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Discover Medieval Transylvania Small Group Tour - 7 days

7 days
Start and end in Bucharest
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5 traveler reviews
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 7
Ages 12+
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Highlights

  • Explore the medieval Corvin Castle
  • Tour Sibiu, a cultural capital of Europe
  • Visit the UNESCO site of Sighișoara
  • Discover Bran Castle, the home of Dracula
  • Hike through the scenic Transylvanian villages

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Bucharest airport – Sibiu
  2. Day 2 Explore the Magnificent Corvin Castle
  3. Day 3 Astra Museum, Biertan & Sighișoara
  4. Day 4 Viscri, Rupea Fortress & Brașov
  5. Day 5 Peles Castle, Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress day tour
  6. Day 6 Romanian Authentic Mountain Villages
  7. Day 7 Transfer to Bucharest airport
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Active Travel

5.0
(11 reviews)

Number of tours

6

Age Range

12 to 89 years old

Response time

9 hours

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  • 5.0
  • Discover Medieval Transylvania Small Group Tour - 7 days reviewer 1
    · September 16th, 2025
    Absolutely fabulous tour! Our guide, Charlie, was wonderful! He was charming, funny and informative!
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    Active Travel commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your excellent review, Wendy! ???? We’re delighted to hear you had an absolutely fabulous experience on our Discover Medieval Transylvania Small Group Tour – 7 days. We’re delighted that Charlie made such a positive impression –... Show more
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    Trip date: September 2025
  • Discover Medieval Transylvania Small Group Tour - 7 days reviewer 2
    · August 13th, 2025
    The tour was fascinating... Especially because of the insights and information provided by Tiberiu. The accommodation was good, everything was seamless. It will be an unforgettable experience
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    Active Travel commented on this review
    Thank you so much, Shalini, for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found Tiberiu’s insights enriching. It’s great to know that the accommodations and overall experience met your expectations. We hope the memories... Show more
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    Trip date: August 2025
  • JP
    · September 25th, 2024
    I had a great experience. Active Travel was very hands on and picked great sites to visit (historical and food). My guide's name was Charlie and he was awesome. He was very knowledgeable, professional, polite, and overall caring about the experience. He was willing to accommodate everyone. Again I had a great experience and would recommend this tour.
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    Active Travel commented on this review
    We thank you so much for reviewing our guide and our Discover Medieval Transylvania Small Group Tour, Joseph! Indeed, the experience is great, especially having with you my good friend and guide, Charlie!
    Trip date: September 2024
  • OG
    · September 16th, 2023
    The tourist guide was excellent.
    Active Travel commented on this review
    We thank you so much for reviewing our Discover Medieval Transylvania Small Group Tour - 7 days, Octavio.
    Trip date: September 2023
  • KJ
    · June 27th, 2023
    Pack your walking shoes for this amazing...
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    Active Travel commented on this review
    Thank you so much for reviewing our guide and our Discover Medieval Transylvania Small Group Tour - 7 days, Karella! We thank you for booking with us, also!
    Trip date: June 2023

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    April

    Asked on September 15th, 2025

    Could you confirm if this a group tour and usually what the tour sizes are?

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      April

      TravelerWritten September 2025

      Do you have the 1 person room available for the 5 day bucovina and Transylvania tour?

    • Active TravelOperatorWritten September 2025

      Only as a private tour, only with you!

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    Christina

    Asked on August 23rd, 2025

    I'd like to know the price for 2 pax sharing a twin room in Australian Dollars.

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    • Active TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      The rate is 1399 euro per persono or 2530 Australian dollars. The main rule to get 50% discount is: Book a tour with at least 6 people in one booking and enjoy an exclusive discount!

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    Gloria

    Asked on August 12th, 2025

    Could you tell me what time the coach leaves Bucharest airport to start the tour and what time it returns to the airport at the end of the tour (I am trying to find flights)

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    • Active TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      We start the tour around 1 pm and we finish it around 2-3 pm.

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    Luke

    Asked on July 4th, 2025

    what type of room is being provided for the tour starting 7th October, it says multibed. Please elaborate.

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    • Active TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      That rate, as it is written on the website, is a promotion as follows: Book a tour with at least 6 people in one booking and enjoy an exclusive discount! Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and embark on an unforgettable adventure together! In case you want to book only for 2 people, the rate is: 1399 euro/person.

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    Gail

    Asked on July 4th, 2025

    Do you have schedule travel dates for 2026?

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    • Active TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      We add the rates for 2026 in October. Anyhow the departures are every Tuesday from April to October.

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      Gail

      TravelerWritten July 2025

      can it accommodate our luggages?

    • Active TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      Of course

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    Wayne

    Asked on March 23rd, 2025

    Would like to go on that tour starting 21st October but my plane arrives 12:15. What time is the pick-up time from the airport? If I happen to be late, could I take a train to Sibiu and join the group later that day? Any other suggestions I should follow?

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    • Active TravelOperatorWritten March 2025

      Pick-up: between 11 am and 2 pm.

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    Wayne

    Asked on January 31st, 2025

    Is there an additional cost for airport pickup?

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    • Active TravelOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, there is an additional fee for airport pickup if you require it from a location other than Bucharest airport.

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    Ingrid

    Asked on January 24th, 2025

    Can you provide details on the meal options during the tour?

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    • Active TravelOperatorWritten January 2025

      You will have a budget for each meal, allowing you to order anything you want within that budget.

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    Gregory

    Asked on January 11th, 2025

    Please send proposal including 4/5 star hotels. Will guide in every town some restaurant details? We plan to arrive in Bucharest at May 25. Which date and time we will be back at Bucharest airport? In time to have a KLM flight to Amsterdam?

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    • Active TravelOperatorWritten January 2025

      4*: extra 190 euro/person / 5*: extra 400 euro/person. My guide will provide details about every city's restaurants. The tour starts on the 27th. We are back at Bucharest airport on the 2nd of June, between 10 am to 7 pm, depending on the group details for flights.

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      Gregory

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      Possible to choose hotel La Boheme for 4 nights from 25/26/27/28 May or just on the 25 and 26th and active travels on the 27 and 28?

    • Active TravelOperatorWritten January 2025

      The tour starts on the 27th with a direct drive to Sibiu city. You can book accommodation in Bucharest from 25th - 2 nights.

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    Rebecca

    Asked on January 7th, 2025

    What is the cost for sole use of bedroom?

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    • Active TravelOperatorWritten January 2025

      The rate for a single room is 1699 euros. 5 people have already signed in for the 9th of September. For the 23rd of September, we have no other tourists, and the minimum is 2 for running the tour.

    • Active TravelOperatorWritten January 2025

      We have a promotion: the final rate is 1308 euros, for a single room, at this moment!

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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Bran Castle aka Dracula's Castle

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