Enjoy your visit to romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family Visit the Patriarchal church of Bucharest, the center of Romanian Orthodox faith Special dinner with a guest lecturer who enlightens you on Romania's turbulent history At a beautiful 17th century Bulgarian church, attend a performance by an esteemed local choir Walk along the cobbled streets of Plovdiv, a millennial town with a tumultuous history Ascend to the 10th century Rila Monastery, proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site Explore the historic streets of Skopje’s Old Town, stopping at the House of Mother Teresa Wine tasting and vineyard tour in Stobi, a city in the Republic of North Macedonia at the crossroads of civilization Discover lively Tirana, the beating heart of Albania, with its vibrant café culture and funky art Visit Kruje, where the hero Skanderbeg defended Albania from the Ottomans †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates