Transylvania Tour from Budapest to Bucharest: 4 days
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Duration
96 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Budapest
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Go deep in this beautiful land of Transylvania on this 4-day tour from Budapest to Bucharest. This tour offers you the chance of exploring a number of Romania’s highlights including Dracula’s Castle, the Royal Peles Castle, the UNESCO-listed citadel of Sighisoara, Sibiu , Corvin castle and much more as you make your way to the Romanian capital of Bucharest.
What's Included
Included
Professional guide
Hotel/Hostel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off
Small-group tour (maximum 8 people per group)
Live commentary on board
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Entrance fees
No accommodation provided
Liberty Bridge
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
We pick-up all of our travelers. Please do not forget to leave your address at time of booking.
End point
Tours ends in Bucharest. Drop off will be made at a location of your choice.
Itinerary
Budapesta – Arad- Timisoara
Budapesta – Arad- Timisoara
On your first day meet with your guide and set out for Romania. You'll cross the border at Arad.
Budapesta – Arad- Timisoara
30 minutes
Budapesta – Arad- Timisoara
. The first stop will be in Arad for a short walking tour. Arad is one of the Transylvanian towns with rich culture, that can be observed through it’s architecture. Stroll the city streets to see City Hall Palace , the Palace of Culture , the neo-gothic and secessionist-style Red Church, the large domed Roman Catholic Church and the neo-classical State Theatre. If time allows it you can have lunch at one of the local restaurants.
Budapesta – Arad- Timisoara
30 minutes
Budapesta – Arad- Timisoara
In the afternoon reach Timisoara. This bustling city has been awarded European Capital of Culture 2019 due to it’s architecture that shows Turkish influence and massive Austro-Hungarian influence.
Timisoara – Corvin Castle – Alba Iulia – Sibiu
1 hourAdmission not included
Timisoara – Corvin Castle – Alba Iulia – Sibiu
Start fresh in the morning after breakfast with your guide and head for your first stop at Corvin Castle. Explore this gothic castle to find it’s history that lays in the walls of this place.
Timisoara – Corvin Castle – Alba Iulia – Sibiu
1 hour
Timisoara – Corvin Castle – Alba Iulia – Sibiu
After Corvin castle head for Alba-Iulia city. Alba-Iulia has an important cultural role in modern Romania as this is the place where the ancient and medieval history can be observed and also for the fact that this is where our country signed the unification treaty in 1918. Stroll the Old Town section to explore the history of this city.
Timisoara – Corvin Castle – Alba Iulia – Sibiu
30 minutes
Timisoara – Corvin Castle – Alba Iulia – Sibiu
In the afternoon reach Sibiu, where you will be having a walking tour in the Old Town of Sibiu. Sibiu is a medium size city but with rich history and it was appointed the European Capital of Culture in 2007. Join our guide for a walking tour and explore the city.
Sibiu- Sighisoara – Brasov
1 hour
Sibiu- Sighisoara – Brasov
Start fresh in the morning and set out for Sighisoara city, a fairtale town where Vlad Dracula was born in 1431. Explore the city with our guide through a walking tour.
Sibiu- Sighisoara – Brasov
30 minutes
Sibiu- Sighisoara – Brasov
After Sighisoara set out for Brasov. This medium size city is one the most favorite destination of most Romanian people as the Old Town preserves rich history. Enjoy a walking tour to observe the Black Church and the main gates of the city.
Brasov – Bran Castle – Peles Castle – Bucharest
2 hoursAdmission not included
Brasov – Bran Castle – Peles Castle – Bucharest
Set out first thing in the morning for Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s castle. Visit the inside of this 14th century castle to find out the story about Vlad Dracula.
Brasov – Bran Castle – Peles Castle – Bucharest
2 hoursAdmission not included
Brasov – Bran Castle – Peles Castle – Bucharest
In the afternoon set out for Sinaia where you will stop at the Peles Castle. This 19th century castle was built by the royal family of Romania and it’s still being preserved in the same way it did over a century ago. In the afternoon reach Bucharest. End of service.
Additional Info
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
Peles Castle is closed on Mondays year-round and on Tuesdays from 1st of August, 2024, to 1st May 2025. If your tour is booked within this period then you will see Peles Castle from the outside. You will spend more time at Bran Castle and Brasov. Subject to change due to castle policy
Other
Your guide will assist you with purchasing the entrance tickets
Other
We do not provide pick-up or drop off service
Other
Tour Guide will set departure point and time for every day of the trip
Other
If you require assistance with overnight accommodation, we can provide at your request.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Policy type
Custom
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 3+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-3 days before
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