Transylvania in a nutshell 2 days tour from Cluj

Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Duration2 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 7 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Highlights:
• Corvin Castle: The largest Gothic castle in Romania, known for its dramatic architecture and historical significance.
• Sibiu city center, recognized as the European Capital of Culture (2007)
• Biertan fortified church, the most imposing Saxon church, part of UNESCO heritage.
• Sighisoara Fortress: a beautifully preserved medieval town, also a UNESCO heritage
• Vlad the Impaler birthplace, Romanian prince who inspired the legendary Dracula character

Options

Private tour + accommodation

3* accommodation: Single supplement is not included and will be paid on the spot (30 eur).
min 1 & max 7 participants: This option insures you that no other traveller will joint you on the tour.
Pickup included

Private tour -no accommodation

.: Not having the accommodation costs included gives you the flexibility in choosing the accommodation category which suits you.
min 1 & max 7 participants: This option insures you that no other traveller will joint you on the tour.
Pickup included

What's included

  • services of a professional English speaking guide / driver
  • TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
  • accommodation in a 3* hotel, on a double room basis - if you choose this options
  • all transportation by private vehicle or minibus (gas, road tax and parking fees included)
  • hotel pick up & drop off (only for private tours)
  • your meals and drinks (other than the ones mentioned above)
  • your personal expenses, flights & travel insurance
  • entry tickets (for Corvin Castle, Sibiu Lutheran Cathedral, Biertan fortified church)
  • single supplement if you chose the accommodation included option (30 eur to be paid on the spot)

What to expect

Day 1: Cluj - Alba Iulia - Hunedoara - Sibiu
  1. Cetatea Alba Iulia
    1h
    After breakfast, take a one hour transfer to Alba Iulia. Stop to visit the Vauban citadel. Good chance to understand why this is a very special town both for Romanians and Hungarians of Transylvania.
  2. Castelul Corvinilor
    2h
    Visit Corvin Castle (also known as Hunyadi Castle), built by the glorious Hunyadi family which gave the Kingdom of Hungary one of its greatest Kings: Matthias the Just. Charmed by the fairy-tale beauty of the castle and shocked by its austerity, let yourself immersed into the legends and the stories about the royal family, it’s origin, medieval fighting techniques and many other interesting information.
  3. Sibiu
    1h
    Arrive in the culturally bustling city of Sibiu. Free time to stroll on the colourful streets and enjoy one of the many local restaurants.
Day 2: Sibiu - Biertan - Sighisoara - Cluj
  1. 1h
    After breakfast, tour the old town: visit the four fortifications of the medieval city, the Liar’s Bridge, the Small & the Big Squares, the Evangelical church.
    Departure for Sighisoara, along Hartibaciu Valley.
  2. Biertan Fortified Church
    1h 30m
    Stop in Biertan to visit the biggest of the UNESCO fortified Saxon churches of Transylvania.
    Lunch in a restaurant.
  3. Sighisoara
    3h
    Arrive in the medieval town of Sighisoara and visit the old fortification. Free time to visit Vlad the Impaler 'Dracula‘s' birth house or savour a local craft beer.
    Arrival back in Cluj in late afternoon.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting in front of KFC, Unirii Square

End point

Meeting in front of KFC, Unirii Square

Pickup details

For private tours we offer pick up from your accommodation or any other spot in the city (unless a pedestrian / one-way street). At the time of booking, please give us the address where we can meet you.
For shared tours, we ask travellers to choose one of the two set pick up locations.
We'll keep you informed about the pick up time.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • No high-heeled shoes advices
  • The order of the visits may differ.

Cancellation policy

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