12 Day Classic Romania

DAY 1, Thursday – Depart for Romania
Depart for Romania

DAY 2, Friday – Arrive in Bucharest
Arrive in Bucharest, the capital of Romania. Transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a light dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Bucharest
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Saturday – Bucharest City Tour
The tour begins at the impressive Palace of the Parliament. Then, head to Revolution Square before continuing north to view Bucharest’s Arch of Triumph, built to commemorate the bravery of Romanian soldiers who fought in WWI. The balance of the day is at leisure or, join the optional Communist Era Bucharest. Learn how communism shaped the country, hear about the anti-communist revolution and the fall of the Iron Curtain
Optional: Communist Era Bucharest
Overnight: Bucharest
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Sunday – Cozia Monastery, Sibiu Old Town
Journey along the Wallachian Plains and through the Olt Valley into the historical region of Transylvania. On the way, stop to visit Cozia Monastery. See original frescoes and the tomb of the ruler Mircea cel Batran, who built the monastery in the late 1300s. In the afternoon, arrive in Sibiu. During your walking tour, view the Old Town which features the Brukenthal National Museum, the Great Square, Huet Square, Liar’s Bridge and Goldsmiths’ Square. Tonight, dinner is at a local restaurant
Overnight: Sibiu
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5, Monday – Astra Open-Air Museum, Citadel Alba Carolina, Calnic Church
Head outside the city for a visit to the Astra open-air Museum. This collection of traditional farmhouses, thatched cottages, and artisans’ workshops offers insight into traditional Romanian village life. Afterward, drive to historic Alba Iulia to visit the Alba Carolina fortress. This star-shaped medieval fortress houses noteworthy museums and churches. Later, proceed to Calnic. Here, explore the Calnic Fortified Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 13th century, as a residence for Saxon nobility. Spend the evening at leisure or join the optional Sibiel with dinner at a local farmhouse
Optional: Sibiel Visit & Dinner at local farmhouse
Overnight: Sibiu
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6, Tuesday – Biertan, Medieval Sighisoara
This morning, travel further into the heart of Transylvania, passing by Saxon towns and villages, viewing their unique architecture. Stop in Biertan, an authentic Saxon village and visit the imposing fortified Gothic church. Later, discover Sighisoara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After lunch inside the former City Hall, begin a walking tour of the medieval center. Stroll along cobblestone streets, passing by the covered stairs, the clock tower, and Vlad Dracul House, where Vlad the Impaler, aka Dracula supposedly was born. Proceed to Targu Mures with the evening at leisure
Overnight: Targu Mures
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 7, Wednesday – Targu Mures City Tour, Travel to Piatra Neamt
The day begins with a morning city tour of Targu Mures. Visit the Art Deco Palace of Culture. View the intricate mahogany woodwork, frescoes, and Italian marble staircase. Tour the Great Hall used for concerts and the celebrated Hall of Mirrors. Continue to Teleki-Bolyai Library, founded at the end of the 18th century. After, travel along the Red Lake towards the historical region of Moldova. En route, stop for lunch before continuing through the scenic Bicaz Canyon to Piatra Neamt for overnight
Overnight: Piatra Neamt
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 8, Thursday – Full Day in Piatra Neamt
Spend the day at leisure or perhaps, join the full day optional tour to the famous Painted Monasteries of Humor, Voronet & Neamt. Visit Bukovina’s monasteries, among the most unique in all Christendom and whose exteriors are coated in beautiful 15th and 16th century frescoes. Tonight, have dinner along with an entertaining traditional folklore show
Optional: World-Famous Painted Monasteries: Humor, Voronet & Neamt
Overnight: Piatra Neamt
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 9, Friday – Onesti, Brasov City Tour
Today, travel back to Transylvania. On the way, stop to visit Onesti, the birthplace of famous gymnast and five-time Olympic gold medalist Nadia Comaneci. Tour the school where she studied and trained. Afterward, cross the Carpathian Mountains and travel through Covasna County to medieval Brasov. Embark on a tour of the city with its cobbled streets, imposing watchtowers and Baroque buildings. Visit the First Romanian School Museum to view the impressive collection of rare books and manuscripts. This evening, savor dinner at a local restaurant
Overnight: Brasov
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 10, Saturday – Prejmer Fortified Church, Bran Castle
Begin your day with a visit to Prejmer Fortified Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The church was founded by Teutonic Knights and features a sophisticated defensive system. Next, drive to Bran and visit the medieval Bran Castle, shrouded by mystery and legend. The castle, located on a rocky promontory was made famous by Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula. After, return to Brasov with time at leisure
Overnight: Brasov
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 11, Sunday – Peles Castle, Bucharest
This morning, stop in Sinaia, en route to Bucharest. Here, visit the romantic Peles Castle, former summer residence of Romania’s first royal family. The castle is a masterpiece of German Neo-Renaissance architecture. Its 160 rooms are decorated with the finest examples of European art. Later, continue to Bucharest. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Tonight, at dinner, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Bucharest
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 12, Monday – Depart Romania
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast