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4-Day Private Tour in Transylvania from Bucharest
4 days
Private
About this activity
Itinerary
Day 1: Bucharest - Peles Castle - Bran Castle - Brasov medieval city
Stop At: Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Str. General Traian Mosoiu nr. 24, Bran 507025 Romania
The document first attesting its existence dates back in 1377. The castle became a favorite place for Queen Maria, who put her mark on the interior’s renovation, and it was later seized by communists in 1948 along with royals’ expulsion from Romania. For Bran Castle, being most associated with the myth of Dracula’s Castle - linked to the Bram Stoker’s novel, made it famous all over the world. After the guided tour of the castle, you will surely enjoy some little souvenirs’ shopping.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Peles Castle, Str. Pelesului 2, Sinaia 106100 Romania
In Sinaia there is probably the most beautiful castle in Romania. The Royal family built the Peles Castle as their summer residence at the end of 19th century and it is one of the architectural masterpieces of Europe.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Brasov Historical Center, Piazza Sfatului, Brasov Romania
Brasov is one of the seven medieval cities of Transylvania. We shall have a relaxing walk in the Old Town area (the Council Square) and accommodate for the night.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in BRASOV (included)
Day 2: Brasov - Viscri village - Sighisoara
Stop At: Viscri Fortified Church, Viscri 507039 Romania
We shall visit the fortified church in the traditional Saxon village of Viscri. Optional (at your own expense) we can pay a visit to the Blacksmith within a traditional Gypsy family (cost 5 Euro/person) and take a ride by a horse and cart in the village (cost 10 Euro/person)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sighisoara Historic Center, Piata Cetatii Nr.1 Center of Sighisoara, Sighisoara 545400 Romania
We shall visit the Medieval Citadel (UNESCO) and its Square, pass by the house where Vlad the Impaler, aka Dracula, was born. Visit the Church on the Hill which is a representative one for Transylvnia.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: OVERNIGHT in Sighisoara (INCLUDED)
Day 3: Sighisoara - Malancrav - Biertan - Sibiu
Stop At: Fortified church Malancrav, Mălâncrav 557117, Romania
The real treasure of the Fortified church in Malancrav is its mural painting, being the best-preserved ensemble of linear-narrative Gothic painting of the 14th century. Also we shall find out the reason why in Malancrav there is the largest Saxon community for any village in Transylvania. And we can pay a visit to a local lady (extra cost 5 Euro/person) that still weaves carpets and table cloths on a wooden loom and even had Prince Charles as one of her clients.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Biertan Fortified Church, Central Square, Biertan 557045 Romania
Visit the Fortified Church of Biertan included in UNESCO.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Piata Mica, Sibiu Romania
Have a relaxing walk in the Old Town of Sibiu including the Large Square, the Small Square (Piata Mica), the Liars' Bridge, The Council Tower, the Citadel's street and other representative cathedrals of Sibiu.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: OVERNIGHT in Sibiu (INCLUDED)
Day 4: Sibiu - Transfagarasan road / Olt valley road - Bucharest
Stop At: Transfagarasan Highway, Dn 7C Sibiu and Arges County, Curtea de Arges 115300 Romania
If would like to drive back to Bucharest on an adventure road with some spectacular scenery, and you’re travelling from July to October we can go through Transfagarasan, the “best road in the world” according to Jeremy Clarkson – famous former co-presenter of UK TV show Top Gear.
If you are travelling in the other time of the year, we shall drive through the Olt Valley road, the traditional one from Sibiu to Bucharest.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Bucharest - Peles Castle - Bran Castle - Brasov medieval city
Stop At: Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Str. General Traian Mosoiu nr. 24, Bran 507025 Romania
The document first attesting its existence dates back in 1377. The castle became a favorite place for Queen Maria, who put her mark on the interior’s renovation, and it was later seized by communists in 1948 along with royals’ expulsion from Romania. For Bran Castle, being most associated with the myth of Dracula’s Castle - linked to the Bram Stoker’s novel, made it famous all over the world. After the guided tour of the castle, you will surely enjoy some little souvenirs’ shopping.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Peles Castle, Str. Pelesului 2, Sinaia 106100 Romania
In Sinaia there is probably the most beautiful castle in Romania. The Royal family built the Peles Castle as their summer residence at the end of 19th century and it is one of the architectural masterpieces of Europe.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Brasov Historical Center, Piazza Sfatului, Brasov Romania
Brasov is one of the seven medieval cities of Transylvania. We shall have a relaxing walk in the Old Town area (the Council Square) and accommodate for the night.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in BRASOV (included)
Day 2: Brasov - Viscri village - Sighisoara
Stop At: Viscri Fortified Church, Viscri 507039 Romania
We shall visit the fortified church in the traditional Saxon village of Viscri. Optional (at your own expense) we can pay a visit to the Blacksmith within a traditional Gypsy family (cost 5 Euro/person) and take a ride by a horse and cart in the village (cost 10 Euro/person)
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sighisoara Historic Center, Piata Cetatii Nr.1 Center of Sighisoara, Sighisoara 545400 Romania
We shall visit the Medieval Citadel (UNESCO) and its Square, pass by the house where Vlad the Impaler, aka Dracula, was born. Visit the Church on the Hill which is a representative one for Transylvnia.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: OVERNIGHT in Sighisoara (INCLUDED)
Day 3: Sighisoara - Malancrav - Biertan - Sibiu
Stop At: Fortified church Malancrav, Mălâncrav 557117, Romania
The real treasure of the Fortified church in Malancrav is its mural painting, being the best-preserved ensemble of linear-narrative Gothic painting of the 14th century. Also we shall find out the reason why in Malancrav there is the largest Saxon community for any village in Transylvania. And we can pay a visit to a local lady (extra cost 5 Euro/person) that still weaves carpets and table cloths on a wooden loom and even had Prince Charles as one of her clients.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Biertan Fortified Church, Central Square, Biertan 557045 Romania
Visit the Fortified Church of Biertan included in UNESCO.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Piata Mica, Sibiu Romania
Have a relaxing walk in the Old Town of Sibiu including the Large Square, the Small Square (Piata Mica), the Liars' Bridge, The Council Tower, the Citadel's street and other representative cathedrals of Sibiu.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: OVERNIGHT in Sibiu (INCLUDED)
Day 4: Sibiu - Transfagarasan road / Olt valley road - Bucharest
Stop At: Transfagarasan Highway, Dn 7C Sibiu and Arges County, Curtea de Arges 115300 Romania
If would like to drive back to Bucharest on an adventure road with some spectacular scenery, and you’re travelling from July to October we can go through Transfagarasan, the “best road in the world” according to Jeremy Clarkson – famous former co-presenter of UK TV show Top Gear.
If you are travelling in the other time of the year, we shall drive through the Olt Valley road, the traditional one from Sibiu to Bucharest.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- Accommodation included: 3 nights
- Transfer from / to the airport / accommodation (Bucharest)
- 3 night accommodation in central 3* hotel/guest house with breakfast included
- Air conditioned private car or minivan, fuel cost and parking fees
- Licensed private English speaking guide/driver for the whole trip
- Free Wi-Fi available from hot spot while in the private car
- Peles Castle (45 minute visit of the ground floor)
- Bran Castle (photo/video tax included too)
- The fortified churches of Viscri, Malancrav and Biertan
- The Tower Clock in Sighisoara
- The Council Tower (Sibiu) and the Lutheran Cathedral (Sibiu)
- Entry/Admission - Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
- Entry/Admission - Peles Castle
- Entry/Admission - Brasov Historical Center
- Entry/Admission - Viscri Fortified Church
- Entry/Admission - Sighisoara Historic Center
- Entry/Admission - Fortified church Malancrav
- Entry/Admission - Biertan Fortified Church
- Entry/Admission - Piata Mica
- Entry/Admission - Transfagarasan Highway
Not included
- Other meals than mentioned
- Photo & video fees
- Individual travel insurance
- Peles Castle, 1.5-hour tour including the first and ground floor (30 RON per person)
- Peles Castle souvenir photo (35 RON per person)
- Bran Castle exhibition of medieval torture devices (10 RON per person)
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
65%
Aquatic
30%
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Three of us just had an enjoyable tour with Stefan as our private guide. Our flight from Hong Kong is delayed for one day. However, Stefan and Mihai are able to rework out itinerary very nicely to catch up most important spots. Of course, I had to say Stefan drives very well. He is very considerate to make sure we see the best, we hear the story, we have good food, wine and ice-cream ! Transylvania got a lot to offer ... it's fresh air, history, churches and architectures. I personally enjoyed it much more than Bucharest city.
5 star! Our tourguide Mihai was the best. He is always punctual and very knowledgeable about Romania. We are very happy we did this tour and didnt regret one bit. We saw many nice places which we cant see if we explored by ourselves. I can only recommend a this private tour. It was worth it and we experienced a lot more than what we expected. Thanks Mihai. Best tourguide ever :
We traveled off season early December because this trip was combined with some other sightseeing. Turns out this was a great time to visit Transylvania. There were almost no crowds, only exception was Brasov which was the opening night of their Christmas Market. Wonderful vibe to the town. The other advantage to off-season is that the tour guarantees 3 accommodations. Most nights we stayed at a 4 place because the rates had been dropped for the off season. They were all interesting small hotels inside the walls of the various towns we stayed in, Sibui, Sighosoara, and Brasov. We did get lucky on the weather with only a dusting of snow, which did not slow down our tour guide Mihai. Cannot say enough good things about Mihai. Took exceptional care of us and was always happy to explain the history and culture of the local area, as well as explaining the more recent history and its impact on Transylvania and Romania as a whole. Additionally, he took time at the end of the trip to go over the map of Bucharest and helped us lay out our remaining time in the city, as well as calling to set up a tour for us at the Palace of the Parliament. I would recommend small suitcases to fit into Mihai's car and to get up some of the narrow staircases. Do not expect a lot of English on the menus and signs in Transylvania. Bucharest is more set up for international visitors.
We were lucky to have Mihai as our tour guide for the 4-day trip in Romania. He is a cautious and safe driver and has good knowledge of the culture and history of Romania. He also went beyond his duty to accommodate our needs. The meal Mihai arranged for our group at a secluded village near nature in Floresti was absolutely delicious. We all had a great time during our holiday. We highly recommend him to anyone who is planning to visit and explore Romania. Ray, Anna and James.