Experience the best of Romania's UNESCO World Heritage sites in a single tour that spans from south to north.
The journey begins in Bucharest before heading to Peles Castle, Bran Castle, Brasov, Alba Iulia, and Sibiu.
We visit the stunning Sighisoara Citadel, also known as the Pearl of Transylvania, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We then venture into the northern region of Maramures, famous for its wooden churches and Maramuresean gates, where we indulge in local cuisine and experience the hospitality of the locals.
Visit to the colorful Merry Cemetery and the painted monasteries of Bucovina.
On our way to Brasov, we stop at the Neamt Citadel and explore the fortified church of Prej...
Highlights
8 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
8 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Driver/ Qualified English Speaking Guide
Accommodation
Entrance fees, other meals
Peles Castle is closed Mondays and Tuesdays. When is closed it can be seen only from outside.
Our first destination is the tourist town of Sinaia, where Peles Castle is located. Arrive in Sinaia, once an exclusive aristocratic resort, where we visit Peles Castle, the summer residence of the former Romanian royal family. Peles Castle is one of the most beautiful museums in Romania and was built in almost 40 years by King Charles 1.
1 hour and 15 minutes
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Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
We continue our trip to the famous Bran Castle. To get there we must go trough Prahova Valley, leaving behind elegant mountain resorts Predeal, Azuga and Busteni which are continuously attracting a high number of Romanian and foreign tourists, on the road that crosses the whirling Prahova River. Breathtaking natural beauty is opened in front of your eyes but the most spectacular view is from Busteni where you can admire the highest peaks of the Bucegi Mountains: Caraiman Peak, Costila Peak and Omu Peak.
Also called Dracula's Castle, it is situated at the entrance of Bran-Rucar pass. A remarkable architectural, the monument was built between 1377-1382 on a rock 60 m.
After Bran Castle visit, head to a local restaurant for lunch of fresh salads, traditional soups, delicious sarmale, meat, chicken, vegetables and other regional fares (drinks and meals at own expense). Traditional lunch can be arranged in Bran village.
1 hour and 15 minutes
Private 8-Day UNESCO Tour Maramures and Bucovina Painted Monasteries
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Experience the best of Romania's UNESCO World Heritage sites in a single tour that spans from south to north.
The journey begins in Bucharest before heading to Peles Castle, Bran Castle, Brasov, Alba Iulia, and Sibiu.
We visit the stunning Sighisoara Citadel, also known as the Pearl of Transylvania, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We then venture into the northern region of Maramures, famous for its wooden churches and Maramuresean gates, where we indulge in local cuisine and experience the hospitality of the locals.
Visit to the colorful Merry Cemetery and the painted monasteries of Bucovina.
On our way to Brasov, we stop at the Neamt Citadel and explore the fortified church of Prej...
Highlights
8 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
8 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Driver/ Qualified English Speaking Guide
Accommodation
Entrance fees, other meals
Peles Castle is closed Mondays and Tuesdays. When is closed it can be seen only from outside.