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7 Days Romania's Highlights: Explore Carpathians, Timisoara, Sibiu, Bucharest, and More
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Embark on a 7-day journey through Romania’s highlights, from the Carpathian Mountains to Timisoara, Sibiu, Bucharest, and more. Discover the rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and iconic landmarks, including Dracula Castle and Peles Castle. Uncover the peaceful coexistence of different cultures in this captivating country.
Duration:
7 days
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Timisoara Historical Center - Walking tour in Timisoara
- Castelul Corvinilor - Enjoy a guided tour of Corvin’s Castle
- Cetatea Alba Iulia - Alba Iulia, an important city from a historical point of view, because the Great United Romania was made here on December 1st, 1918. Walking tour of the city-fortress
- Medieval city of Sibiu - Walking Tour of Sibiu, the European Capital of Culture in 2007, dominated by the Tower of the Clock or Council Tower dating to the medieval era and by the extensive 18th – 19th century Brukenthal museum, the former residence of the governor of Transylvania. The big square, the small square and Huet Square, with the Evangelical Cathedral, show off in all their beauty.
- Centrul Istoric Sighisoara - Visit to the city of Sighisoara, with its imposing Clock Tower. This citadel is the best preserved in Europe and, extraordinary, it is still inhabited. Since 1999 the historic center of Sighisoara is a UNESCO heritage site. Here we will admire the church on the hill, reachable after a wooden staircase called the schoolchildren’s ladder. We will also see the statue of the famous Hungarian national poet Petofi Sandor, testifying to the fact that in Sighisoara the Magyar community was in the past numerically important. Next to the statue is the beautiful Catholic church, reserved for the Hungarian community, and the tower of the shoemakers. Lunch at the house where Vlad the Impaler was born (not included)
- Targu Mures Fortress - Targu Mures is dominated by the beautiful Palace of Culture, symbol of the locality, an extraordinary baroque palace. In this transylvanian city, the Hungarian community is still numerous and the architects who have worked on the design of historic buildings are all Hungarians
- Moldovita Monastery - Moldovita monastery is another famous religious monument, founded by Pietro Rares in the 16th century and whose interior and exterior frescoes enchant the visitor.
- Sucevita Monastery - Sucevita monastery was founded by the Movila brothers in the seventeenth century. It presents Gothic and Byzantine elements, which merge to form the fascinating Moldovan architectural style. The frescoes on the northern façade of this monastery have remained visible thanks to the protective walls that have never been demolished here
- Manastirea Voronet - Voronet, nicknamed the Sistine Chapel of the Carpathians, founded by the great prince Stephen the Great and characterized by a beautiful blue color, inimitable and unique in the world
- Bicaz Canyon - he Bicaz gorges are crossed by a road flanked by a stream and constitute a landscape of strong emotional impact with thrilling cliffs. Along the gorges there is a market with typical handicrafts and souvenirs that make the attraction even more lively.
- Peasant Fortified Church at Prejmer - Visit the Unesco fortified church of Prejmer.
- Agapia Monastery - Visit the beautiful Agapia Monastery.
- Red Lake - Visit of the Red Lake, a natural barrier lake, which was formed following the landslide of a part of a mountain, in fact the trunks of the trees are still present in the lake and this gives a particularly evocative atmosphere. The place is interesting especially for the legends that were born and have spread in reference to the name of the lake. During the visit you will become aware of these legends.
- Brasov Historical Center - Brasov, a wonderful Transylvanian town, once entirely fortified, an important cultural, tourist and commercial center. Brasov impresses with its typically German architecture, where the Gothic, the Baroque and the Renaissance intersect to give life to an interesting and culturally very lively city. Visit of the First Romanian School, which is located in the oldest district of the city, and which was inhabited exclusively by Romanians, the Schei district, interesting for the entrances into the city that were carried out in medieval times through the Caatherine’s and Schei Gate, quest last of the nineteenth century. In Brasov we will also visit the impressive Black Church, the largest evangelical Gothic church in Eastern Europe, with a 65 meter high bell tower and a length of 90 meters, the church houses the most beautiful nineteenth-century mechanical organ of Romania. We will then admire the palaces and houses of the historic center, recently restored, with the Council Square which now houses a beautiful museum, and the pedestrian Avenue of the Republic.
- Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - Bran is where we will visit the famous Bran Castle, better known as Dracula’s Castle. In the Middle Ages, Bran was exactly on the border between Wallachia and Transylvania, so it was essential for the inhabitants of Brasov to build and preserve a defensive stronghold. In the 90s of the 900 this fortress was transformed into a beautiful castle thanks to the intervention of Queen Maria of Romania
- Peles Castle - Visit to the fabulous Peles Castle, the summer residence of the first king of Romania, the King Charles 1 of Hohenzollern, of German origins. The castle was beautifully designed by a Czech architect, and is famous for being one of the most modern castles in Europe at the time of its construction, between the 19th and 20th centuries. Each room is characterized by a unique style, different from the styles of the other rooms. We will also admire the Florentine room, where we will breathe a typically Italian and Renaissance atmosphere.
What's Included
- Complimentary breakfast
- Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
- Expert English-speaking tour guide
What's Not Included
- Entrance fees at the museums not included
- Tips for tour guide/driver
Additional Information
Embark on a 7-day journey from Budapest exploring Timisoara, the 2021 European Capital of Culture, and Sibiu, the former 2007 title-holder. This trip offers a glimpse into the peaceful coexistence of diverse cultures within a single nation. Bask in the soothing beauty of the Carpathian greenery and delve into Bucharest’s intriguing history, broad boulevards, and top attractions. Cherish a visit to Sighisoara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of Vlad Dracula. Marvel at the renowned Dracula Castle and opulent Peles Castle in Sinaia, known as the Carpathian Pearl for its splendid architecture and lush surroundings. This enriching experience will take you to Pass Borgo, the Bicaz Gorges and the exquisite fresco-laden monasteries of Bucovina, among which the ‘Sistine Chapel’ of Romania stands out with its unique Last Judgement.
Location
Timisoara Historical Center
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
