Discover Transylvania from Budapest

5.0 (2 reviews) Budapest, Hungary
Duration4 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

If you are in Budapest and want to discover Transylvania this is the right tour for you. A 4-day tour that will take you through the most impressive places Transylvania has to offer and will leave you wanting for more. Our guides are experts in Transylvanian history and culture and will tell you the story of this fantastic region that many want to know and understand.

What's included

  • Breakfast
  • Expert Guide
  • Lunch and Dinner everyday
  • Souvenirs and other personal expenses
  • 4 star hotel for those who desire a 4 star hotel

What to expect

Day 1: Budapest - Transylvania
  1. Castelul Corvinilor
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Our first stop will be at Corvin Castle, probably the most amazing gothic castle in Eastern Europe where we'll be talking about the history of Transylvania and who built this beautiful fort.
  2. Cetatea Alba Iulia
    1h
    Next we will be visiting the place where the unification of Romania was signed back in 1918, Alba Iulia. The Old Town is simply stunning, as it is basically within a star shaped fortress so there so much to discover!
Day 2: Alba Iulia - Brasov
  1. Salina Turda
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Turda Salt Mine will simply leave you speechless. One of the most amazing underground places in Europe is right here in the heart of Transylvania where we'll be 120m underground ( 360 feet ). Don't worry, it's a huge space and you won't feel claustrophobic
  2. Sighisoara
    2h
    Sighisoara will surely amaze you with its beautiful colorful houses and with its interesting history. We'll explore the Old Town and get to see one of the last inhabited medieval forts in Europe.
  3. Viscri Fortified Church
    45m · Admission ticket included
    After exploring Sighisoara we will stop to visit another UNESCO site in Viscri, the place where King Charles of England has a house and comes to visit every year. Here we will discover the fortified church inside and out and get the change to go up the main tower!
  4. Brasov Historical Center
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    Before hitting the hay we will be doing a walking tour of Brasov's Old Town which many consider to be one of the most impressive in Transylvania. During the tour we'll get to visit the Black Church, the largest gothic church in Romania.
Day 3: Brasov - Timisoara
  1. Bran Castle
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Early in the morning before the crowds come we will go see Dracula's castle, the most famous tourist spot in Romania! We'll see who built it and why and talk about Bram Stoker's novel who made this spot so popular!
  2. Carta Monastery
    30m · Admission ticket included
    One of the least know but truly interesting places in Romania is Carta Abbey. The easternmost Cistercian abbey in the Europe is a must while driving from Brasov to Sibiu.
  3. Sibiu
    2h
    Sibiu is a must when visiting Transylvania. We will be exploring its old town and walk up the council tower for the best view of the main square and of the surrounding area.
Day 4: Timisoara - Budapest
  1. Timisoara Historical Center
    2h
    On our last day we will be exploring the Old Town of Timisoara, European Capital of Culture in 2023 and learn about what happened in 1989 as this is the place where the revolution against the communist regime started!
  2. Budapest
    Pass by
    Drive back to Budapest or Budapest Airport.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

You'll be picked up from Budapest Airport or from any address in Budapest or the surrounding area.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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