Itinerary
- Day 1
Bucharest
Start your trip in Bucharest with a city tour hitting the Palace of Parliament, Ceausescu's Residence, and Revolution Square to get a sense of the city's history. After that you'll head to Therme Bucharest spa, which is a nice spot to relax and unwind after traveling. Settle in for your first night after spending the afternoon there.
Included Activities
- City tour of Bucharest
- Visit Palace of Parliament
- Visit Ceausescu's Residence
- Visit Revolution Square
- Panoramic tour of Bucharest
- Visit Therme Bucharest spa
Landmarks/POIs Palace of Parliament Ceausescu's Residence Revolution Square Therme Bucharest - Day 2
Bucharest to Sinaia
After breakfast, drive into the Carpathian Mountains to check out the Slanic Salt Mine, where you'll do a guided meditation session in the salt chambers. From there, head to Sinaia to visit Peles Castle, which sits in a beautiful mountain setting. End the day back at your spa hotel where you can relax in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Slanic Salt Mine with meditation and breathing exercises
- Visit Peles Castle
- Spa therapy session at hotel
Landmarks/POIs Slanic Salt Mine Peles Castle - Day 3
Sinaia to Covasna
Eat breakfast and then take a guided forest walk through the royal domains practicing forest bathing techniques. Later in the morning, drive to Brasov to see the Black Church and walk through Council Square, checking out the medieval architecture. Stop by Prejmer Fortress on the way to your resort in Covasna County.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional local products)
Included Activities
- Guided forest walk on royal domains (forest bathing)
- Walking tour of Brasov Old Town
- Visit Black Church
- Visit Council Square (Piata Sfatului)
- Visit Prejmer Fortress
Landmarks/POIs Black Church Council Square Prejmer Fortress - Day 4
Covasna
Spend your morning and early afternoon at Balvanyos Resort enjoying spa treatments using the mineral-rich water sources. In the afternoon, take a guided bear observation tour to see the bears in their natural habitat from a safe distance. Finish the day with some pool time and a glass of sparkling wine to wind down.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- SPA treatments at resort
- Explore natural sparkling water springs
- Bear-watching session with expert guides
- Day 5
Covasna to Sighisoara
After breakfast, stop in Tusnad to experience the natural healing springs there. Continue on to Viscri, a UNESCO World Heritage village, where you'll see the Fortified Church and local craftsmanship. Have a traditional lunch before driving to Sighisoara, a well-preserved medieval town perched on a hilltop, and settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional local products)
Included Activities
- Visit natural healing springs in Tusnad
- Visit Viscri Fortified Church
- Explore Saxon village of Viscri
Optional Activities
- Horse-drawn carriage ride through Viscri village
Landmarks/POIs Viscri Fortified Church Sighisoara Citadel - Day 6
Sighisoara to Paltinisu
Eat breakfast and then start a two-hour guided trek along the Via Transilvanica trail through old oak forests, ending in the village of Apold. Have lunch with local villagers in their garden and then walk through Apold to see the medieval Saxon fortress. Drive through the highlands afterward and reach your hotel in Paltinisu for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional local products)
Included Activities
- Guided trek along Via Transilvanica trail through ancient oak forests
- Explore Apold medieval Saxon fortress
- Drive through Transylvanian highlands
Landmarks/POIs Apold Medieval Saxon Fortress - Day 7
Paltinisu to Sibiu
Take a leisurely walk around Paltinisu early in the day, then travel to Sibiu for a guided walking tour of the Old Town. You'll see the Great Square, Council Tower, Evangelical Cathedral, and the Bridge of Lies while walking through the medieval streets. Head back to Paltinisu in the late afternoon to rest for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Leisurely walk through Paltinisu
- Guided walking tour of Sibiu Old Town
- Visit Great Square (Piata Mare)
- Visit Council Tower
- Visit Evangelical Cathedral
- Visit Bridge of Lies
Landmarks/POIs Great Square Council Tower Evangelical Cathedral Bridge of Lies - Day 8
Paltinisu to Bucharest
After breakfast, start the drive back to Bucharest, passing through Transylvanian countryside with rolling hills, forests, and traditional villages along the way. Your guide shares stories about Romania's culture and history during the drive. Once you arrive in Bucharest, transfer to the airport and wrap up your tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
