Best of Romania and the Danube Delta
Overview
Highlights
- Hike in the forested mountains of Transylvania and visit legendary Bran Castle
- Discover the painted monasteries and ancient traditions of the Maramures
- Explore the labyrinth of channels and lakes in the Danube Delta aboard a floating hotel
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Itinerary
Our trip begins in Bucharest. It is Romania's largest city and became the capital in 1832. It has gone through a period of urban renewal and modernisation and it is now a bustling city, at the centre of Romanian culture, art and media. For those arriving on time ou...
After our Leader does an initial welcome meeting, we leave the city and head into the Transylvanian countryside, stopping firstly in Sinaia, known as the 'pearl of the Carpathians'. You will have the opportunity to visit Pelisor Palace to see this fine example of an A...
We'll drive to the city of Brasov. Its old town still has its medieval walls, a town hall and several churches dating from the 14th - 18th centuries. There are also the ruins of an old citadel. Brasov is one of the most historic cities of Transylvania with its old bui...
Leaving Bistrita this morning, we drive pass high forested hills and fertile valleys dotted with orchards and meadows. We reach the village of Sapanta about two and a half hours later and here we go to see the Merry Cemetery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Each gravest...
There are few settlements in Europe that remain so untouched that bears still roam freely in the forests. Today we enter such a region, as we take the narrow gauge railway from Viseu de Sus up the Vasar Valley to Novat. We chug slowly through the valley passing huge e...
Leaving Borsa by chairlift, we walk up onto the mountain ridge. We walk along the ridge top and if possible (depending on whether the shephards are on this mountain at the time) we will stop at a shepherd's hut where we may be invited to sample some fresh sheep's chee...
We include a visit to Sucevita Monastery, the largest of the monasteries in the Bucovina region, with massive towers and stone walls protecting the inner buildings, which are decorated with portraits of historical legends and biblical scenes. There is an excellent sma...
This morning we drive for about four hours to the ancient port of Tulcea, the so-called 'gateway to the delta'. Here we board our pontoon - a barge style vessel resembling a large house boat - that will serve as both our transport and our floating accommodation while ...
The Danube Delta - over 4,000 square kilometres in all - is one of the great glories of Europe. It is a premier wildlife sanctuary and paradise for birdwatchers and photographers alike. We spend the day aboard the pontoon and smaller boats to give us the opportunity o...
We spend the morning cruising back to Tulcea, and after our last lunch on board we will drive back to Bucharest, which takes us about four and a half hours and we'll arrive in the early evening. You're then free to have dinner and spend your final evening in the capital.
Meals Provided : Breakfast & Lunch
This morning our Leader will take us to explore Romania's capital, which a remarkable blend of turn of the century elegance and communist excess. Situated on the Danube Plain and set amid a series of lakes and spacious gardens, remnants of more gracious days still exi...
The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Bucharest. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Bucharest at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you would...
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Explore! Reviews & Ratings
David
Oct 2024
Best of Romania and the Danube Delta
Brasov, Sigishoara and painted monasteries were my highlights of this tour but I also felt I got a good overview of Romanian geography and history from a very good t...
Lesley
Aug 2024
Best of Romania and the Danube Delta
The trip covered a lot of Romania and gave us a good overview of the country. It was quite varied, including historic towns, historic and painted churches and castl...
Trusted Customer
Aug 2024
Best of Romania and the Danube Delta
A great holiday in a fascinating country with an outstanding tour guide.
Trusted Customer
Aug 2024
Best of Romania and the Danube Delta
Great holiday. Full of variety. Good informative guide.
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