Intended for those willing to discover the best parts of Transylvania’s legendary realms in a shorter period time, this 3 day break includes UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Sighisoara and Biertan, unique events which caught the attention of media world wide such as the live re-enactment of the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead*. The entertaining programme is complemented by the relaxing 4* accommodation, a medieval fantasy with beds and the mouth-watering vampire dinner! We bet our 9 lives you’ll love it.
*This event takes place for groups of at least 4 travelers
Options
Double Occupancy 2024
Double Occupancy 2024: Share a Double or a Twin Room
Single Traveler
Single Room
What's included
Hotel pick-up
Hotel drop-off
Professional guide
2 nights accommodation : 1 night in a 4* hotel and 1 night in a 3* hotel
Event: The Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead. *Only for a group of minimum 4 persons.
Dinner
Breakfast
Not included: plane ticket, airport fees, photo & video tax and other not mentioned
What to expect
Day 1: Cluj - Sighisoara - Sibiu (251 km, 4h 12 min driving)
Centrul Istoric Sighisoara
2h · Admission ticket included
UNESCO World Heritage Site. Submerge yourself in the medieval atmosphere by visiting Sighisoara’s main attractions: The Clock Tower – built in 1360 and standing 60 meters tall on top of the citadel's hill, it hosts a museum and offers a great view over the citadel. The Torture Room –this small but interesting museum is housed at the foot of the Clock Tower in the same room where prisoners were tortured and confessions were extorted during the Middle Ages. Some of the amazing torture instruments and methods are on display. The Medieval Weapon Collection – very small but it contains an interesting selection of medieval weapons (swords, arrows, etc.).
Sibiu
12h
Head next to the impressive medieval town of Sibiu. The fortified town of Sibiu has been the centre of Romania 's German minority since medieval times and it is one of Romania's most beautiful cities. Accommodate in a 4* hotel, enjoy a traditional Saxon dinner in one of the best restaurants in Sibiu.
Day 2: Sibiu - Hunedoara - Turda (272 km, 3h 17 min driving)
Castelul Corvinilor
2h · Admission ticket included
Morning drive to Hunedoara.Visit the greatest Gothic style castle in Romania, Corvinesti castle. The edifice was built in the 14th Century, on the site of a former Roman camp. It served as a fortress until the mid 1400's, when it became the residence of Transylvania's ruler, Iancu de Hunedoara. Iancu upgraded the fortress and it soon became the most beautiful castle in Transylvania.
Turda
12h
From Hunedoara drive to Turda, a small town with an intimate medieval atmosphere, home to one of the oldest Salt Mine in Romania. Delight yourself with a vampire menu for dinner , a delicious reason to travel to Transylvania ! Still, an evening to fear, you’ll attend the killing of a vampire; you’ll be part of the crowd seeking to take the bloody creature to a special place where the ritual can begin! The Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead* is followed by an Evening sitting, the Romanian term is Sezatoare.
*Please have in mind that this event will take place for a group of minimum 4 persons.
Day 3: Turda - Salina Turda - Cluj-Napoca (40 km, 40 min driving)
Salina Turda
2h · Admission ticket included
Visit one of the biggest salt mines in the country – Turda Salt Mines.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
End point
Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Dress code is smart casual
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
