10-Day Tour of Romania’s Historical Highlights
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 10-day journey through the heart of Romania, a country rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. This multi-day tour takes you from the vibrant city of Cluj-Napoca to the capital, Bucharest, with stops in charming villages, historical sites, and stunning landscapes. Experience the unique architecture of Cluj-Napoca, the preserved traditions of Maramures, the medieval charm of Sighisoara, and the cultural richness of Sibiu. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, taste local wines, and learn about Romania's history from local artisans and museums. With comfortable accommodation and delicious meals included, this tour offers an immersive and hassle-free exploration of Romania.
Included
All breakfasts, five light lunches and five dinners are included.
We indulge in fantastic home-cooked meals on this trip as we spend most nights staying with local families and in guesthouses. Breakfasts consist of homemade bread and cheeses plus a selection of locally sourced meats, salad and tea/coffee. The light lunches are prepared by guesthouses. Some days we have traditional vegetable soup for lunch with homemade crème fraiche and bread.
Dinners are usually two or three courses, centred around pork or chicken. Lots of guesthouses will prepare sarmale cu mamaliguta, a traditional Romanian dish of minced pork wrapped in pickled cabbage leaves and served with polenta and a chilli.
It’s not all about the food though; every household makes their own tuica (pronounced tsweeka), a spirit usually made from plums and flavoured with herbs from their garden or the surrounding area. This is usually drunk while being welcomed into the house and after dinner.
For this trip, we use an air-conditioned private bus, the size of which will depend on the group size, with a local driver.
Group normally 4 to 16, plus a local leader and driver. The local leader is with you from Day 1 until the evening of Day 9.
We stay in three-star hotels in the bigger cities. In the rural areas, we stay at family-run guesthouses. In some of the guesthouses, we sometimes have shared bathrooms (one bathroom for two rooms). In the smaller guesthouses, the rooms might be split over several guesthouses close to one another.
Please note: The guesthouse on Day 2 and 3 does not have wifi.
Destinations
Sibiu
Cluj-Napoca
Făgăraș
Rasnov
Brasov
Sighișoara
BucharestMap
Attractions
Biserica Fortificată Evanghelică CA Hosman Holzmengen
Peleș Castle
Cornet Monastery
Bârsana Monastery
The Clock Tower
Bran Castle
Ieud Hill Church
Poenari Citadel
Palace of the Parliament
Merry CemeteryDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Cluj-Napoca
- Cluj-Napoca
- Bucharest - Arrival day
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Your adventure begins in the vibrant city of Cluj-Napoca, a gem of Romania known for its unique blend of Western architectural influences from the Austro-Hungarian period. Depending on your arrival time, you might explore the city's beautiful streets and landmarks. Overnight stay at a comfortable hotel (or similar).
Day 2 – Day 2: Cluj-Napoca to Maramures
- Cluj-Napoca
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- Mănăstirea Rohița
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We depart Cluj-Napoca and journey towards Maramures, stopping for lunch in the picturesque village of Breb. Here, you can admire traditional wooden gates and houses. In the afternoon, we visit the UNESCO-listed Desesti Church. Our day concludes in Botiza, where we enjoy a weaving demonstration before dinner. Overnight at a local guesthouse (or similar).
Day 3 – Day 3: Exploring Maramures
- Sighetu Marmatiei
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- Bârsana Monastery
- Memorial to the Victims of Communism and of the Resistance
- Merry Cemetery
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Our exploration of Maramures continues with a visit to the Merry Cemetery in Săpânța, known for its colorful and humorous tombstones. We then head to Sighetu Marmatiei to visit the Memorial of the Communism Victims, a museum housed in a former political prison. In the afternoon, we marvel at the Barsana Monastery. Overnight at a local guesthouse (or similar).
Day 4 – Day 4: Sighetu Marmatiei to Sighisoara
- Sighișoara
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- Câmpia Libertății
- The Clock Tower
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We bid farewell to Maramures and travel south to Sighisoara. En route, we stop in Transylvania for a delightful wine tasting experience. Upon arriving in Sighisoara, you'll feel transported back in time as you wander through its medieval streets and admire the Tailor’s Tower. Overnight stay at a hotel (or similar).
Day 5 – Day 5: Sighisoara to Sibiu
- Sibiu
- Biertan
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- The Fortified Church of Biertan
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Today, we venture into the heart of Transylvania, visiting fortified churches and enjoying panoramic views of the countryside. We stop in the UNESCO-listed village of Biertan for lunch with a local family. Our journey concludes in Sibiu, a beautifully preserved medieval city. Overnight stay at a hotel (or similar).
Day 6 – Day 6: Sibiu to Viscri
- Lisa
- Făgăraș
- Viscri
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- Fortified Church
- Sâmbăta de Sus Monastery
- Poenari Citadel
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We drive through the scenic Fagaras Mountains, stopping at the ruins of the Carta Monastery and the Valtori Complex in Lisa. After a simple lunch with a local family, we arrive in Viscri. Here, we visit the tiny fortified church, restored with the help of The Prince’s Foundation. Overnight at a local guesthouse (or similar).
Day 7 – Day 7: Viscri to Magura via Brasov
- Brasov
- Viscri
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- Brașov Zoo
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We start the day with a walk through Viscri, visiting a blacksmith. We then travel to Brasov, a city rich in Saxon, Hungarian, and Romanian heritage. After exploring Brasov, we head to the village of Magura for dinner and an overnight stay at a local guesthouse (or similar).
Day 8 – Day 8: Magura and Bran Castle
- Bran
- Rasnov
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- Bran Castle
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Today, we visit the legendary Bran Castle, famously associated with Dracula. After a traditional lunch at a fortified church, we return to Magura for dinner and a campfire, weather permitting. Optional bear watching is available upon request. Overnight at a local guesthouse (or similar).
Day 9 – Day 9: Magura to Bucharest
- Bucharest
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- Peleș Castle
- Palace of the Parliament
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We head to Romania's capital, Bucharest, stopping at the stunning Peles Castle along the way. Upon arrival in Bucharest, we take a brief tour of the city, including a stop to view the Palace of Parliament. After checking into our hotel, we bid farewell to our local guide. Overnight stay at a hotel (or similar).
Day 10 – Day 10: Departure from Bucharest
- Bucharest - Departure day
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After breakfast, we prepare for our return journeys home. Alternatively, you may choose to extend your stay in Bucharest to further explore its rich history and vibrant culture.
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