Itinerary
- Day 1
Bucharest
You'll arrive in Bucharest and get settled at the Concorde Old Bucharest, located right in Old Town. After dropping off your bags, meet up with the group for an evening walk through the cobblestone streets where you'll see historic landmarks, cafes, and traditional spots. Dinner happens at Caru' cu Bere, which serves authentic Romanian food in a historic setting, and then you'll grab drinks at a local bar to kick things off.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at Caru' cu Bere restaurant - authentic Romanian dishes)
Included Activities
- Guided evening stroll through Bucharest Old Town
- Dinner at Caru' cu Bere restaurant
Optional Activities
- Explore local bars for evening drinks and nightlife
Landmarks/POIs Bucharest Old Town Caru' cu Bere - Day 2
Bucharest to Brașov
Start with a guided walk through Bucharest hitting the Palace of Parliament, Carturesti Carusel Bookstore, Cismigiu Park, and Stavropoleos Monastery. Grab lunch at a local spot, then head out to Brasov in the afternoon. The drive takes you through countryside with rolling hills and villages before you reach this medieval town in the Carpathians. Check into Victoria Bulevard Hotel and have dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at local eatery), Dinner (Dinner at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Bucharest landmarks
- Visit to Palace of Parliament
- Visit to Cărturești Carusel Bookstore
- Visit to Cismigiu Park
- Visit to Stavropoleos Monastery
- Lunch at local eatery
- Coach transfer from Bucharest to Brașov
Landmarks/POIs Palace of Parliament Cărturești Carusel Bookstore Cismigiu Park Stavropoleos Monastery - Day 3
Brașov
You'll spend the day visiting two famous castles. First up is Bran Castle, a striking fortress connected to Dracula stories, where you'll walk through rooms and learn about its past. Then head to Peles Castle, a Neo-Renaissance building also in the Carpathians. On the drive back, you can either hike in Piatra Craiului National Park or relax and take in the scenery. Dinner is at another local restaurant back in Brasov.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit to Bran Castle
- Visit to Peles Castle
Optional Activities
- Hike in Piatra Craiului National Park
Landmarks/POIs Bran Castle Peles Castle Piatra Craiului National Park - Day 4
Brașov
A guided walk through Brasov's Old Town shows you colorful buildings, medieval streets, and the Black Church. If you want more activity, hike up to the Brasov sign for views of the town and landscape below. Lunch is at a spot in the city center, then you have free time to wander around on your own. Later, head out for bear watching in the forests with local guides, then return to Brasov that evening.
- Meals
- Lunch (Leisurely lunch in Brașov's vibrant city centre)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Brașov Old Town
- Visit to Black Church
- Lunch at local restaurant
Optional Activities
- Hike up to Brașov sign for panoramic views
- Bear watching in Romanian forests
Landmarks/POIs Brașov Old Town Black Church Brașov sign - Day 5
Brașov to Sighișoara
Leave Brasov and drive into rural Transylvania. You'll start with a cooking workshop where you prepare traditional Romanian dishes with local cooks. After that, visit a gypsy community to learn about their traditions and lifestyle. In the afternoon, go to a sheepfold to see pastoral life and try fresh homemade cheese. By evening, you'll drive to your accommodation near Sighisoara, possibly a castle hotel, and enjoy drinks and stories there or explore Sighisoara.
- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional Romanian dishes prepared during cooking workshop), Dinner (Dinner at accommodation with drinks)
Included Activities
- Hands-on traditional Romanian cooking workshop
- Visit to local gypsy community
- Visit to sheepfold with cheese tasting
- Coach transfer from Brașov to Sighișoara area
Optional Activities
- Explore the town of Sighișoara
Landmarks/POIs Sighișoara - Day 6
Sighișoara
Begin at Salina Turda, an underground salt mine with large chambers and an underground lake to explore. Have lunch in nearby Turda, then return to Sighisoara for a guided tour of this UNESCO site. Walk through medieval streets, see the historic Clock Tower, and take in the old-town atmosphere. Dinner is at a local restaurant, and you might grab a drink at one of the bars before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant in Turda), Dinner (Relaxed dinner at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit to Salina Turda underground salt mine
- Lunch at local restaurant in Turda
- Guided tour of Sighișoara UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit to Clock Tower
Landmarks/POIs Salina Turda Sighișoara Sighișoara Clock Tower - Day 7
Sighișoara to Bucharest
Head to the quiet village of Visrci on a winding road with Carpathian Mountain views. Grab lunch at a local restaurant near the lake, then drive back to Bucharest in the late afternoon. Once you arrive, spend time at Therme Bucharest, a wellness center where you can swim, relax, and have dinner. End the evening by raising a glass with the group to celebrate everything from the trip.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant near the lake)
Included Activities
- Coach transfer from Sighișoara to Bucharest via Visrci
- Lunch at local restaurant near the lake
Optional Activities
- Visit to Therme Bucharest wellness retreat
Landmarks/POIs Therme Bucharest - Day 8
Bucharest
On your last day, have a relaxed breakfast and think back on what you've seen and done. Whether it was Sighisoara's medieval feel, the Carpathian mountains, or Bucharest's energy, you'll head home carrying memories of Romania's history and landscapes with you.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Relaxed breakfast at accommodation)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at accommodation
