11-Day Tour of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Romania from Bucharest
Highlights
Transylvania, Bucharest, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Brasov
Locations Covered
Transylvania, Bucharest, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Brasov
architectural, historical, sightseeing
Private Tour
11 Days
Easy
English
Description
Explore the rich past of Romanian historical sites and monuments recorded in the UNESCO World Heritage list. Impressive medieval castles, wooden churches, and painted monasteries await you on this exciting 11-day excursion. Also, take a ride on the Mocanita steam train, a boat ride in the Danube Delta, and admire the natural beauty of Romania!
Itinerary
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Day 1: Explore Bucharest
- After you check in, start exploring Bucharest. Discover the Old City, Stavropoleos Church, Village Museum, Palace of the Parliament, the second biggest building in the world after Pentagon, and other sights.
- Overnight in Bucharest.
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Day 2: Visit famous monuments in Sibiu
- Head to Sibiu medieval town in Transylvania, and visit Large Square, Small Square, Council Tower, Lutheran Church, Catholic Church, Orthodox Cathedral, Bridge of Lies, etc.
- Overnight in Sibiu.
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Day 3: Head to Alba lulia, stopping by Sarmisegetuza Regia and Corvin Castle
- Visit Sarmisegetuza Regia, the Capital of Dacia that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- After that, we will drive to Corvin Castle, one of the most impressive medieval castles in Europe. In the evening, we will reach Alba Iulia citadel.
- Overnight in Alba Iulia.
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Day 4: Head to Maramures, and visit Desesti and Budesti Churches
- Head to Maramures, and stop by the Turda Salt Mine.
- Before reaching our accommodation base in Breb Village, visit Desesti and Budesti Churches, UNESCO Heritage Sites.
- Overnight in Breb Village.
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Day 5: Take a ride on Mocanita Steam Train, and visit Barsana and Ieud
- Take a beautiful ride on the Mocanita steam train with the Romanian tour guide.
- On our way back, visit Barsana and Ieud, wooden churches, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Overnight in Breb Village.
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Day 6: Visit painted monastries of Moldovita, Sucevita, Humor and Voronet
- Move to Bucovina and visit a few painted monasteries: Moldovita, Sucevita, Humor, and Voronet, all registered in UNESCO World Heritage.
- In the evening, reach Gura Humorului, where we will accommodate for overnight stay.
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Day 7: Stop by Sighisoara Citadel and Biertan Fortified Church
- Head to Transylvania, and stop by Sighisoara Citadel and Biertan Fortified Church, UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Overnight in Sighisoara.
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Day 8: Explore the fortified church in Viscri Saxon village
- Head to Viscri Saxon village, a UNESCO World Heritage site, for the fortified church which has stood there for more than 700 years.
- Visit Brasov medieval village for overnight accommodation.
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Day 9: Visit Bran Castle and head to Tulcea City
- In the morning, visit Bran Castle, famous because of the Dracula legend.
- From Brasov, go straight to Tulcea City where we will arrive in the afternoon.
- Enjoy the Danube river in Tulcea with a nice walk.
- Overnight in Tulcea.
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Day 10: Enjoy a boat ride in Danube Delta, before returning to Bucharest
- After breakfast, take a boat ride in the Danube Delta, the only natural sight from Romania included in the UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy narrow channels, wildlife, birds, animals, remote villages, and a traditional meal based on fresh fish in one of the Delta villages.
- Return to Bucharest and stay overnight.
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Day 11: Head back to Bucharest Airport
- Head to the airport.
What's Included
What's Excluded
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.