Cultural Trip to the Transylvanian Alps

Summary

We start the tour from your location at 8 in the morning heading to Sinaia. After two hours driving we will stop to visit the monastery in Sinaia were we discover the monastic life in an Orthodox monastery. Next visit is at the Peles Castle, a former summer royal residence, built by the first Romanian King, Carol I-st in the 19-20th centuries. Continue crossing the Carpathian Mountains to Bran on one-hour drive and discover one of the most famous places in the world, the Bran Castle and the legend of Dracula. We can have lunch either in Bran or in Brasov, the place we will drive to explore the remains of the medieval town, the Black Church, Council Tower, Rope Street, Weavers Bastion, St. Nicholas Church and the First Romanian School. We return to Bucharest around 7-8 pm.

Tour info

Duration
1 hour - 2 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

The tour is a good introduction to the Romania's cultural heritage, history and life. Along the you will discover the beauty of the Charpathian Mountains with its famous castles, palaces and mediaeval towns.

What’s included?

  • Transportation by car and English guide/driver services. Hotel pickup and drop-off.

  • Fuel surcharge

  • Photos fees

  • Gratuities

  • Meals

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1-2 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Operated by:

Cultural Travel & Tours

About operator:

CT&T provides cultural tours of Romania and Bulgaria for individual tourists and for groups as well.

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