8-Day Romania Heritage Tour through Transylvania, Maramures and Bucovina

About This Tour

About Hunedoara

Romania

Hunedoara

Get a Romania tour guide from Everest Global Hub to help you uncover the mysteries of Hunedoara and its grand castle, not to mention the beautiful Carpathian peaks nearby.

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What's Included

• 7 nights' accommodation in double or twin rooms
• 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners as specified in the itinerary
• Transportation by private car or minibus throughout the tour
• Private English-speaking tour guide
• Horse-driven carriage tour in the Sibiu village area
• Visits to local craftsmen and traditional workshops
• Local taxes included

Not Included

• Entrance tickets to monuments and attractions are not included and cost approximately 85 EUR per person.
• Flexibility to choose preferred attractions and the type of museum tours at each location.
• Entrance fees can be paid directly at each location by cash or credit card.
• Meals not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
• Additional personal services and optional activities are not included.

Itinerary

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   Day 01

   Bucharest Panorama and Medieval Sibiu

   Meet your tour guide in the morning at your hotel in Bucharest. Begin with a panoramic city tour of Bucharest featuring landmarks such as Parliament Palace, Revolution Square, Athenaeum, Royal Palace, Triumph Arch, and Victoriei Avenue. Begin with a panoramic city tour of Bucharest featuring landmarks such as Parliament Palace, Revolution Square, Athenaeum, Royal Palace, Triumph Arch, and Victoriei Avenue. Continue toward Transylvania, crossing the Carpathian Mountains through the scenic Olt River Valley. Continue toward Transylvania, crossing the Carpathian Mountains through the scenic Olt River Valley. Stop at Cozia Monastery, a historic religious site dating back to the 14th century. Stop at Cozia Monastery, a historic religious site dating back to the 14th century. Arrive in Sibiu and enjoy a walking tour through the medieval Old Town. Arrive in Sibiu and enjoy a walking tour through the medieval Old Town. Explore the Big Square, Small Square, Staircase Tower, Liar's Bridge, Evangelical Cathedral, Catholic Cathedral, Orthodox Cathedral, and the medieval fortifications. Explore the Big Square, Small Square, Staircase Tower, Liar's Bridge, Evangelical Cathedral, Catholic Cathedral, Orthodox Cathedral, and the medieval fortifications. Continue to a traditional village near Sibiu and experience a horse-driven wagon ride through the countryside. Continue to a traditional village near Sibiu and experience a horse-driven wagon ride through the countryside. Enjoy a homemade traditional dinner and an overnight stay at a local guest house.

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   Day 02

   Sibiel, Calnic Fortress, Corvin Castle, and Alba Iulia

   Enjoy breakfast before visiting the Icons Painted on Glass Museum in Sibiel village. Continue to Calnic Fortress, a UNESCO-listed medieval defensive fortress dating back to the 13th century. Continue to Calnic Fortress, a UNESCO-listed medieval defensive fortress dating back to the 13th century. Travel to Hunedoara and visit the impressive Corvin Castle, one of the largest medieval castles in Romania. Travel to Hunedoara and visit the impressive Corvin Castle, one of the largest medieval castles in Romania. Continue to Alba Iulia, a historic city with ancient Roman heritage and major importance in Romanian history. Continue to Alba Iulia, a historic city with ancient Roman heritage and major importance in Romanian history. Explore the Roman ruins, Orthodox Cathedral, Catholic Cathedral, and the Vauban-style fortification system. Explore the Roman ruins, Orthodox Cathedral, Catholic Cathedral, and the Vauban-style fortification system. Overnight stay at a 4-star hotel in Alba Iulia.

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   Day 03

   Turda Salt Mine and Arrival in Maramures

   Begin the day with breakfast before visiting the spectacular Turda Salt Mine. Descend into the underground chambers located more than 120 meters below the surface. Descend into the underground chambers located more than 120 meters below the surface. Continue toward the Maramures region, famous for its wooden churches and preserved traditions. Continue toward the Maramures region, famous for its wooden churches and preserved traditions. Visit the UNESCO-listed Rogoz Wooden Church, known for its traditional wooden architecture and painted interiors. Visit the UNESCO-listed Rogoz Wooden Church, known for its traditional wooden architecture and painted interiors. Continue to the Surdesti Wooden Church, considered the tallest old wooden church in Europe. Continue to the Surdesti Wooden Church, considered the tallest old wooden church in Europe. Arrive in Botiza village and visit a local household to learn about rural traditions and lifestyle. Arrive in Botiza village and visit a local household to learn about rural traditions and lifestyle. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at a traditional local pension.

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   Day 04

   Cultural Treasures of Maramures

   Enjoy breakfast before exploring the cultural treasures of Maramures. Visit the famous Sapanta Merry Cemetery, known for its colorful tombstones and humorous epitaphs. Visit the famous Sapanta Merry Cemetery, known for its colorful tombstones and humorous epitaphs. See the Sapanta Peri Wooden Church, the tallest wooden church in the world. See the Sapanta Peri Wooden Church, the tallest wooden church in the world. Continue through Sighet and enjoy an optional visit to the Communist Prison Museum. Continue through Sighet and enjoy an optional visit to the Communist Prison Museum. Visit the UNESCO-listed wooden church in Desesti. Visit the UNESCO-listed wooden church in Desesti. Meet local craftsmen, including traditional weavers, wood carvers, and water mill owners. Meet local craftsmen, including traditional weavers, wood carvers, and water mill owners. Visit Barsana Monastery and admire the beautiful wooden monastery architecture. Visit Barsana Monastery and admire the beautiful wooden monastery architecture. Dinner and overnight stay at a local pension in Botiza village.

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   Day 05

   From Maramures to the Painted Monasteries of Bucovina

   Begin the day with a visit to the Maramures Woman Museum in Dragomiresti. Learn about local traditions, customs, and the symbolism carved into traditional Maramures wooden gates. Learn about local traditions, customs, and the symbolism carved into traditional Maramures wooden gates. Cross the Carpathian Mountains toward Bucovina, the land of painted monasteries. Cross the Carpathian Mountains toward Bucovina, the land of painted monasteries. Visit the UNESCO-listed Moldovita Monastery, built in 1532 and designed as a fortified monastery. Visit the UNESCO-listed Moldovita Monastery, built in 1532 and designed as a fortified monastery. Continue to Sucevita Monastery, one of the most magnificent painted monasteries in Bucovina. Continue to Sucevita Monastery, one of the most magnificent painted monasteries in Bucovina. Visit a painted egg museum and workshop, along with the Marginea pottery center. Visit a painted egg museum and workshop, along with the Marginea pottery center. Overnight stay at a 4-star hotel in the Gura Humorului or Voronet area.

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   Day 06

   Voronet Monastery and the Road to Sighisoara

   Visit Voronet Monastery, founded in 1488 and famous for its impressive blue frescoes and Last Judgment scene. Cross the Carpathian Mountains while enjoying views of the Bicaz Gorges and Red Lake. Cross the Carpathian Mountains while enjoying views of the Bicaz Gorges and Red Lake. Arrive in the medieval town of Sighisoara in the evening. Arrive in the medieval town of Sighisoara in the evening. Overnight stay at a hotel located in the Old Town of Sighisoara.

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   Day 07

   Sighisoara, Viscri, Prejmer, and Brasov Old Town

   Begin the day with a walking tour of the UNESCO-listed medieval town of Sighisoara. Explore the beautifully preserved citadel founded by Saxon settlers during the 13th century. Explore the beautifully preserved citadel founded by Saxon settlers during the 13th century. Continue through traditional Transylvanian villages toward Viscri village. Continue through traditional Transylvanian villages toward Viscri village. Visit the UNESCO-listed Viscri Fortified Church and explore the charming village streets and local handmade products. Visit the UNESCO-listed Viscri Fortified Church and explore the charming village streets and local handmade products. Continue to Prejmer and visit the UNESCO-listed fortified church dating back to the 13th century. Continue to Prejmer and visit the UNESCO-listed fortified church dating back to the 13th century. Arrive in Brasov and enjoy a walking tour of the medieval Old Town. Arrive in Brasov and enjoy a walking tour of the medieval Old Town. Discover Council Square, Black Church, White Tower, Black Tower, Weaver's Bastion, and Ecaterina's Gate. Discover Council Square, Black Church, White Tower, Black Tower, Weaver's Bastion, and Ecaterina's Gate. Overnight stay at a hotel located in Brasov Old Town.

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   Day 08

   Bran Castle, Peles Castle, and Return to Bucharest

   Visit the famous Bran Castle, an impressive Gothic fortress dating back to the 14th century. Continue to Sinaia and explore Peles Castle, the former summer residence of the Romanian royal family. Continue to Sinaia and explore Peles Castle, the former summer residence of the Romanian royal family. Return to Bucharest in the afternoon. Return to Bucharest in the afternoon. Drop-off at the airport or your hotel in Bucharest, marking the end of the tour. Drop-off at the airport or your hotel in Bucharest, marking the end of the tour.

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