11 days tour

Myths And Legends Of Transylvania

Myths And Legends Of Transylvania

This tour includes:

Transport

Private transportation everywhere you go ?

Others

Private transfers to and from the airport included. Every person attending our tours will receive a souvenir kit which combines authentic Romanian objects so that you can take a piece of it with you! The guide will take photos and videos for you and provide you with a digital album at the end of the tour.

Accommodation

All of our accommodations are carefully chosen to reflect our traveling style. Authentic locations, privately-owned, restored nobiliary villas, former castles or countryside guesthouses, which offer un unforgettable experience and give you a taste of true Romanian traditions, all while offering a 5-star comfortable stay. - 11 nights accommodation as follows: 2 nights in Bucharest, 2 nights in Brasov, 1 night in Viscri, 1 night in Sighisoara, 1 night in Biertan, 1 night in Hunedoara, 1 night in Sibiu, 1 night in Vidraru on Transfagarasan road.

Meals

Breakfast is included every day. We also offer snacks, energy-bars and water during traveling and all of the tasting experiences (local drinks, wine-tasting, food-tasting) included in your tour. We can discuss prior to your arrival in case you have dietary restrictions and make arrangements accordingly. As locals, we have the best recommendations when it comes to restaurants, so donโ€™t worry, you are in good hands! Although weโ€™d love to take you on an all-inclusive tour, we know everyone is different, so we donโ€™t include meals and drinks (lunch and dinner) in order to give you more flexibility. Lunch & Dinner excluded, except where mentioned specifically in the itinerary.

Guide

We pride ourselves with offering premium guidance everywhere we go. We have 5 years of experience as independent travel guides and working in the hospitality industry so we know what excellence service is all about. We never travel in big groups and we love questions and curiosity.

Not included:

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included and it is advised. Please let us know if you need any help with it.

Others

Any other activity not mentioned here, other souvenirs, lunch and dinner.

Optional

Every tour has optional activities that you can book, such as adventure trails, paragliding in the mountains and many more. They are very specific and depend on each and everyone of you. After you book the tour, we will provide you with a list of extra-activities and we can make it happen for you!

Flights

Our tours do not include the price of the flights, however we do offer full-assistance should you need it to make any travel arrangements or to book your flights.

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Itinerary of your trip Myths And Legends Of Transylvania

  • Day 1 Arrival Day Bucharest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival Day Bucharest

      This day is reserved for your arrival and it gives you some recovery time for your jetlag before the tour.

      It includes the private transfer from the airport and 1 night accommodation in Bucharest.

  • Day 2 Sinaia Peles Castle And Bran Castle
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Sinaia Peles Castle And Bran Castle

      Today we head to the fairytale Peles Castle in Sinaia, the former summer royal residence, discreetly nested in the mountains. After we awe at how modern kings and queens used to live, we get a different feeling as we arrive at the Bran Castle. With a rich and controversial history, we try to debunk the real mystery behind the fortress commonly known as โ€œDraculaโ€™s Castleโ€.

  • Day 3 Brasov And Rasnov Bear Sanctuary
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Brasov And Rasnov Bear Sanctuary

      We start the day with a visit to the Libearty Sanctuary nearby, which provides sustainable habitat and visiting conditions for an important part of wildlife in Transylvania โ€“ the brown bear. The journey continues and we reach Brasov, a former trading post city located right in the middle of the mountains. Here we walk through the narrowest street in the country, we visit the Black Church โ€“ an important turning point in religious affairs during medieval times โ€“ and we discover the foundation of the very first Romanian school.

  • Day 4 Viscri Village
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Viscri Village

      Today we head to Viscri, one of the most charming villages in Romania, that managed to preserve its authenticity and traditions so much that even Prince Charles visits almost every year. The 12th-century fortified church built by the Saxon community is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the monument is remarkable for its white color walls, that were strengthened several times to resist enemiesโ€™ invasions. Here, we have the opportunity to meet local artisans such as blacksmiths or bakers and to engage in a hands-on workshop with them. In the evening a farm-to-table dining experience awaits in a restored Saxon barn and we listen to the stories of their tumultuous medieval past.

  • Day 5 Rupea Fortress And Sighisoara Medieval Citadel
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Rupea Fortress And Sighisoara Medieval Citadel

      In the morning we gather our strength and take a quick hike up to Rupea Fortress, where we go back in time and immerse ourselves in the middle ages by experiencing hands-on the challenges of everyday life as a commoner.

      Later we arrive in Sighisoara, one of the most beautifully preserved inhabited citadels in the world! This UNESCO gem is home to medieval buildings, hidden chambers, burgher houses, towers and ornate churches full of myths and legends. It is here that Vlad the Impaler was born, who served as inspiration for one of the biggest legends in international folklore, Count Dracula. A must-see event that takes places every year here is the medieval festival, when, for a week, the old town is packed with knights, princesses, dances, performances and music. Also, on our way from Viscri to Sighisoara, we make a quick stop in Saschiz to visit the fortified church, also part of UNESCO Heritage List.

  • Day 6 Saxon Villages With Fortified Churches
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Saxon Villages With Fortified Churches

      We continue our adventure in Transylvaniaโ€™s countryside by visiting two historically important villages: Biertan and Malancrav. The first has the largest fortified church, dating back to the 15th century, that has a unique and complex door locking mechanism, a church organ with almost 1,300 pipes and a marital room where couples used to be locked until solving their problems. The second one is now home to the largest Saxon community in the country, dating back to the 14th century. We stop by to speak with local women artisans who specialize in weaving textiles and old stories.

  • Day 7 Alba Iulia Citadel And Corvin Castle
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Alba Iulia Citadel And Corvin Castle

      Our next stop is the Vauban citadel of Alba-Iulia, where we take a guided tour that depicts 2000 years of history, from ancient Roman times up to Romaniaโ€™s Union Day (hence the name similarity). People consider it the spiritual capital of the country with numerous historical events that have taken place here. A major point of interest are the local reenactment festivals of the Roman period, with displays of gladiator fights or live slave auctions. Later in the day we travel to Corvin Castle, the largest medieval castle in Romania and one of the most beautiful in Europe, built over 6 centuries ago in Renaissance-Gothic style. There are many legends linked to this place, one of it being the place where Vlad the Impaler was held prisoner by the Hungarians.

  • Day 8 Sibiu Medieval Town
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Sibiu Medieval Town

      Sibiu is one of the most important cultural centers in the country, being named the European Capital of Culture in 2007, Europeโ€™s 8th most idyllic place to live in by Forbes and the European Gastronomy Capital in 2019. It was formerly the center of Transylvanian Saxons and has a rich history as a major trading center. We take a walking tour of the townโ€™s many squares to observe the well preserved medieval fortifications, churches, German buildings, towers and bastions. This city is home to Astra National Museum of Folkloric Traditional Civilization, a startling travel through time, founded to define our own ethnic culture within the Austro-Hungarian Empire multiculturalism.

  • Day 9 Transfagarasan And Poenari Fortress
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Transfagarasan And Poenari Fortress

      Situated between Sibiu and Brasov, we find the small village of Carta, with one of the oldest Cistercian monasteries in Europe, built in the 12th century by monks that arrived here with the Teutonic Knights. Here we find out about its histories of invasions, destructions and how it became abandoned. On our way to the last legendary place of the tour, we drive on Top Gearโ€™s favorite road in the world: Transfagarasan highway, the passage between Transylvania and Wallachia, an entwined road that cuts right through the mountains. At the top we make a stop to revel in the breathtaking landscape around us while having a picnic of locally sourced food. The road finishes when we reach Poenari Fortress, the real outpost of Vlad the Impaler. 

  • Day 10 Targoviste - Bucharest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Targoviste - Bucharest

      We head back to Bucharest for the last day of our tour, but not before we stop by the Princely Court in Targoviste โ€“ the medieval capital and true seat of power during Vlad the Impaler.


      We get back to Bucharest and continue with a walking tour of the Old Town and discover the 500-year old history of the city โ€“ connected to Vlad the Impaler (Dracula) himself.

      Here weโ€™ll discover why Bucharest was formerly known as โ€œLittle Parisโ€ as we stroll through the cobblestone-paved streets and eclectic neighborhoods. We wrap up the day by dining in a medieval-style restaurant.

  • Day 11 Departure Day Bucharest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure Day Bucharest

      Today, we say goodbye, Romanian Thrills style and drop you off at the airport.

      You will be missed, but keep the travel spirit alive!

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 6 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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