Classic Romania Tour (small group)

On the second day, we leave Bucharest for the beautiful region of Transylvania. Our first stop is the Curtea de Arges Monastery, nestled at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains. We then journey through the Olt Valley to the Cozia Monastery. In the afternoon, we explore Sibiu, the European Capital of Culture in 2007. Here, we visit the Main Square, the Brukenthal Museum, the Roman Catholic Cathedral, and cross the famous Bridge of Lies. The day concludes with an overnight stay in Sibiu.

Day three takes us to Sibiel, a quaint Transylvanian village, followed by a visit to Alba Carolina, the largest fortress in Romania. After lunch, we head to the Turda salt mine, a subterranean wonder that offers otherworldly views. The day concludes in Cluj-Napoca, the city of arts, where we spend the night.

Day four begins with a city tour of Cluj-Napoca, visiting the St Michael’s Gothic Cathedral, the Banffy Palace, and the Mirror Street. We then head to Maramureș, a region resembling a fascinating open-air museum. Here, we visit Breb, one of the best-preserved traditional villages in Maramures. After a traditional Romanian lunch, we visit the Merry Cemetery in Săpânța. The day concludes with an overnight stay in Sighetu Marmatiei.

Day six takes us to Biertan, the largest fortified church in Transylvania, and Sighișoara, the only inhabited medieval fortress included in UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. After lunch with a local family, we visit Viscri village, where Prince Charles has a restored traditional house. We end the day in Brasov, a city founded by the Teutonic Knights, where we spend the night.

Day seven starts with a walking tour of Brasov, visiting the Council Square, Rope Street, and the Black Church. We then visit Bran Castle, more commonly known as Dracula's Castle. After lunch, we head to Sinaia to visit the Orthodox Monastery and Peles Castle, the splendid Gothic style castle built by the first king of Romania. We end the day in Bucharest, where we spend the night.