Medieval Transylvania: Shared 3-Day Tour from Bucharest

Travel into the heart of medieval Transylvania, an unspoiled land, said to be 'the last medieval landscape in Europe,' on this 3-day shared tour from Bucharest. Discover some of Romania's UNESCO-listed monuments, medieval citadels, castles, and fortresses. Enjoy two nights' accommodation in 3-star hotels and savor traditional Romanian dishes.

Itinerary

Day 1: Bucharest – Curtea de Arges – Cozia – Sibiu

Stop At: Curtea de Arges Monastery, Bulevardul Basarabilor 1, Curtea de Arges 115300 Romania
Curtea de Arges Monastery was built by the ruler of Wallachia Neagoe Basarab in 1514, representing an architectural monument.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Cozia Monastery, Calea lui Traian 816, Caciulata 245601 Romania
Cozia Monastery was built by one of the first rulers of Wallachia, Mircea cel Batran between 1386-1388.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sibiu, Sibiu, Sibiu County, Central Romania, Transylvania
Sibiu, by its old name Hermanstadt, was a German medieval citadel, with the first documentary attestation in 1191. You will enjoy a walking tour in the old town (the historical center of Sibiu).
Duration: 12 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Accommodation with breakfast included at a 3* hotel in Sibiu

Day 2: Sibiu – Biertan – Sighisoara – Brasov

Stop At: Biertan Fortified Church, Central Square, Biertan 557045 Romania
Biertan Fortified Church is the biggest fortified church in Transylvania, built between 1490 – 1524.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sighisoara, Sighisoara, Mures County, Central Romania, Transylvania
Sighisoara, having the first documentary attestation back in 1280 and the old German name Schassburg, is at the moment the only medieval citadel in Europe still populated (UNESCO heritage).
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: The Clock Tower, Strada Turnului, Sighișoara 545400, Romania
On the top of which you can take some beautiful panoramic pictures with the citadel.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Brasov, Brasov, Brasov County, Central Romania, Transylvania
Brasov or Kronstadt (the German name) is a medieval city, with the first documentary attestation in 1235. You will enjoy a walking tour in the old town (the historical center of Brasov).
Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel in Sibiu
Accommodation included: Accommodation with breakfast included at a 3* hotel in Brasov

Day 3: Brasov – Bran – Sinaia – Bucharest

Stop At: Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Str. General Traian Mosoiu nr. 24, Bran 507025 Romania
Bran Castle became so famous thanks to the legend of Dracula. Here you will find out how this legend was born and why Transylvania is until nowadays related to it.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Peles Castle, Str. Pelesului 2, Sinaia 106100 Romania
Peles Castle was built by the first king of Romania, Carol the 1st, in a very beautiful architectural style starting with 1875 until 1914, to be a summer residence for holidays.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel in Brasov
No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Important note: For Saturday & Sunday departures the tour will be done in the reverse order because the Peles Castle is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays during the winter season (Sep 15 to May 14) and on Mondays during the summer season (May 15 to Sep 14)."
"At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place. If the minimum number of people is not reached, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund."
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This tour is not suitable for families with children under 7."
"On Mondays the Clock Tower of Sighisoara is closed."
"There is a 60 Euro single supplement to be paid directly to the guide at the departure if you require a single room"
"Not recommended for travelers with impaired mobility."
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 08:00 AM
Duração: 3 Days
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
The exact pick up time will be communicated with 1 day before the departure.

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.

Incluído

• Transport by air conditioned private vehicle
• Professional English speaking tour guide
• Two nights accommodation at 3* hotels or guesthouses
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• 2x Breakfast
• Accommodation included: 2 nights

Não Incluído

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Photographing/Filming taxes at the visited sites
• Entrance fees

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