Romania · Castles & Palaces

5-Day Transylvania Tour from Bucharest with Castles and Citadels

5 Days Round trip from Castelul Peles Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Peles Castle, a stunning royal summer residence
02 Discover Rupea Citadel, one of Romania's oldest archaeological sites
03 Visit Hunedoara Castle, a Renaissance-Gothic architectural marvel
04 Stop at Cozia Monastery, built in 1387

Visit Transylvania on a 5-day tour and explore one of the richest regions in Romania's history. Learn about medieval times, the royal family, and Romania's relationship with Europe, while hearing the famous tale of Dracula. Discover the captivating fortifications of Transylvania through its most famous castles, medieval cities, citadels, fortified churches, traditional Saxon villages, and many other interesting places. Experience local traditions, delicious Romanian cuisine, and a comfortable stay in charming local guest houses.

Discover the captivating fortifications of Transylvania through its most famous castles, medieval cities, citadels, fortified churches, traditional Saxon villages, and many other interesting places.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Alba Iulia, Brasov, Bucharest, Hunedoara, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Sinaia

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Prahova Valley, Peles Castle and Brasov

Spend the first day in Prahova Valley, in the Carpathian Mountains.
Visit Peles Castle, the royal summer residence.
Visit Dracula Castle in Bran, a symbol of Romania.
Visit Brasov, a medieval city settled by German colonists.

Day 02

Rupea Citadel, Prejmer and Sighisoara

Discover Rupea Citadel, one of the oldest archaeological sites in Romania.
Visit Prejmer fortified church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
End the day in Sighisoara, one of the best-preserved and still inhabited medieval citadels in Europe.

Day 03

Drive to Alba Iulia

Drive to Alba Iulia and discover one of the largest citadels and one of the oldest settlements in Romania, known in ancient times as Apulum.

Day 04

Hunedoara Castle and Sarmisegetusa

Visit Corvins Castle in Hunedoara, also known as Hunyadi Castle or Hunedoara Castle, built in 1446 in a Renaissance-Gothic style.
Visit the Roman ruins at Sarmisegetusa.

Day 05