Escorted Tours
Upon arrival at Bucharest Airport, you will be welcomed by your Guide and transferred to the Hotel for check-in. Dinner and overnight in Bucharest. Meals: Dinner
This morning, we depart our hotel to Sinaia and visit Peleș Castle, the Summer Residence of the Royal Family. In 1866 the first King of the Hohenzollern Dynasty came to Romania and decided to build a Castle in Sinaia on the Banks of the Peleș River, in the German Renaissance style, so that it would remind him of his home Country. Not far away from the Castle you will find the Sinaia Monastery, which was built by Orthodox Monks who came from the Sinai Peninsula. Afterwards, we will travel to our hotel in Predeal for our overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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This morning, we depart from Predeal and drive to Prejmer Fortified Church, which is an impressive example of Saxon Defensive architecture. Explore the massive defensive walls and the historic interior, which brings the region’s history to life. Next, visit Harman Fortified Church, known for its watchtowers and beautifully preserved Medieval architecture, giving a vivid impression of the life and faith of the Transylvanian Saxons. Afterwards, we continue to Râșnov to visit the Râșnov Fortified Church and Râșnov Castle, built in 1215 by the Teutonic Knights on a Hill about 150 m high. The Castle features ten Watchtowers, is protected by an Earthen wall and offers panoramic views during a Tour. A walk through the Gardens of Râșnov Castle is also possible. In the afternoon, visit Bran and the famous Dracula Castle, a 14th Century towered Fortress that served the inhabitants of Kronstadt, 'Brașov', as protection against the Ottomans. It impresses with its narrow passages, historic rooms and legendary atmosphere. We will return to Predeal in the late afternoon. A day full of history, medieval architecture and incomparable views of Transylvania. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, enjoy a day trip to Sibiu. Sibiu is known as a City of Culture shaped by the Centuries old traditions of different peoples, which was one of the main reasons it was appointed as European Capital of Culture in 2007. Most of the buildings, squares, towers and bastions of the City are testimony to a history that dates back eight and a half Centuries when German settlers founded the Town. Highlights include the Large and Small Squares with various Merchants’ and Craftsmen’s houses, the Brukenthal Palace (exterior visit), the Catholic Church from the Monarchy period and the Orthodox Cathedral. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, enjoy a day trip to Brașov. Brașov was founded in the 13th Century by the Knights of the Teutonic Order. The main sights include the Black Church with its Buchholz Organ (interior visit), the Medieval City Wall around the historic Old Town with stylish late Medieval Townhouses, the Council Square, the unique Rope Street, the Catherine Gate and the small hidden Orthodox Church in the City Centre. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, enjoy a day trip to Sighișoara. Sighișoara is the best preserved inhabited early Medieval Town in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The historic centre is surrounded by Fortifications and Towers of the 12th Century Saxon Citadel. There is also a small Weapons Museum and a torture exhibit. You will visit the Birthplace of Prince Dracula and the Clock Tower. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, we depart our hotel in Predeal and travel to Bucharest. The Cityscape is characterised by a diverse mix of architectural styles in a compact area. Highlights include the Triumph Arch, Victoriei Street with the Enescu Museum, the former National Theatre, the Athenaeum, the Royal Palace, Kretzulescu Church, Hanul lui Manuc (Caravanserai), the Palace of Parliament, the Cathedral of the Salvation of the People (interior visit), the Military Academy and Cismigiu Park. Visit the Village Museum and the Old Princely Court of Vlad Țepeș in the Old Town. The day concludes with a Festive Dinner and Folklore Program at Hanul lui Manuc Restaurant. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, enjoy some time free at leisure, before being transferred to Bucharest Airport for your onward journey. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (kp)
