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The Christmas Markets of Romania
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The Christmas Markets of Romania
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Highlights
Enjoy a tour of the most enchanting Christmas Markets in Romania, starting with the one in Bucharest, located in front of the impressive Parliament Palace. The tour takes you to Transylvania where the Brasov Christmas Market is prepared to delight its visitors with local flavors and a warm, festive atmosphere. Probably the most impressive of all 3 is the Sibiu Christmas Market, the largest and most visited one in the country. Sibiu was the 2007 European Cultural Capital and the 2019 European Gastronomy Region, and the local Christmas market certainly lives up to the city's reputation.
*Please note that The Peles Castle is always closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. In the period of the Romanian winter holidays (24.12.2025-02.01.2026) several attractions may have a modified schedule, or they may be closed. Let us know in advance your date of travel in order for us to check the schedules. Thank you for understanding.
Itinerary
The Bucharest Christmas Market
Bucharest
4 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWelcome to Romania! Meet your local guide at the International Airport Otopeni, and transfer to Bucharest. Arrive to the centrally located hotel and check-in. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of ‘’The Little Paris of the East’’. Admire the bustling metropolis and capital of Romania since 1862, its spectacular, airy boulevards, and the glorious, mesmerizing Belle-Epoque buildings. Discover Bucharest’s highlights such as the second largest building in the world, The Palace of the Parliament, the Unification Square, the Patriarchal Church, the University Square, the Roman Square, the Victory Square, the Arch of Triumph and the Revolution Square. In the evening, take a walk along the beautiful Bucharest Christmas Market, and admire the wonderful view of the Palace of the Parliament. Enjoy a traditional welcome dinner in one of the oldest beer houses located in Bucharest, The Beer Cart restaurant, located in the Old Town.- AccommodationsOvernight at a 4* centrally located hotelFood And DrinksDinner
Sinaia and Brasov
Peles Castle
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedScenic drive to Sinaia, and visit of one of the most stunning castles from Europe, the Peles Castle, built in an outstanding German Renaissance design, also known for being the summer residence of the Romanian Royal family. Take a walk through the castle’s garden and enjoy the new-Renaissance architecture before visiting the stunning and impressive interior.Manastirea Sinaia
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedExplore the Orthodox Monastery of Sinaia built by the Prince Cantacuzino, in the 19th century with a Byzantine design, and admire the exhibition of valuable objects that belonged to the Cantacuzino family, as well as the first Romanian translation of the Bible from the 17th century.Brasov
12 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeEnjoy a beautiful ride to Brasov, and check-in at your centrally located hotel. Dinner at the hotel.- AccommodationsOvernight at a 4* centrally located hotelFood And DrinksBreakfast
Dracula’s Castle and the Brasov Christmas Market
Bran
12 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeAfter breakfast, discover the medieval town Brasov, founded by the German Saxons in the 12th century. Visit the beautifully preserved symbol of Brasov, The Black Church, modelled after the famous Saint Sebaldus Church from Nurnberg, and built in almost 100 years due to its complex Gothic design. Continue with visiting The Old Town, The Black Tower, The White Tower, Ecaterina’s Gate and the Rope’s Street. Scenic drive to Bran and visit of the Bran Castle, built in the 14th century by the Saxons, and worldwide known for the legend about Dracula.Besides the correlation with Dracula, The Bran Castle was one of the residences of the Romanian Royal family. Return to Brasov, enjoy leisure time and explore the lovely Christmas Market from the Council Square. Traditional dinner at a local restaurant from the city center.Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedThe 14th century imposing Bran Castle, is one of the main landmarks of Transylvania, being a popular destination for the people that are interested in its history, as well as for the enthusiats in legends. Famous for its association with the legend of Dracula, the Castle hosts nowadays the museum of furniture dedicated to the Romanian Royal Family, especially to Queen Marie, the one that collected the object, and to whom the people of Brasov gifted the Castle.Black Church (Biserica Neagra)
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedWith a history of almost 600 years, The Black Church is the City symbol of Brasov. Modeled after the famous Saint Sebaldus Church from Nurnberg, the church took almost 100 years to be designed and built in order for each detail of the Gothic architecture to be included and perfectly made until the last detail. The location was chosen in the valley surrounded by the thick forest, since it is known that a Catholic nunnery existed in the spot of the actual church before the arrival of the Teutonic knights in the area. In 1689, the overwhelming fire destroyed several parts of the town, and highly damaged the church, the roof being caught in the fire and fell over the floor, leaving a heavy cloud of ash. It is said that the smoke and the flames turned the colour of the walls so black that the name of the church became The Black Church.- AccommodationsOvernight at a 4* centrally located hotelFood And DrinksBreakfast
Transylvanian countryside and UNESCO heritage
Transylvania
8 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeA lovely start of the day with a tour of the Transylvanian idyllic countryside, fortified churches, and beautifully preserved traditional way of living. Explore the country life of Transylvania by getting to know Viscri, the most popular Saxon Village from the area. You will visit the UNESCO World Heritage attraction, the Deutschweisskirch Fortified Church, admire the Prince of Whales’ House, the brick factory, and the blacksmith. Enjoy a scenic ride to Sighisoara. Upon arrival, visit the medieval Citadel of Sighisoara (UNESCO World Heritage), The Church on the Hill, the Covered Stairway, The Clock Tower, Vlad Dracul House, and Tinsmiths’ Tower. Travel to Sibiu, and check in for one overnight. Dinner at the hotel.Viscri
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeYou will visit the UNESCO World Heritage attraction, the Deutschweisskirch Fortified Church, admire the Prince of Whales’ House, the brick factory, and the blacksmithSighișoara Fortress
45 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe citadel was built in the 12th century by Saxon colonists, and is the historical center of Sighisoara City, having the most popular attractions from the area, , The Covered Stairway, The Clock Tower, Vlad Dracul House, and The Tinsmiths’ Tower. The citadel maintained its original structure almost unchanged, and it is part of UNESCO heritage since the year 1999.Church on the Hill
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedThe Church on the Hill was built in 1488, with a distinct architecture, enchanting with the simplicity of the exterior unlike the late Gothic monuments from Western Europe. The Church is Sighisoara's most important religious monument when it comes to architecture, being the third largest church from Transylvania. Positioned at a high altitude of 429m, the church is visible from long distances.Casa Vlad Dracul
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedLocated near the Clock Tower and The Citadel of Sighisoara, it is the house in which Vlad the Impaler was born, in the period of the Turkish invasion, when the ruller of Wallachia, Vlad Dracul and his wife were hosted by the mayor of Sighisoara. It has been said that the monument is the oldest stone building from the city. Nowadays, it hosts a museum and a medieval-style restaurant.- AccommodationsOvernight at a 4* centrally located hotelFood And DrinksBreakfast
The Sibiu Christmas Market
Sibiu
8 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeStart the day with a tour of the beautifully preserved medieval city of Sibiu, visit the Bridge of Lies, the second iron bridge from Europe, the Citadel Park, the Council Tower, the Large Square, the Huet Square, and the Small Square. Enjoy a walk among the Old Town of Sibiu, one of the famous old towns from Romania, due to the presence of historical monuments with specific architectures that keep the medieval atmosphere alive, from which the majority are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Explore The Evanghelic Church, located in the historical city center of Sibiu, its tower of almost 74m of height, is the tallest tower from Transylvania, has an outstanding architecture, being one of the most impressive buildings from Sibiu. Enjoy leisure time and explore on your own the most beautiful Christmas Market from Romania, located in the Grand Square from the Old Town of Sibiu.Sibiu
2 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeVisit the Old Town of Sibiu is one of the famous old towns from Romania, due to the presence of historical monuments with specific architectures that keep the medieval atmosphere alive, from which the majority are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Old Town is divided in two main parts, The Upper and The Lower part. The Upper Part is rich in historical monuments, such as: Roman-Catholic Church, The Brukenthal Museum from The Great Square, The Council Tower, while The Lower Town was dedicated to industrial activities. Take a walk among one of the most beautiful Christmas markets from Romania.- AccommodationsOvernight at a 4* centrally located hotelFood And DrinksBreakfast
Departure
Bucharest
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeEnjoy leisure time and explore on your own the treasures of the famous Old Town from Bucharest, until your departure. Transfer from Bucharest to the International Airport. Have a safe flight!- Food And DrinksBreakfast
What's included
INCLUDED
Throughout modern transportation
5 nights accommodation in centrally located hotels
Throughout professional English speaking guide
Dinner
Breakfast (5)
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Other meals than included
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Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Location
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Bucharest, Romania
Provider
World Synergy Travel - Incoming Tour Operator
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