8-Hour Painted Monasteries of Bucovina Tour from Suceava or Gura Humorului
Highlights
Botosani, Suceava
architectural, photography, sightseeing
Group Tour
8 Hours
Easy
English
Description
Embark on an enriching 8-hour guided tour through the scenic region of Bucovina, departing from Suceava or Gura Humorului. Discover four of Romania’s most famous and beautifully preserved Painted Monasteries—Humor, Voronet, Moldovita, and Sucevita—each recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about centuries-old frescoes, religious traditions, and local history from a knowledgeable English-speaking guide. Pause at Palma Pass for a 45-minute lunch break, where you can enjoy traditional Romanian cuisine and opt for outdoor activities such as ziplining, horseback riding, or a relaxing nature walk.
Itinerary
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8-Hour Painted Monasteries of Bucovina Tour Itinerary
08:00 – Depart from Suceava or Gura Humorului
Meet your English-speaking guide at your hotel or arranged meeting point.
Begin the scenic drive through forested hills and traditional villages of Bucovina.
09:00 – Visit Humor Monastery (1 Hour)
Arrive at Humor Monastery, founded in 1530.
Explore its compact architecture and admire the unique red-brown frescoes.
View the striking depiction of the Devil as the “Scarlet Woman.”
10:30 – Explore Voronet Monastery (1 Hour)
Continue to Voronet Monastery, built in 1488.
Observe the vivid exterior murals, especially the famed "Last Judgment" fresco.
Learn about the rare lapis lazuli pigment that created the famous “Voronet Blue.”
12:00 – Discover Moldovita Monastery (1 Hour)
Drive through Vama village to reach Moldovita Monastery, built in 1532.
Study the detailed fresco showing the Siege of Constantinople.
Appreciate the blend of Byzantine and Gothic styles in its design.
13:15 – Stop for Lunch at Palma Pass (45 Minutes)
Take a break at the Palma Pass (1100 meters altitude), a site with panoramic views.
Choose to dine at a traditional grill restaurant and taste local specialties such as mici/mititei.
Use the free time for a short walk, light hiking, or try the 1-kilometer-long zipline or horse riding (optional).
14:30 – Tour Sucevita Monastery (1 Hour)
Visit Sucevita Monastery, constructed in 1588, known for its fortress-like appearance.
Examine the frescoes, especially “The Ladder of John Climacus” and “Moses’ Life.”
Learn about its rich spiritual symbolism and unique defensive architecture.
15:45 – Return Drive to Suceava or Gura Humorului (1 Hour)
Travel back through the tranquil countryside.
Reflect on the historical and artistic heritage of the monastic sites.
16:45 – Arrive in Suceava or Gura Humorului
Conclude the tour where it began.
Receive recommendations from your guide for local dining or further exploration.
Tour Ends – Approx. 8 Hours
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
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