5-Day Transylvania Tour from Bucharest with Castles and Citadels
About This Tour
Visit Transylvania on a 5-day tour and explore one of the richest regions in Romania's history. Learn about medieval times, the royal family, and Romania's rela...
Duration: 5 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Alba Iulia, Brasov, Bucharest, Hunedoara, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Sinaia · Languages: English
About Sibiu
Sibiu
An eye-wateringly beautiful town of medieval archways and Habsburg builds set beneath the backbone of the Carpathians and Transylvanian woods, Sibiu is best explored with a local local guide.
What's Included
- Accommodation with breakfast in 3-star hotels/guest houses
- English-speaking professional guide
- Private transportation by air-conditioned car/minibus
- Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Bucharest
Not Included
- Other meals or drinks
- Entrance fees to the visited attractions
- Photo/video fees
- Souvenirs or personal expenses
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Prahova Valley, Peles Castle and Brasov
Spend the first day in Prahova Valley, in the Carpathian Mountains. Visit Peles Castle, the royal summer residence. Visit Dracula Castle in Bran, a symbol of Romania. Visit Brasov, a medieval city settled by German colonists.
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2Day 02
Rupea Citadel, Prejmer and Sighisoara
Discover Rupea Citadel, one of the oldest archaeological sites in Romania. Visit Prejmer fortified church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. End the day in Sighisoara, one of the best-preserved and still inhabited medieval citadels in Europe.
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3Day 03
Drive to Alba Iulia
Drive to Alba Iulia and discover one of the largest citadels and one of the oldest settlements in Romania, known in ancient times as Apulum.
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4Day 04
Hunedoara Castle and Sarmisegetusa
Visit Corvins Castle in Hunedoara, also known as Hunyadi Castle or Hunedoara Castle, built in 1446 in a Renaissance-Gothic style. Visit the Roman ruins at Sarmisegetusa.
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5Day 05
Sibiu and Cozia Monastery
Visit Sibiu, with its many attractions. On the way back to Bucharest, stop at Cozia Monastery, constructed in 1387.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Bucharest, România · Tour start: Castelul Peles, Romania — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
