Communism Era Expedition

Unveil Romania’s past on this captivating journey. Explore Bucharest’s historic landmarks, delve into Ceausescu’s legacy, visit poignant memorials, discover industrial heritage, and end near Dracula’s Castle.

Day 1: Arrival in Bucharest

Check into your hotel.
Bucharest tour: Palace of the Parliament, Revolution Square, Central Committee headquarters. Optional stroll in Cismigiu Park or visit Antipa Museum.
Dinner with traditional Romanian dishes.
Overnight in Bucharest.

Day 2: Ceausescu’s Legacy

Visit the Museum of Communism.
Explore Cotroceni Palace and the Gulag Memorial.
Visit Peasant Museum to see traditional rural life.
Overnight in Bucharest.

Day 3: Communism Outside Bucharest 

Depart to Sighetu Marmatiei (Estimated travel time: 8 hours).
Visit the Sighet Memorial Museum and the Memorial of the Victims of Communism and of the Resistance.
Visit to the Elie Wiesel Memorial House in Sighetu Marmatiei.
Explore the former political prison of Aiud.
Overnight in Sighetu Marmatiei. 

Day 4: Industrial Heritage and Propaganda

Visit the Communist Consumer Museum in Timisoara (Estimated travel time: 6 hours).
Explore former industrial areas of Resita or Petrosani.
Visit a collective farm to learn about agricultural collectivization.
Overnight in Timisoara.

Day 5: Brasov Exploration

Travel to Brasov (Estimated travel time: 6 hours).
Visit the Communism Museum and enjoy a thrilling Dacia ride experience.
Explore the charming Old Town of Brasov.
Overnight in Brasov.

Day 6: Bran Castle and Departure

En route back to Bucharest, stop at Bran Castle, known as Dracula’s Castle (Estimated travel time: 3 hours).
Transfer to the airport for departure.