Highlights of Transylvania - private tour
Highlights of Transylvania - private tour
The tour of the main Transylvanian medieval fortresses and cities, which guide you back in the medieval ages with their beauty, traditions and legends. Come to see and find more about the history of Transylvania and it's people. Highlights of the tour: Bran castle, Brasov, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Prejmer fortified church, Rupea fortress, Viscri village and fortified church, Peles castle
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Your Itinerary
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Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
After the Bran Castle visit you can spend some time for souvenires shopping and then leave
2 hoursBrasov Historical Center
End the day in Brasov with a visit of the medieval center of Brasov, The main sites are: Council Square, Black Chuch, White and Black Towers, Weaver’s Bastion and Ecaterina’s Gate, St Nicholas Church, The Rope’s street, etc. The city of Brasov has its origins back to 13th century and it was one of the most important trade centres and one of the most fortified towns. Part of the medieval buildings can be still seen in our tour.
2 hoursBlack Church (Biserica Neagra)
Black church is the biggest gothic cathedral from Romania. It was built in 14th-15th century and it is the landmark of Brasov.
30 minutesWeavers Bastion or Bastionul Tesatorilor
Part of the impressive defensive system of Brasov, built in the medieval town.
30 minutesPrima Scoala Romaneasca
Day 2: BRASOV - PREJMER – VISCRI - RUPEA - SIGHISOARA - BRASOV
30 minutesPeasant Fortified Church at Prejmer
Depart from Brasov to explore the Saxon heritages from the area. First stop at Prejmer Fortified Church (UNESCO), one of the best preserved of its kind in Eastern Europe. Dating since 13th century, it is a great sample of a mix between the religious and defensive structures. Built the be a shelter for the local communities the fortified churches are characteristic for southern Transylvania and was part of the regional defensive system. Almost every village in the area had a type of fortification. The most important ones are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
1 hourCetatea Rupea
We’ll continue to Rupea fortress, an impressive citadel with three concentric fortified walls and 3 interior precincts.
45 minutesViscri
Next we’ll drive to one of the most charming Transylvanian villages – Viscri. The village preserve the authentic architecture of the houses, old way of life, traditions and crafts. It is considered a great sample of the Saxon / German Heritage of Transylvania. Enjoy a walk through the village
1 hourViscri Fortified Church
One of the oldest sights from Transylvania, the church from Viscri is dating since 12th century. Later was added the inner wall, towers and other parts of the fortifications. It is an UNESCO monument.
45 minutesCentrul Istoric Sighisoara
Sighisoara is a must to see place for any traveler having a tour in Romania.
2 hoursChurch on the Hill
Day 3: BRASOV - SIBIU – SIBIEL – FELDIOARA - BRASOV
30 minutesBig Square (Piata Mare)
We’ll drive the morning to Sibiu. The city of Sibiu it was the biggest medieval town of Transylvania and today is one of the most popular tourist sights. Highlights: Big Square, Little Square, Orthodox and Lutheran-Evangelic Cathedrals, Liars bridge, medieval wall, etc. Sibiu is a vibrant city with a charming old town and a walk will reveal parts of the local history and culture. It is considered one of the European most romantic places to live and visit.
2 hoursPiaka Mica
It is part of our walking tour in Sibiu
15 minutesBiserica Romano Catolica
It is part of our walking tour in Sibiu
15 minutesCatedrala Ortodoxa Sfanta Treime
It is part of our walking tour in Sibiu
15 minutesHuet Square
It is part of our walking tour in Sibiu
15 minutesSibiel
In lunch time we’ll drive you in the villages from Sibiu surroundings, places with a long history and tradition. The best way to discover the village life is to go a trip by horse driven wagon. Enjoy the sightseeing and village. Then we’ll serve a home-made traditional lunch in a local family guesthouse. It is also the chance to see a typical Transylvanian household and to see how a peasant family lives.
2 hoursFeldioara Fortress
Day 4: BRASOV – SINAIA - BUCHAREST
30 minutesPeles Castle
No accommodation included on this day.
2 hoursIncluded
- transport with medium size car for 2-3 persons, with minivan for 4-8 people
- Private Tour Guide
- Entrance tickets at the monuments (standard tours)
- horse driven wagon trip in a Transylvanian village
- Accommodation included: 3 nights
- 1x Lunch
- Entry/Admission - Brasov Historical Center
- Entry/Admission - Viscri Fortified Church
- Entry/Admission - Prima Scoala Romaneasca
- Entry/Admission - Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
- Entry/Admission - Feldioara Fortress
- Entry/Admission - Peles Castle
- Entry/Admission - Cetatea Rupea
- Entry/Admission - Peasant Fortified Church at Prejmer
- Entry/Admission - Weavers Bastion or Bastionul Tesatorilor
- Entry/Admission - Black Church (Biserica Neagra)
- Entry/Admission - Church on the Hill
Not Included
- Other meals or services not specified on the itinerary
- Photo and video fees
- Tips
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- Currently are no Covid19 related restrictions in Romania. No restrictions to enter the country and no restrictions while you are in Romania. No face masks required in the public spaces (indoor or outdoor). Everything is back as before the pandemic.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.