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6-Days Transylvania & Wooden Churches of Maramures from Bucharest

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6-Days Transylvania & Wooden Churches of Maramures from Bucharest

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Discover enchanting sites, spectacular landscapes, landmarks and traditions that endured over time in the beautiful regions in Romania, Transylvania and Maramures. This 6-days small group tour takes you through the Carpathian Mountains and on to the Transylvanian plain as it shows you legendary castles and Wooden Churches of Maramures nowadays UNESCO Heritage sites.

Itinerary

Bucharest–Curtea de arges–Sibiu

  • Triumph Arch (Arcul de Triumf)(Pass by)

    Set out in the morning towards Transylvania region.

  • Curtea de Arges Monastery

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    On your way will stop at Curtea de Arges Monastery. Explore this Moorish style Orthodox church that is considered to be the Romanian faith center for Orthodoxism.

  • Transfagarasan Highway

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    If the weather allows it make your way towards Sibiu city through Transfagarasan Road. Reach in the afternoon in Sibiu where you will do a walking tour of this magical city. Please note that between the period of June-October Transfgarasan Road is open. If the Transfagarasan Road is closed the alternative route of Olt Valley River Road will be used.

  • Sibiu Travel

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Reach in the afternoon Sibiu city. This average size towns holds history throughout it’s Old town section. Tour the Old Town to explore the Big Square and the small Square as our guide will let you thru history.
Sibiu–Alba-Iulia–Maramures

  • Cetatea Alba Iulia

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    After breakfast set out for Alba Iulia city to visit a well preserved town that shows you medieval history and ancient history in the same spot. Alba Iulia is a former Roman city that was built to protect the nearby mines of gold after the Romans have conquered the area of Transylvania. Alba Iulia is also known for being the city where the unification of Romania was signed in 1918 forming the very own country that you are visiting today. Check out the Orthodox Monastery, the Main gates of the city as well as other spots from inside the citadel.

  • The Wooden Churches of Maramures(Pass by)

    After Alba Iulia head for the medieval Corvin Castle, one of the most emblematic castle for this region. Reach in the afternoon the region of Maramures in Breb Village. Have a traditional Wooden House for the accommodation.
  • Accommodations
    Overnight in a Maramures Village
    Food And Drinks
    Dinner - Traditional homemade dinner in a Maramures village.
Maramures excursion

  • Barsana Monastery

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    After breakfast set out in the morning for your Maramures excursion. Your first stop will be at one of the most important monasteries of the area, Barsana monastery that offers an insight of the local culture with wood carventing skills. Head for the Wood Carventer, one of the few craftsmen of the area that will offer an idea of how wood carventing is done in Maramures.

  • Muzeul Tarancii Romane

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Reach Dragomiresti Museum to find out about more about Maramures culture from a local with a visit at traditional house with it’s traditional belongings

  • Wooden Churches of Maramures

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Next stop will be at the local whirpool to see how the locals where washing their clothes and rugs.

  • Merry Cemetery

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    End your day at the Merry Cemetery where your guide will read funny stories of people of Maramures, that have been buried in the cemetery. Built in 1947 this cemetery offers a different perspective on how after life should be approached, by taking it into a more funny way rather than sad way.
  • Accommodations
    Overnight in a Maramures Village
    Food And Drinks
    Dinner - Enjoy a traditional dinner.
    Breakfast
Maramures-Sighisoara

  • Centrul Istoric Sighisoara

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Today you will travel back to central part of Transylvania, into the town of Sighisoara. This well preserved town is the birthplace of Vlad Dracula and nowadays it attracts visitors with it's fairytale look. Take a walking tour with our guide to explore more about this fantastic medieval town.
  • Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
Sighisoara–Biertan - Viscri–Brasov

  • Biertan Fortified Church

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Set out in the morning for Biertan Fortified Church which is a UNESCO Heritage site. This is a former church built in Medieval times it sits on top of the hill with a great view over the village. Inside the church our guide will explain the history of this place and also the reason why is so well known.

  • Viscri Fortified Church

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    After Biertan fortified church head for Viscri Village. Viscri is known as one of the most well preserved Transylvanian villages and it does that so well as Prince Charles decided to buy several houses within the village. As you stroll thru this UNESCO Heritage site you will see how people used to live and still live nowadays in the same old ways. Check out the local fortified church and should you wish, try a local traditional lunch ( own expense).

  • Brasov Historical Center

    40 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Reach in the afternoon Brasov city. Before you check-in in your hotel, stroll the city in a short walking tour with our guide. Pass next the Black Church and hear the history behind this magnificent building. See the Council Square and do not forget to pass at the main former gates of the city.
Brasov – Bran – Peles – Bucharest

  • Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Set out fresh in the morning after your breakfast and head for Bran castle. This 14th century castle was built to act as a main custom point between Transylvania and Wallachia. Also Bran castle is known for it's connection with Vlad Dracula's legend and story. Join our guide inside the castle to find out more about the real story behind Vlad Dracula and Bran Castle. After the castle do not forget to check out the market in front of the castle for souvenirs.

  • Peles Castle

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Once done with Bran castle, you will travel thru the Carpathian Mountains, passing ski resorts until you reach Peles castle situated in Sinaia Town. Enter the Peles castle and discover a well preserved, magnificent palace built in the 19th by the first king of the country. Explore the hallways as our guide will let you thru each and one detail of the rooms. Peles castle is also known as the Pearl of the Carpathian. After Peles head back to Bucharest. End of service.

What's included

INCLUDED

Transport by minivan vehicle
2 Homemade dinner in a Maramures house
2 nights overnight accommodation in Maramures region
Dinner (2)
Professional English Speaking Guide
Breakfast (2)
Fuel surcharge
Live commentary on board
Local taxes

NOT INCLUDED

Entrance fees ( 50 euros per person)
Other Meals/drinks unless specified
Photo fees
Gratuities
Overnight accommodation in Sibiu, Sighisoara and Brasov not included

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note that Transfagarasan Road is open only between June-October.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Single supplement only for Maramures region – 100 euro per room.
Tour Guide will set departure point and time for every day of the trip

Location

Address
Piata Arcul de Triumf, Bucharest, Romania 011453

Provider

One Excellence Tours

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