Description

Romania, a country brought together only a century ago by the union of three historical provinces, is a land of great cultural, geographical and architectural diversity. Learn about these differences by going over the medieval borders from one such province to another, while meeting locals from all relevant ethnic groups, admiring byzantine style frescoes, exploring mighty castles and witnessing the mellow lifestyle of the peasants that still erect a multitude of haystacks and bring the hay home with horse-drawn carts.

What's included

What’s included

– A private tour – just for you and your family or friends;
– The services of an English-speaking guide throughout the trip (guiding available in Spanish or French upon request);
– Transportation in a modern, comfortable vehicle, with all associated costs covered;
– 11 nights in centrally located 4-star hotels, charming B&B and monastic accomodation*
– Daily breakfast, 3 traditional meals, with 2 different village families;
– One monastic dinner;
– A private folklore show;
– A bread baking workshop;
– All entrance fees and guided visits as outlined;
– A beautiful, welcoming country waiting to be explored.

*Staying one night at the monastery is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed in advance – however, it is usually not a problem to arrange, especially if requested early.

What’s not included

– International flights;
– Meals not specifically mentioned above;
– Gratuities for your guide (at your discretion).

Hotels

This is our list of preferred hotels. The final list used for your tour will be based on availability.

  • Bucharest: Hotel CH 4*
  • Brașov: Hotel Prinz Gregor 4*
  • Miercurea Ciuc: Hotel Gambrinus 4*
  • Văratec: monastic accommodation
  • Gura Humorului: Hotel Sentir 4*
  • Vadu Izei: rural accommodation
  • Cluj: Hotel Beyfin 4*
  • Sighișoara: Fronius Residence 4*
  • Sibiu: Hotel Republique 4*

Classic Romania Tour An immersive cultural tour across Romania's timeless traditions

This is one example of our Classic Romania tours. Depending on your schedule and preferences, we offer many variations, ranging from shorter to longer itineraries.

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Day 1

Arrival

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Welcome to Romania! Your private tour begins in the capital, Bucharest – once known as “Little Paris.” After airport pickup, enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, take a gentle stroll along Victory Avenue or admire the grandiose architecture of the Romanian Athenaeum and Revolution Square. Settle in, relax, and prepare for a journey through Romania’s storied heart.

  • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • Day 2

    Bucharest highlights

    Take in the capital’s layered identity on a guided city tour. See wide boulevards, Belle Époque architecture, and the Arch of Triumph, a proud symbol of Romanian unity. Enjoy an interior visit of the imposing Palace of the Parliament — the world’s heaviest building, and of the splendid Romanian Atheneum, the city’s beloved concert hall. Wrap up with a culinary stroll through the lively Obor Market.

    • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • CENTERPIECE :
    A layered capital where history, contrasts, and everyday life coexist.
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    Day 3

    Peles Castle, Bran Castle, Brașov

    Start your day with Peleș Castle, nestled in the Carpathian foothills, where elegant interiors, carved wood, and stained glass reflect the grandeur of Romania’s royal past. Then visit Bran Castle, famously linked to Dracula, and explore its towers and corridors while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding hills. In the afternoon, wander through Brașov, a medieval city with cobbled streets, colorful squares, and the striking Black Church. Take time to explore hidden courtyards, browse local shops, and enjoy the atmosphere of one of Transylvania’s most charming towns.

    • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • CENTERPIECE :
    From royal elegance to enduring legends and medieval town life.
    Day 4

    Szekely experience with bread baking workshop

    Travel to the Prejmer citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage site that reflects the defensive ingenuity of the Saxon settlers. Its thick walls, fortified towers, and secret passages tell stories of centuries of village life and resilience. Later, enjoy a hands-on bread-baking workshop in a remote village. Families take part together, learning traditional techniques, before sitting down for a hearty Hungarian lunch. The day continues with a visit to Haszman Pál, a site that captures the region’s cultural nuances, from architectural details to local traditions, offering insights into rural life that are rarely seen by visitors.

    • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • CENTERPIECE :
    Traditions you can touch, taste, and share, rooted in village life.
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    Day 5

    Bicaz Gorges, night at a monastery

    Travel through the breathtaking Bicaz Gorges, a dramatic natural corridor where cliffs rise sharply on either side, carved by millennia of river flow. The scenery inspires awe at the sheer force of nature and the tranquility of Romania’s wilderness. Arrive at Văratec Monastery, a living spiritual sanctuary where you will spend the night. Share a quiet dinner with the nuns, savoring meals prepared with care, and enjoy the rare chance to experience monastic life firsthand. Evening walks through the monastery grounds, surrounded by serene forests and the gentle hum of daily devotion, offer a sense of calm and reflection rarely found in the bustle of modern travel.

    CENTERPIECE :
    Wild landscapes giving way to silence, reflection, and monastic calm.
    Day 6

    Ancient Frescoes and Folk Art in Bucovina

    Explore the painted monasteries of Bucovina, masterpieces of medieval religious art. Begin with Voroneț Monastery, renowned for its vivid frescoes, including the iconic “Last Judgment” painted in a luminous shade of blue. Continue to the Vama Painted Eggs Museum, where every decorated egg tells a story of tradition, symbolism, and folk artistry. Conclude with Moldovița Monastery, whose walls are covered in intricate frescoes, inviting contemplation and admiration of craftsmanship that has endured centuries. This day blends spirituality, art and culture in a way that few destinations can offer.

    • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • CENTERPIECE :
    The timeless colors of Bucovina, where frescoes and folk art endure.
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    Day 7

    Horses’ Waterfall, Bârsana, Home-Hosted

    Visit Cascada Cailor (Horses’ Waterfall), Romania’s tallest, set in a mountain landscape of forests and alpine meadows: a spectacular chairlift ride and a moderate treck brings you close to the cascading waters and fresh mountain air. Continue to Bârsana Monastery, whose carved gates and tall wooden spires stand as a testament to local craftsmanship and devotion, representing the architectural spirit of Maramureș. In the evening, arrive at a private village home and enjoy a traditionally cooked dinner prepared with local ingredients and served alongside homemade plum brandy, offering a warm introduction to rural life and local hospitality.

    • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • CENTERPIECE :
    High mountains, human craftsmanship, and hospitality shaped by place.
    Day 8

    Merry Cemetery, Anti-communist Memorial, Folklore Evening

    Descover the world-famous Săpânța Merry Cemetery, where colorful crosses and poetic epitaphs celebrate life with humor, reflecting a uniquely local perspective on memory and tradition. Visit the Memorial of the Victims of Communism and of the Resistance, gaining insight into Romania’s recent history and the resilience of its people. In the evening, enjoy a full home-hosted cultural experience with a traditional dinner and a private folklore show, where local musicians and dancers bring the region’s music, costumes and stories to life, in an atmosphere of connection and celebration.

    • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • CENTERPIECE :
    Humor, memory, and music revealing how communities face life and loss.
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    Day 9

    Paths Across Transylvania – Sighișoara

    Morning departure toward Sighișoara, the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, where medieval walls and towers form a living time capsule. Upon arrival, stroll along narrow, cobblestone streets lined with colorful houses, admire the Clock Tower, and experience the charm of a town that seems untouched by time. The blend of history, folklore, and street life makes Sighișoara one of the most evocative stops of the journey.

    • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • CENTERPIECE :
    A medieval town preserved in time, alive with streets and stories.
    Day 10

    Road to the sky; Sibiu

    Drive along the legendary Transfăgărășan, often called the most spectacular road in Europe. Hairpin bends, high mountain passes, and dramatic vistas offer a continuous feast for the eyes, with cascading waterfalls and emerald valleys creating a cinematic backdrop. Pause to admire Lake Bâlea and the surrounding peaks before descending into the historic city of Sibiu. Once the European Capital of Culture, Sibiu blends medieval fortifications, elegant Baroque buildings, and lively squares that invite exploration. Stroll through Piața Mare, the Great Square, and discover hidden courtyards, museums, and artisan shops. As dusk falls, the city’s rooftops and towers glow in warm tones, reflecting centuries of history in the heart of Transylvania.

    • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • CENTERPIECE :
    High mountain roads leading gently toward culture, color, and city life.
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    Day 11

    Across the Carpathians

    Begin the morning at Sibiu’s fruit and vegetable market, a lively place where colors, aromas, and local produce reflect everyday Transylvanian life. Then travel to Curtea de Argeș, former Wallachian capital, to visit its famous monastery, a masterpiece of Romanian architecture known for refined stone carvings, elegant domes, and legends surrounding its construction. Romanian kings are buried here, adding deep historical significance to the place. Return to Bucharest in the afternoon.

    • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • CENTERPIECE :
    Markets, royal legends, and a graceful return toward the capital.
    Day 12

    Departure

    Your tour concludes with a private transfer to the airport. Depending on your flight time, you may have a chance to enjoy one last stroll or coffee in Bucharest. We hope the memories of medieval towns, castle turrets, and heartfelt hospitality stay with you for years to come. La revedere! — until we meet again!

    • Tourist Attraction:
  • Sunrise Point of Riverview
  • Handmade Wooden Accessories
  • Sushie
  • Two Hours Boating Ride
    • Departure 19
    Classic Romania Tour map
    Pasarani Street no.5, Bucharest
    District 2, Romania
    +40.761.604.390

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