Transylvania is a land of ornate gothic castles, ruggedly beautiful mountains, spruce forests and historic towns. This tour will begin and end in Bucharest, where you'll stay in the hip Lipscani district.
You'll journey into the beautiful Carpathian Mountains of Transylvania. Covered by pristine forest, this region is home to Europe's largest bear population, as well as wolves and lynx.
You'll stay close to Brasov's Old Town square, so you'll easily be able to explore the city's quaint, cobbled streets, mediaeval Saxon walls, gothic-style Black Church and lively cafes and bars.
Also on the schedule is a visit to one of Romania's loveliest mediaeval towns, the UNESCO-listed Sighişoara, and trips to two of Romania's most famous castles, the iconic Bran Castle, inspiration for Bram Stoker's Dracula and the Neo-Renaissance Peleş Castle.
With all this and more to look forward to, a visit to Romania is sure to be a memorable adventure.
* 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 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).
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
Today, you'll transfer to Bucharest airport as your holiday comes to an end.
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* 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 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).