Romania Tour - Grandeur of Bucharest and Tales of Transylvania
Romania Tour - Grandeur of Bucharest and Tales of Transylvania
Romania Tour - Grandeur of Bucharest and Tales of Transylvania
8 Days Starting and ending in Bucharest, Romania
Visiting: Bucharest, Sinaia, Brasov, Sighisoara
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TTROA
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
16-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Titan with any specific dietary requirements
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Romania with our "Romania Tour - Grandeur of Bucharest and Tales of Transylvania." Begin your adventure with a VIP door-to-door travel service to Bucharest, where you'll explore the city's rich history and stunning architecture, including a guided visit to the Palace of the Parliament. Enjoy free time to discover Bucharest's hidden gems or join optional excursions. Marvel at the neo-Renaissance beauty of Peles Castle and savor a wine tasting at the prestigious Azuga Wine Cellar. Wander through the charming town of Brasov, visit the fortified church in Viscri, and delve into the medieval streets of Sighisoara. Conclude your tour with a private evening visit to the iconic Bran Castle, known as Dracula's Castle, before returning home with memories to last a lifetime.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: Bucharest
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Titan‘s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home, for your flight to Bucharest.
Day 2 : 2
Location: Bucharest
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Romania‘s capital city is a trove of great museums, stroll-worthy parks and tempting eateries. Its turbulent political past is plain to see from the severe Stalinist architecture - but the organic curves of 17th and 18th-century churches and graceful La Belle Époque-style villas can be found hushed away in hidden corners.
We waste no time in peeling back the layers of Bucharest‘s history with a full-day tour, encompassing all the highlights including the beautifully restored historic centre. We‘ll also enjoy a guided visit of the Palace of the Parliament.
Day 3
Location: Bucharest
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Today is free for you to explore the city under your own steam. Perhaps revisit some of the magnificent sites from yesterday‘s tour - or make your own discoveries. Seek out some of the city‘s charming treasures - we love Cărturești Carusel, one of the world‘s most beautiful bookshops. Or perhaps stop for a taste of the local fare - juicy mici-pork rolls and aubergine salad are typical Romanian dishes.
Alternatively, you could join our optional excursion to former President Ceausescu's Palace and the open-air National Museum of the Village.
Day 4
Location: Sinaia
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch
Peles Castle - the summer residence of the Royal Family - is a neo-Renaissance masterpiece. Sharp spires, timber-framed panels, and detailed brickwork surrounded by thick forest in every shade of green - you‘ll be forgiven for thinking you‘ve walked straight into the pages of a storybook. But the inside is even more impressive, with every corner lavished in silk rugs, Murano glass and polished marble. We‘ll enjoy a guided tour this morning.
Romania might not be the first country that springs to mind when you think of fine wines, but it‘s known for its aromatic whites and full-bodied reds - and today we‘ll be treated to a sparkling wine tasting and lunch at one of the country‘s most prestigious wineries. Nestled among the majestic Carpathian Mountains, the award-winning Azuga Wine Cellar offers incredible scenery as well as an interesting history as the official supplier of the Romanian Royal Family.
Day 5
Location: Brasov
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Imagine a huddle of pastel-coloured baroque buildings encircling a sun-bathed pedestrianised square. Shoppers bustle from store to store browsing fabrics and local handicrafts, the sound of chatter and clinking glasses rings in the air from alfresco eateries. The forested Mount Tampa in the distance is stamped with ‘Brasov‘ in huge white letters. It‘s a delightful scene and it draws travellers from all over who want to simply ‘be‘ here.
We spend the whole day exploring this charming town together. We start with a guided visit to Prejmer fortified church; a superbly preserved complex encircling a Gothic church - the walls are an impressive 4.5-metres thick. This afternoon we discover the medieval parts of Brasov, including the Black Church, Rope Street and the Schei district as part of our guided tour.
Please note: Due to opening times, our 13 October 2022 departure will visit the Black Church on day 7.
Day 6
Location: Sighisoara
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
The white walls of the Saxon village of Viscri are set against miles of vibrant green pastures. Best known for its white fortified church, Viscri is also an excellent example of traditional rural Transylvania and we‘ll spend some time getting to know the area before continuing to Sighisoara.
Walking through Sighisoara‘s twist of medieval streets is a tranquil, fairytale-like experience; you‘ll feel utterly transported. But it wasn‘t always this peaceful and idyllic. In fact, its towers were once packed with weapons and emergency supplies in anticipation of Turkish attacks. We‘ll spend the whole day exploring and learning about the history here - including the medieval weapon collection, Vlad the Impaler‘s native house and the torture chamber.
This evening we‘ll enjoy a special dinner with wine tasting and a live folklore show at a local restaurant.
Day 7
Location: Brasov
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
The morning is yours to spend as you please. Perhaps delve deeper into the secrets of Brasov‘s medieval old town or you might like to join an optional private visit to the nearby Libearty Bear Sanctuary - the largest animal welfare project in Europe.
Later this afternoon we take our much-anticipated visit to Bran Castle, or Dracula‘s Castle as it has come to be known. Perched on a headland above Bran, you‘ll see the castle‘s conical towers rise above the thick green forest as we approach - and it‘s simply thrilling. Our evening visit means we‘ll have the castle completely to ourselves for a private guided tour. You‘ll wind up the narrow staircases, wander through creaky-floored corridors and admire grand rooms decorated with bearskin rugs and antiques. It‘s undoubtedly atmospheric, but there‘s no whiff of vampires here. Our guide will explain the castle‘s history - dating back to the 14th century - before a traditional Romanian feast in the restaurant below.
Day 8
We transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
What's Included
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VIP door-to-door travel service
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home, for your flight to Bucharest.
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Full-day tour of Bucharest
A full-day tour of Bucharest, including a guided visit of the Palace of the Parliament.
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Guided tour of Peles Castle
A guided tour of Peles Castle, the summer residence of the Royal Family.
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Wine tasting and lunch at Azuga Wine Cellar
A sparkling wine tasting and lunch at Azuga Wine Cellar, nestled among the Carpathian Mountains.
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Guided visit to Prejmer fortified church
A guided visit to Prejmer fortified church, a superbly preserved complex encircling a Gothic church.
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Exploration of Brasov
A guided tour of the medieval parts of Brasov, including the Black Church, Rope Street, and the Schei district.
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Visit to Viscri and Sighisoara
Exploration of Viscri and Sighisoara, including a special dinner with wine tasting and a live folklore show.
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Private guided tour of Bran Castle
A private guided tour of Bran Castle, followed by a traditional Romanian feast in the restaurant below.
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Return airport transfer
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK, with a Titan vehicle waiting for the journey home.
What's Not Included
Optional excursions such as the visit to former President Ceausescu's Palace and the open-air National Museum of the Village, and the private visit to the Libearty Bear Sanctuary.
Mode of Transport
Transport includes VIP door-to-door travel service and flights to and from Bucharest.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of travel service is provided at the start and end of the tour?
Titan's VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Bucharest and will be waiting for you upon your return to the UK for the journey home.
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What can I expect to see on the full-day tour of Bucharest?
The full-day tour of Bucharest includes all the highlights of the city, such as the beautifully restored historic centre and a guided visit to the Palace of the Parliament.
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Are there any optional excursions available during the tour?
Yes, on Day 3, you can join an optional excursion to former President Ceausescu's Palace and the open-air National Museum of the Village. Additionally, on Day 7, there is an optional private visit to the nearby Libearty Bear Sanctuary.
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What is special about the visit to Peles Castle?
Peles Castle is a neo-Renaissance masterpiece and the summer residence of the Royal Family. The guided tour will showcase its sharp spires, timber-framed panels, detailed brickwork, and lavish interiors adorned with silk rugs, Murano glass, and polished marble.
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What kind of experience can I expect at the Azuga Wine Cellar?
At the Azuga Wine Cellar, you will enjoy a sparkling wine tasting and lunch. The cellar is nestled among the Carpathian Mountains and is known for its aromatic whites and full-bodied reds. It also has an interesting history as the official supplier of the Romanian Royal Family.
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What will we explore in Brasov?
In Brasov, you will explore the charming town, starting with a guided visit to Prejmer fortified church. The tour will also cover the medieval parts of Brasov, including the Black Church, Rope Street, and the Schei district.
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What historical sites will we visit in Sighisoara?
In Sighisoara, you will explore the medieval streets and learn about its history, including visits to the medieval weapon collection, Vlad the Impaler's native house, and the torture chamber.
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What makes the visit to Bran Castle unique?
The visit to Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's Castle, is unique because it is scheduled for the evening, allowing for a private guided tour. You will explore the castle's narrow staircases, creaky-floored corridors, and grand rooms, followed by a traditional Romanian feast in the restaurant below.
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Do I have to pay a Single Supplement?
In most cases a single supplement will apply. If the price for a Single room for sole occupancy is not shown, please ask our team for details and we will be able to check the details for you.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We've been taking our customers across the world on escorted tours for more than 40 years
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Our commitment to sustainable travel is part of our ethos. We love exploring the world and hope that, alongside our customers, we can be part of a bigger change in respecting the people and wildlife on our planet and minimising the impact we have on our environment.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
With some COVID-19 rules and restrictions still in place there are a few details that you need to know. This information is subject to change. It’s your responsibility to monitor changes and ensure you fulfil all relevant criteria for travel. Rest assured that we’re on hand to help and answer any questions you might have.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You’ll receive your Final holiday documents via email approximately 14 days prior to your departure.
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