Transylvania Castles & Fortified Churches 4-Day Private Tour
ID: GYG455283-1030810
Category:
Country: Romania
Duration:
4 days
Description
Join an unforgettable 4 day private tour in Romania including the main tourist attractions like Sighisoara, Bran and Peles Castles with Bucharest hotel pickup and drop off and get life time memories!
Welcome to the exciting "In-depth Cultural Tour of Transylvanian Medieval Castles & Fortified Churches"! This 4-day travel package starts and ends in the vibrant city of Bucharest, Romania, and takes you to 11 other fascinating locations. With hotel accommodations, transportation, meals, and a knowledgeable guide all included, you're in for a worry-free adventure!
Transylvania is a region steeped in history and culture, and this tour will give you the chance to discover its hidden treasures. When Hungarian kings brought German settlers to the area in the 18th century, Saxon settlements started to form. Despite the constant threat of the Ottoman Empire, the Saxons managed to preserve their cultural identity through their various crafts and traditions. They created a strong community in Transylvania and fortified their churches to defend their territory. Today, seven of these medieval fortified churches are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
This tour is the perfect way to learn about these impressive sites and travel back in time to the mysterious land of Transylvania. So pack your bags, bring your sense of adventure, and get ready for an unforgettable journey!
Day 1: BUCHAREST – SINAIA – BRAN – BRASOV
Day 2: BRASOV – PREJMER – RUPEA – VISCRI – SIGHISOARA
Day 3: SIGHISOARA – BIERTAN – MEDIAS – SIBIU
Day 4: SIBIU – COZIA – BUCHAREST
Highlights
- Explore Bran Castle, the inspiration for Dracula's castle.
- Discover Sighisoara's medieval charm, a UNESCO site.
- Visit Peles Castle, a Neo-Renaissance masterpiece, admire Rupea Citadel's beauty
- Marvel at Biertan fortified church's Gothic architecture.
- Wander Brasov's historic streets with the Black Church
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Comfortable shoes and clothes are recommended
Some of the tourist attractions are closed on Monday.
To benefit from entry fee discounts for senior citizens or students, please bring a valid ID document
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.