Small Group Journeys

Tours 2027

Three carefully crafted itineraries across Central and Eastern Europe. Each led personally by Alex, limited to sixteen participants, and built around two decades of on-the-ground expertise.

Max 16 participants
Expert-led, every day
June & September departures
01
Hungary · Romania · Slovakia

Budapest, Szeged & Tokaj
Timișoara & Oradea
Košice & Prešov

Duration
11 Days
Price
$4,720 per person in double room
Single Supplement
$780
Group Size
Max 16
Route
Budapest → Budapest

From Budapest through Szeged and the Banat to the wine towns of Tokaj, with a day across the border in Košice and Prešov. Three countries, eleven days, one continuous thread of memory.

2027 Departures
7 Jun – 17 Jun 2027
02
Hungary · Romania

Budapest & Maramureș
Transylvania
& Bucharest

Duration
12 Days
Price
$4,890 per person in double room
Single Supplement
$860
Group Size
Max 16
Route
Budapest → Bucharest

From the Danube to the Carpathians — Budapest's synagogues, Oradea's Art Nouveau quarter, the medieval towns of Transylvania, and Bucharest's remarkable Choral Synagogue.

2027 Departures
30 Aug – 10 Sep 2027
03
Romania · Republic of Moldova

Moldavia, Bukovina
& Kishinev/ Bessarabia

Duration
12 Days
Price
$4,760 per person in double room
Single Supplement
$860
Group Size
Max 16
Route
Iași → Kishinev

Deep into the landscapes of Eastern European Jewish memory — from Iași through Moldavia's forgotten communities and into Bukovina, the land of the Baal Shem Tov's heirs and great Hasidic dynasties.

2027 Departures
16 Sep – 27 Sep 2027

What You Can Expect

Our group tours are thoughtfully designed so you can focus on the experience. Here's what's included in the tour price.

01

Expert Guidance

Alex leads every small group tour personally. At key sites along the way, expert local guides bring their specialist knowledge to enrich the experience — each one carefully selected for their depth and passion.

02

Hand-Selected Accommodation

Carefully chosen hotels that balance comfort, character, and convenience — always well-located and close to the sites we visit.

03

Private Transportation

A dedicated private vehicle for the group throughout — no public transport, no waiting, and the flexibility to adjust the route when something unexpected arises.

04

All Entrance Fees

Every synagogue, museum, memorial site, archive visit, and cultural entry fee is included in the tour price. There are no hidden extras on the road.

05

Breakfast & Select Meals

Daily breakfast at your hotel, plus select group lunches and dinners. Other meals are at your own expense, giving you the freedom to explore local dining.

Practical Information

Our tours are designed to be accessible to anyone with a genuine interest in Jewish heritage, regardless of prior knowledge. The pace is unhurried — we are not trying to cover everything, but to understand what we do see.

Group sizes are capped at sixteen participants. This is not a marketing claim — it is a firm limit, because it is the size at which a group can still enter a private archive, sit around a table for a shared dinner, and move through a cemetery without feeling like an invasion.

Flights are not included in the tour price. We are happy to advise on routing and arrival cities. International travel insurance with medical coverage is mandatory for all participants; we also strongly recommend cancellation cover.

What level of physical fitness is required?
Moderate. Tours involve walking on uneven ground in cemeteries and cobbled streets. There are no strenuous hikes, but participants should be comfortable on their feet. That said, there is always flexibility — if a particular walk feels too long or too steep, you are welcome to sit it out at a nearby café or rest spot and rejoin the group afterwards. No one is ever left behind.
What languages are tours conducted in?
All tours are conducted in English. Alex speaks English, Romanian, and German, and uses these with local contacts, archivists, and community members throughout.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Absolutely. Fish and vegetarian options are available at every group meal. If you have other dietary needs, just let us know when booking and we will make the necessary arrangements.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking at least six months in advance. Our tours fill early and, if you require pre-tour research, we recommend booking even earlier.
Can I add private days before or after the tour?
Yes, and many participants do. We are happy to suggest additional sites or arrange guided extensions around either end of the group itinerary.

We Also Design Private Journeys

If none of our group tours match your dates, your family's geography, or the kind of experience you're imagining — we can build something entirely your own.