Guide

English speaking guide services

Meals

6 breakfasts, 4 dinners

Others

Entry fees to: Snagov Monastery, Tirgoviste Citadel, Peles Palace, Bran Castle, Salt Mines in Turda, Poienari Citadel, Corvinestilor Castle in Hunedoara. Special Events: The Ritual of Killing of a Living Dead in Turda, Dracula's Wedding, Sezatoare (Evening sitting) in Turda. *July edition excludes Dracula's Wedding

Transport

All transfers inside the 7-day tour by coach, minibus or car - air conditioned, depending on the number of travelers. Pick up: Moxa Boutique Hotel, 129 Calea Victoriei, crossroads 4 Mihail Moxa Street, Sect. 1, Bucharest, on the first day of the tour at 10:00 am local time. Hotel Drop off included on the last day of the tour around 7:00 pm.

Accommodation

3 nights in 4* hotels, 3 nights in 3* hotels, centrally located

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Others

Photo & video tax and other not mentioned

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Day 1 Day 1: Bucharest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Bucharest

Welcome to Romania ! Our English speaking guide connects with you at Moxa Boutique Hotel, centrally located in Bucharest. Drive to Snagov to visit Snagov Monastery where, according to the legend, Vlad was buried after his assassination. The monastic establishment is located on a small island of Snagov Lake. The architectural style of the monastery follows the architectural pattern that is characteristic to the monasteries on the Holy Mount Athos in Greece . Your first day in Romania ends with a welcome dinner in one of Bucharest's top traditional restaurants. Accommodation: 4* hotel Meals: Welcome dinner Entry fees: Snagov Monastery
Day 2 Bucharest – Curtea De Arges - Sibiu (280 Km, 4H 32 Min Driving)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bucharest – Curtea De Arges - Sibiu (280 Km, 4H 32 Min Driving)

Drive to Sibiu. On the way, stop in Curtea de Arges. Visit the famous Monastery and discover the legend of its builder, Master Manole. Evening in Sibiu, the European Cultural Capital for 2007. The fortified town of Sibiu has been the centre of Romania’s German minority since medieval times and it is one of Romania’s most beautiful cities. The city contains the largest concentrations of tourist attractions in Romania. Accommodation: 4* hotel Meals: breakfast Entry fees: Poienari citadel
Day 3 Day 3: Sibiu – Hunedoara – Alba Iulia - Turda (272 Km, 3H 27 Min Driving)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Sibiu – Hunedoara – Alba Iulia - Turda (272 Km, 3H 27 Min Driving)

Sibiu – Hunedoara – Alba Iulia – Turda - Cluj (309 km, 3h 56 min driving) 8:00 AM – 09:00 AM Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. We leave the impressive medieval town of Sibiu and head next to Hunedoara. Visit the greatest Gothic style castle in Romania, Corvinesti. The edifice was built in the 14th Century, on the site of a former Roman camp. It served as a fortress until the mid-1400's, when it became the residence of Transylvania's ruler, Iancu de Hunedoara. Iancu upgraded the fortress and it soon became the most beautiful castle in Transylvania. From Hunedoara drive to Turda, a small town with an intimate medieval atmosphere, home to one of the oldest Salt Mines in Romania. Delight yourself with a vampire menu for dinner, a delicious reason to travel to Transylvania! Join us for the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead* and help us save an unfortunate spirit from the evil ‘strigoi’! Next, drive to Cluj-Napoca and accommodate in a cozy 4* hotel. This will be a late arrival in Cluj- Napoca ( around 22.00) Accommodation: 4* Hotel Meals: Breakfast and vampire menu for dinner (3 course dinner) Entry Fee: Corvinesti Castle Special Events: Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead*, Salt mine Turda *The Ritual of Killing of The Living Dead takes place for groups of at least 4 people
Day 4 Cluj-Napoca –Bistrita (144 Km, 2H 40 Min Driving)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cluj-Napoca –Bistrita (144 Km, 2H 40 Min Driving)

Prepare for a city tour of Cluj-Napoca revealing beautiful medieval buildings such as Saint Andrews Cathedral. Today you’ll enjoy a stunning scenery, following into the footsteps of Jonathan Harker, the protagonist of Bram Stoker’s novel, Dracula. Drive to Bistrita, accommodate at the Golden Crown Hotel and delight yourself with Jonathan Harker menu for dinner. Accommodation: 4* Hotel Meals: Breakfast and dinner at the Golden Crown Restaurant Entry Fee: Salt Mine in Turda
Day 5 Bistrita - Sighisoara (143 Km, 2H 38 Min Driving)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bistrita - Sighisoara (143 Km, 2H 38 Min Driving)

Time to leave this wonderful area and head next to the medieval citadel of Sighisoara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded by Saxons during the 12th century, Sighisoara still stands as one of Europe ’s most beautiful and still inhabited fortified cities. Sighisoara is also the place where Vlad the Impaler, known as Dracula, was born. Submerge yourself in the medieval atmosphere by visiting Sighisoara’s main attractions: The Clock Tower – built in 1360 and standing 60 meters tall on top of the citadel's hill, it hosts a museum and offers a great view over the citadel. The Torture Room –this small but interesting museum is housed at the foot of the Clock Tower in the same room where prisoners were tortured and confessions were extorted during the Middle Ages. Some of the amazing torture instruments and methods are on display. The Medieval Weapon Collection – very small but it contains an interesting selection of medieval weapons (swords, arrows, etc.). Church of the Dominican Monastery, known for its Transylvanian renaissance carved altarpiece, baroque pulpit, Oriental carpets and 17th century organ. Accommodation: a charming 3* hotel located in the heart of the medieval citadel Meals: Breakfast Entry fees: Clock Tower, The Torture Room, The Medieval Weapon Collection Tip: You can serve dinner in Vlad Dracul house turned today in a cozy restaurant
Day 6 Day 6: Sighisoara - Bran - Brasov (171 Km, 2H 48 Min Driving)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Sighisoara - Bran - Brasov (171 Km, 2H 48 Min Driving)

Explore Transylvania's symbol, Bran Castle . The edifice owns its fame both to its unique charm and to the myth Bram Stoker created around Dracula. Documentary evidence of the castle dates back as far as 1377. Your next stop is the Medieval Saxon City of Brasov. The most famous landmark of Brasov is the Black Church, the largest gothic edifice in South-Eastern Europe . Accommodate in Brasov, 3* hotel, centrally located. Enjoy a local taste dinner and Attend Dracula’s Wedding - is a show set on stage by a professional band of actors. This is a non verbal performance. It’s very easy to understand that Dracula did not need words to charm a girl. The first time they met he appeared as a respectable noble, the second meeting revealed his true dark nature… Find out if the story has a happy ending. Accommodation: 3* hotel centrally located Meals: Breakfast and dinner Entry fees: Bran Castle Special events: Dracula's wedding* *This event takes place for groups of at least 5 travelers
Day 7 Day 7: Brasov - Sinaia - Targoviste - Bucharest (192 Km, 3H 44 Min Driving)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Brasov - Sinaia - Targoviste - Bucharest (192 Km, 3H 44 Min Driving)

Morning drive to Sinaia, the pearl of mountain resorts in Romania . Explore the main point of attraction, the royal Peles Castle . The edifice was built in 1873 and is an architectural mixture of theGerman School and neo-renaissance style. The castle has 160 rooms, all of them opulently decorated in leather and wood from the most valuable tree species. Peles Castle is one of the best preserved and the most beautiful royal residences in Europe. Continue your journey with Targoviste, former capital of Walachia County situated on the right bank of Ialomita River , to visit the ruins of Vlad Tepes old court . Late arrival in Bucharest , past 7:00 pm (based on normal traffic conditions). Should you wish to, we can complete your staying with an add-on program in Bucharest. Accommodation: NA Meals: Breakfast Entry fees: Peles Castle

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Dracula Tour In Romania From Bucharest Including 'The Ritual

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Itinerary of your trip Dracula Tour In Romania From Bucharest Including 'The Ritual

Day 1: Bucharest

Bucharest – Curtea De Arges - Sibiu (280 Km, 4H 32 Min Driving)

Day 3: Sibiu – Hunedoara – Alba Iulia - Turda (272 Km, 3H 27 Min Driving)

Cluj-Napoca –Bistrita (144 Km, 2H 40 Min Driving)

Bistrita - Sighisoara (143 Km, 2H 38 Min Driving)

Day 6: Sighisoara - Bran - Brasov (171 Km, 2H 48 Min Driving)

Day 7: Brasov - Sinaia - Targoviste - Bucharest (192 Km, 3H 44 Min Driving)

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