbellum (Bauhaus and art deco), communist-era and modern. In the period between the two World Wars, the city's elegant architecture and the sophistication of its elite earned Bucharest the nickname of Little Paris. Some of its main sights into the world's largest Parliament Palace, the Romanian Athenaeum concert hall, and a plethora of fascinating museums and parks.
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1 nightThu. Aug 21 - Fri. Aug 22
Brasov is a city in Romania and the administrative county center, as well as the 7th most populous city in Romania. It is located in the Transylvania region, surrounded by the Southern Carpathians, and is notable for being the birthplace of the national anthem of Romania. With its central location, Brasov is a suitable location from which to explore Romania, and the distances to several tourist destinations are similar. It is also the largest city in a mountain resorts area. The old city is very well preserved and is best seen by taking the cable-car to the top of Tampa Mountain. Other attractions include Biserica Neagra, the Schei district, Catherine's Gate, and the Brasov Citadel.
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1 nightFri. Aug 22 - Sat. Aug 23
Curtea de Arges is a city in Romania on the right bank of the Arges River, where it flows through a valley of the lower Carpathians (the Fagaras Mountains), and is part of Argeș County. On July 7, 1947, the total rainfall in Curtea de Argeș was 205.7 mm (8.10 in.) in 20 minutes, which is a world record. The city's notable attractions include several medieval churches, including the Curtea de Arges Monastery, and some lovely Baroque palaces.
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2 nightsSat. Aug 23 - Mon. Aug 25
Sibiu is a city in Transylvania, Romania, north-west of Bucharest. The city straddles the Cibin River, a tributary of the river Olt. Sibiu is one of the most important cultural centers of Romania and was designated the European Capital of Culture for the year 2007, along with the city of Luxembourg. Formerly the center of the Transylvanian Saxons, the old city of Sibiu was ranked as "Europe's 8th most idyllic place to live" by Forbes. It's main attractions include the surrounding Fagaras Mountains, the ancient historic center, a few lovely squares, and the medieval fortification system.
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2 nightsMon. Aug 25 - Wed. Aug 27
TimiSoara is the capital city of Timis County, and the main social, economic and cultural center in western Romania. One of the largest Romanian cities (the third most populous city in the country, as of 2011 census), Timisoara is considered the informal capital city of the historical region of Banat. The city is a candidate to become, in 2021, the European Capital of Culture. The city center largely consists of lovely buildings from the Austrian Empire. Others landmarks include the Timisoara Orthodox Cathedral, St. George's Cathedral, the synagogue, the fortress bastion, and the Millennium Church.
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1 nightWed. Aug 27 - Thu. Aug 28
Gyula is a town in Bekes County, Hungary, once occupied by the Ottoman. It is best known for its Medieval castle, whose construction began in the 14C but finished only in the middle of 16C, and was shortly after conquered by the Turks. Another wonderful attraction of the city is the thermal bath, established in 1942 and expanded in 1959. The town has since become a popular tourist destination, boasting a 100 years-old confectionery, 19C Town Hall, Saint Michael Cathedral, and more.
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2 nightsThu. Aug 28 - Sat. Aug 30
Pecs is the fifth largest city of Hungary. The city has always been a multicultural city where many cultural layers are encrusted melting different values of the history of two thousand years. The first university in Hungary was founded in Pecs in 1367 (the largest university still resides here). It also retains its rich heritage from the age of a 150-year-long Ottoman occupation, exemplified in the mosque of Pasha Qasim and the Jakovali Hassan Mosque. In addition, the city is noted for the Cella Septichora, the Necropolic of Sopianae, an 11C cathedral, and Hungarian Bishop's Palace, among multitude of others.
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Hungary, Central Hungary region
2 nightsSat. Aug 30 - Mon. Sep 01
Budapest is the capital and the largest city of Hungary. It is the country's principal political, cultural, commercial, industrial, and transportation center, sometimes described as the primate city of Hungary. Cited as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Budapest's extensive World Heritage Site includes the banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter, Andrassy Avenue, Heroes' Square, and the Millennium Underground Railway, the second-oldest metro line in the world. The city contains around 80 geothermal springs and a plethora of remarkable attractions, such as the Castle Hill, the neo-Gothic Parliament, Saint Stephen's Basilica, Matthias Church, Dohany Street Synagogue, and more.
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3 nightsMon. Sep 01 - Thu. Sep 04
Everybody wants to visit Vienna. Not only is it the capital city of Austria, it is an exciting metropolis with a rich background in history, art and especially music. The city is known for its grand Ring Road, lined with impressive buildings including museums such as the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History. If you want to be witness to the opulence of the Habsburg dynasty then make sure to tour the former residences of the royal family at the Schönbrunn Palace and the magnificent gardens as well as the Hofburg Palace and the Belvedere Palace, with its baroque architecture.
Vienna is a city that offers something for everyone, whether you're interested in art, history, or just having fun.
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Czech Republic, Moravia region
1 nightThu. Sep 04 - Fri. Sep 05
Olomouc is a city in Moravia, in the east of the Czech Republic. Located on the Morava River, the city is the ecclesiastical metropolis and historical capital city of Moravia. Olomouc contains several large squares, the chief of which is adorned with the Holy Trinity Column, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city has numerous historic religious buildings with The most prominent being the Saint Wenceslas Cathedral. Other landmarks in town are the 15th century town hall and six Baroque fountains.
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2 nightsFri. Sep 05 - Sun. Sep 07
Zakopane is a town in the extreme south of Poland near the border with Slovakia. It lies in a valley between the Tatra Mountains and Gubalowka Hill. The town is a center of Góral culture, is known informally as "the winter capital of Poland," and is a popular destination for mountaineering, skiing, and qualified tourism. In the winter, tourists are drawn to Zakopane for its excellent conditions for winter sports: alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding. In the summer, tourists come to enjoy hiking, climbing, and spelunking. Many come to experience góral culture, which is rich and unique. Points of interest include the Koliba Villa, Jaszczurowka Chapel, and the Krupowki street.
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1 nightSun. Sep 07 - Mon. Sep 08
Krakow is the second largest and one of the oldest cities in Poland, dating back to the 7th century. It has traditionally been one of the leading centers of Polish academic, cultural, and artistic life. Major landmarks of the city include the Main Market Square with St. Mary's Basilica and the Sukiennice Cloth Hall, the Wawel Castle and Cathedral, the National Art Museum, and the medieval St Florian's Gate with the Barbican along the Royal Coronation Route. Krakow has 28 museums and public art galleries. Among them are the main branch of Poland's National Museum and the Czartoryski Museum, the latter featuring works by Leonardo da Vinci and Rembrandt.
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1 nightMon. Sep 08 - Tue. Sep 09
Kazimierz Doln is a small town in Central Poland, on the eastern bank of the Vistula river. It is a considerable tourist attraction as one of the most beautifully situated little towns in Poland. In the late 17th century, a freeze in local economic development enabled the town to preserve its Renaissance urban plan and appearance. Kazimierz Dolny is an art center in Poland. Many painters retreat to this small town to paint and sell their work. Galleries can be found in almost every street, offering for sale sculptures, stained-glass, folk art, and fine art. When visiting don't miss the St. Anna’s Hospital Church, the Wailing Wall, the tenement houses, and the nearby Korzeniowy Dol Gorge.
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Poland, Warmian-Masurian region
1 nightTue. Sep 09 - Wed. Sep 10
Elk is a town in northeastern Poland, belonging to the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. Elk is the capital of Elk County and lies on a shore of Elk Lake, which was formed by a glacier, and is surrounded by forests. It is the largest city, and according to many, the capital of the region of Masuria. One of its principal attractions is hunting, which is carried out in extensive forests. Located in short distance from lakes and national parks, this destination is especially beloved by nature lovers who prefer to avoid overcrowded destinations.
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2 nightsWed. Sep 10 - Fri. Sep 12
Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania and its largest city, located in the southeast part of the country, and is the second largest city of the Baltic states. It is known for its Old Town of beautiful architecture, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Its Jewish influence until the 20th century has led to it being described as the "Jerusalem of Lithuania" and Napoleon named it "the Jerusalem of the North" as he was passing through in 1812. In 2009, Vilnius was the European Capital of Culture, together with the Austrian city of Linz. Its attractions include the Amber Gallery-Museum, Gate of Dawn, Church of St. Anne, Republic of Uzupis, and the Vilnius Castle Complex among many others.
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2 nightsFri. Sep 12 - Sun. Sep 14
Riga is the capital and the largest city of Latvia. With 641,007 inhabitants, Riga is the largest city of the Baltic states and home to more than one third of Latvia's population. The city lies on the Gulf of Riga, at the mouth of the Daugava. Riga was founded in 1201 and is a former Hanseatic League member. Riga's historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, noted for its Art Nouveau/Jugendstil architecture and 19th century wooden architecture.[7] Riga was the European Capital of Culture during 2014, along with Umea in Sweden. Some of its many attractions include Art Nouveau Museum, St. Peter's Church, Latvian National History Museum, Riga Cathedral, Mentzendorff House, and more.
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1 nightSun. Sep 14 - Mon. Sep 15
Parnu is a city in southwestern Estonia on the coast of Parnu Bay, an inlet of the Gulf of Livonia in the Baltic Sea. It is a popular summer holiday resort with many hotels, restaurants, and large beaches. The Parnu River flows through the city and drains into the Gulf of Riga. The city is served by Parnu Airport.
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2 nightsMon. Sep 15 - Wed. Sep 17
Helsinki, the capital of Finland, is a love story between the city and the sea. The city lies on the shores of the Gulf of Finland and the blue arms of the Baltic Sea and it is surrounded by hundreds of islands and islets. The city center is surprisingly beautiful with an urban charm that combines neoclassical buildings, many cobblestone and ancient alleys - evidence of influence from the Russian East and modern Scandinavian architectural style. Helsinki holds a wide range of interesting sites and fascinating attractions.
It is ranked as one of the most livable cities in the world.
Secret: There are different areas of the city that actually have heated sidewalks (some of which have heating elements to keep them free of ice and snow).
Walking, cycling, jogging, supping – all these activities bring this area to life and Lake Tolunalatti and the landscape give you an authentic taste and feel of Finland.
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