12 Day Classic Romania

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3 Bucharest, 2 Sibiu, 1 Targu Mures, 2 Piatra Neamt, 2 Brasov
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit the gigantic Palace of the Parliament, the second largest administrative building in the world Tour Cozia Monastery, one of the most important structures of national medieval art in Romania Enjoy a walking tour of Sibiu, with its impressive Old Town Astra open-air Museum, Europe's largest open-air ethnographic museum Explore the Calnic Fortified Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site Discover Sighisoara, one of Romania's most charming medieval towns Visit Teleki-Bolyai Library, founded at the end of the 18th century, one of the oldest libraries in Transylvania Tour medieval Bran Castle, made famous by Bram Stoker's novel Dracula Romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

What's this trip about?

    3 Bucharest, 2 Sibiu, 1 Targu Mures, 2 Piatra Neamt, 2 Brasov

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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End CityOperator does not provide

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  • Cultural
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Trip includes

    • Round trip flights New York-Bucharest, Bucharest-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 10 nights accommodations
    • 3 nights Bucharest 2 nights Sibiu 1 night Targu Mures 2 nights Piatra Neamt 2 nights Brasov Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 17 meals: 10 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Services of English-speaking local guides Entrance fees per itinerary

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for Romania
Depart for Romania

DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Bucharest
Arrive in Bucharest, the capital of Romania. Transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a light dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM Overnight: Bucharest Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Saturday - Bucharest City Tour
The tour begins at the impressive Palace of the Parliament. Then, head to Revolution Square before continuing north to view Bucharest's Arch of Triumph, built to commemorate the bravery of Romanian soldiers who fought in WWI. The balance of the day is at leisure or, join...
DAY 4, Sunday - Cozia Monastery, Sibiu Old Town
Journey along the Wallachian Plains and through the Olt Valley into the historical region of Transylvania. On the way, stop to visit Cozia Monastery. See original frescoes and the tomb of the ruler Mircea cel Batran, who built the monastery in the late 1300s. In the afte...
DAY 5, Monday - Astra Open-Air Museum, Citadel Alba Carolina, Calnic Church
Head outside the city for a visit to the Astra open-air Museum. This collection of traditional farmhouses, thatched cottages, and artisans' workshops offers insight into traditional Romanian village life. Afterward, drive to historical Alba Iulia to visit the Alba Caroli...
DAY 6, Tuesday - Bietran, Medieval Sighisoara
This morning, travel further into the heart of Transylvania, passing by Saxon towns and villages, viewing their unique architecture. Stop in Biertan, an authentic Saxon village and visit the imposing fortified Gothic church. Later, discover Sighisoara, a UNESCO World Her...
DAY 7, Wednesday - Targu Mures City Tour, Travel to Piatra Neamt
The day begins with a morning city tour of Targu Mures. Visit the Art Deco Palace of Culture. View the intricate mahogany woodwork, frescoes, and Italian marble staircase. Tour the Great Hall used for concerts and the celebrated Hall of Mirrors. Continue to Teleki-Bolyai...
DAY 8, Thursday - Full Day in Piatra Neamt
Spend the day at leisure or perhaps, join the full day optional tour to the famous Painted Monasteries of Humor, Voronet & Neamt. Visit Bukovina's monasteries, among the most unique in all Christendom and whose exteriors are coated in beautiful 15th and 16th-century ...
DAY 9, Friday - Onesti, Brasov City Tour
Today, travel back to Transylvania. On the way, stop to visit Onesti, the birthplace of famous gymnast and five-time Olympic gold medalist Nadia Comaneci. Tour the school where she studied and trained. Afterward, cross the Carpathian Mountains and travel through Covasna ...
DAY 10, Saturday - Prejmer Fortified Church, Bran Castle
Begin your day with a visit to Prejmer Fortified Church, a UNSCO World Heritage Site. The church was founded by Teutonic Knights and features a sophisticated defensive system. Next, drive to Bran and visit the medieval Bran Castle, shrouded by mystery and legend. The cas...
DAY 11, Sunday - Peles Castle, Bucharest
This morning, stop in Sinaia, en route to Bucharest. Here, visit the romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania's first royal family. The castle is a masterpiece of German Neo-Renaissance architecture. Its 160 rooms are decorated with the finest examples o...
DAY 12, Monday - Depart Romania
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Price From $2,259
Price per day$188
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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