Top Transylvania Historical Tours - page 3

Get the most out of your visit to Hunedoara and Alba Iulia on this guided full-day tour from Cluj. Traveling with a very small group of just seven people or fewer means you'll get personalized attention from your guide and plenty of chances to ask questions. Catch the changing of the guards show at Alba Iulia, or take in the Gothic architecture at Hunyard Castle in Hunedoara.

Choose your morning or afternoon departure time for this tour of the Turda Salt Mines. With tickets in hand and a guide in the lead, you'll start exploring right away. Get the most out of your visit with guided commentary teaching you about the history and economic importance of the salt mines.

Discover the Saxon history of Transylvania with this small-group tour from Sibiu. Visit several of the region’s most important attractions, each with its own ties to the Saxon settlement of the region. See the fortified church of Biertan, the walled citadel of Sighișoara, and the colorful medieval center of Medias, as your tour guide shares their history with you. Places on this tour are limited to 7 people.

Explore Sighisoara and the countryside beauty of Szekely Land in a day with this private day trip. The tour benefits from transportation in a private air-conditioned vehicle—a comfortable alternative to crowded public transport. Along the way, learn about local culture, nature spots, gastronomy, and history, as you travel between interesting landmarks—such as the Medieval Citadel of Sighisoara, Odorheiu Secuiesc, and the beautiful Bear Lake.

Discover the legends behind the star-shaped Alba Carolina Fortress and descend into an underground salt mine and theme park on this combo tour from Cluj-Napoca. Learn about Alba Iulia’s ancient Roman history and stop for lunch in the storybook village of Rimetea before riding in a glass elevator into the depth of the Turda Salt Mine, where a ferris wheel, golf course, and lake are mingled with historic mining chambers.

This full-day tour of two Fortified cities of Romania, Sibiu and Sighisoara from Brasov will let you discover the beauty of Transylvania with its old and full of historic buildings, Sighisoara is one of the best-preserved towns in Europe. The first stop is Sighisoara, the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, Dracula. Here we will feel medieval because Sighisoara is one of the best-preserved cities in Europe and the only city in Romania which looks exactly the same way as in the 16th century and it is also the last still inhabited medieval citadel not only in Transylvania but in whole Europe. After the visit to Sighisoara, we hit the road to Sibiu, where we will have a walking tour, we’ll discover the facts and the legends behind the fortification of Sibiu, the historical churches or the romantic squares. The tour will be also a good opportunity to find out more about the historical, geographical, economical or cultural aspects of Sibiu, Transylvania and Romania, in general.

If you’re looking to explore Romania’s most impressive castles but don’t have a way to get around to them all, book this Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Cantacuzino Castle Tour from Brasov that provides more than just transport. Along with round-trip transport from Brasov, visit all three castles with a guide who organizes a private tour inside them all. Plus, a stop at Manastirea Sinaia is also made to take in the great views.

Transylvania is famous for the historical landmarks that shape its legends, but it can be difficult to tick off its highlights in a day. Travel with ease to dispersed and diverse locations, including Medias, Biertan, and Sighisoara, and gain insight into the historic churches, citadels, and local communities from your professional guide on this small-group tour

Don’t let limited time in Transylvania stop you ticking off the area’s top attractions. This day trip from Brasov, which is designed with first-time visitors in mind, transports you between dispersed attractions with ease and allows you to admire the spectacular scenery of Transylvania. Plus, exploring with a guide means that you’ll be party to historical information that brings each castle and church to life.

Discover the history and highlights of Cluj-Napoca — a thriving university town proclaimed the European Youth Capital in 2015. On this half-day walking tour, stroll through the Baroque city center with a local guide, stopping to hear the stories behind landmarks like the Gothic Cathedral of St. Michael, the Banffy Palace and the unique Mirror Street. Delve into the area’s ancient past at the National History Museum of Transylvania, and relax among the fragrant blooms at the Botanical Gardens.

Delve into the ancient history of Transylvania during a private tour of Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) and Rasnov Fortress from Sibiu. An ideal introduction for first-time visitors, this private tour ensures you receive the undivided attention of your guide and comes with the flexibility to tweak your itinerary to include additional stops. Plus, letting someone else drive gives you more time to enjoy the area’s spectacular scenery.

Transylvania is a mythic land of Gothic castles and mist-shrouded forests. Ensure you make the most of your time in the Romanian region on this 4-hour tour of Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) and Rasnov Fortress from Brasov. Travel through the dramatic Carpathian Mountains, take guided tours of each ancient landmark, and learn about Brasov’s turbulent history. This small-group tour is limited to 15 travellers to ensure you receive personalized attention from your guide.

Enjoy a cultural adventure away from the tourist crowds on a 2-day tour of the Maramures region. All-inclusive transportation takes your group to Surdesti, Sapanta, and Bogdan Voda. Visit the Surdesti Wooden Church, before stopping at the unexpectedly uplifting Merry Cemetery. After a restful night at a guesthouse, take a scenic train ride into the Vaser Valley where you can see the wooden church of St. Nicholas.

Check off a few of Transylvania’s architectural jewels on this private excursion to Caraiman Monastery and Peles Castle from Brasov. Take a route through the Carpathian Mountains to discover Peles and Pelisor Castles, Neo-Renaissance jewels shrouded in legend, Cantacuzino Castle, and Sinaia Monastery. In the summer months, ascend to Cota for panoramic mountain vistas. Round-trip transport from your Brasov hotel is included.

Bucovina is a region in northern Romania known for its traditional villages and UNESCO-listed Painted Monasteries. This private guided tour includes hotel pickup and lets you leave logistics to someone else while you enjoy sightseeing. Visit painted monasteries, explore villages, and try authentic local cuisine with your personal guide and driver.

Skip the hassle of car hire whilst still ticking off more of Transylvania’s castles in less time on a hassle-free day trip from Brasov. An ideal choice for visitors interested in Romania’s ancient history, this tour transports you between Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle), the White Tower (Turnul Alb), and Poiana Brasov with ease, and offers an insider’s perspective into the history and culture of Transylvania. Plus, convenient hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Transfagarasan road - built as a strategic military route, it is the highest (2042m) and most dramatic paved road in Romania. It runs North to South across the highest sections of the Carpathian Mountains. The road connects the historic regions of Transylvania and Wallachia. Fagaras mountains – the highest mountains of Romania and the Carpathian range with highest peak Moldoveanu -2544m. Balea Lac is a natural glacier lake at 2040m, 360 meters long, 240 meters wide and 11 meters deep Balea Waterfall with its 60 meters height it is one of the most famous waterfalls in Romania

The historical landmarks of Transylvania are dazzling yet dispersed. Travel between the area’s UNESCO World Heritage sites in climate-controlled comfort during a day trip from Brasov that provides a comprehensive introduction for first-time visitors. You’ll receive personalized attention from your guide in a small group limited to seven and benefit from insider info about Sighisoara Citadel and the ancient village of Viscri.

Take a day trip from Brasov to visit the Libearty Brown Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti on this half-day tour. With a private guide, head to the "resort" that's been designed to care for the well-being of over 100 rescued bears. See how the bears live in the open spaces of the park that features forests, streams, and ponds after years spent in captivity.

Discover the rich history of the Transylvanian Saxons on this full-day group tour from Cluj-Napoca. Explore Sibiu's UNESCO-listed Old Town, then visit the picturesque villages of Sibiel and Fantanele to immerse yourself in their unique charm. With expert insights from your guide at every stop, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the Saxon heritage and culture.

Sibiu was the largest medieval town in Transylvania and the European Capital of Culture in 2007. Sibiu is home to the first hospital in Romania (1292), the first pharmacy (1494) and the oldest museum in Romania, the Brukenthal Museum. Walking tour - Time to enjoy the pedestrian areas of the old town Big Square - Haller House - Brukenthal Museum - Town Hall - Catholic Church - Council Tower - Small Square with the „Eyes of the City“ - Luxemburg House - Pharmacy Museum - Liars` Bridge - Huet Square - Evangelic Church - Stairs Passage - „The Lower City“ - Orthodox Cathedral - Citadel wall with the 3 towers - Thalia Hall - Schiller Square - The General`s Tunnel – end of the tour in the Big Square. Visit Astra open air village museum that spreads across a 96 ha area of which an area of 40 ha is covered by the permanent exhibition which is the largest open air ethnographic exhibition in Europe.The museum hosts original monuments representative for the values of the Romanian village.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Brașov on a private tour of its surrounding attractions, including Rupea Citadel, UNESCO-listed Viscri fortified church, and Sighişoara. Gain insight into the region’s history and culture from your guide and enjoy seamless transfer between dispersed sites via air-conditioned vehicle. Relax after a full day’s sightseeing with return transportation from your Brașov hotel.

Without putting in the hours of research time, it can be hard to assess the best places to visit in Targu Mures—especially those hidden places that locals love. Make the most of your time in the city and hear stories about its history and architecture with this private guided walking tour. As well as seeing a local farmers’ market and the medieval citadel of Targu Mures Fortress, the tour also showcases multiple museums.

Uncover the history of Bran Castle and Burzenland on this small-group tour from Brasov. Learn about Transylvania’s Saxon influence and the castle’s association with Dracula directly from your professional guide, then visit two UNESCO-listed fortified churches to widen your perspective of the region’s cultural heritage. Plus, round-trip transfer by air-conditioned minivan ensures a hassle-free trip, leaving you free to admire the Carpathian landscape.