6 - Days Transylvania and UNESCO Bucovina Painted Monasteries Tour from Bucharest

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Discover Romania’s Transylvania and Bucovina regions on a tour that spans six full days of sightseeing. With our guide, you’ll encounter some of the most unspoiled regions in Eastern Europe, home to the legend-steeped Carpathian Mountains and a cluster of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Highlights include Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle), the historical city of Brasov, and the UNESCO-listed Painted Monasteries of Bucovina. Four-star hotel accommodation is included through the tour.
  • Avoid searching for hotels with 4-star accommodations booked in advance
  • Separate fact from Dracula fiction at Bran Castle in the heart of Transylvania
  • Hear the history behind the UNESCO-listed Painted Monasteries of Bucovina

Itinerary 6 days

This is a typical itinerary for this product.

Day 1 Bucharest – Curtea de arges – Cozia – Sibiu

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    Triumph Arch, Bucharest

    On the first day you will be picked up from Bucharest from your accommodation and we will drive towards beautiful Transylvania.

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    Curtea de Arges Monastery, Curtea de Arges, Arges County, Southern Romania

    Our first stop will be at Curtea de Arges Monastery one of the most important faith centers of Romania, which we will explore to find out it’s history.

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    Monastero di Cozia, Caciulata, Valcea County, Southwest Romania

    Then head for Olt River Valley Road, passing by you will see Cozia Monastery as you drive towards Sibiu .

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

    Reach Sibiu in the afternoon where you will be accommodated and set out for a walking tour in one of the most beautiful Transylvanian cities.

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    Overnight in Sibiu

    Meals included:
    • Dinner
    Accommodation included:
    Overnight in Sibiu in centrally located hotel.

Day 2 Sibiu – Alba Iulia – Corvin Castle – Sibiu

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    Castelul Corvinilor, Hunedoara, Hunedoara County, Western Romania, Transylvania

    Set out in the morning for Corvin castle. This well preserved medieval castle offers an insight into Transylvanian history. Find out more as our guide will introduce you in the history of this place.

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    Citadel of Alba Iulia, Alba Iulia, Alba County, Central Romania, Transylvania

    After Corvin Castle head for Alba Iulia. the city where the unification of Romania was signed. Explore the roman and medieval streets to find out the culture and history of this city.

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    Overnight in Sibiu

    Meals included:
    • Breakfast
    Accommodation included:
    Overnight in Sibiu in centrally located hotel.

Day 3 Sibiu – Biertan- Sighisoara – Gura Humorului

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    Biertan Fortified Church, Central Square, Biertan 557045 Romania

    Set out in the morning for Biertan Fortified Church UNESCO Heritage site, to visit one of the most important fortified church in Transylvania.

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

    After Biertan Fortified Church head for Sighisoara city where Dracula was born. Take a walking tour inside the old walls of this fairy tale town to find out the history of Dracula and Sighisoara, one of the emblematic city for Transylvanian culture. After lunch head for Gura Humorului, in Bucovina region where you will be accommodated.

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    Overnight in Gura Humorului

    Meals included:
    • Breakfast
    Accommodation included:
    Overnight in Gura Humorului at a centrally located hotel.

Day 4 Gura Humorului – Voronet Monastery – Sucevita Monastery – Moldovita Monastery – Black pottery Marginea – Gura Humorului

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    Voronet Monastery, Gura Humorului, Suceava County, Northeast Romania

    After breakfast head for Voronet Monastery. Our guide will present the monastery.

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    Moldovita Monastery, Vatra Moldovitei, Suceava County, Northeast Romania

    Next stop will be at Moldovita Monastery where you will have the chance of exploring another vibrating old painted monastery.

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    Sucevita Monastery, Sucevita, Suceava County, Northeast Romania

    Head for Sucevita monastery another fortified monastery. This emblematic monastery preserves history of Bucovina region.

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    Marginea Ceramics, Suceava, Suceava County, Northeast Romania

    End up your day at the Black Pottery of Marginea.

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    Overnight in Gura Humorului

    Meals included:
    • Breakfast
    Accommodation included:
    Overnight in Gura Humorului at a centrally located hotel.

Day 5 Gura humorului – Bicaz Gorge – Red Lake – Brasov

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    Bicaz Canyon, Bicaz, Neamt County, Northeast Romania

    Start fresh in the morning after breakfast and travel towards Bicaz Gorge. This magnificent Gorge passes from Moldova region back to Transylvania region.

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    Red Lake, Lacu Rosu, Harghita County, Central Romania, Transylvania

    Stop at the Red Lake for a lunch break and then continue towards Brasov

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

    Reach Brasov in the afternoon where you will explore this vibrating city through a walking tour that passes at the most important sights such as Black Church and Catherine’s Gates.

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    Overnight in Brasov

    Meals included:
    • Breakfast
    Accommodation included:
    Overnight in Brasov at a centrally located hotel.

Day 6 Brasov – Bran Castle – Peles Castle in Sinaia – Bucharest

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

    In the morning you will head for Bran castle aka Dracula’s castle in order to discover this medieval castle and the true story of Vlad Dracula. Tour the inside and at the end if you wish you can enjoy free time in the market in front of the castle.

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    Peles Castle, Sinaia, Prahova County, Southern Romania

    Reach the Peles Palace set in the scenic mountain resort of Sinaia, also called the Pearl of the Carpathians. Tour the Romanian royal family’s former summer residence, which showcases a magnificent palace in the German Renaissance style. Built at the foot of the mountains between 1873 and 1914 by Carol I, the first Romanian king, the palace is considered one of the most beautiful of its kind in Europe.
    In the afternoon reach Bucharest.
    End of service.

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    Accommodation

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


Included

  • 5x Breakfast
  • 1x Dinner
  • Accommodation included: 5 nights
  • 5 nights accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • 1 Homemade dinner in a Transylvanian house
  • Professional English Speaking Guide
  • Hotel/Hostel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off
  • Local taxes
  • Transport by sedan/minivan vehicle
  • Live commentary on board
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Dinner
  • Bottled water

Excluded

  • Entrance fees (20 euros per person)
  • Single supplement – 100 euro per room
  • Other Meals/drinks unless specified
  • Photo fees
  • Gratuities
  • Entry/Admission - Castelul Corvinilor
  • Entry/Admission - Voronet Monastery
  • Entry/Admission - Moldovita Monastery
  • Entry/Admission - Sucevita Monastery
  • Entry/Admission - Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
  • Entry/Admission - Peles Castle

Additional info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Please note that Transfagarasan Road is open only between June-October.
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Single supplement – 100 euro per room.
  • This is a small tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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