Transylvania Tour from Budapest to Bucharest: 4 days
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About This Tour in Budapest
Why Visit Budapest?
Budapest is a stunning city split by the Danube, known for thermal baths and grand architecture. Visit the Parliament building, relax in historic baths, and explore Castle Hill. Budapest offers beautiful bridges, rich history, and excellent value.
Getting to Budapest
The easiest way to reach Budapest is by flying into Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Hotel/Hostel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off
- Small-group tour (maximum 8 people per group)
- Live commentary on board
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fees
- No accommodation provided
- Liberty Bridge
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Peles Castle is closed on Mondays year-round and on Tuesdays from 1st of August, 2024, to 1st May 2025. If your tour is booked within this period then you will see Peles Castle from the outside. You will spend more time at Bran Castle and Brasov. Subject to change due to castle policy
- Your guide will assist you with purchasing the entrance tickets
- We do not provide pick-up or drop off service
- Tour Guide will set departure point and time for every day of the trip
- If you require assistance with overnight accommodation, we can provide at your request.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
We pick-up all of our travelers. Please do not forget to leave your address at time of booking.
End Point
Tours ends in Bucharest. Drop off will be made at a location of your choice.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Budapesta – Arad- Timisoara
On your first day meet with your guide and set out for Romania
On your first day meet with your guide and set out for Romania. You'll cross the border at Arad.
Stop 30 minutes
. The first stop will be in Arad for a short walking tour. Arad is one of the Transylvanian towns with rich culture, that can be observed through it’s architecture. Stroll the city streets to see City Hall Palace , the Palace of Culture , the neo-gothic and secessionist-style Red Church, the large domed Roman Catholic Church and the neo-classical State Theatre. If time allows it you can have lunch at one of the local restaurants.
In the afternoon reach Timisoara 30 minutes
In the afternoon reach Timisoara. This bustling city has been awarded European Capital of Culture 2019 due to it’s architecture that shows Turkish influence and massive Austro-Hungarian influence.
Timisoara – Corvin Castle – Alba Iulia – Sibiu
Start fresh in the morning after breakfast with... 1 hour
Start fresh in the morning after breakfast with your guide and head for your first stop at Corvin Castle. Explore this gothic castle to find it’s history that lays in the walls of this place.
After Corvin castle head for Alba-Iulia city 1 hour
After Corvin castle head for Alba-Iulia city. Alba-Iulia has an important cultural role in modern Romania as this is the place where the ancient and medieval history can be observed and also for the fact that this is where our country signed the unification treaty in 1918. Stroll the Old Town section to explore the history of this city.
In the afternoon reach Sibiu, where you will... 30 minutes
In the afternoon reach Sibiu, where you will be having a walking tour in the Old Town of Sibiu. Sibiu is a medium size city but with rich history and it was appointed the European Capital of Culture in 2007. Join our guide for a walking tour and explore the city.
Sibiu- Sighisoara – Brasov
Start fresh in the morning and set out... 1 hour
Start fresh in the morning and set out for Sighisoara city, a fairtale town where Vlad Dracula was born in 1431. Explore the city with our guide through a walking tour.
After Sighisoara set out for Brasov 30 minutes
After Sighisoara set out for Brasov. This medium size city is one the most favorite destination of most Romanian people as the Old Town preserves rich history. Enjoy a walking tour to observe the Black Church and the main gates of the city.
Brasov – Bran Castle – Peles Castle – Bucharest
Set out first thing in the morning for... 2 hours
Set out first thing in the morning for Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s castle. Visit the inside of this 14th century castle to find out the story about Vlad Dracula.
In the afternoon set out for Sinaia where you will stop at the Peles Castle 2 hours
In the afternoon set out for Sinaia where you will stop at the Peles Castle. This 19th century castle was built by the royal family of Romania and it’s still being preserved in the same way it did over a century ago. In the afternoon reach Bucharest. End of service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will…
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