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5 Days Essential Transylvania
You may have heard about the mythical land of Transylvania from books, films or TV. But seeing, living and tasting it is an experience in itself. Its picturesque villages, pristine nature, wildlife and thousand year old history are surely worth a few days of your life.
This is a sketch of an ideal 5 days tour offering the experience of sharing the local life, eating with them, living in typical homes or just taking in the quiet and slow pace of life. Just ask and I will customize it for you.
Meeting Point
Your hotel/ airport
- The starting point of the tour can be either your hotel or the airport - arrivals terminal; you may want to include a day in the capital city Bucharest in which case you will be designed a special private one day tour and accommodation plus transfer to it; or just be whisked away directly to the highlands of Transylvania by private minivan. Entirely up to you..
DAY 1: Royal castle in the Carpathians
On the way to your first host, let's not forget what Transylvania is famous for. Stopping for a first visit is an ideal warm up for the days to come. Start with a breathtaking Royal summer residence hidden in the Carpathia forests. You will, of course, benefit of a private tour of the chateau.
Lunch at the castle
although barely leaving behind Royal ground, you will be excited to enjoy a lunch with a stunning view over the southern Carpathians, this time from an early 20th century princely residence. Haute cuisine a la carte and breathtaking panorama, that's all it takes.
Urban Transylvania
Not only the villages and castles made Transylvania its name, but also its fortified towns, starting with the late Middle Ages. One such town is Brasov, with its walled center still preserving the one of a kind atmosphere of the old Transylvanian feeling. Stories of invasions, fires, churches with majestic gothic lines and oddities.
Time to relax; check in
You have arrived. The day was long but fruitful and full of new things you've learned and a feeling of unexpected. You will be welcomed with a taste of local flavors; for those willing, local spirits will make a relaxing closing of day alongside exquisite dinner. Accommodation en suite in a boutique or traditional home with modern amenities & breakfast included.
DAY 2: In the heart of Transylvania - check out
Prepare to delve deeper into the Transylvanian feeling. After breakfast let us discover the unique edifices that made this land famous: its fortified churches. Keeping away the Mongol invasions at first, they proved to be very useful during the Ottoman sieges as well. Living quarters inside the walls in the shade of pure late gothic majestic churches complete the atmosphere. The peculiar and particular touches of such places are one of a kind and will be shown during your own private tour. Fun and wow inspiring, it is a morning well spent.
The Citadel
Winding roads over the highlands have taken us to one of the last inhabited Medieval gems of Europe. Sighisoara is a superbly preserved walled citadel, frequently picked out as the traveler's favorite place in Romania. I will show you around the town before enjoying a good lunch in the shade of ancient walls.
Wandering or horse riding
Now you have plenty of time to wander to your heart's content...or choose the horse riding in the hills, for the afternoon. Either on your previously booked horse (only for the experienced) or accompanied in a carriage. For the under 18 it is necessary a parent's presence. Please inquire and book in due time
Retiring for the night amongst the hills; check in
Another long day is getting close to its end. We will be hiding for the night on one of the most picturesque villages, surrounded only by the sound of the crickets and the smell of freshly cut grass. A good dinner and a glass of good local wine completes a perfect day.
DAY 3: Nature and culture
We are spending a full the day in the heart of historic Transylvania. And you get to chose what to do for the day, depending on the season: a specially prepared Transylvanian brunch at locals, an adventure in nature by walking over the grassy hills, attending a traditional festival of cheese or honey or exploring the ruins of a long forgotten castle while listening to stories about its days of glory. Please inquire..
The evening is for wine tasting at the castle
Close the day with a twilight tour of the vines of one of the most beautiful castles of the country followed by a wine tasting experience. Dinner by the candle light
DAY 4: Back to the city - check out
Leave the peaceful pace of the villages and explore a new destination, this time a colorful and picture perfect town established in the 12th century. We will be wandering through the old medieval squares and visit the most beautiful corners of Sibiu. Sit and enjoy the view over the squares while savoring your lunch.
Enjoy the ride; check in
Take the time to take in and enjoy what you are seeing. The minivan ride will take you to your host away in a shepherds' village outside Sibiu. A different vibe and ethnic background, a different Transylvania. have the afternoon and evening for yourselves and walk around the village; later you are invited to a dinner with a view.
DAY 5: The spectacular road - check out
Buckle up for one of the most spectacular rides you have ever been on. The amazing Transfagarasan road is a site to see and it will cross over to the other side of the Carpathians with an adrenaline rush. Very instagramable.
The royal necropolis
After lunch, one of Romania's historical and architectural jewels will make a great afternoon stop. find out the story of the Romanian Royalty and the long tradition of southern Romanian Christianity. One last stop to conclude an awesome time that will only leave you wanting more. Transylvania in a nutshell.
Ending Point
Bucharest hotel/ Otopeni Airport
Want to personalize this tour?
- Our tours can be customized according to your needs and preferences
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Inclusions & Exclusions
- licensed tour guide-driver and private assistance all throughout the tour;
- private transportation;
- private tours in all locations visited;
- accommodation with breakfast included;
- entrance fees;
- extra or optional activities chosen during the tour (ex: wine tastings)
- food, snacks, beverages, souvenirs;
- guide lunch & dinner;
- rough estimate needed: 250-300 USD for the whole tour
Tour Important Information
This is a sketch of an ideal tour of Transylvania for a group of 5 to 8 people for 5 days. It can be extended to up to 8 days, depending on the desired and previously agreed itinerary.
Please inquire before booking and I would be more than glad to assist you in building the perfect itinerary for you, your friends and your family.
It includes private licensed tour guide-driver and private tours in the various [places visited during the tour.
The price is an estimate per person in a group of 8 and can suffer modifications according to available accommodation and duration of tour.
Important message from the guide
I can offer guided tours all over Romania, covering the various regions of interest.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
