Journey to Romania's prized locations on the 7 day privately escorted tour. Start in the capital of Bucharest, known as the "little Paris", before heading into Transylvania. Here you will find the impressive old town of Sibiu, charming country towns, and jaw dropping scenery. No trip to Transylvania is complete without visiting Sighisoara, an amazing fortified town where Dracula himself was born. Speaking of Dracula, you will also visit Bran's castle, before staying in the magnificent town of Brasov. This adventure is filled with mountains, history, culture and much more!
7 days - from $2,670
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
- Wander the streets of the UNESCO listed Old Town in medieval Sighisoara
- Enjoy culinary experiences including a home cooked meal in the village of Sibiel and dinner in the famous restaurant “Casa Vlad Dracul”
- Explore “Dracula’s Castle” located on the rolling hills of Transylvania
- Visit the enchanting Peles Castle in Sinaia
Day 1 Bucharest
Welcome to Romania! Your tour commences with an arrival transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure so you may either rest or begin exploring Bucharest. Admire the beautiful architecture everywhere and stroll around the relaxing green space throughout the city. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Stay at: Hotel Central Trademark by Wyndham (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2 Bucharest – Sibiu
After breakfast, discover the highlights of Romania’s capital which in the national language, means the 'city of joy'. You will visit the imposing Parliament Palace, the world’s second largest administrative building, the Royal Palace and the historic city centre. Continue to the spectacular Olt Valley, the longest gorge in Romania, dotted with centuries-old churches, before arriving into medieval Sibiu, situated in the historical region of Transylvania.
Stay at: Hotel Continental Forum (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Day 3 Sibiu - Sibiel - Sibiu
Today, you will explore Sibiu’s impressive Old Town and visit Brukenthal Museum and the Astra Open Air Museum to gain an insight into Romanian history, culture and heritage. Brukenthal Museum is based on the collections of Baron Brukenthal, governor of Transylvania around 1790, while Astra Museum is the largest and most complete open air museum in Europe that shows the daily life of the local people. Continue to the nearby village of Sibiel in the serene countryside for a typical home-cooked Romanian dinner. Return to Sibiu for overnight.
Stay at: Hotel Continental Forum (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Day 4 Sibiu – Sighisoara
This morning, admire the perfectly preserved, medieval towns of Medias and Biertan in Transylvania. This area is the heart of traditional and rural Romanian life and has changed little over time. Continue to beautiful Sighisoara, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its well-preserved walled old town, it is also the birthplace of Vlad Dracula. Enjoy a city tour and have some time to wander the winding, cobblestone streets before dinner at the famous restaurant "Casa Vlad Dracul” where the legend of Dracula was created.
Stay at: Hotel Casa Wagner (3 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Day 5 Sighisoara - Bran - Brasov
Explore Sighisoara’s 12th century citadel which is fortified with towers and artillery bastions before continuing to Bran for a tour of Dracula’s castle. Connected to the actual Wallachian ruler Vlad the Impaler, he was believed to have been imprisoned there after his capture by the Hungarians in 1462. Later, travel to charming Brasov for an afternoon city tour that will reveal the magnificence of this city. Here you will visit the Black Church, the largest Gothic church between Vienna and Istanbul, as well as the historic Old Town Hall.
Stay at: Bella Muzica (3 star) or Casa Cranta (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Day 6 Brasov - Sinaia - Bucharest
After breakfast, travel to Sinaia in the Carpathian Mountains for a tour of the enchanting Peles Castle built by King Carol l. Marvel at its fine collection of paintings, sculptures and furniture, the castle is considered a masterpiece of German new-Renaissance architecture and one of the most stunning in Europe. Return to Bucharest for a final night and be treated to a special farewell dinner and folk show, sure to give the perfect conclusion to your time in Romania.
Stay at: Hotel Continental Forum (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Day 7 Bucharest
Following breakfast, your Discover Romania tour comes to an end with a departure transfer for your onward journey.
Meals included: Breakfast
- English-speaking guide/driver
- 3 and 4 star hotel accommodation
- Entrance fees
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Arrival and departure transfers
- Parking fees and road taxes
- Hotel porterage
- Services of a local representative
- 6 breakfasts
- 6 dinners including 1 home-cooked dinner in Sibiel village and 1 Folklore dinner in Bucharest
Guided tours of:
- Bucharest
- Sibiu
- Sighisoara
- Bran Castle
- Brasov
- Peles Castle
Entrance fees:
- Parliament Palace in Bucharest
- Brukenthal Museum & Astra – Open Air Museum in Sibiu
- Sighisoara Fortress
- Royal Palace
- Bran Castle
- Black Church in Brasov
- Peles Castle in Sinaia
- Biertan Fortified Church
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| 8 Oct 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | $2,670 $3,180 | |
| Price per adult in Australian Dollars (AUD) |
