Embark on an 8-day adventure through Romania’s Transylvania and Maramures regions. Explore medieval cities, meet locals, and visit iconic attractions like Bran Castle.
Bucharest
Old Town - On the first day of your Classic Romania Tour, our guide will pick you up for a city tour of Bucharest, where Western and Eastern European cultures blend beautifully. Despite this exotic mix, the influence of the communist regime is unmistakable.
Your Bucharest day tour starts with the city’s most distinctive building from the communist era, the Palace of the Parliament. Please note that the Palace of the Parliament is currently closed until June and will be replaced with Spring Palace. Also known as the House of the People, this impressive structure is the second largest building in the world after the Pentagon, according to the Guinness World Records. As you walk through its grand marble rooms, your guide will share the grim details of its construction.
The tour continues with a visit to Bucharest’s Old Town, home to several architectural gems and notable buildings. This area is the city’s nightlife hotspot, and its vibrant atmosphere will give you a true sense of Bucharest’s vibe. The tour concludes, and we will head to the hotel.
Overnight in Bucharest.
Bucharest - Curtea de Argeș - Sibiu
Centrul Istoric - Breakfast.
On the second day, we will depart from Bucharest to the beautiful region of Transylvania. Our first stop is the Curtea de Arges Monastery, a stunning religious site at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains. We will then drive through the Olt Valley, admiring the region’s untouched landscapes before reaching Cozia Monastery, a site reflecting national medieval art and architecture. *In the summer (Mid June to Early November), the trip to Cozia Monastery will be replaced with a drive on the Transfăgărășan.
Next, we arrive in Sibiu, named the European Capital of Culture in 2007. Here, we will take a walking tour of the city, exploring the Main Square, the Brukenthal Museum, and the Roman Catholic Cathedral before visiting Huet Square and its Evangelical Church.
We will then pass through the passage of stairs and cross the famous Bridge of Lies.
Overnight in Sibiu.
Sibiu - Sibiel - Alba Iulia - Turda - Cluj-Napoca
Cluj Napoca - Breb - Barsana - Sighetu Marmatiei
UNESCO Wooden Churches - Sighetu Marmatiei - Targu Mures
Targu Mures Fortress - Breakfast.
On the fifth day of your Romania tour, you will visit two ancient wooden churches that are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site: Poienile Izei (Iza Meadows) and Barsana, the latter being one of the largest Orthodox architectural ensembles in Romania. The art of woodcarving, perfected over generations, remains the main craft of the local community, as you will see in a local artisan’s workshop. After the presentation, you can purchase unique handmade souvenirs.
Today, you will have the chance to taste local products in one of Romania’s most picturesque and well-preserved regions. The locals still use their own garden harvests to create delicious dishes.
In the evening, we will arrive in Targu Mures, a city known for its ethnic and cultural diversity.
Overnight in Targu Mures.
Targu Mures - Biertan - Sighisoara - Viscri - Brasov
Brasov Historical Center - Breakfast.
We will visit Biertan, the largest fortified church in Transylvania, built by the Saxons in the sixteenth century and now a UNESCO monument.
A highlight of the Classic Romania Tour is Sighișoara, the only inhabited medieval fortress included in UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. Walking up the winding cobblestone streets lined with historic buildings, we reach the Clock Tower, a city symbol, offering breathtaking views. The Tower houses a museum of medieval weapons and a torture chamber. After visiting the tower, we’ll climb the three hundred wooden steps to the Church-on-the-Hill, built in the 14th century.
Fascinated by the countryside life and the peaceful atmosphere of this Transylvanian village, His Royal Highness, Prince Charles, restored one of the traditional houses, making it his annual retreat in May. Besides admiring the specific architecture of Viscri houses, we’ll enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through the village, providing an opportunity to enjoy the calm, rural scenery, and we will stop to visit the locals and enjoy some homemade cake.
Then, we will reach Brasov, a city founded by the Teutonic Knights, located at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains.
Overnight in Brasov.
Brasov - Bran - Sinaia - Bucharest
Old Town - Breakfast.
In Brașov, we will take a walking tour of the city, exploring one of the narrowest streets in the world, visiting the beautiful Council Square, and finally admiring the famous Gothic cathedral, the Black Church.
Next, we will visit the famous Bran Castle on a tour from Brașov. Here, you will discover the legend of Dracula in a full Bran Castle tour. Bran is one of the world’s spookiest medieval castles, commonly known as Dracula’s Castle. Built in the 13th century, it stands strategically atop a 60-meter cliff, overlooking the main access route into medieval Transylvania.
We’ll then visit a small but notable mountain resort, which gained fame thanks to the royal family who chose Sinaia as their residence in the 20th century. Our first stop will be the Orthodox Monastery in Sinaia, followed by Peles Castle, a splendid Gothic-style castle built by Romania’s first king, Carol I of Hohenzollern. Here, you will take a castle tour and learn about the Romanian royal family’s life.
In the evening, we will return to Bucharest.
Overnight in Bucharest.
Bucharest - Departure
Old Town - On the last day of your tour in Romania, you will have breakfast and check out of the hotel.
The airport transfer will be according to schedule, marking the end of your Classic Romania Tour.
- 7 nights’ accommodation in central hotels
- Daily breakfast
- 1 lunch featuring local products
- Traditional folk show dinner
- Modern vehicle for transportation
- Authentic horse-drawn carriage ride
- Airport transfers included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Health insurance
- Airplane tickets
- Meals, other than those included in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to monuments others than those included in the itinerary
Embark on an 8-day Romanian sojourn visiting its most famed tourist sites. Start your journey with a city exploration of Bucharest, moving onward to the historic region of Transylvania to immerse yourself in its extraordinary local culture. Your itinerary will encompass the medieval metropolises of Brasov and Sibiu, interactions with residents of Viscri and Biertan, a flavor of Maramures, and tracing the legendary tale of Dracula at Bran Castle.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult;
- Child rates are €25 cheaper than adult rates. Child rate applies only when taking the tour with at least 2 paying adults.
- Not wheelchair accessible;
- Price is per person based on 2 people sharing a double room. Travelers who wish to stay in a single room must pay the single supplement fee.
- If you are off the age limit, don’t worry, we can still offer you this tour! Because we want to provide excellent services to all our guests, we suggest you have a private tour! The high age gaps between our guests and difficulty levels on various attractions may affect both experiences.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
