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Table of contents
- The best Transylvania tour packages
- What people love about Transylvania Tours
- Travel Transylvania your way
- Best tour companies for Transylvania tours
- Popular Transylvania Cruise Ships
- Transylvania tours for every type of group
- Top Transylvania travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Transylvania
- Contact our Transylvania travel experts
- What our customers ask about Transylvania Tours & Trips
The best Transylvania tour packages
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Transylvania Castles tour in 4 days from Bucharest
54 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Absolutely wonderful tour that combined the best of historical, cultural and wilderness of Transylvania.”
Graham, traveled in September
This heritage tour connects 12 historic Transylvanian cities, from Bucharest to medieval Brasov. The route includes 7 legendary castles including Gothic Corvin Castle and Bran Castle, plus UNESCO sites like Sighisoara citadel. Central hotels serve as bases while visiting authentic Romanian villages, with traditional lunch in Saxon Viscri village.
Duration 4 days Destinations Bucharest, Sinaia, Bran, Brasov, Fagaras, Rupea, Viscri, Sighisoara, Biertan, Alba IuliaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Rolandia From
- NZ$1,723
Cycle Romania
27 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The family owned, traditional guest houses were a particular highlight for me.”
Karen, traveled in July
Duration 9 days Destinations Bucharest, Moieciu, Bran, Piatra Craiului Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From
- NZ$3,550
This 11-day premium route through Romania's legendary Transylvania region stretches from Belgrade to Bucharest, featuring stays at the exclusive Szekler Mansion and visits to UNESCO sites like Sarmizegetusa Regia. The itinerary takes you 119m into Turda Salt Mine, through Bran Castle, and to Azuga winery for sparkling rosé tastings. Savor local cuisine with included meals like traditional borsch and sarmale at authentic restaurants, while visiting medieval towns including Sibiu, Sighisoara, and Brasov.
Duration 11 days Destinations Belgrade, Timisoara, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Brasov, Bucharest Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Premium From
- NZ$7,315
Duration 3 days Destinations Brasov, Bran, Rupea, Viscri, Sighisoara, Biertan, Sibiu, Hunedoara Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Active Travel From
- NZ$874
Discover Transylvania from Airport Bucharest
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The program is well designed and was excellently implemented. Our culinary experiences were also very good.”
Gennady, traveled in December
Medieval heritage shines from fortified churches in Prejmer to UNESCO-listed Sighisoara. Prince Charles' property in Viscri, Bran Castle, and Brasov's Black Church showcase architectural splendor. 4-star accommodations and expert cultural guides enhance the journey.
Duration 8 days Destinations Bucharest, Sinaia, Brasov, Bran, Prejmer, Viscri, Sighisoara, Biertan, Medias, SibiuSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, German Operator Carpathian Travel Center From
- NZ$2,086
What people love about Transylvania Tours
- Adventure trip to Transylvania in 3 days from Bucharest (small group tour)
My husband and I spent 10 days cruising down the Danube River visiting Eastern European countries. Bucharest was our last stop. We booked this 3-day Adventure trip to Transylvania with Rolandia Tours. We have traveled to many places and countires, and by far, this 3-day tour was the best part of our Eastern European vacation! To begin, Nicu at Rolandia tours was excellent with communications and with addressing any and all of our concerns. One of our biggest concerns after leaving the cruise was how we were going to be tested for COVID-19 so that we could re-enter the United States. The United States requires a negative test no more than 3 days prior to re-entry. Nicu assured me that this would be taken care of by our tour guide, and that we had nothing to worry about. And he was absolutely right!! Our tour guide was Alex. He walked into our hotel in Bucharest to pick us up full of smiles and enthusiasm! He immediately put us at ease. Over the course of the next three days, we found Alex to an amazing young man! His knowledge of the region is second to none. No matter what we asked him, he always had an explanantion and answer. And he never grew weary of pulling the car over so that we could take pictures at a moment's notice. He took care of everything for us....from admisison tickets to the sights to ordering hotel meals for us hotel meals. He always gave us our own time to explore and see things, yet he was available if we needed him. He even treated us to one of the most amazing desserts that Romania has to offer! Rolandia Tours and Alex were the ones that made our European vacation! I only wish we had booked more time with them! One word about the Hotel...we stayed in the Guesthouse Samedru. It was absoutely BEAUTIFUL! It was set out in the countryside. The meals were outstanding, and the staff and service were fabulous. Cosmin was so kind and accomadating, and was so happy we were there! If we were to ever to return to Romania, we would stay there again! We would hightly recommend Rolandia Tours! And we would not hestiate to book with them again! We were initially hesitant to book a trip abroad in the midst of Covid, but we would encourage anyone wanting to travel to go out and travel! We all live in an amazing world, and there are so many places and things to see. Thank you to all the wonderful people that made this an amazing tour for us.
- Transylvania Castles tour in 4 days from Bucharest
We visited the most important medieval castles in Transylvania. The time past super fast in these 4 days. highly rocommend it
- Discover Medieval and Wild Transylvania, Meet the Brown Bears, and Count Dracula
Florin was a great guide. He had a great depth of knowledge about the history of Romania, and his selection of events and timing was perfect. As a solo traveler, I felt very safe and well informed throughout the whole process, and he made a great travel partner for those few days. I'd highly recommend him to anyone looking to explore Romania.
Travel Transylvania your way
Explore a wide diversity of coach / bus tours through Transylvania. We have 6 adventures that vary from 4 days to 9 days. With the greatest number of departures in October, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Our full Balkans experience runs 16 days starting in Bucharest, where you'll join private dining events and get special after-hours entry to Bran Castle. It's quite something to explore the torture chambers and hear Dracula stories when all other visitors have left for the day. Moving through Bulgaria, you'll discover places like Veliko Tarnovo - a city where houses seem to defy gravity along the cliffs above Yantra River. The route links together some really interesting UNESCO sites from Kotor's Old Town to the painted churches in Arbanasi village. What makes these trips special are moments like having dinner with families in Sarajevo; you'll hear their personal stories while trying genuine local dishes right in their homes.
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Our cultural immersion tours blend castle visits with authentic village life and personal local encounters. The 4-day castle circuits provide rich historical context about Vlad the Impaler's connections to Bran Castle, while exploring Brasov's Saxon heritage in depth. Longer journeys spanning 7-10 days let you join traditional bread-making in Saxon villages, observe local craftspeople in Viscri, and spend nights in welcoming family guesthouses. Our travelers often mention special touches like private after-hours access to Gothic chambers, hands-on ceramic workshops in Saschiz and also intimate dinners with local families in medieval barns. Premium routes include working side-by-side with master artisans, exclusive wine tastings in historic cellars and moreover overnight stays at atmospheric Daniel Castle. What sets these tours apart is how they balance structured activities with independent exploration time in medieval citadels, keeping groups intimate at 6-12 people for genuine local connections.
Best tour companies for Transylvania tours
Based on the reviews from TourRadar, four tour companies really stand out for Romanian travel and each brings something special to the table. Travel Talk and Explore! get loads of positive feedback about their guides - you'll get proper experts who know Romanian history inside out and actually make it interesting. They're friendly too, which makes a big difference when you're spending days together. If you're particular about comfortable travel between sites, Rolandia Tours seems to have that sorted - their transport gets consistently good marks from travelers. Romanian Thrills does a great job with the planning side of things; they communicate well and leave no detail to chance. What's nice about all these operators is how they've structured their Transylvania routes. The itineraries make sense logically and you get real Romanian experiences rather than just tourist spots. Our customers often mention how they appreciated getting beyond the surface level and actually understanding the culture, especially in Transylvania where there's so much history and local tradition to take in. The guides seem to make the difference here - they're not just showing you around, they're helping you understand what you're seeing and why it matters in Romanian culture. It's clear these companies have put in the work to create tours that feel authentic and well thought out.
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Transylvania tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
68 tours in TransylvaniaGroup tours blend cultural experiences with outdoor activities nicely. The 7-10 day trips take you through the ASTRA open-air museum in Sibiu, medieval citadels and brown bear habitats. You'll get hands-on with local traditions like preparing Saxon bread and join evening cultural programs. Our travelers really like how we mix scheduled activities with free time to explore places like Brasov's historic center or Sighisoara's winding streets on their own terms.
Small Group
61 tours in TransylvaniaKeeping our groups small, between 6-12 people, lets us be more flexible and personal. We can easily spend extra time at the Libearty Bear Sanctuary or make spontaneous stops to visit local craftsmen. The smaller size means staying in family guesthouses in villages like Viscri and Magura, where travelers often end up sharing meals with locals and learning about traditional crafts. It's these genuine connections that make the experience special.
Private / Personalized
45 tours in TransylvaniaPrivate tours let you shape each day around what interests you most - whether that's taking more time for photos of the Carpathian landscapes, visiting extra fortified churches or discovering remote villages. We can arrange special experiences like one-on-one ceramic workshops in Saschiz, private wine tastings in historic cellars and meetings with local artisans. Our travelers especially value being able to adjust the pace and spend more time at places that catch their interest.
Top Transylvania travel itineraries to fit your plans
If you've got just 3 days to explore Transylvania, there are some really solid tour options to consider. Many travelers choose routes combining Peles Castle's neo-Renaissance architecture with medieval Bran Castle - our customers particularly like how these tours schedule castle visits in the morning hours. Afternoons often bring different experiences, like tracking actual brown bears in their natural environment near Brasov. Some itineraries take you deep into Europe's largest salt mine at Unirea before heading to UNESCO-listed Sighisoara, where the 14th-century Clock Tower stands watch over winding cobblestone streets. The village of Viscri offers authentic encounters with local craftspeople and excellent examples of Saxon architecture that even caught Prince Charles' eye.
A week in Transylvania lets you really get to know Romania's culture and landscapes. Tours typically begin in Bucharest, then wind through Sibiu's medieval center and into rural areas where you'll stay in family guesthouses. Our guests especially love getting hands-on - they'll help bake traditional Saxon bread and join guided wildlife tracking through Carpathian forests. Many tours include special evening activities like the theatrical "Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead" and local folk performances. For cyclists, daily routes cover 34-55km through Piatra Craiului National Park and quiet valleys, with guides who know exactly when to suggest switching to e-bikes on challenging uphill sections.
Ten days gives you time to pair Transylvania with the fascinating Maramures region. These extended trips include distinctive stops like Sapanta's Merry Cemetery, where colorful carved crosses tell stories about those who rest there. You'll explore Cluj-Napoca's varied architecture styles before heading to villages where traditional crafts remain very much alive. Our travelers appreciate how these longer tours offer more flexibility - whether taking extra time to photograph the winding Transfagarasan Highway or joining a local family for lunch near Biertan's fortified church, which holds UNESCO status.
Demographics
Our solo travelers really connect with specialized Transylvania tours that mix cultural depth and personal discovery. The 4-day castle circuit works perfectly for independent explorers - you get quality time with guides who know every detail about Vlad the Impaler's links to Bran Castle and Brasov's Saxon roots. There's also a fantastic 7-day route through village communities where you'll share meals with local families and watch craftspeople at work. What our customers particularly value is having their evenings free to discover historic places like Sighisoara independently, while knowing their guide is there if needed.
Our couples tours through Transylvania blend intimate castle visits with real cultural moments. A major highlight is the private evening access to Bran Castle - it's quite special walking those torch-lit corridors together once all other visitors have gone. Many couples choose to stay in small boutique hotels within medieval walls, perfect for evening walks through old town streets. Our travelers tell us they love having all the planning taken care of while still getting plenty of private moments, whether they're enjoying village meals or watching the sun set over Brasov's main square.
The active tours through the Carpathians combine cycling with genuine cultural immersion, running 7-8 days between medieval towns and tucked-away villages. You'll ride both paved roads and forest paths, with e-bikes available for the steeper sections. Each day mixes cycling with visits to local workshops, family homes for traditional cooking and also fascinating salt mines. The evenings often feature local music and wine cellar tastings, which naturally brings the group together.
Our small-group tours for senior travelers move at just the right pace while covering all the essential sites. We plan these routes carefully with 3-4 nights in each place to avoid rushing between hotels. The guides pay special attention to walking surfaces and access at fortress sites and medieval centers. Many guests choose tours featuring village cart rides, UNESCO heritage churches and plenty of local encounters. They appreciate having some meals planned at quality restaurants while keeping the freedom to explore dining options on their own.
Solo Travelers77 tours- Couples65 tours
- Seniors (50+)26 tours
Best time to visit Transylvania
- Fall / Autumn 2025
Fall brings out Transylvania's character with medieval towns framed by the Carpathians' autumn colors. Our travelers often join in with harvest activities in the villages - helping collect grapes for wine or preparing traditional winter preserves with local families. The cultural visits get special touches this time of year with private access to historic buildings, tastings in ancient wine cellars and visits to working artisan workshops. You'll see lots of traditional craft demonstrations at the ASTRA Village Museum, and our guests tell us how much they enjoy exploring Sighisoara's winding cobbled streets and climbing castle towers surrounded by fall foliage.
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- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter really shines for cultural touring in Transylvania when the big crowds thin out. Our small groups get to explore Peles Castle, Bran Castle and other sites with much more space to themselves. The medieval towns look particularly good with a dusting of snow - you'll get excellent photos in Brasov's Council Square and walking across Sibiu's Bridge of Lies. Many of our travelers tell us how the Gothic chambers of Bran Castle feel properly atmospheric in winter, especially during our private after-hours visits when you practically have the whole place to yourself. The early sunsets and crisp air really add to that mysterious castle mood.
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- Spring 2026
Spring hits the sweet spot for mixing outdoor activities with cultural visits in Transylvania. Our cycling tours work perfectly in April and May - you'll cover between 34 and 55km daily through forests coming back to life and genuine village communities. A lot of travelers pick our combined tours that connect Bucharest's architectural gems with medieval towns like Brasov, Sighisoara and also Sibiu. The mild weather makes it ideal for walking through UNESCO sites and fortified churches, plus you can watch local craftsmen at work in places like Viscri. Since it's just before peak season, you'll find good deals and plenty of space at our favorite family guesthouses and boutique hotels.
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- Summer 2026
Summer's long days let us pack plenty into our Transylvania tours - you get castle visits, village exploration and outdoor activities all in one. The cycling routes are particularly good now, especially through Piatra Craiului National Park and rural backroads. Many of our guests love how we mix things up - you might start at Corvin Castle in the morning then spend your afternoon hiking mountain paths or meeting rescued bears at the Libearty sanctuary. When the Transfagarasan highway opens in July, our guides take you along one of Europe's most impressive mountain drives between cultural stops.
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I've heard about cultural activities in Transylvania - what can I actually do there and where should I go?
You'll find amazing hands-on experiences in Transylvania's villages that really connect you with local life. Head to Viscri or Saschiz where you can work alongside artisans in their workshops - try your hand at traditional blacksmithing learn wool weaving on these beautiful old looms or make Saxon-style ceramics. For a real taste of local life join a dinner in one of those incredible 300-year-old Saxon barns in Malancrav or Mesendorf where families cook amazing dishes like sarmale using recipes passed down through generations. Don't miss the bread-making workshops in Crit village where you'll do everything from grinding wheat in medieval mills to baking in the original stone ovens that villages have used forever.
Where can I find the best natural areas to explore and how do I get to them?
The Carpathians are just incredible and Piatra Craiului National Park is definitely a highlight with these dramatic limestone ridges and amazing wildlife. You can easily access the trails from Magura or Zarnesti villages - there's everything from gentle valley walks to proper ridge hikes if you're up for a challenge. The Libearty Bear Sanctuary near Zarnesti is fascinating 69 hectares of oak forest where rescued bears roam free you'll need to book a guided tour for this one. If you're looking for high-altitude adventures the Fagaras Mountains are perfect for hiking from June through September and you can use the famous Transfagarasan highway to reach some amazing trails around Balea Lake at 2034m.
What are some of the less touristy routes around Transylvania that locals recommend?
If you really want to get off the beaten path try the village-to-village routes through Saxon communities. There's this fantastic circuit connecting Viscri Biertan and Malancrav where you'll see real village life - people still use horse-drawn carts and farm like they have for centuries. Travelers who've done these routes love them because you avoid the crowds and get to stay in family guesthouses where the hospitality is just incredible. The Via Transilvanica is another gem - it's this 1000km marked trail that takes you through all these different cultural regions from mountain villages to beautiful pastoral valleys.
I'm looking for authentic places that aren't packed with tourists - what should I check out?
Skip the busy Bran Castle and head to Rupea Fortress instead - it's this amazing 14th-century citadel with three defensive rings and the views across Transylvania's hills are just stunning. The Densuș Church is really special it's Romania's oldest working church built with stones from the old Roman settlement at Sarmizegetusa Regia. The villages around Sibiu especially Rășinari and Sibiel are perfect if you want to see traditional Romanian life without the tourist crowds - there's even Europe's largest collection of reverse glass-painted icons here. In summer check out the Hârtibaciului Valley where you can watch traditional haymaking and see how shepherds still live and work in these beautiful meadows.
What local foods should I try and where's the best place to find them?
You're in for a treat with Transylvanian food - it's this amazing mix of different cultural influences. Try the borsch with home-smoked meat and fresh vegetables in the guesthouses along Târnava Valley it's absolutely delicious. When you're in Brașov look for restaurants serving vânătoresc and cozonac secuiesc these are real local specialties. If you're here in summer head up to the mountain shepherd camps for brânză de burduf - it's this incredible sheep cheese aged in pine bark. The rural guesthouses especially in Mărginimea Sibiului serve amazing farm-to-table meals - don't miss the tochitură with mămăligă or alivenci. And if you're here in autumn the markets in Sibiu and Mediaș are perfect for trying seasonal specialties like zacuscă and local plum brandy.