Cultural holidays
Transylvania Castles & Bucharest
Bucharest's grand boulevards, Peleș and Bran castles, and the medieval towns of Brașov, Sighișoara and Sibiu.
Trip at a glance
- Duration7 days / 6 nights
- Starts inRomania
- RouteRomania
- Places1 destination
- CountryRomania
- Ideal forCultural holidays, Couples' holidays
- Trip stylePrivate, customisable
- Package codeNX-A9NCAF
Best time to visit: May to September
Sighișoara – Romania
Trip overview
Bucharest's grand boulevards, Peleș and Bran castles, and the medieval towns of Brașov, Sighișoara and Sibiu.
The route spends 6 nights in Romania, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits cultural holidays and couples' holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.
Highlights
Bran CastlePeleș CastleBrașov old town
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Romania
- Arrive via Henri Coandă International Airport and transfer to your hotel
- Check in and settle in
- Later: Brașov old town: Black Church and Council Square
Day 2Romania: Palace of the Parliament and Bran Castle
- Palace of the Parliament: One of the largest buildings in the world
- Bran Castle: Hilltop castle linked to the Dracula legend
Day 3Romania: Sighișoara and Transfăgărășan Road
- Sighișoara: Inhabited medieval citadel, UNESCO-listed
- Transfăgărășan Road: Spectacular mountain highway (summer only)
Day 4Romania: Castle trail through Transylvania and Transfăgărășan drive
- Castle trail through Transylvania
- Transfăgărășan drive
Day 5Romania: Painted monasteries of Bucovina and Hiking in the Carpathians
- Painted monasteries of Bucovina
- Hiking in the Carpathians
Day 6Romania at your own pace
- A free day in Romania. Relax, shop or add an optional excursion; ask us for ideas
Day 7Depart from Romania
- Breakfast and hotel check-out
- Transfer to Henri Coandă International Airport for your journey home
How this version is planned
- Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites
- Timed tickets booked for sites that need them
- Craft, music or cooking experiences added where they fit
- Time built in to explore old quarters on foot
- A relaxed pace with two-night stays where possible
This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.
Good to know
- Romania: The Transfăgărășan is usually open only from July to October; plan summer trips around it.
FAQs
Questions about this trip
Can I change this itinerary?
Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.
When is the best time for this trip?
Romania: May to September.
How do I start the trip from Chennai?
The trip begins in Romania (Henri Coandă International Airport, Bucharest (OTP)). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.
How much does this package cost?
We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.
What documents do I need?
A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.
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