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Transylvania and the Monasteries of Bucovina
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Key Information:
Tour Duration: 8 day(s)
Group Size: 2 - 8 people
Destination(s): Romania  
Specialty Categories: Cultural Journey  
Season: May - September
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: No
Minimum Per Person Price: 600 Euro (EUR)
Maximum Per Person Price: 770 Euro (EUR)


There are many tourist attractions in Romania: some are unique in the world, as the enchanting monasteries of Bucovina with their churches entirely covered with 16th century frescoes on the outside walls, appearing among hills and woods as an illustrated Bible open on all the pages.
If you are a Dracula fan, you wouldn't want to miss Dracula's Castle in Bran, the Borgo Pass or his birthplace in the medieval "Upper Town" of Sighisoara - they're all in Transylvania.

Day 1: Bucharest
Arrival at Bucharest airport in the afternoon. Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel. Check-in. In the afternoon walking tour in the city centre of Bucharest (subject to the flight schedule). Dinner and accommodation in a 3-star hotel.

Day 2: Bucharest - Curtea de Arges - Sibiu (288 km)
In the morning Bucharest panoramic sightseeing tour, then departure to Curtea de Arges, former capital of Wallachia. Visit the Episcopal Church where the Romanian Kings are buried. Lunch en route in Ramnicu Valcea. Drive along the picturesque Olt Valley to Cozia Monastery (visit) and Sibiu, one of the oldest towns in Transylvania - formerly Hermannstadt - founded by the Saxon colonists. Guided walking tour of the medieval town (the Main Square, the Evangelical Church, the Liars' Bridge etc.). Dinner and accommodation in a 3-star hotel.

Day 3: Sibiu - Sighisoara - Bistrita (253 km)
Morning drive to Biertan to visit the impressive fortified church. Drive on to Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad the Impaler ("Dracula"). Visit the medieval citadel (the "Upper Town"): the Clock Tower, the Church on the Hill etc. and lunch. Continue to Târgu Mures - visit of the elegant city centre well known for its architecture. Drive on to Bistrita - one of the 7 main medieval towns of "Siebenbürgen" (the German name for Transylvania). Dinner and accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Bistrita.

Day 4: Bistrita - Maramures - Campulung Moldovenesc (335 km)
Departure towards Maramures - a region most famous for its woodwork traditions and the unspoiled rural life. A trip to Maramures is in all seasons a superb adventure in the Picturesque Kingdom: visit the picturesque villages of Sacel, Dragomiresti and Rozavlea, with their wooden churches and porches. Visit the impressive monastery of Barsana. Lunch en route in a rural guesthouse. Afternoon visit the unique "Merry Cemetery" in Sapanta. Late afternoon drive across the Carpathians into Bucovina, with a stop in the Prislop Pass to admire the breathtaking scenery. Typical dinner with local dishes at the Sura Bucovineana restaurant.
Accommodation at the Zimbru Hotel*** in Câmpulung Moldovenesc.

Day 5: Campulung Moldovenesc - Monasteries - Piatra Neamt (232 km)
Full day in Bucovina - land of the unique painted monasteries belonging to the UNESCO World Heritage. Visit the Moldovita and Sucevita monasteries with outside frescoes. Lunch en route, then visit the famous monastery of Voronet, "the Sistine Chapel of the Orient". Late afternoon drive south to visit the Agapia monastery. Dinner and accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Piatra Neamt.

Day 6: Piatra Neamt - Brasov or Poiana Brasov (250 km).
Departure across the mountains to Brasov through the spectacular Bicaz Gorges - the Red Lake - Miercurea Ciuc. Lunch en route. Visit the beautiful fortified church of Prejmer. Late afternoon arrival in Brasov or Poiana Brasov. Check-in in a 3-star hotel. Dinner in a typical restaurant. Accommodation.

Day 7: Brasov - Bran - Bucharest (210 km).
Panoramic sightseeing tour and guided walking tour in the historical centre of Brasov (formerly Kronstadt), including a visit to the Black Church, then departure to Bran for a visit to "Dracula's Castle". Drive across the mountains to Sinaia. Lunch. Visit the Sinaia Monastery (1695) and the fabulous Peles Castle - former summer residence of the Royal family. Late afternoon drive to Bucharest. Upon arrival visit the outdoor Village Museum. Farewell dinner in a typical restaurant. Accommodation in a 3-star hotel.

Day 8: Bucharest.
In the morning free time in central Bucharest for visits and shopping (subject to the flight schedule) or transfer to the airport. End of our services.

Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.

Sharing a double room: 600 EURO
Single room supplement: 170 EURO

The above price includes:

• Accommodation 7 nights as per the program;
• Full board as specified in the program;
• Air-conditioned coach / minibus / van for all the above itinerary and program;
• English speaking guide throughout (for parties of 2-3 pax the guide will also drive);
• All entrance fees to museums, monasteries and sites included in the program;
• All Romanian taxes.

The above price does notincludes:

• Drinks (other than mineral water), coffee;
•Photographing or filming fees at the visited sites;
• Any tips.

This tour can also be operated at any other dates for groups or individuals

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