Tour the historic and culturally-rich countries of Eastern Europe including the Czech Republic, Croatia, Hungary, Slovenia and Poland. Uncover sobering historic sites in Poland, hike though Slovenia's towering peaks or soak up some sun along the Dalmatian Coast as you discover Eastern Europe by rail, coach or small group adventure.
Must do experiences and highlights in Eastern Europe & Russia
Auschwitz Concentration Camp
Visit the former Concentration Camp where sobering stories paint a picture of a horrific time, giving you an insight and understanding of the suffering endured.
The Heart of the Czech Republic
Spend an afternoon wandering through the medieval streets of Parague's Old Town and reward yourself with a pint of local pilsner at the beer gardens at Letná Park and Vyšehrad.
Sofia, Bulgaria
With the golden domes of Aleksander Nevski Cathedral at its heart, Sofia enchants with its impressive architecture and a collection of pleasant gardens and parks.
Romania’s Bran Castle
Known as Dracula’s Castle, this fortress is perched atop a rocky outcrop boosting its terracotta turrets above the Transylvanian landscape. For a special (and thrillingly spooky) experience, visit on a Halloween tour.
Budapest’s Central Market Hall
Enjoy the sensory overload of this three storey indoor market, filled with the smell of paprika, fresh goods, food stalls, and all kinds of crafts. Don’t forget to try some Hungarian salami!
Recent Reviews
What our clients are saying about touring through Eastern Europe & Russia
The trip was fabulous, the cities explored were so imperial and impressive. Our Tour Director Agnes was wonderful, she knew everything about all the cities and places of where to go in your spare time. She was also thoughtful and attentive to all the travellers. Highly recommend Trafalgar and Global Journeys for an amazing adventure. Hotels were excellent.
Central Europe a majestic experience Bohemian HighlightsVivianne, NSW, Australia, Dec 2025
Central Europe is a majestic experience, grand castles, impressive architecture, delicious food, beautiful streets and parks. Our Tour Director Kate was superb, incredibly knowledgeable on the country's history, food, politics and customs.
Our guide, Brad, was amazing. He had such an extensive knowledge of everywhere we went. This was our fifth Insight tour and I would highly recommend them. Our booking with Global was seamless and Hannah was very efficient and helpful. The places we visited were very interesting, I especially enjoyed the dinner river cruise at night in Budapest. The read more Parliament building alone, is worth the effort.
Croatia would have to be one of the most picturesque places I have travelled to. Even the bus trip from the airport to Dubrovnik was beautiful. I highly recommend this destination.
Ancient Macedonia Ancient MacedoniaLori, MO, United States, Sep 2025
A wonderful tour! The Balkans are absolutely beautiful, especially Macedonia. So glad we had 3 nights in Ohrid as it was fabulous. Our tour guide, Jane, was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and patient with all questions. Our driver, Dzogo, was a true expert—not only handling the hairpin mountain turns with ease but also skillfully maneuvering through read more the narrow city streets. The itinerary offered a perfect balance of planned activities and free time, and we had an excellent group of fellow travelers. I highly recommend this trip before the rest of the world discovers what a gem this region truly is!
Not just for foodies but anyone looking to enjoy the Balkans with a few likeminded people. On this trip we enjoyed scenery, landmarks and food with local families. Seeing how the products are produced and then enjoying them within a home cooked meal was a highlight of the tour. Alec was a fully engaged, friendly and knowledgeable guide.
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Your guide to travelling through Eastern Europe & Russia
The Balkans, a region often overlooked by travellers, is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Comprising Albania, Kosovo, Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and
Situated at the crossroads of Europe and the Balkans, Bulgaria is a hidden treasure just waiting to be discovered. The history of this enchanting Eastern European country is
Croatia oozes historic cities that are flavoured with the cultures and religions that have called this region home through the shifting times. You will be charmed with
Croatia has become a popular tourist destination. Justifiably so, its medieval cities and Roman ruins are perfectly preserved, and the national parks offer picture perfect