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Private One Day Tour of Medieval Romania from Bucharest
Targoviste
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Reaching Poenari Fortress requires good walking shoes. Don't wear high heels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Enjoy this one day private guided tour from Bucharest and visit some of the finest medieval attractions in Romania. Explore the Princely Court of Targoviste, the fortress of Poenari and the splendid monastery Curtea de Arges.
The tour ends with a panoramic view of Vidraru Lake, on the high-altitude road Transfagarasan.
Highlights
13 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
13 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Pivate tour
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Itinerary
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Princely Court
The Princely Court is one of the most important historical monuments close to Bucharest. The capital of Southern Romania in the medieval centuries, Targoviste was a key commercial center and an outpost for local princes active in the anti-Ottoman wars.
A great part of its story is related to the legendary prince Vlad the Impaler.
1 hour
2
Curtea de Arges Monastery
The medieval church Curtea de Arges is one of the most important religious monuments in Romania. Built 500 years ago, this church is an original work of art, combining local and Oriental influences from the Ottoman Empire.
This church is a royal necropolis, here are buried the members of the royal family of Romania, King Carol the 1st and Queen Elisabeta, King Ferdinand and Queen Maria.
30 minutes
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Poienari Castle
Next, it's time for a bit of exercise. To reach Poenari Fortress, you have to walk over 1,400 stairs through a beautiful and dense forest.
The medieval fortress, used by Vlad the Impaler in the 15th century, has ample views over the mountains. Its position enabled guards back in the day to observe approaching enemy armies and the fortress was more than once the scene of brutal conflicts.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Vidraru Dam
Take photos and enjoy the sunset overlooking the Vidraru Lake, one of the largest infrastructure projects of the communist regime, on the high-altitude Transfagarasan Road.
Private One Day Tour of Medieval Romania from Bucharest
Targoviste
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Enjoy this one day private guided tour from Bucharest and visit some of the finest medieval attractions in Romania. Explore the Princely Court of Targoviste, the fortress of Poenari and the splendid monastery Curtea de Arges.
The tour ends with a panoramic view of Vidraru Lake, on the high-altitude road Transfagarasan.
