Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Start/End Point: Bucharest Airport
Ideal Group Size: 6–16 pax
Trip Code: RO-HEARTRO
Price: 495 Euro/person/ in DBL; SGL occupancy: 550 Euro/person
Step into the soul of Romania on this 5-day cultural journey exploring medieval towns, breathtaking landscapes,
and rich local traditions. From the fortified churches of Transylvania to the wooden villages of Maramureș and
the painted monasteries of Bucovina, this tour offers an immersive experience accompanied by private transport
and handpicked accommodations.
Highlights
• Visit Viscri and Biertan, iconic Saxon villages with fortified churches
• Explore Sighișoara, Europe’s best-preserved medieval citadel
• Discover the spectacular Turda Salt Mine underground attraction
• Experience authentic Maramureș: wooden churches, Merry Cemetery, and local customs
• Admire the painted monasteries of Bucovina, UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• Overnight stays in quality hotels and a charming countryside manor
• Private transport with driver-guide and personalized service
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Bucharest
• Arrival at Henri Coandă (OTP) International Airport. • Accommodation: Hotel Cismigiu 4- – centrally located, elegant, and historic. Twin/Double Room with
breakfast included
• Depending on arrival time:
– Reservation at iconic Romanian restaurants: Caru’ cu Bere or Hanul lui Manuc. – Guided Walking Tour of Bucharest’s Old Town (best afternoon/evening due to weather).
Day 2: Castles on the Way to Brașov
• Morning departure towards Brasov. • Stop 1: Peleș Castle, Sinaia – Romania’s fairy-tale royal residence (2-hour guided visit-recommended
prebooked tickets). • Stop 2: Cantacuzino Castle, Bușteni – elegant Neo-Romanian style (1-hour visit).-recommended prebooked
tickets
• Continue to Brașov. • Accommodation: Hotel Bella Muzica 3- or similar
Day 3: Bran Castle & Brașov Exploration
• Morning: Drive to Bran Castle – guided tour with pre-arranged entrance.
• Lunch: Club Vila Bran – traditional Romanian food with panoramic views.
• Return to Brașov. Accommodation: Hotel Bella Muzica 3- or similar
• Optional: Guided Brasov city tour (Black Church, Council Square, Rope Street, Towers).
Day 4 Brașov → Viscri → Biertan → Sighișoara
• Early departure from Brașov
• Explore Viscri village: King Charles’ House, The BlackSmith & Viscri Fortified Church (entrance
included). Coffee and Funeral Cake at a local pastry.
• Visit Biertan Fortified Church, UNESCO-listed (entrance included)
• Arrive in Sighișoara for a walking tour of the Clock Tower, Covered Staircase, Church on the Hill, and
Vlad the Impaler’s birthplace
• Accommodation: Hotel Princess Sophia, Sighișoara or similar
Day 5 Sighișoara → Turda Salt Mine → Maramureș
• Depart to Turda Salt Mine, Europe’s spectacular underground site (entrance included)
• Continue to Maramureș, famous for wooden churches and living traditions
• Accommodation: Casa Ancuta, Botiza or similar
Day 6 Maramureș: Steam Train, Merry Cemetery, Bârsana Monastery
• Mocănița Steam Train ride
• Visit Merry Cemetery, Săpânța, known for its colorful and humorous tombstones (entrance included)
• Explore Bârsana Monastery, beautiful wooden monastery (entrance included) • Accommodation: Casa Ancuta, Botiza or similar
Day 7 Maramureș → Bucovina (Painted Monasteries) → Conacul Buzduganului
• Drive to Bucovina, land of painted monasteries
• Visit Voroneț Monastery, the “Sistine Chapel of the East” (entrance included)
• Explore Moldovița Monastery, UNESCO World Heritage Site (entrance included) • Accomodation at Conacul Buzduganului, Bacau or similar
Day 8 Conacul Buzduganului → Bucharest Airport
• Morning departure to Bucharest Henri Coandă Airport • Farewell to Romania — until next time!
Included
• Private transportation & driver-guide in comfortable 16-seater minibus
• Accommodation for 7 nights with breakfast included
• Entrance fees to: Viscri Fortified Church, Biertan Fortified Church, Turda Salt Mine, Merry Cemetery,
Mocănița Steam Train ride, Bârsana Monastery, Voroneț Monastery, Moldovița Monastery
• Assistance from the travel agency
Not Included
• International Flights
• Meals (reservations arranged, paid on-site)
• Personal expenses and anything not specified above
