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Description
Immerse yourself in the rich medieval history of Bucharest as you visit the Palace of Parliament, the Open-Air village museum, and the Romanian Patriarchal Cathedral. Take the Transfăgărășan Highway to reach Sibiu, visit Curtea de Argeș, and Poienari Fortress en-route. Discover the village of Biertan, roam around in Sighisoara and explore the famous Bran Castle.
Highlights
- Visit the open-air Village Museum, where artefacts are not stored in closed cases
- Enjoy a tour of Sighisoara - a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the famous Bran Castle and Peles Castle
- Try some local Romanian cheese and brandy
- Travel on the Transfăgărășan Highway (if the weather permits)
Itinerary Expand All Collapse All
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Day 1: Bucharest expand_more
Visit the Grand Palace of Parliament, followed by a stroll around Victory Avenue.
Explore the open-air Village Museum and learn about the traditional Romanian village life.
Stop by the Romanian Patriarchal Cathedral and marvel at its architecture.
Stay overnight in Bucharest.
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Day 2: Bucharest - Curtea de Arges - Sibiu expand_more
- On the way to Sibiu, visit the monastery at Curtea de Argeș and the Poienari Fortress.
- If the weather permits, take the Transfăgărășan Highway – the best road in the world (according to the TopGear Team).
- Go on a guided walk in Sibiu’s Old Town upon arrival.
Stay overnight in Sibiu.
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Day 3: Sighisoara expand_more
- Start the day by driving to Sighisoara and discovering on the way, the village of Biertan, where you will visit the fortified church (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
- In the afternoon, enjoy a tour of Sighisoara (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and admire the Clock Tower Museum and the Arms Museum.
Stay Overnight in Sighisoara.
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Day 4: Bran - Peles - Brasov - Bucharest expand_more
- Visit the Bran Castle (a.k.a. Dracula’s castle).
- Spend some time in the souvenir bazaar adjacent to the castle and taste local delicacies such as homemade cheese and brandy.
- Drive to Peleș Castle and walk around the surroundings of the castle. (Optional)
- Continue to Brasov and then return to Bucharest.
Stay overnight in Bucharest.
What's Included
The itinerary is greatly flexible in relation to changes, even after the tour has started
A private, licensed English speaking Romania tour guide/driver, available throughout the tour
Private transportation in the air-conditioned car
Complimentary wireless Internet access in the car
All car expenses, such as gasoline, parking and road tolls
Accommodation in 4-star hotels (breakfast included)
All taxes
What's Excluded
Meals or beverages, other than the included ones
Entrance fees as per the itinerary
Photo fees
Know before you go
Peles Castle is closed on Mondays.
If you wish to add any sight on the go, the guide will always be available with information during the visit.
Some sights require you to pay a fee for clicking pictures; they are mostly inexpensive, around 2 or 3 euro per sight.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| The group size and price | |
| 1 To 1 | EUR 1500 Per Group |
| 2 To 2 | EUR 750 Per Group |
| 3 To 3 | EUR 700 Per Group |
| 4 To 4 | EUR 650 Per Group |
| 5 To 8 | EUR 600 Per Group |
This is a group tour | |