2 - Day Medieval Transylvania with Brasov, Sibiu and Sighisoara Tour from Bucharest

View photos

Description

Discover the best of Transylvania and its landmarks on a 2-day small-group tour. Visit iconic locations like Bran Castle, Brasov, and Sighisoara, and learn about the area's legends, culture, and cuisine from your tour guide. Round-trip transport, overnight accommodation, and breakfast are included for your convenience.


  • Travel the Carpathian Mountain route easily with round-trip transport
  • Learn about Transylvania’s traditions, customs, and legends from your guide
  • Enjoy an overnight stay in historic Sighisoara

Itinerary 2 days

This is a typical itinerary for this product.

Day 1 Bucharest - Sinaia - Bran - Brasov - Sighisoara

  • 1

    Triumph Arch, Bucharest

    On the first day you will be picked up from Bucharest and we will drive towards the beautiful Prahova Valley.

  • 2

    Peles Castle, Sinaia, Prahova County, Southern Romania

    Our 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 of 19th century German Renaissance style of decorations.

  • 3

    Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), Bran, Brasov County, Central Romania, Transylvania

    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. Together we shall discover the connection between the legendary ruler, Vlad the Impaler, and the infamous vampire.

  • 4

    Brasov Historical Center, Brasov, Brasov County, Central Romania, Transylvania

    In the afternoon we will head to the city of Brasov, a city that retains its medieval charm with the help of its well kept historical center. Our walking tour of this lovely town starts from the main square from where we shall admire 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.

  • 5

    Sighisoara Historic Center, Sighisoara, Mures County, Central Romania, Transylvania

    In the evening sets in we will reach Sighisoara, where you will be accommodated. No meals included on this day.

  • !

    Overnight in Sighisoara

    No meals included on this day.
    Accommodation included: Overnight in a centrally located hotel in Sighisoara.

Day 2 Sighisoara - Sibiu - Bucharest

  • 1

    Sighisoara Historic Center, Sighisoara, Mures County, Central Romania, Transylvania

    After breakfast, we will go on a tour of 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 we will see, after which we will climb to the top of the 500 year old clock tower for a fantastic view over the town.

  • 2

    Sibiu Travel, Sibiu, Sibiu County, Central Romania, Transylvania

    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: the Great Square, the Brukenthal Museum and an infamous Bridge of Lies. Afterwards, we drive along the spectacular Olt river valley going back to Bucharest.

  • !

    Info

    Meals included:
    • Breakfast
    No accommodation included on this day.


Included

  • 1x Breakfast
  • Accommodation included: 1 night
  • Overnight accommodation 3* hotels or guesthouses
  • Breakfast
  • Professional English Speaking Guide
  • Local taxes
  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel/Hostel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Small-group tour (maximum 6 people per group)

Excluded

  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Entrance fees (20 euros per person)
  • Gratuities
  • Entry/Admission - Peles Castle
  • Entry/Admission - Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

Additional info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Not wheelchair accessible, due to uneven surfaces
  • There is a 45 Euro single supplement to be paid directly to the guide at the departure if you require a single room
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
  • Peles Castle is closed on Mondays year-round and on Tuesdays from August 13, 2024, to 1st May 2025. If your tour is booked within this period then you will see Peles Castle from the outside

Return Details
Returns to original departure point

Departure time
08:00 AM

Reviews

4.96 Excellent Based on 26 reviews
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 stars

H. Michelle

Cannot fault this tour. Marius was absolutely brilliant and has perfect English. He is so knowledgeable and welcoming and really took care of us. The sights were fantastic and there was just the right amount of time at each. The minibus was comfy too so we had a chance for a nap in between!