3 - Day Medieval Transylvania Private Tour from Brasov

Description 3 - Day Medieval Transylvania Private Tour from Brasov

Travel with no schedule. Whether you choose to explore nature, culture and local traditions, saxon villages, it is up to you! We visit Bran Castle aka Dracula's Castle, Rupea Fortress, Viscri Saxon Fortified Church, Sighisoara, Biertan Fortified Church, Sibiu, Corvin Castle and more!

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Romania’s Transylvanian region offers a fascinating window into a lost Europe, with medieval castles, towns and churches that seem caught in a time warp. This trip takes you into the heart of the region for a fascinating look so don’t forget your camera!

Highlights

 

• Breakfast included

• Dinner included

• Free hotel pickup and drop-off included

• Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide/driver

What You Can Expect

 

Explore Transylvania’s most impressive citadels and discover why the region is steeped in mysterious lore, on a fascinating  3 day private trip from Brașov. Immerse yourself in the legends of Transylvania with a visit to Bran Castle, visit a UNESCO World Heritage-listed church in the medieval village of Viscri, and wander through the fortified Saxon town of Sighişoara — known as the birthplace of the warlord who inspired Bram Stoker’s Count Dracula, learn the history of the imposing, 14th-century Rupea Fortress on a guided tour. Wandering through the medieval towns of Transylvania, it’s easy to forget what century you’re in. Finally, we visit the impressive Biertan fortified church and Sibiu medieval city. Declared for Cultural capital of Europe Sibiu was once the king of the Transylvanian Saxon towns, serving as capital and dominating cultural activity. Sibiu is home to the first hospital in Romania (1292), the first pharmacy (1494) and the oldest museum in Romania, the Brukenthal Museum, opened in 1817. A must is to visit Corvin Castle, also known as Hunyadi Castle or Hunedoara Castle, a Gothic-Renaissance castle in Hunedoara, Romania, one of the largest castles in Europe.

A short drive brings you to Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’ — a hilltop estate that conjures up visions of howling wolves and bats fluttering in the moonlight. Wander the castle’s Gothic chambers and learn about its ties to Bram Stoker’s undead antihero. Enter if you dare, after paying the site fee (own expense), and wander through the castle’s many well-preserved rooms and chambers with your guide. Gothic furnishings and details help set the scene for ghastly legends of all that happened here, including the imprisonment of Vlad the Impaler. This 15th-century prince was notorious for his bloodthirsty campaigns against invading Turks and is said to have inspired Stoker’s malevolent Count Dracula.

Than we drive about 1.5 hour to visit the hilltop Rupea Fortress, which was built for defense in the 1300s and later repurposed as a Saxon village in the 18th century. Visit the citadel inside the walls for a guided tour (own expense), and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. After a short drive we visit the 14th-century village of Viscri, built by Saxon colonists. As you approach, admire the impressive whitewashed walls and red-roofed towers that surround the village, designed to protect early inhabitants from invading Turks. Wander the rustic streets of the village and visit its UNESCO World Heritage-listed church (own expense). Continue on to the remarkably well-preserved Sighişoara, so rich in history that the entire town is a UNESCO site. Hear about the medieval town’s legendary former resident Vlad the Impaler, a Wallachian prince and warlord who inspired Bram Stoker’s fictional character Dracula. Explore with our guide Sighişoara’s cobblestoned streets, bell tower and citadel on your own, and visit a café to purchase lunch if you wish. We spend 1 night to a nice guesthouse in Sighisoara or nearby (depending of availabitity). Next day we drive to visit Biertan and Sibiu. We spend 1 night in Sibiu at a local guesthouse. We drive about 90 minutes to visit Corvin Castle. Finally, we drive back to Brasov.

 

Details

Rates:

• 459 euro/person for a group up to 4 people

 

 

Inclusions

• 2 nights accommodation

• Bottled water

• Breakfast

• Dinner

• Professional guide and driver

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Private tour

• Transport by private vehicle or by air-conditioned minivan

• Fuel surcharge

• Local taxes

 

Exclusions

• Entrance fees

• Drinks

• Lunch

• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

 

Additional info

 

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

• A maximum of 4 people per booking

 

Terms and conditions

All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

 

Departure point

From your location in Brasov or from The History Museum Piata Sfatului Square, central Braşov

 

Departure time

8:30 am

 

Duration

3 days

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