7-Days Grand Romania tour from Bucharest

Day 1: Bucharest – Curtea de arges– Sibiu

1. Triumph Arch (Arcul de Triumf)
   Pass by
   Set out in the morning towards from Bucharest to Transylvania region.
2. Curtea de Arges Monastery
   30m
   On your way will stop at Curtea de Arges Monastery where you will visit an enchanting old christian orthodox monastery. Our guide will get you through the history of this faith center for Romania.
3. Transfagarasan Highway
   4h
   If the weather allows it make your way towards Sibiu city through Transfagarasan Road. Reach the top of the most beautiful and scenic route of Romania
   
   Please note that between the period of June-October Transfagarasan Road is open.
   
   If the Transfagarasan Road is closed the alternative route of Olt Valley River Road will be used.
4. TransferSibiu24
   30m
   Reach in the afternoon in Sibiu where you will find this German style city to be a magical place as it’s situated in the central part of Transylvania and still maintains the style of a german city. Tour the old town area with our guide.

Day 2: Sibiu – Alba Iulia – Maramures

1. Cetatea Alba Iulia
   1h
   Enjoy a warm breakfast in the morning and then set out for Alba Iulia city. This small town is a well preservered citadel. Tour the inside of the Old Town section and discover the history of the ancient and medieval times.
2. Wooden Churches of Maramures
   30m
   Reach in the afternoon the region of Maramures in Breb Village. Have a traditional Wooden House for the accommodation and you will enjoy traditional meals prepared by the locals.

Day 3: Maramures Excursion

1. Barsana Monastery
   30m
   After breakfast set out in the morning for your Maramures excursion.
   
   Your first stop will be at one of the most important monasteries of the area, Barsana monastery that offers an insight of the local culture with wood carventing skills.
   
   Head for the Wood Carventer, one of the few craftsmen of the area that will offer an idea of how wood carventing is done in Maramures.
2. Muzeul Tarancii Romane
   45m
   Reach Dragomiresti Museum to find out about more about Maramures culture from a local with a visit at traditional house with it’s traditional belongings
   
   Next stop will be at the local whirpool to see how the locals where washing their clothes and rugs.
3. Merry Cemetery
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   End your day at the Merry Cemetery where your guide will read funny stories of people of Maramures, that have been buried in the cemetery. Built in 1947 this cemetery offers a different perspective on how after life should be approached, by taking it into a more funny way rather than sad way.

Day 4: Maramures – Tihuta pass – Voronet Monastery – Gura Humorului

1. Manastirea Voronet
   30m
   Enjoy your warm breakfast and then depart for Bucovina region. On your way will reach Tihuta Pass which offers a great view over Bucovina region.
   
   Reach in Gura Humorului and first see the Voronet Monastery. This is one of the most famous monasteries of the area as it was built by the famous ruler of Moldova region known as Stephan the Great. During his period he has manage to build over 300 monasteries most of them situated in the region of Bucovina.

Day 5: Gura humorului – Sucevita Monastery – Moldovita Monastery – Black pottery – Gura Humorului

1. Manastirea Moldovika
   30m
   Start fresh in the morning after breakfast and head for Moldovita Monastery. This UNESCO Heritage monastery offers a view for those which are interested in history and religion. Join our guide to offer explanations about the paintings situated on the outside wall of the monastery.
2. Sucevita Monastery
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   Next stop will be at Sucevita Monastery where you will have the chance of exploring another vibrating old painted monastery.
3. Ceramica neagra Marginea
   30m
   After this you head for the Black Pottery of Marginea to find out all about this old craft technique which is still being used nowadays. You will have the chance to see a real demonstration from one of the local craftsmen

Day 6: Gura humorului – Bicaz Gorge – Red lake – Brasov

1. Bicaz Gorges
   45m
   Start fresh in the morning after breakfast and head for your next destination Sighisoara which situated in the central part of Transylvania. On the way you will pass through Bicaz Gorge and reach the Red Lake where you can have lunch ( own expense).
2. Red Lake
   1h
   reach the Red Lake where you can have lunch ( own expense).
3. Brasov Historical Center
   45m
   In the afternoon you will reach Brasov where you will explore this fairytale town. Our guide will let you through the history of this place as you are going to explore the Catherine’s Gates a former entrance of the city.

Day 7: Brasov – Bran – Peles – Bucharest

1. Bran Castle
   2h
   In the morning you will head for Bran castle aka Dracula’s castle in order to discover this medieval castle. Tour the inside and at the end if you wish you can enjoy free time in the market in front.
2. Peles Castle
   2h
   Reach the Peles Palace in Sinaia where you are going to visit the inside of one of the best palaces that Romania can offer. This 19th century palace was built by the first king of Romania.
   
   Reach Bucharest in the afternoon.
   
   End of service.

Pickup details

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• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• • Single supplement – 300 euro per room.