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- Platinum Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Max Group Size 12
- Age range 15 to 99
Highlights
- Explore Budapest by night and its vibrant lights
- Sample 'Bull's Blood' wine in Eger's cellars
- Tour wooden churches in Maramures region
- Walk medieval Sighisoara, birthplace of Dracula
- Visit Bran Castle, the inspiration for Dracula
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Budapest
- Day 2 Eger
- Day 3 Maramures
- Day 4 Maramures
- Day 5 Sighisoara
- Day 6 Viscri
- Day 7 Brasov
- Day 8 Brasov
- Day 9 Bucharest
- Day 10 Bucharest
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Operated by
Intrepid Travel
Number of tours
1,480
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
6 hours
Response rate
80%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- IBIan· August 26th, 2023A well planned trip with some surprising accommodation stops. We were amazed at how much we enjoyed our trip, and can highly recommend it.Show more
Intrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi Ian, thanks so much for your review. We are so pleased to hear you had a ball on your Budapest to Bucharest tour! We hope you'll join us on another trip in the future.Trip date: August 2023 - RYruth· August 20th, 2023Enjoyable leusurely paced trip exposing us to both country and city aspects of Romanian life and historyShow moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi Ruth! Thank you so much for the feedback on your tour. So wonderful you were able to enjoy the pace of the tour and all the history. We hope to welcome you again soon!Trip date: August 2023
Hazel· July 9th, 2023Peter was an awesome guide. This tour gives you experiences that you could not have ordinarily, especially if you were to try to tour this area on your own. Take this tour to see parts of Romania that are frozen in time!Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewThank you for your wonderful review Christine! - We're thrilled to hear that Peter was an awesome guide and provided you with extraordinary experiences during your tour. Romania indeed holds hidden gems that may be challenging to explore independently.... Show moreTrip date: June 2023- RBRoss· July 8th, 2023It was an excellent tour with Petar being the perfect leader.Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewThank you for your review Ross - We're happy to hear you found your Budapest to Bucharest trip to be excellent, made all the more so by your perfect leader Petar! We sincerely appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you on a future Intrepid trip... Show moreTrip date: June 2023
- CKCarolyn· September 6th, 2022This was our first tour ever, and it was great! Our guide, Sando, was wonderful! His knowledge of history was a real plus. He truly educated us about what we were experiencing. We saw places we never would have found on our own, and the awareness of Intrepid’s commitment to serving through travel was the icing on the cake!Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewHi Carolyn! Firstly, we are so pleased to have you join the Intrepid family, welcome! We loved to see such a glowing review from your travels through Budapest to Bucharest, and the time you spent with our fabulous leader, Sando! We also really... Show moreTrip date: August 2022
- LBLouis· October 23rd, 2019Maybe just a little too much walking for a 72 year old, overweight man who still smokes. That be said, I did manage to keep up, and Dani was very good about helping me with my luggage on and off the trains.Show moreTrip date: October 2019
- ACharity P· September 18th, 2019Excellent guide and great itineraryShow moreTrip date: April 2019
- ABarbara B· September 18th, 2019I liked the opportunities to engage with locals and to travel some as a local.Show moreTrip date: April 2019
- ASuzanne H· September 18th, 2019I really enjoyed my Intrepid Trip.Oot guides were warm abd friendly,knowledgeable nd considerate or everyone. The range of experiences and places we visited was well chosen and a nice balance of activity.Show moreTrip date: April 2019
- AGeoff A· September 18th, 2019Quality leaders, small group size, excellent itinerary that includes a balance between urban and rural experiences.Show moreTrip date: April 2019
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- From Saturday28 Jun, 2025To Monday7 Jul, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold outFrom:NZ $4,115
- -10%From Saturday5 Jul, 2025To Monday14 Jul, 2025EnglishFilling FastCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestMultiple Room TypesFrom:$4,540NZ $4,086
- -20%From Saturday12 Jul, 2025To Monday21 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestMultiple Room TypesFrom:$4,215NZ $3,372
- -25%From Wednesday16 Jul, 2025To Friday25 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestMultiple Room TypesFrom:$4,115NZ $3,086
- Instant Confirmation-15%From Saturday2 Aug, 2025To Monday11 Aug, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureMultiple Room TypesFrom:$4,285NZ $3,642
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What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- C
Charo
Asked on December 23rd, 2024What are the visa requirements for this trip?
Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality and the countries being visited during the tour. Current visa policies can be found in our Essential Trip Information.
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Nathan
Asked on November 17th, 2024What should I bring along for the tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
It is advisable to pack clothes suitable for the weather, comfortable walking shoes, and any personal items and documents detailed in your pre-departure information.
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Robert
Asked on October 25th, 2024Is there a surcharge for singles? Also, will the hotels have a person that I could pay to take my luggage (single carry-on) to my room? I have a bad back.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
A single supplement is bookable for $575, excluding Day 6 (homestay), subject to availability. And yes we can check with the local operators about having a person to carry your bags to the room at each hotel (they might charge for this service)
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Suzy
Asked on October 4th, 2024Are there transport options available between tour locations?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
Yes, transport between tour locations is organized and included in the tour package. This generally involves private buses or local transit options.
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Cheyenne
Asked on July 22nd, 2024Is it possible to see the Transfagarasan Highway during the tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2024
The Transfagarasan Highway is not included in the itinerary; however, private tours can be arranged post-trip to visit this famous roadway.
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Larissa
Asked on May 15th, 2024Can I book accommodations before or after the tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2024
Yes, you can arrange pre and post tour accommodations by requesting specific dates and accommodation preferences either through our website or via the tour operator directly.
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Mina
Asked on May 14th, 2024What hotel accommodations are available in Bucharest?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2024
In Bucharest, accommodations such as the Hotel Central by Zeus International are typically used, offering comfortable and convenient lodging for travelers.
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Lydia
Asked on March 12th, 2024What is the policy on single supplement rooms?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2024
Single supplement rooms are available for booking but are subject to availability. They may exclude specific parts of the trip, such as homestays, where sharing may be required.
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Mario
Asked on March 7th, 2024How much does an airport transfer cost?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2024
The pricing for airport transfers can vary, typically costing between $40 to $70, depending on the specific airport and hotel location.
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Aymane
Asked on March 6th, 2024What are the standard check-in procedures?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2024
Standard check-in involves presenting your TourRadar confirmation at the reception desk of the hotel listed in your trip documents on day one.
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