3-Day Small-Group Transylvania Tour
3-Day Small-Group Transylvania 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.We will visit old medieval towns, the unique fortified churches, castles and fortresses, charming old villages and the beautiful Transylvanian scenery with mountains and green hills.Highlights of the tour: Brasov, Sighisoara, Rupea Fortress, Viscri village and fortified church, Biertan village and fortified church, Bran castle, Prejmer fortified church, Peles castle
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Bucharest
In the morning meet with our guide in yours location from Bucharest.
1 hourPeles Castle
Leave the city on the route to Sinaia. Visit the Peles Castle, former summer residence of the kings of Romania, the Peles Castle is 44 kilometers far from Brasov, in Sinaia, a well-known mountain resort as well. Nowadays the Castle is one of the most important museums in Transylvania where one can admire furniture and ornamental objects, carpets, tapestry, sculptures, paintings, collections of weapons from the 15th up to the19th centuries.
2 hoursBrasov Historical Center
We’ll spend the afternoon in Brasov with a visit to the medieval center of Brasov, The main sites are: Council Square, Black Church, White and Black Towers, Weaver’s Bastion and Ekaterina's Gate, St Nicholas Church, The Rope’s street, etc.
2 hoursBlack Church (Biserica Neagra)
The biggest gothic cathedral from Romania. It is a landmark of Brasov.
30 minutesWeavers Bastion or Bastionul Tesatorilor
Part of Brasov impressive defensive system in Middle Ages.
30 minutesPrima Scoala Romaneasca
A small and un unique museum. Include an amazing collection of old books and documents, a 16th century printing workshop and a classroom dated in 19th century.
30 minutesRope Street - Strada Sforii
Day 2: BRASOV – VISCRI – RUPEA – BIERTAN - SIGHISOARA – BRASOV
Viscri Fortified Church
In the morning 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 and visit the Viscri Fortified church.
1 hour 30 minutesCetatea Rupea
We’ll continue to Rupea fortress (13th century), an impressive citadel with three concentric fortified walls and 3 interior precincts.
45 minutesBiertan Fortified Church
Biertan village it was one of the most important trade centers in the region and the headquarters of the Evangelical Bishops for about 300 years. We’ll visit Biertan fortified church dating from the 16th century, built in late gothic style. From the top we can admire the views over the old village and peaceful surrounding area.
1 hourBiertan
A sample of the Transylvanian village architecture with a high German influence.
30 minutesCentrul Istoric Sighisoara
We’ll spend the afternoon in Sighisoara and we’ll visit the medieval town. It is a UNESCO site, with origins in 12th century which preserve very well the medieval buildings. Highlights: Clock Tower, Church on the Hill, Dracula’s birthplace, Church of he monastery, Fortified Wall and Towers.
2 hoursSighisoara Clock Tower
The landmark of Sighisoara. It is the biggest tower, part of the medieval fortification system. Nowadays host the history museum.
30 minutesChurch on the Hill
An amazing church dating since 14th century. It preserves old Renaissance frescoes, a cript and unique altars.
30 minutesBrasov Historical Center
Day 3: BRASOV – PREJMER - BRAN – BUCHAREST
2 hoursPeasant Fortified Church at Prejmer
First stop at Prejmer fortified church (UNESCO), dating since 13th century and a unique sample of religious and defensive structure. It is the biggest and the most famous Saxon (German) fortified church from Transylvania.
1 hourBran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
Continue your journey to Bran with it’s famous Bran castle. Also called Dracula`s Castle, it got its fame from Dracula`s legend written in 1897 by Bram Stoker and later on made into a film by Francis Ford Coppola.. The first documents about Bran Castle appeared in 1377. Along the history, the Castle had a strategic mission being the border between Transylvania and Wallachia.
2 hoursBucharest
No accommodation included on this day.
15 minutesIncluded
- 2 nights accommodation in Double / twin rooms
- Tour Guide - English language
- transport with SUV, minivan or minibus, according with the number of people
- Entrance tickets at the monuments (standard tours)
- 2x Breakfast
- Accommodation included: 2 nights
- Entry/Admission - Brasov Historical Center
- Entry/Admission - Viscri Fortified Church
- Entry/Admission - Prima Scoala Romaneasca
- Entry/Admission - Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
- Entry/Admission - Peles Castle
- Entry/Admission - Biertan Fortified Church
- Entry/Admission - Centrul Istoric Sighisoara
- Entry/Admission - Peasant Fortified Church at Prejmer
- Entry/Admission - Cetatea Rupea
- Entry/Admission - Weavers Bastion or Bastionul Tesatorilor
- Entry/Admission - Sighisoara Clock Tower
- Entry/Admission - Black Church (Biserica Neagra)
- Entry/Admission - Church on the Hill
Not Included
- Other meals oe services not mentioned as included
- Tips
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- 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 experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
- 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.