Romania · UNESCO Heritage Sites

7-Day Romania Tour through Transylvania with UNESCO Sites and Castles

7 Days Round trip from Bucharest Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the panoramic landmarks of Bucharest, including the Parliament Palace and Revolution Square
02 Cross the scenic Carpathian Mountains and admire the Olt River Valley
03 Visit Corvin's Castle, one of the most impressive medieval castles in Romania
04 Discover UNESCO-listed wooden churches in Maramures and painted monasteries in Bucovina
05 Wander through the medieval citadel of Sighisoara, one of the best-preserved towns in Europe
06 Experience authentic rural life in traditional Transylvanian villages such as Viscri
07 Tour the fortified churches of Prejmer and Viscri, remarkable defensive structures

Experience the best of Romania on this immersive 7-day journey through Bucharest, Transylvania, Maramures, Bucovina, and Brasov. Discover iconic landmarks such as Bran Castle and Peles Castle, explore UNESCO-listed painted monasteries and fortified churches, and wander through beautifully preserved medieval towns like Sighisoara and Sibiu. Travel across the scenic Carpathian Mountains, visit traditional villages where centuries-old customs are still alive, and enjoy authentic local cuisine and warm hospitality. This carefully curated tour blends history, culture, architecture, and breathtaking landscapes into one unforgettable Romanian adventure.

Experience the best of Romania on this immersive 7-day journey through Bucharest, Transylvania, Maramures, Bucovina, and Brasov.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Alba Iulia, Brasov, Bucharest, Cluj Napoca, Hunedoara, Sibiu, Maramures County, Sighisoara, Sinaia

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Bucharest Panoramic Tour and Sibiu Old Town

Meet your tour guide at the hotel in Bucharest.
Start with a panoramic tour of Bucharest, including the Parliament Palace, Revolution Square, the Athenaeum, the Royal Palace, the Triumph Arch, and Victoriei Avenue.
Drive towards Transylvania, crossing the Carpathian Mountains via the Olt River Valley.
Stop at Cozia Monastery, dating from the 14th century.
Continue to Sibiu and enjoy a walking tour of the Old District.
Visit Big Square, Small Square, Staircase Tower, Liar's Bridge, the Evangelic Cathedral, the Catholic Cathedral, the Orthodox Cathedral, and the medieval walls and fortifications.
Drive to a village outside Sibiu.
Enjoy a horse-drawn wagon tour and a homemade traditional dinner.

Stay overnight in a local guest house.

Day 02

Corvin's Castle, Alba Iulia and Cluj-Napoca

Have breakfast.
Drive to Hunedoara.
Visit Corvin's (Hunyad) Castle, dating from the 15th century.
Continue to Alba Iulia.
Visit the Orthodox Cathedral, the Catholic Cathedral, the Vauban-style fortifications, and the Roman ruins.
Drive to Cluj-Napoca.
Enjoy a short walking tour featuring St Michael's Cathedral, Union Square, Museum Square, the Orthodox Cathedral, the National Theatre, and Matei Corvin's Statue.

Stay overnight in a 4-star hotel.

Day 03

UNESCO Wooden Churches and Rural Maramures

Have breakfast.
Drive to Maramures.
Visit the Surdesti Wooden Church (UNESCO).
Visit the Desesti Wooden Church (UNESCO).
Explore countryside landscapes and traditional villages.
Visit local craftsmen, including a traditional weaver, a wood carver, a water mill, and a traditional household.
Optionally visit Sapanta Merry Cemetery.
Visit Barsana Monastery.
Visit a local household in Botiza village.
Visit a local sheepyard, depending on the season.

Enjoy dinner.

Stay overnight in a local pension.

Day 04

Maramures Traditions and Bucovina Monasteries

Have breakfast.
Visit the Maramures Women's Museum in Dragomiresti.
Cross the Carpathian Mountains towards Bucovina.
Visit Moldovita Monastery (UNESCO).
Visit Sucevita Monastery.
Visit the painted eggs museum and workshop.
Visit the Marginea pottery center.

Stay overnight in a 4-star pension such as Casa Humor or Bucovina Lodge.

Day 05

Voronet Monastery, Bicaz Gorges and Sighisoara

Have breakfast.
Visit Voronet Monastery (UNESCO).
Drive across the Carpathian Mountains towards Transylvania.
Pass through Bicaz Gorges and Red Lake.
Arrive in Sighisoara.

Stay overnight at Sighisoara Hotel or a similar property in the historic walled town.

Day 06

Sighisoara, Viscri and Brasov's Medieval Center

Have breakfast.
Enjoy a walking tour of Sighisoara (UNESCO).
Drive to Viscri village.
Visit Viscri Fortified Church (UNESCO).
Walk through the village streets and explore local products.
Visit Prejmer Fortified Church (UNESCO).
Drive to Brasov.
Enjoy a walking tour of the medieval center, including Council Square, the Black Church, White Tower, Black Tower, Weaver's Bastion, and Ecaterina's Gate.

Stay overnight in Brasov at Bella Muzica Hotel or a similar property.

Day 07

Bran Castle, Peles Castle and Return to Bucharest

Have breakfast.
Visit Bran Castle.
Drive to Sinaia.
Visit Peles Castle.
Drive to Bucharest.
Drop off at the airport or hotel in Bucharest.

Where this trip takes you

Bran Castle, Peleș Castle, Bicaz Gorges, Sighisoara

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Bucharest 9 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

6 nights' accommodation in double/twin rooms
Meals as specified (6 breakfasts, 2 dinners)
Transport in a car or minibus with a private English-speaking tour guide
Entrance tickets and a tour of the village in a horse-drawn wagon in the Sibiu area
Visits to local craftsmen

What's Not Included

Entrance tickets to the monuments. You have the flexibility to choose what you want to visit and the type of tour inside the museum.
Other meals not mentioned and other services

Logistics