3-Day Private Tour of Medieval Transylvania from Bucharest

4.9
(15 reviews)
Bucharest, Romania

2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This 3-day private tour introduces you to fascinating Transylvania, where colourful centuries-old traditions are still alive and well in the small villages, and people make a living from time-honoured, traditional occupations, such as being shepherds, weavers, blacksmiths and carpenters.

What's Included

Transport by air-conditioned car / minivan
English speaking licensed tour guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
2 nights accommodation
Private tour
Breakfast
Entrance fees as per itinerary
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We offer pick-up from any hotel & apartment rental in Bucharest.

The guide will meet you in your hotel lobby or in front of your accommodation building.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Visit the most beautiful places of Transylvania

    17 stops
  • 1
    Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

    Bran Castle is one of the most famous landmarks in Transylvania, and is known as the home of Count Dracula.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Black Church (Biserica Neagra)

    Over 600 years old, the Black Church from Brasov is the most famous monument from this old Transylvanian town. This is the largest hall church east of Vienna.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Peles Castle

    This 19th-century castle was commissioned by King Carol I and is considered to be one of the most beautiful castles in Europe.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    Ecaterina/Catherine's Gate, one of the oldest gates of Brasov City, is considered the most beautiful gates that has kept its original state.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Sighisoara Clock Tower

    Clock Tower, the highest tower of Sighisoara , with 64 m of its dates from the fourteenth century. Now, holds the history museum.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Peasant Fortified Church at Prejmer

    As a defensive construction, this fortified church acted as a shelter during times of attack and could house over 1500 people.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 7

    This church is the most important monument of religious architecture in Sighisoara and is one of the great churches of Transylvania, being the third largest.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Biertan Fortified Church

    A must-see attraction while in Transylvania, the fortified church of Biertan is part of the UNESCO Heritage Sites and is one of the strongest of these unique fortifications.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 9
    Centrul Istoric Sighisoara

    Founded by German craftsmen and merchants known as the Saxons of Transylvania, Sighişoara is a fine example of a small, fortified medieval town.

    Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Admire the old river of Sighisoara Fortress, that cross the town

    Admission ticket free
  • 11

    The church-fortress stands on flat ground in a square in the centre of the village. It was surrounded by a moat in the Middle Ages.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 12

    The White Tower in Braşov Built in the 15th century out of brick and stone, the tower had five wooden galleries and its maintenance was done by the craftsmen of the tin and copper guild.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 13

    Black Tower (aka Turnul Negru) was a defensive tower on Warthe Hill which protected the west side of medieval Brasov.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14

    It was built between 1660 - 1662 and covered by the locals to protect children going to school. In 1842 it was altered and left with 175 steps.

    Admission ticket free
  • 15

    Vlad Dracul House of Sighișoara is located in Tin Street No.1, between the Citadel Square and the Clock Tower. It is the place where Vlad the Impaler, the historical character who inspired Bram Stoker's Dracula, was born, in 1431.

    Admission ticket not included
  • 16
    Weavers Bastion or Bastionul Tesatorilor

    The Weaver Bastion is the work and toil of the craftsmen belonging to the weaver guild, being built during 1421-1436.

    Admission ticket free
  • 17

    The Drapers' Bastion is one of the six bastions of the preserved Brasov Fortresses. It is located in the southwestern corner of the fortification line.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Enjoy the beauty of Transylvania

    1 stop
  • 18
    Bucegi Mountains

    Enjoy the scenic drive through the mountains

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Supplied by Yolo Tours Romania

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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