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Private tours in Romania
13. Sighisora 3-day Tour.
Period: 3 days.
Distance: 710km.
Tariffs
Day 1.
Bucharest - Sinaia - Bran - Rasnov - Brasov - Sighisoara
In the morning, 8 o’clock, you’ll meet your guide in the hotel’s lobby.
You’ll be going straight toward Sinaia, also known as the “Carpathian Pearl”, where you’ll visit Peles Castle, the most beautiful castle in Romania, residence of the former royal family. Sinaia Monastery was the first building of this town, and is not far away from the castle.
Driving on the beautiful Prahova Valley, you will have an astonishing view over Bucegi Mountain, especially over the craggy Caraiman Massive with its Heroes’ Cross built in the memory of the soldiers who died in the First World War.
First stop in Transylvania is Bran Castle, the most famous castle of Romania. Located in the Barsa region, the Bran Castle is famous for the Dracula legend, but in reality has no link with the terrifying Count.
On the way to Brasov you’ll visit the peasant fortress of Rasnov. Built in the 14th century, the fortress, with its beautiful panoramic view, is a good occasion to see how the locals defended themselves against different invaders.
Further on, you’ll drive toward Brasov, a city founded by the Saxons, who colonized Transylvania in the 12-13th centuries. Here you’ll visit the old center, where you’ll admire the beautiful buildings such as the astonishing Black Church which was built in Gothic and Renaissance style. You’ll see the narrowest street in Romania, Rope Street, Schei and Catherine’s Gates, St. Nicholas Church, and the old Schei neighborhood.
From Brasov you’ll be transferred to Sighisoara where you’ll spend your night.
Accommodation in Sighisoara.
Day 2.
Sighisoara – Biertan – Medias – Sibiu
In the morning you’ll visit Sighisoara, the only inhabited medieval citadel in the world. With its narrow alleys, medieval houses, towers, ramparts and legends about Dracula, Sighisoara is a world-wide attraction for tourists. You’ll visit the symbol of Sighisoara, the Clock Tower, Casa Vlad Dracul (the house where Vlad the Impaler was born), School’s Staircase, Church on the Hill and the watching towers. Sighsiaoara is also the best place to find out more about the legend and history of Vlad the Impaler.
On the way toward Medias you are going to make a detour to visit one of the most valuable Saxon fortified churches, Biertan. The church was built on the site of a Catholic basilica between 1490 and 1524. It is an extensive Gothic building, with Renaissance and Baroque
elements. Since 1993 it is part of the UNESCO world heritage.
Next, you’ll head toward the medieval town of Medias, famous for its church defended by the citadel’s town. It is here Vlad the Impaler (Dracula) was imprisoned on his way to Buda (present-day Budapest). Another major attraction of Medias is the tower of Margareta Church, which has a deviation of 2m, resembling from this point of view with the famous Tower of Pisa.
Finally, you’ll reach the City of Sibiu. Leader of the Romanian culture throughout history,
Sibiu is known for its beautiful medieval streets, alleys, buildings, squares and passages. Sibiu displays the first iron bridge of Romania which has an interesting legend regarding its name. You’ll admire or visit places like Large Square, Small Square, Huet Square, Goldsmiths’ Square and Passage, Staircases’ Passage, the Evangelic Church, the Orthodox Cathedral. The highlight of the day will be the visit of the Evangelical Church’s tower, from where you’ll be able to admire the entire city.
Accommodation in Sibiu.
Day 3.
Sibiu - Cisnadie - Pitesti - Bucharest
In the morning you can enjoy a relaxing stroll, admiring the beautiful medieval buildings or the local life and visit Brukenthal Museum.
On the way to Bucharest we’ll make a small detour to visit the area of Marginimea Sibiului where you’ll visit and admire beautiful villages set on the feet of Cindrel Mountains.
Cisnadie is the first Saxon town visited in this area. Here you’ll admire The Evangelic Church, erected at the beginning of the 12th century like a Romanesque basilica with 3 naves. It is dedicated to St. Walpurga. Modified many times, the church lost its Romanesque aspect, today looking like a church built in Gothic style.
The last visit of this tour is Cozia monastery. Mircea the Elder, ruler of Walachia and grandfather of Vlad the Impaler (Dracula), built the monastery in the 14th century. Here you’ll have a chance to make yourself an idea about the famous painted monasteries of Bucovina. On the entrance wall of the church you’ll see an impressive “Last Judgment” fresco.
The road continues toward Bucharest where the tour ends.
| 1 person |
group of 2-3 persons |
group of 4-6 persons |
| 613 Euros/person |
326 Euros/person |
291 Euros/person |
Single Supplement: 46 Euro
The tariffs include:
- car with A/C
- English speaking guide/driver
- Fuel for the entire trip
- Transfers from/to hotels
- Accommodation for 2 nights in 3* hotels
- Accommodation for guide
- Breakfast each day
- Parking tickets
- Info folder & VAT, hotel taxes
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