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Group sizeUp to 16 travelers
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Overview
The highlights of Transylvania trip are Peles Royal Castle, Bran (Dracula’s) Castle, Brasov down town, Black Church, Sighisoara medieval citadel. If you are travelling to Bucharest and if you have just a limited time to discover Romania, this tour is the perfect way to visit some of the most interesting sites including the south part of the magnificent region of Transylvania.
What's included
Professional English speaking tour guide
Breakfast
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Overnight accommodation
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Lunch & Dinner
Gratuities
Entrance fees
What to expect
Day 1: BUCHAREST – SINAIA – BRASOV – SIGHISOARA
Peles Castle
2h · Admission ticket not included
Peles Castle is the former summer residence for the first Royal couple of Romania, King Carol 1st and Queen Elisabeth. Considered one of the most beautiful castles in Europe, the construction is impressive thanks to the architectural style and decorations, but most of all thanks to the beautiful interior design (interesting mixture of cultures in terms of furniture, the specific touch of the King and Queen) and the modern facilities for the last half of the XIXth century (electricity, vacuum cleaner, electrical elevator and central heating).
Brasov
2h
Brasov or "Kronstadt (“the city of the crown”) under its German name is an old medieval citadel, first documented in 1235 and the most important commercial center from all the seven German Medieval Cities of Transylvania.
Enjoy a lovely walk on the narrow and cobblestone streets of the old city center. You will see The Council Square, The Council Tower, The famous Black Church (the largest Gothic construction in Eastern part of Europe).
Sighisoara
12h
In the evening head to Sighisoara for dinner and overnight in the medieval citadel.
Day 2: SIGHISOARA – BRAN – BUCHAREST
Sighisoara
1h
You will start the day by visiting the citadel of Sighisoara (UNESCO Monument), the only medieval citadel in Europe which is still inhabited. Here time seems to run after other patterns, visitors feel like in a journey back time when knights and fair ladies used to fall in love before dating and freedom was the priceless treasure of the community. You will find out the story of the citadel, you will see the well preserved walls and towers of defense and admire the medieval houses aligned along narrow old streets.
30m · Admission ticket not included
The tower was built in the 14th century and expanded 200 years later. It remains the prettiest sight in town, offering a magnificent panorama from the top.
Scara acoperita
15m
This is an old wood and stone staircase of 175 steps used by the children to reach the Hill School.
Church on the Hill
15m · Admission ticket not included
The Church on the Hill is one the of most important sights of Sighisoara and the third largest church in Transylvania.
Bran Castle
2h · Admission ticket not included
Bran Castle became so famous thanks to the legend of Dracula. Here you will find out how this legend was born and why Transylvania is until nowadays related to it.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Pick up from hotels or addresses in the city of Bucharest.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour is not suitable for families with children under 7. We strongly recommend to book a private tour (with the same itinerary) in this case.
There is a 30 Euro single supplement to be paid directly to the guide at the departure if you require a single room
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.
