8-Day Halloween in Transylvania including 3 Halloween parties

Day 1: Bucharest - Snagov - Bucharest

1. Snagov Monastery
   2h · Admission ticket included
   10:00 AM - Our English speaking guide collects you from Moxa Boutique Hotel. Be prepared to immerge into the legend. Drive to Snagov to visit Snagov Monastery where, according to the legend, Vlad was buried after his assassination. The monastic establishment is located on a small island of Snagov Lake. The architectural style of the monastery follows the architectural pattern that is characteristic to the monasteries on the Holy Mount Athos in Greece. Return to Bucharest and enjoy a city tour. Your accommodation is in a great 4* hotel.

Day 2: Bucharest – Arefu (179 km, 2h 50min driving) – Halloween Dinner Party in Arefu

1. Arefu
   1h
   10:00 Morning drive to Arefu, the village Vlad the Impaler retired to after defeating his enemies in bloody battles. A popular destination for those interested in the history of Vlad Tepes and Dracula, Arefu is a reminder of the dark and bloody past of this region. Have fun at a Halloween Dinner Party and accommodate at Valea cu Pesti hotel, built in the place where the favourite cottage of Nicu Ceausescu, the son of communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu, used to be located.

Day 3: Arefu – Sibiu (143 km, 3h driving)

1. Sibiu
   1h 30m
   Say goodbye to Arefu and head next to the Medieval Saxon City of Sibiu. the European Cultural Capital for 2007. 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. The city contains the largest concentrations of tourist attractions in Romania. Accommodate in a 4* hotel.

Day 4: Sibiu – Cluj-Napoca (177km, 2h 10 min driving)

1. Castelul Corvinilor
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   We leave the impressive medieval town of Sibiu and head next to Hunedoara. Visit the greatest Gothic style castle in Romania, Corvinesti. 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. From Hunedoara, drive to Cluj-Napoca and enjoy a city tour revealing beautiful medieval buildings such as Saint Michael’s Cathedral.

Day 5: Cluj-Napoca – Sighisoara Citadel (155 km, 2h 29 min driving) – The Great Dracula Ball in Transylvania

1. Salina Turda
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Travel to Turda. Prepare to descent to the heart of one of the biggest salines in Romania, the Salt Mines of Turda, with impressive halls named after kings and queens.
2. Sighisoara
   8h
   After visiting the spectacular Salt Mine, travel to the medieval citadel of Sighisoara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded by Saxons during the 12th century, Sighisoara still stands as one of Europe’s most beautiful and still inhabited fortified cities. Sighisoara is also the place where Vlad the Impaler, also known as Dracula, was born. Stroll around the streets of the old citadel; admire the Clock Tower, concentrating Sighisoara’s history, the beautiful Church on the Hill and the unique Covered Stairs.
   
   20:00 Put on your costume and get into the mood, this is the reason for your travel to Transylvania. Prepare yourself for The Great Dracula Ball in Transylvania. You’ll enjoy a special program complemented by fiery spirits and excellent Romanian wine. The Great Dracula Ball lasts until 01:00 AM.

Day 6: Sighisoara – Brasov - Bran (145 km, 2h 20 min driving) - Halloween Party at Bran Castle

1. Bran Castle
   12h · Admission ticket included
   Today we'll enjoy Brasov - a city with an outstanding medieval atmosphere which has played a vital role in Romania’s history, both old and new.
   
   19:30 The ultimate Halloween Party at the Bran Castle – also known as Dracula’s Castle!

Day 7: Bran – Sinaia -Bucharest (174 km, 2h 50 min driving)

1. Peles Castle
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Drive to Sinaia, the pearl of mountain resorts in Romania, explore the ground floor of Peles Palace.
   
   Late arrival in Bucharest. Please have in mind that on Sunday’s there’s a heavy traffic from Bran to Bucharest. Estimated time of arrival in Bucharest: 7PM

Day 8: Bucharest

1. Bucharest
   Pass by
   Your transfer to the airport is not included.

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Minimum drinking age is 18 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
• *Please have in mind that Halloween Party at Bran Castle is organized by administration of Bran Castle. Transylvania Live is not responsible for the content of the program/ changing’s, organizing manner or even cancelation. Transylvania Live provides only with the admission logistic.
• Please bring your Halloween costume for the parties.