Itinerary

1. Day 1 – Bucharest to Sibiu

   • Meet your tour guide in the morning at your hotel in Bucharest.

   • Begin with a panoramic city tour of Bucharest featuring landmarks such as Parliament Palace, Revolution Square, Athenaeum, Royal Palace, Triumph Arch, and Victoriei Avenue.

   • Continue toward Transylvania while crossing the Carpathian Mountains through the scenic Olt River Valley.

   • Stop at Cozia Monastery, a historic religious site dating back to the 14th century.

   • Arrive in Sibiu and enjoy a walking tour through the medieval Old Town.

   • Explore the Big Square, Small Square, Staircase Tower, Liar’s Bridge, Evangelical Cathedral, Catholic Cathedral, Orthodox Cathedral, and medieval fortifications.

   • Continue to a traditional village near Sibiu and experience a horse-driven wagon ride through the countryside.

   Enjoy a homemade traditional dinner and an overnight stay at a local guest house.

2. Day 2 – Sibiu, Calnic Fortress, Hunedoara, and Alba Iulia

   • Enjoy breakfast before visiting the Icons Painted on Glass Museum in Sibiel village.

   • Continue to Calnic Fortress, a UNESCO-listed medieval defensive fortress dating back to the 13th century.

   • Travel to Hunedoara and visit the impressive Corvin Castle, one of the largest medieval castles in Romania.

   • Continue to Alba Iulia, a historic city with ancient Roman heritage and major importance in Romanian history.

   • Explore the Roman ruins, Orthodox Cathedral, Catholic Cathedral, and the Vauban-style fortification system.

   Overnight stay at a 4-star hotel in Alba Iulia.

3. Day 3 – Alba Iulia, Turda Salt Mine, and Maramures

   • Begin the day with breakfast before visiting the spectacular Turda Salt Mine.

   • Descend into the underground chambers located more than 120 meters below the surface.

   • Continue toward the Maramures region, famous for wooden churches and preserved traditions.

   • Visit the UNESCO-listed Rogoz Wooden Church, known for its traditional wooden architecture and painted interiors.

   • Continue to the Surdesti Wooden Church, considered the tallest old wooden church in Europe.

   • Arrive in Botiza village and visit a local household to learn about rural traditions and lifestyle.

   Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at a traditional local pension.

4. Day 4 – Exploring the Maramures Region

   • Enjoy breakfast before exploring the cultural treasures of Maramures.

   • Visit the famous Sapanta Merry Cemetery, known for its colorful tombstones and humorous epitaphs.

   • See the Sapanta Peri Wooden Church, the tallest wooden church in the world.

   • Continue through Sighet and enjoy an optional visit to the Communist Prison Museum.

   • Visit the UNESCO-listed wooden church in Desesti.

   • Meet local craftsmen including traditional weavers, wood carvers, and water mill owners.

   • Visit Barsana Monastery and admire the beautiful wooden monastery architecture.

   Dinner and overnight stay at a local pension in Botiza village.

5. Day 5 – Maramures to Bucovina

   • Begin the day with a visit to the Maramures Woman Museum in Dragomiresti.

   • Learn about local traditions, customs, and the symbolism carved into traditional Maramures wooden gates.

   • Cross the Carpathian Mountains toward Bucovina, the land of painted monasteries.

   • Visit the UNESCO-listed Moldovita Monastery, built in 1532 and designed as a fortified monastery.

   • Continue to Sucevita Monastery, one of the most magnificent painted monasteries in Bucovina.

   • Visit a painted egg museum and workshop along with the Marginea pottery center.

   Overnight stay at a 4-star hotel in the Gura Humorului or Voronet area.

6. Day 6 – Gura Humorului to Sighisoara

   • Visit Voronet Monastery, founded in 1488 and famous for its impressive blue frescoes and Last Judgment scene.

   • Cross the Carpathian Mountains while enjoying views of the Bicaz Gorges and Red Lake.

   • Arrive in the medieval town of Sighisoara in the evening.

   Overnight stay at a hotel located in the Old Town of Sighisoara.

7. Day 7 – Sighisoara, Viscri, Prejmer, and Brasov

   • Begin the day with a walking tour of the UNESCO-listed medieval town of Sighisoara.

   • Explore the beautifully preserved citadel founded by Saxon settlers during the 13th century.

   • Continue through traditional Transylvanian villages toward Viscri village.

   • Visit the UNESCO-listed Viscri Fortified Church and explore the charming village streets and local handmade products.

   • Continue to Prejmer and visit the UNESCO-listed fortified church dating back to the 13th century.

   • Arrive in Brasov and enjoy a walking tour of the medieval Old Town.

   • Discover Council Square, Black Church, White Tower, Black Tower, Weaver’s Bastion, and Ecaterina’s Gate.

   Overnight stay at a hotel located in Brasov Old Town.

8. Day 8 – Brasov, Bran Castle, Sinaia, and Bucharest

   • Visit the famous Bran Castle, an impressive Gothic fortress dating back to the 14th century.

   • Continue to Sinaia and explore Peles Castle, the former summer residence of the Romanian royal family.

   • Return to Bucharest in the afternoon.

   • Drop-off at the airport or your hotel in Bucharest, marking the end of the tour.