Fortified castles/citadels of Transylvania (2 Days Private Tour from Bucharest)

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Duration
2 days
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Why take this tour?

Step into the legendary land of charming Transylvania! The tour takes 2 full days (departure from Bucharest) and includes visits to the major medieval fortifications in the area of Transylvania: Brasov medieval city, Rasnov – a splendid fortified citadel from XV century and Sighisoara - one of the most beautiful, best-preserved and still inhabited medieval citadels in Europe. An optional visit would be Peles Castle in Sinaia. In the second day you will discover Rupea citadel - which is one of the oldest and best-conserved medieval sites in Romania, archaeological excavations showing the first signs of human settlements are dating from the Paleolithic and early Neolithic and Prejmer fortress - the largest fortified church in southeastern Europe. An optional visit would be Dracula Castle in Bran Our guide will present you the history of medieval defense structures, how people used to defeat the enemies and how this ended up being part of our Romanian culture.

What’s included?

  • Breakfast

  • Overnight accommodation in Sighisoara (3* hotel)

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bucharest

  • Private tour with a local guide

  • Transport by private airconditioned vehicle

  • Entry/Admission - Brasov Historical Center

  • Entry/Admission - Centrul Istoric Sighișoara

  • Food and drinks

  • Photo fees

  • Entrance fee to the tourist attractions

  • Entry/Admission - Peleș Castle

  • Entry/Admission - Rasnov Citadel

  • Entry/Admission - Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

  • Entry/Admission - Cetatea Rupea

  • Entry/Admission - Peasant Fortified Church at Prejmer

  • Entry/Admission - Black Church (Biserica Neagra)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 2 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Crafted Tours Romania

About operator:

Our company organizes exclusively private tours all over Romania. We do feel happy and honored to organize tours in Romania with people from all around the world. What can be more beautiful and energizing than visiting the beautiful landscapes of Carpathian mountains, discover the rural and authentic life in the Saxon villages, medieval citadels, castles, take a tour in the wildlife of Danube Delta with its endangered species of birds or just explore the urban and modern life of Romanian cities and Bucharest, the capital.

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