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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview
The Saxon villages appeared in Transylvania around the XVIIIth century when the Hungarian kings settled here German colonists. Their cultural identity was preserved thanks to the multitude of crafts and traditions despite the constant threat of the Ottoman Empire. Thus, the Saxons formed a strong community in Transylvania and managed to protect their land by creating fortifications around their churches. Nowadays, among 150 medieval fortified churches, 7 are part of UNESCO world heritage. This tour is the perfect way to discover their story and step back time for only three days in the mysterious Transylvania.
What's included
English speaking guide
Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Bucharest
Breakfast
Transport by car/minibus
3 nights of accommodation at a 3* hotel
Entrance fees
Lunch and dinner
What to expect
Day 1: Day 1: BUCHAREST – SINAIA – BRAN – BRASOV
Peles Castle
1h 15m · Admission ticket not included
Departure from Bucharest to Sinaia and visit one of the most beautiful castles in Europe, Peles Royal Castle.
Bran Castle
1h 15m · Admission ticket not included
Bran Castle, the most visited castle in Romania also thanks the legendary character, Dracula.
Brasov
1h 15m
The day will end in Brasov where you will enjoy a walking tour of the downtown in the Council Square and see the Black Church, a Gothic masterpiece, being the largest Gothic construction in the Eastern part of Europe.
Day 2: Day 2: BRASOV – PREJMER – RUPEA – VISCRI – SIGHISOARA
Peasant Fortified Church at Prejmer
30m · Admission ticket not included
Prejmer, the fortified church which, due to the good preservation, was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.
Rupea
30m
Rupea Citadel
Viscri Fortified Church
30m · Admission ticket not included
Viscri fortified church (UNESCO monument)
Day 3: Day 3: SIGHISOARA – BIERTAN – MEDIAS – SIBIU
Biertan Fortified Church
45m · Admission ticket not included
Biertan (UNESCO Heritage) where you will see the biggest fortified church in Transylvania and find out the unique method of the citizens to keep their marriages and avoid getting divorced.
Sighisoara
45m
You will enjoy a walking tour of the citadel & visit to The Clock Tower (for an interesting panoramic view). Let’s not forget that Sighisoara is the only citadel in Europe which is still inhabited by, UNESCO monument, as well.
Day 4: Day 4: SIBIU – COZIA – BUCHAREST
Sibiu
1h 15m
Sibiu was a German medieval citadel, with the first documentary attestation in 1191, and the old name Hermanstadt. Being so well preserved, in 2007, Sibiu gained the title of the European Capital of Culture. You will enjoy here a walking tour in the old town (the historical center of Sibiu) including The Large Square, The Small Square with the picturesque Liars Bridge, the old fortifications of the city, the Council Tower.
Cozia Monastery
30m · Admission ticket not included
Cozia Monastery considered one of the most valuable monuments of national medieval art.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
One day before the tour, we will send you an email with the pick-up time.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people is required for this trip to run.
Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays throughout the year, as well as every November for annual cleaning and preventive conservation. During this period, visitors will have the opportunity to visit Pelisor Castle instead.
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
