3-Day Small-Group Transylvania Tour

Bucharest, Romania
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The tour of the main Transylvanian medieval fortresses and cities, which guide you back in the medieval ages with their beauty, traditions and legends. Come to see and find more about the history of Transylvania and it's people.

We will visit old medieval towns, the unique fortified churches, castles and fortresses, charming old villages and the beautiful Transylvanian scenery with mountains and green hills.

Highlights of the tour: Brasov, Sighisoara, Rupea Fortress, Viscri village and fortified church, Biertan village and fortified church, Bran castle, Prejmer fortified church, Peles castle

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: BUCHAREST – SINAIA - BRASOV

Stop At: Bucharest, Bucharest
In the morning meet with our guide in yours location from Bucharest.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Peles Castle, Str. Pelesului 2, Sinaia 106100 Romania
Leave the city on the route to Sinaia. Visit the Peles Castle, former summer residence of the kings of Romania, the Peles Castle is 44 kilometers far from Brasov, in Sinaia, a well-known mountain resort as well. Nowadays the Castle is one of the most important museums in Transylvania where one can admire furniture and ornamental objects, carpets, tapestry, sculptures, paintings, collections of weapons from the 15th up to the19th centuries.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Brasov Historical Center, Piazza Sfatului, Brasov Romania
We’ll spend the afternoon in Brasov with a visit to the medieval center of Brasov, The main sites are: Council Square, Black Church, White and Black Towers, Weaver’s Bastion and Ekaterina's Gate, St Nicholas Church, The Rope’s street, etc.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Black Church (Biserica Neagra), Curte Honterus Johannes nr. 2, Brasov 500025 Romania
The biggest gothic cathedral from Romania. It is a landmark of Brasov.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Weavers Bastion or Bastionul Tesatorilor, Strada Cosbuc George 9, Brasov 500015 Romania
Part of Brasov impressive defensive system in Middle Ages.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Prima Scoala Romaneasca, Piata Unirii 2-3, Brasov 500123 Romania
A small and un unique museum. Include an amazing collection of old books and documents, a 16th century printing workshop and a classroom dated in 19th century.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Rope Street - Strada Sforii, Strada Sforii, Brasov 500015 Romania
One of the narrowest streets in Europe

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Bella Muzica Hotel, 3 stars or similar, located in the old town.
Stay in DBL or TWIN rooms
Single rooms for extra cost

Day 2: BRASOV – VISCRI – RUPEA – BIERTAN - SIGHISOARA – BRASOV

Stop At: Viscri Fortified Church, Viscri 507039 Romania
In the morning we’ll drive to one of the most charming Transylvanian villages – Viscri. The village preserve the authentic architecture of the houses, old way of life, traditions and crafts. It is considered a great sample of the Saxon / German Heritage of Transylvania. Enjoy a walk through the village and visit the Viscri Fortified church.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Cetatea Rupea, Strada Cetatii, Rupea 505500 Romania
We’ll continue to Rupea fortress (13th century), an impressive citadel with three concentric fortified walls and 3 interior precincts.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Biertan Fortified Church, Central Square, Biertan 557045 Romania
Biertan village it was one of the most important trade centers in the region and the headquarters of the Evangelical Bishops for about 300 years. We’ll visit Biertan fortified church dating from the 16th century, built in late gothic style. From the top we can admire the views over the old village and peaceful surrounding area.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Biertan, Biertan, Sibiu County, Central Romania, Transylvania
A sample of the Transylvanian village architecture with a high German influence.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Centrul Istoric Sighisoara, Piata Cetatii Nr.1 Center of Sighisoara, Sighisoara 545400 Romania
We’ll spend the afternoon in Sighisoara and we’ll visit the medieval town. It is a UNESCO site, with origins in 12th century which preserve very well the medieval buildings. Highlights: Clock Tower, Church on the Hill, Dracula’s birthplace, Church of he monastery, Fortified Wall and Towers.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Sighisoara Clock Tower, Strada Turnului, Sighisoara 545400 Romania
The landmark of Sighisoara. It is the biggest tower, part of the medieval fortification system. Nowadays host the history museum.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Church on the Hill, Sighisoara Romania
An amazing church dating since 14th century. It preserves old Renaissance frescoes, a cript and unique altars.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Brasov Historical Center, Piazza Sfatului, Brasov Romania
Return to Brasov in the evening. Time at your leisure.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:

Accommodation included: Bella Muzica Hotel, 3 stars or similar, located in the old town.
Stay in DBL or TWIN rooms
Single rooms for extra cost

Day 3: BRASOV – PREJMER - BRAN – BUCHAREST

Stop At: Peasant Fortified Church at Prejmer, East side of the Brasov Depression, Prejmer 507165 Romania
First stop at Prejmer fortified church (UNESCO), dating since 13th century and a unique sample of religious and defensive structure. It is the biggest and the most famous Saxon (German) fortified church from Transylvania.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Str. General Traian Mosoiu nr. 24, Bran 507025 Romania
Continue your journey to Bran with it’s famous Bran castle. Also called Dracula`s Castle, it got its fame from Dracula`s legend written in 1897 by Bram Stoker and later on made into a film by Francis Ford Coppola.. The first documents about Bran Castle appeared in 1377. Along the history, the Castle had a strategic mission being the border between Transylvania and Wallachia.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Bucharest, Bucharest
After the Bran Castle visit you can spend some time for souvenires shooping and than leave Transylvania and go back to Bucharest., where we’ll arrive in the afternoon (4.00-5.00 PM).
Drop-off at your hotel or at the airport.

Duration: 15 minutes

Meals included:

No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions

  • 2 nights accommodation in Double / twin rooms
  • Tour Guide - English language
  • transport with SUV, minivan or minibus, according with the number of people
  • Entrance tickets at the monuments (standard tours)
  • 2x Breakfast
  • Accommodation included: 2 nights
  • Entry/Admission - Brasov Historical Center
  • Entry/Admission - Viscri Fortified Church
  • Entry/Admission - Prima Scoala Romaneasca
  • Entry/Admission - Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
  • Entry/Admission - Peles Castle
  • Entry/Admission - Biertan Fortified Church
  • Entry/Admission - Centrul Istoric Sighisoara
  • Entry/Admission - Peasant Fortified Church at Prejmer
  • Entry/Admission - Cetatea Rupea
  • Entry/Admission - Weavers Bastion or Bastionul Tesatorilor
  • Entry/Admission - Sighisoara Clock Tower
  • Entry/Admission - Black Church (Biserica Neagra)
  • Entry/Admission - Church on the Hill

Exclusions

  • Other meals oe services not mentioned as included
  • Tips

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Currently are no Covid19  related restrictions in Romania. No restrictions to enter the country and no restrictions while you are in Romania. No face masks required in the public spaces (indoor or outdoor). Everything is back as before the pandemic.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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Cancellation

If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

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