Dracula & Medieval Castles: Eastern Europe 8-Day Tour Package 7 Nights / 8 Days

After you arrive at Otopeni Henri Coanda International Airport, our representative will greet you and take you to the hotel. As we drive to the hotel, you will get a quick panoramic view of Bucharest, the capital of Romania. Once you reach the hotel, you will complete the check-in formalities and unwind. In preparation for this fantastic trip, you will enjoy dinner at the hotel.

After breakfast, we will take a panoramic tour of Bucharest City, visiting the most important tourist landmarks such as the Arch of Triumph, Victoriei Street, Enescu Museum, Atheneum, Royal Castle, Cretulescu Church, Hanul lui Manuc, Parliament Palace, and Patriarchal Church.

Then it proceeds to Azuga, Champagne tastings, by visiting Royal Cellar, then moving on to Peles Castle, the private house for the Royal family, a palace with excellent features, to check into their hotel. Overnight.

Start your day with a delicious breakfast in the hotel. Then, explore the legend of Dracula at Bran Castle, which has been transformed into a museum and is known as the summer residence of Queen Maria. Return to Brasov to explore the old town centre, Black Church, Rope Street, and city gates. Free time is available for lunch and shopping. Then, transfer to Predeal for accommodation and a festive dinner with a folklore program.

Explore Transylvania’s historical past by touring two UNESCO World Heritage-listed fortified churches: Prejmer and Harman. Built by Teutonic knights in 1212-1213, Prejmer is the largest fortified church in Southeastern Europe. Its 40-foot-high, 10—to 15-foot-thick walls have withstood 50 sieges over 500 years. Harman, meaning “Honey Castle,” is a 13th-century Saxon structure fortified by strong walls, bulwarks, and enormous towers.

After breakfast, visit the Fagaras Fortress, built in 1310 on the site of a former wooden fortress destroyed by the Tartars in 1241. Enlarged between the 15th and 17th centuries, it was among Transylvania’s strongest fortifications, surrounded by a deep moat filled from a nearby brook. Proceed to Sibiu, known for its cultural heritage and 2007 title as the European Capital of Culture. Big and Small Ring Explore and build houses, markets, cathedrals, and the Evangelical Parish Church in Huet Square, where Dracula’s son is buried. End the day in Sibiel, having a traditional Romanian dinner in a peasant’s home.

After breakfast, visit the Fagaras Fortress, built in 1310 on the site of a former wooden fortress destroyed by the Tartars in 1241. Enlarged between the 15th and 17th centuries, it was among Transylvania’s strongest fortifications, surrounded by a deep moat filled from a nearby brook. Proceed to Sibiu, known for its cultural heritage and 2007 title as the European Capital of Culture. Big and Small Ring Explore and build houses, markets, cathedrals, and the Evangelical Parish Church in Huet Square, where Dracula’s son is buried. End the day in Sibiel, having a traditional Romanian dinner in a peasant’s home.

Post-prandial take-off to Bucharest. Tour through the Cozia Monastery and pass by the resting place of Mircea the Old, its creator, as well as Prince Michael’s Brave mother; Curtea de Arges continue visiting, now, the royal family’s necropolis to explore the Manole legend who devoted his pregnant wife for finishing works on that project. Accommodate overnight and dinner in Bucharest.

Enjoy free time based on your flight schedule before your transfer to the airport.