Multi-day trip

From Bucharest: 2-Day Medieval Transylvania Tour

Activity provider: One Excellence Tours
Multi-day trip

From Bucharest: 2-Day Medieval Transylvania Tour

Activity provider: One Excellence Tours

From US$ 280.19 per person

Avoid the rigid itinerary of a tourist group excursion on this 2-day tour of Transylvania’s medieval landmarks. Discover iconic locations such as Bran Castle, Brasov, and Sighisoara, and gain insight into the region’s legends and culture.

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Duration 2 days
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Hotel pick up in Bucharest
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Travel the Carpathian Mountain route with round-trip transport
  • Learn about Transylvania’s traditions, customs, and legends from your guide
  • Enjoy an overnight stay in the historic Sighisoara
Full description
On the first day, you will travel from Bucharest, and onto Sinaia, Bran, Brasov, and Sighisoara. You will be picked up from Bucharest and be driven towards the beautiful Prahova Valley. The first stop will be at the imposing and magnificent palace of Peles. Built by the royal family of Romania during the 19th century, this palace offers an insight into 19th-century German Renaissance style of decorations. The next stop will be in Bran Castle, known also as Dracula’s Castle. The imposing construction watches over a valley from a strategic position, it was originally built as a fortress at the former border between Wallachia and Transylvania. Discover the connection between the legendary ruler, Vlad the Impaler, and the infamous vampire. In the afternoon, head to the city of Brasov, a city that retains its medieval charm with the help of its well kept historical center. The walking tour of this lovely town starts from the main square, admiring the old City Hall with its clock tower, the monumental Gothic Black Church, the fortifications, the two watch towers up the hill, the craftsmen guilds and the narrowest street in Europe. In the evening you will reach Sighisoara, where you will be accommodated. On day 2, you will travel from Sighisoara to Sibiu, and back to Bucharest. After breakfast, you will tour the medieval citadel of Sighisoara, one of the very few permanently inhabited citadels in Europe. This is also the birthplace of the legendary Vlad Dracula, whose house you will see, after which you will climb to the top of the 500-year-old clock tower for a fantastic view over the town. Next stop will be Sibiu, also known as Hermannstadt. This is the heart of the German community living in Romania, the German Saxons having lived here for over 800 years. A former European capital of culture, Sibiu boasts many great sights from medieval times when it was a citadel, such as the Great Square, the Brukenthal Museum, and the infamous Bridge of Lies. Afterward, drive along the spectacular Olt river valley going back to Bucharest.
Includes
  • Accommodation pick up and drop-off
  • Overnight accommodation in 3-star hotels or guesthouses
  • Breakfast
  • Professional guide
  • Local taxes
  • Driver/guide with live commentary on board
  • Food and drink, unless specified
  • Entrance fees (20 Euros per person)
  • Gratuities
Not suitable for
  • Wheelchair users

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking

Know before you go

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved
  • Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to the uneven surfaces
  • If you require a single room, there is a 30 Euro single supplement to be paid directly to the guide on departure
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Spędziliśmy 2 dni na wycieczce po Transylwani, przepiekny region, wspaniała kultura bogata historia, dzieki uprzejmosci i fachowemu podejściu przewodnika pan Andrei bardzo przyjemnie spedzilismy czas, przemieszczając sie w komfortowych warunkach i zglebiając wiedze na temat historycznej i terazniejszej historri Rumuni - Polecamy bardzo serdecznie !

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June 28, 2022

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This was a really fun 2-day-tour with Ovi. He was a very friendly and knowledgeable guide. I would say Peles Castle is a must ..we were blown away. Also Bran in contrast was really cool too. We also visited the towns of Brasov, where Ovi recommended a restaurant. We visited the restaurant and sat in the sun and enjoyed a delicious lunch. We also visited Sighisora and the clock tower. Also last but not least, Sibiu where the houses appear to have eyes. A truly lovely tour and we would highly recommend. Lewis and Rachael.

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May 4, 2022

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