Known for its gothic castles perched on mysterious mountains and historic medieval towns, explore captivating Transylvania and visit Dracula’s castle

In the heart of Romania, you'll find the Transylvania region, most famous for its Dracula connection, but you'll discover much more on this seven-night tour, beginning in Bucharest. You'll stay in the Lipscani district, in the beautiful old town before travelling north to Brasov.

Known for its medieval Saxon walls, there will be plenty of time to explore the city's sights, including the gothic Black Church, and you'll also enjoy a visit to the Neo-Renaissance Peles Castle. You'll then head to Transylvania's most famous castle - Bran Castle, often referred to as Dracula's Castle as it said to have inspired Bram Stoker.

You'll then travel into the Carpathian Mountains, surrounded by thick forest and home to Europe's largest bear population. You may also see lynx and wolves. Visit picturesque, rural towns including Sibiu, Sighișoara and Saxon village, Viscri. The Sighișoara fortress is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the last inhabited fortress in Europe.

Journey back to Bucharest, and enjoy an overnight stay to get know more of this capital city before the tour comes to an end.

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Price includes

  • Return flights London Heathrow - Bucharest (regional airports available on request and at a supplement)
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • All transfers while in Romania
  • The services of a bilingual guide throughout the trip
  • Accommodation in comfortable, well-located hotels throughout the trip
  • All breakfasts, one lunch, and one dinner
  • Entry to Peles Castle and Bran Castle
  • Entry to the Libearty Bear Sanctuary
  • Visit to Sighișoara
  • Entry to the ASTRA Outdoor Folk Museum
  • Horse and cart ride through Viscri, exclusively for Hearst readers

Availability

From
Sat, Sat, Sep 23, 2023
To
Fri, Fri, Sep 29, 2023
Duration
7 Days
Price per person
£1,299*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement £305. Deposit 20% plus flights. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips, and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded).

From
Sat, Sat, Oct 14, 2023
To
Sat, Sat, Oct 21, 2023
Duration
8 Days
Price per person
£1,299*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement £305. Deposit 20% plus flights. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips, and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded).

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Itinerary

  1. Day
    1
    Bucharest
    Bucuresti, Romania

    Today, you'll arrive in Bucharest and transfer to your boutique accommodation in the Lipscani district, where you'll be greeted with a coffee or glass of wine before you head out into the old town to explore the plethora of local restaurants and bars.

  2. Day
    2
    Brașov and Peles Castle
    Brasov, Romania

    After breakfast, you'll journey into Transylvania, stopping for a tour around the divine Peles Castle before checking into your hotel in Brașov. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring the charming mediaeval Saxon town and getting to know your surroundings.

    Meals - Breakfast
  3. Day
    3
    Free time in Brașov
    Brasov, Romania

    There's more free time today to explore beautiful Brașov. Maybe you'll head to the gothic-style Black Church or wander along the mediaeval city walls. There will be optional extra activities such as walking tours and even an opportunity to see wild bears in a nearby hide (optional excursion).

    Meals - Breakfast
  4. Day
    4
    Bran Castle
    Bran, Romania

    You'll travel to Bran Castle this morning. Better known as Dracula's Castle, this imposing fortress is believed to have inspired the castle in Bram Stoker's famous novel.

    After visiting the castle, you'll travel to Amfiteatrul, a traditional inn on a hilltop site with panoramic mountain views. Spend some time here soaking in the stunning rural countryside before enjoying a traditional Romanian meal in the evening and spending the night at the inn.

    Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
  5. Day
    5
    Viscri
    Viscri, Romania

    This morning, you'll transfer to the Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti. This impressive sanctuary is now the home of 100 brown bears, rescued from miserable living conditions, and is recognised by many specialists as the most ethical bear sanctuary in the world. It spans 69 leafy hectares of coniferous forest near Brasov.

    It's then time to travel to the picturesque rural village of Viscri, where King Charles owns a property. Take a horse and cart ride through the village, exclusively for Hearst readers and enjoy a tour and an authentic lunch at a local house before travelling to a neighbouring village to check in to your traditional Transylvanian guesthouse.

    Meals - Breakfast, Lunch
  6. Day
    6
    Sibiu and Sighișoara
    Sighisoara, Romania

    Today, you'll travel to the mediaeval citadel of Sighișoara for lunch (not included). This citadel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features perfectly-preserved mediaeval stone streets and buildings.

    Later, you'll travel to the beautiful town of Sibiu and check in to your hotel. You will have the rest of the day to explore the town at your own pace.

    Meals - Breakfast
  7. Day
    7
    Bucharest and Transfagarasan
    Bucuresti, Romania

    This morning, you'll visit the outstanding ASTRA Outdoor Folk Museum, one of Europe's biggest outdoor museums and gives a fantastic insight into traditional rural Romanian life around the country.

    You'll then travel via the 'best road in the world' (according to Jeremy Clarkson), the Transfagarasan, up to the peace and quiet of Balea Lake. You'll enjoy lunch (not included) and a wander before returning to Bucharest, where you'll check in to your boutique accommodation in the heart of the Lipscani district.

    Meals - Breakfast
  8. Day
    8
    Bucharest
    Bucuresti, Romania

    Today, you'll transfer to Bucharest airport as your holiday comes to an end.

    Meals - Breakfast

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Availability

From
Sat, Sat, Sep 23, 2023
To
Fri, Fri, Sep 29, 2023
Duration
7 Days
Price per person
£1,299*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement £305. Deposit 20% plus flights. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips, and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded).

From
Sat, Sat, Oct 14, 2023
To
Sat, Sat, Oct 21, 2023
Duration
8 Days
Price per person
£1,299*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement £305. Deposit 20% plus flights. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips, and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded).

Call now to book 02045256950
Quote ref: TST TRANSYLVANIA