10 Day Private Romania Tour: Bucharest, Transylvania, Maramureș & Bucovina

After breakfast, depart from Bucharest and travel toward Sibiu.

Along the way, visit:

• Curtea de Argeș Monastery, one of Romania’s most important religious and architectural landmarks.

• Poienari Fortress, the historic stronghold associated with Vlad the Impaler.

Weather and road conditions permitting, continue along the spectacular Transfăgărășan Highway, one of Romania’s most scenic mountain roads.

Upon arrival in Sibiu, enjoy a guided walking tour through the historic Old Town.

Overnight in Sibiu at a 4 star hotel.

Depart toward Maramureș, stopping first at the impressive Turda Salt Mine, one of Romania’s most unique underground attractions.

Continue to Cluj-Napoca and spend some time exploring the city center before heading north.

Along the way, visit the Wooden Church of Șurdești, part of the UNESCO-listed Wooden Churches of Maramureș.

Arrive in Vadu Izei and check in to a family-run guesthouse.

Home-cooked dinner included.
Overnight in Vadu Izei.

Spend a full day exploring the cultural heritage of Maramureș.

During the day, visit a local market, discover more examples of the region’s traditional wooden architecture, and continue to Sighetu Marmației to visit the Memorial Museum to the Victims of Communism.

In the evening, enjoy a private Maramureș folk show featuring traditional music and dances.

Home-cooked dinner included.
Overnight in Vadu Izei at a family-run guesthouse.

Enjoy a flexible day in Vadu Izei and choose how you would like to spend your time. Depending on your interests, you may relax, go hiking, visit another museum, enjoy a barbecue, or explore the local area with your guide.

In the evening, enjoy a home-cooked dinner at your family-run guesthouse.

Overnight in Vadu Izei.

Depart from Maramureș and continue toward Bucovina.

Along the way, visit the impressive Bârsana Wooden Monastery, one of the region’s most distinctive examples of traditional wooden architecture.

Continue across the Carpathian Mountains via the scenic Borgo Pass before arriving in Gura Humorului.

Overnight in Gura Humorului at a 4 star hotel.

Spend a full day exploring the famous painted monasteries of Bucovina, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

During the day, visit:

• Voroneț Monastery

• Sucevița Monastery

• Moldovița Monastery

• Humor Monastery

Enjoy some light hiking through the surrounding Romanian countryside before continuing to the Lucia Condrea Egg Museum, known for its impressive collection of traditional decorated eggs.

Overnight in Gura Humorului at a 4-star hotel.

Depart from Vadu Izei and continue toward Transylvania, crossing the Carpathian Mountains through the scenic Bicaz Gorges.

Along the way, visit the Nicolae Popa Museum, known for its traditional Romanian folk art and cultural collections.

Arrive in Sighișoara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in the late afternoon. Explore the historic Sighișoara Citadel, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe and the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler.

Overnight in Sighișoara at a 4 star hotel.

Start the day with a traditional experience in Viscri, including a horse-drawn carriage ride and visits to local craftsmen such as brickmakers and blacksmiths.

Continue toward Brașov, stopping along the way to visit Rupea Fortress, an impressive medieval citadel overlooking the Transylvanian landscape.

Arrive in Brașov in the late afternoon and check in to your hotel.

Overnight in Brașov at a 4 star hotel.

Start the morning with a guided walking tour through Brașov Old Town.

Continue to Bran Castle, widely known as Dracula’s Castle, and explore one of Romania’s most famous landmarks.

Afterward, drive to Sinaia and visit:

• Peleș Castle

• Sinaia Monastery

In the late afternoon, continue to Bucharest.

Transfer to the airport.
End of Tour