Bucharest: Private History of Communism Van Tour
ID: GYG410741-745086
Category:
Country: Romania
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Understand and see how Bucharest was under Communism and how beautiful it is today on a private tour by van. Follow your guide on a historical journey through the city to its most famous sites.
Dive into Bucharest's past on a private guided van tour of the city's Communist era. See its famous Communist sights and grand architecture as you sit back in the comfort of your own car or minivan. Marvel at other, non-Communist sights, enjoying what Bucharest looks like today.
Enjoy a relaxed pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Bucharest and set off on your full-day historical journey. Listen to your driver/guide recount stories of the city's Communist past as you make your way to its sights.
On your tour, make your way to Victory Avenue, one of Bucharest's oldest and most famous streets. See Revolution Square, the Romanian Athenaeum, the Palace of the Parliament, and more.
Taking a step away from Communism, feel spooked visiting the grave of Dracula at the Snagov Monastery. Or enjoy the regal architecture of the House of Ceauşescu, the former 80-room home of President Ceauşescu.
Best of all, speak with your guide and decide your itinerary along the way.
Highlights
- Feel your hairs stand on end by Dracula's grave at Snagov Monastery
- Sit back and relax in the comfort of your private transportation
- Learn about the incidents that took place on Revolution Square
- See the grand Palace of the Parliament with its many windows
- Understand the impact of Communism in Bucharest and the country
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Some sites require the payment of a fee for allowing you to take pictures – they cost around 2 or 3 Euros/sight
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
Masks are required while indoors
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
Please wait in your hotel lobby or on the sidewalk if you are staying in your own accommodation.
If you prefer a pickup from the airport, meet your guide next to the InfoDesk at the Arrivals. It is located on the main floor and your guide will be holding placard with your name on it.
Let your guide know where you prefer to be dropped off.
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
