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Private 5 Day Best of Transylvania Tour from Bucharest
Product code 106800P13
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From EUR 1,575
Dates
Feb 1, 2026 to Jan 31, 2027
Start times
8:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 18-99
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Best of Transylvania
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Duration
120 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, German, Italian, French, Ro, Nl, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant Then Manual
Pickup
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Time zone
Europe/Bucharest
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Private 5 Day Best of Transylvania Tour from Bucharest





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Duration
120 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, German, Italian, French, Ro, Nl, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant Then Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Europe/Bucharest
Why Travelers Love This
Discover in a 5-day tour the best attractions of the famous Transylvania. Start with ‘’The Little Paris of the East’’, Bucharest, and admire the lovely boulevards, the Palace of the Parliament, the Arch of Triumph and the Revolution Square. Explore the former summer residence of the Romanian Royal family, The Peles Castle in Sinaia. Visit the Bran Castle and discover its connection to the story of Dracula. Enjoy a tour of the beautiful city of Brasov and visit its main attractions such as the well-known Black Church. Experience the medieval atmosphere of Sighisoara and visit this outstanding UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover at the end of your trip the largest and wealthiest citadel built in Transylvania, Sibiu. *Please note that The Peles Castle is always closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. In the period of the Romanian winter holidays (24.12.2021-02.01.2022) several attractions may have a modified schedule. Let us know in advance your date of travel. Thank you for understanding.
Overview
Discover in a 5-day tour the best attractions of the famous Transylvania. Start with ‘’The Little Paris of the East’’, Bucharest, and admire the lovely boulevards, the Palace of the Parliament, the Arch of Triumph and the Revolution Square. Explore the former summer residence of the Romanian Royal family, The Peles Castle in Sinaia. Visit the Bran Castle and discover its connection to the story of Dracula. Enjoy a tour of the beautiful city of Brasov and visit its main attractions such as the well-known Black Church. Experience the medieval atmosphere of Sighisoara and visit this outstanding UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover at the end of your trip the largest and wealthiest citadel built in Transylvania, Sibiu. *Please note that The Peles Castle is always closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. In the period of the Romanian winter holidays (24.12.2021-02.01.2022) several attractions may have a modified schedule. Let us know in advance your date of travel. Thank you for understanding.
What's Included
Included
Throughout transportation by modern vehicle
Professional English-speaking guide
Entrance fees included as per itinerary
4 x overnights at centrally located 3- or 4-star hotels including breakfast buffet
Dinner
Breakfast
Not included
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Bucharest-Arrival
30 minutes
Bucharest-Arrival
Transfer from the Airport to Bucharest
Bucharest-Arrival
1 hour
Bucharest-Arrival
Welcome to Romania! Upon arrival, discover the uniqueness of the capital of Romania, known as the ‘Little Paris of the East’. Discover the most popular attractions from Bucharest such as the famous Arch of Triumph, The Romanian Atheneum, The Constitution Square, and the second largest building in the world, The Palace of the Parliament, Bucharest’s icon. Arrive at the hotel, and check-in. Enjoy a traditional welcome dinner at a local restaurant from the Old Town.
Bucharest – Sibiu (cca 300km)
45 minutesAdmission included
Bucharest – Sibiu (cca 300km)
After breakfast, visit The Palace of the Parliament, the second largest administrative building in the World, and discover its amazing interior with impressive halls, massive chandeliers, mirrors and huge carpets.
Bucharest – Sibiu (cca 300km)
2 hours
Bucharest – Sibiu (cca 300km)
Drive north towards famous Transylvania, cross the Carpathian Mountains along the Olt Valley to the old and idyllic town of Sibiu. Sibiu was settled by the German colonists in the 12th century and preserved until nowadays its medieval atmosphere. Join your local guide for a walk to the Grand and Small Square, the Liar’s bridge and the Huet Square. Admire the Brukenthal Palace, the Council Tower, the Catholic Church and the Evangelic Church with its 74m high tower.
Bucharest – Sibiu (cca 300km)
20 minutes
Bucharest – Sibiu (cca 300km)
The Bridge of Lies is a popular attraction from the Old Town of Sibiu and makes the connection between two important streets. Made of iron, the bridge was the second of its kind from Europe and the first from Romania. Several legends are told about its name, it has been said that the bridge was often crossed by merchants that used to lie to their clients and fool them.
Sibiu – Sighisoara – Biertan – Sibiel – Sibiu (cca. 270km)
45 minutesAdmission included
Sibiu – Sighisoara – Biertan – Sibiel – Sibiu (cca. 270km)
Near the Clock Tower and The Citadel of Sighisoara, visit the house in which Vlad the Impaler was born, in the period of the Turkish invasion, when the ruller of Wallachia, Vlad Dracul and his wife were hosted by the mayor of Sighisoara. It has been said that the monument is the oldest stone building from the city. Nowadays, it hosts a museum and a medieval-style restaurant.
Sibiu – Sighisoara – Biertan – Sibiel – Sibiu (cca. 270km)
45 minutesAdmission included
Sibiu – Sighisoara – Biertan – Sibiel – Sibiu (cca. 270km)
Visit The Church on the Hill, built in 1488, with a distinct architecture, enchanting with the simplicity of the exterior unlike the late Gothic monuments from Western Europe. The Church is Sighisoara's most important religious monument when it comes to architecture, being the third largest church from Transylvania. Positioned at a high altitude of 429m, the church is visible from long distances.It has been said that the monument is the oldest stone building from the city. Nowadays, it hosts a museum and a medieval-style restaurant.
Sibiu – Sighisoara – Biertan – Sibiel – Sibiu (cca. 270km)
30 minutesAdmission included
Sibiu – Sighisoara – Biertan – Sibiel – Sibiu (cca. 270km)
Visit the clock Tower of Sighisora, built in the 14th century had as main purpose to defend the main gate of the citadel, and it was also used as town hall until the year 1556. It is opposite guarded by Tailor's Tower and is the main entrance to the citadel. With a height of 64m, the tower is visible from almost every part of the City.
Sibiu – Sighisoara – Biertan – Sibiel – Sibiu (cca. 270km)
45 minutesAdmission included
Sibiu – Sighisoara – Biertan – Sibiel – Sibiu (cca. 270km)
Journey towards The Fortified church of Biertan, one of the largest and most impressive strongholds in Transylvania, that looks like something out of a fairy tale. Set in a spectacular landscape, perched high on a hill, and surrounded by vineyards, the fortified church bears an enchanting love story. Legend has it that couples seeking divorce were locked for 2 weeks in the Prison Tower, being forced to share everything, and after that most of the couple decided to give up the idea of divorcing.
Sibiu – Bran – Brasov (cca. 190km)
1 hourAdmission included
Sibiu – Bran – Brasov (cca. 190km)
After a scenic drive to Bran visit the 14th-century imposing Bran Castle, the Transylvania’s most famous castle. Hidden in the hilly forest of Bran and surrounded by an aura of mystery and legend, the castle was built by the German Saxons in the 14th century and served as customs for many centuries between Transylvania and Wallachia. In 1920 the castle became Royal Residence, offered as a gift by the people of Brasov to Queen Marie of Romania.
Sibiu – Bran – Brasov (cca. 190km)
2 hours
Sibiu – Bran – Brasov (cca. 190km)
Journey towards Brasov and discover an enchanting medieval town with colourful houses and cobblestone streets. Enjoy a tour of the Old Town, visit the town’s symbol with a history of over 600 years, The Black Church. Continue with The Black Tower, The White Tower, Ecaterina’s Gate and the Rope’s Street, the third narrowest street in Europe. Check-in at your centrally located hotel.
Sibiu – Bran – Brasov (cca. 190km)
45 minutesAdmission included
Sibiu – Bran – Brasov (cca. 190km)
With a history of almost 600 years, The Black Church is the City symbol of Brasov. Modeled after the famous Saint Sebaldus Church from Nurnberg, the church took almost 100 years to be designed and built in order for each detail of the Gothic architecture to be included and perfectly made until the last detail.
Brasov – Sinaia – Bucharest (cca 200km)
1 hourAdmission included
Brasov – Sinaia – Bucharest (cca 200km)
Travel to Sinaia, one of the most popular mountain resorts in Romania, and visit the Peles Castle. Considered by many one of the most stunning castles in Europe, The Peles Castle is a masterpiece of German new-Renaissance architecture. Commissioned by King Carol I in 1873, the castle served as the summer residence of the royal family until 1947.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 3+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-3 days before