Package Detail

Romania, land of legends
8 days / 7 nights

Day 01 BUCHAREST
Arrival in Bucharest – the capital of Romania. Transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Bucharest.

Day 02 BUCHAREST – CURTEA DE ARGES – SIBIU
In the morning panoramic sightseeing tour of Bucharest, then departure to Curtea de Arges, former capital of Wallachia. Visit the Episcopal Church where the Romanian Kings are buried. Drive along the picturesque Olt Valley to Sibiu, one of the oldest towns in Transylvania – formerly Hermannstadt – founded by the Saxon colonists. Guided walking tour of the medieval town (the Main Square, the Evangelical Church, the Liars’ Bridge etc.). Dinner and overnight in Sibiu.

Day 03 SIBIU – BIERTAN – SIGHISOARA
Morning drive to the heart of Transylvania to visit the secret retreat for the royalties of Europe. The Saxon villages display a remarkable, unspoilt harmony between people and landscape. Drive to Biertan to visit the impressive fortified church- – UNESCO world heritage. Drive on to Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad the Impaler (“Dracula”). Walking tour in the medieval citadel (the “Upper Town”) to admire: the Clock Tower, the Church on the Hill etc.) Dinner and overnight in Sighisoara.

Day 04 SIGHISOARA – GURA HUMORULUI
After breakfast, continue to Târgu Mures – visit of the elegant city centre well known for its architecture. Drive on to Bistrita – one of the 7 main medieval towns of “Siebenbürgen” (the German name for Transylvania). Continuation through Tihuta Pass. Accommodation and overnight at hotel in Sucevita.

Day 05 GURA HUMORULUI – MONASTERIES – PIATRA NEAMT
Full day in Bucovina – land of the unique painted monasteries belonging to the UNESCO World Heritage. Visit the famous monastery of Voronet, “the Sistine Chapel of the Orient”. Then, visit the Moldovita and Sucevita monasteries with outside frescoes. Late afternoon drive south to visit the Agapia monastery. Accommodation and overnight at hotel in Piatra Neamt.

Day 06 PIATRA NEAMT –BRASOV/ POIANA BRASOV
Departure across the mountains to Brasov through the spectacular Bicaz Gorges – the Red Lake – Miercurea Ciuc. Visit the beautiful fortified church of Prejmer. Panoramic sightseeing tour and guided walking tour in the historical centre of Brasov (formerly Kronstadt). Founded by the Teutonic Knights in 1211 on an ancient Dacian site and settled by the Saxons as one of the seven walled citadels, Brasov exudes a distinct medieval ambiance and has been used as backdrop in many recent period films. Late afternoon arrival in Poiana Brasov. Dinner and overnight in Brasov/ Poiana Brasov.

Day 07 BRASOV – BRAN – SINAIA – BUCHAREST
Drive on to Bran to visit the famous medieval castle built as a fortress – The “Dracula’s” Castle – for the citizens of Brasov with view to defence the city. We head to Sinaia following the scenic Prahova Valley – arrival in Sinaia, called “Pearl of the Carpathians” due to the beauty of its natural setting and the elegance of its architecture. Visit the summer residence of the first royal couple, King Carol I and Queen Elisabeth, Peles Castle, one of the most beautiful palaces in Europe. Late afternoon drive to Bucharest. Upon arrival visit the outdoor Village Museum. Walking tour in the old city centre and dinner in the most famous restaurant in Bucharest. Overnight at hotel in Bucharest.

Day 08 BUCHAREST
In the morning free time in central Bucharest for visits and shopping (subject to the flight schedule) and transfer to the airport. End of our services.

Included services:
• Accommodation 7 nights as per the above program at tourist class hotels (3 and 4 stars);
• Full board meals /breakfast, lunch, dinner/ throughout the program, dinner on the day of arrival is subject to flight schedule;
• Private car (for 2-3 pax) or air-conditioned van, minibus or coach for all the above itinerary and program;
• English/French speaking guide throughout (bilingual guide) (for parties of 2-3 pax the guide will also drive);
• All entrance fees to museums, monasteries and sites included in the program (marked in bold);
• All Romanian taxes.

Not included:
• Hotel extras /telephone, mini bar, etc.
• Drinks (other than mineral water), coffee;
• Photographing or filming fees at the visited sites;
• Tips;
• Air tickets;
• Porterage;
• Travel insurance;
• Personal Expenses;
• Visa procurement /if needed/

Possibility of daily departures. Please ask for rate.
Group prices available upon request.

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