Top Transylvania Private Sightseeing Tours - page 5

Get more out of limited time in Romania by choosing to go on a tour to uncover the natural wonders and local highlights of Turda. Don’t worry about doing research before your trip, as a full itinerary is planned out for you. Ride between sites in an air-conditioned private vehicle and make stops at Turda Salt Mine, and the magnificent Turda Gorge (Cheile Turzii).

Although this is not the Castle of Dracula, it is a historical monument that stands out for its antiquity, its Gothic architecture, its location on a natural rock of more than 60 meters and its history. Apart from visiting the castle we will know the history of one of the most interesting historical figures of the fifteenth century: Vlad Dracul, the historical character on which the Irish writer Bram Stoker was based to write his famous novel Dracula.

Begin your chronological journey at the venerable Franciscan Church, a medieval marvel dating back to the 13th century, steeped in historical significance. Traverse the labyrinthine streets to behold the ever-transforming façade of Catedrala Sfantul Mihail, adorned with the regal statue of King Matthew Corvinus. Union Square unfolds before you, a testament to Cluj's mercantile past, where traders and aristocrats once mingled amidst architectural splendor. Explore the intellectual enclave of Universitatea Babeș-Bolyai din Cluj-Napoca, a bastion of knowledge shaping Cluj's cultural identity. Piața Avram Iancu beckons with its turn-of-the-century allure, showcasing architectural gems and monuments that narrate Cluj's cultural evolution.

Avoid potential language barriers when figuring out local public transport networks, and enjoy a stress-free one-way transfer from Cluj-Napoca to Timisoara instead. As an added perk, sightseeing stops are included along the way. First, stop at Turda to visit its salt mine. Then, visit Alba Iulia to see its city walls, and St. Michael's Cathedral. After admiring local highlights, finish the trip with a drop-off in Timisoara.

Discover the hidden gems of Cluj-Napoca's Jewish heritage on an enchanting walking tour that unveils the rich history and vibrant culture of the Jewish community thriving there today. Wander through the city's historic streets as your expert guide leads you to iconic landmarks such as the Neolog Synagogue, the Orthodox Synagogue, the Prayer Home, and the Jewish Museum. Immerse yourself in the compelling stories of the past and present, as your guide shares fascinating tales of the Jewish community’s resilience and contributions to contemporary Transylvanian society. This tour offers an unparalleled glimpse into the enduring legacy of Cluj-Napoca's Jewish heritage. Adding a personal touch, your guide, Manuela, brings history to life with the remarkable story of her grandfather, Alexandru Chereches, honored with the title of Chasidei Umot HaOlam (Righteous Among the Nations). His courageous and inspiring story, revealed exclusively on this tour.

Green is the predominant color in this trip, we will travel north of Cluj Napoca with the purpose to discover the natural beauties of Salaj County. We will have five stops: The Garden of Dragons, Jibou Botanical Garden, Lavender Field, Roman Castrum Porolissum and the wooden church from the town of Breb. The tour is suitable for those who want to spend time in nature and to discover new things about the fauna and flora of Romania, it is not a commercial tour and the tourist objectives are less known by the ordinary tourist. But if you love nature and want to spend time with your group of friends or family on an private tour this day trip is definitely for you.

Enjoy an action-packed adventure into the Carpathian mountains of Maramures in northern Romania with this 5-day guided tour of Rodnei Mountains National Park. Hike to the park’s highest peak, ride the Mocanita steam train, and go for a horseback riding tour in a traditional village. Wake up each day with views of the mountains from your family-run overnight accommodation and travel with your personal guide and driver to your next activity.

With this tour from Brasov, you can visit two attractions in a day—Bran Castle and the Libearty Bear Sanctuary—without having to organize any transport arrangements. Instead, choose your preferred pickup point in Brasov, then enjoy a peaceful ride to see brown bears at a sanctuary, followed by a place associated with the legend of Count Dracula—Bran Castle, and an optional stop at Peles Castle.

Experience the best of Romania on this private full-day tour from Brașov, combining the spectacular Transfăgărășan Highway with the medieval charm of Sibiu. Travel one of the world's most scenic roads, famously described by Top Gear as "the best road in the world." During the winter season, when the road is closed, enjoy breathtaking mountain views from the cable car to Bâlea Lake. Continue to Sibiu, one of Romania's most beautiful cities and a former European Capital of Culture, where you'll explore its picturesque Old Town, visit the impressive Lutheran and Orthodox Cathedrals, and enjoy free time for lunch at one of the city's excellent local restaurants. With private transportation, hotel pickup and drop-off in Brașov, and a flexible itinerary tailored to your pace, this tour offers the perfect blend of spectacular landscapes, rich history, and authentic Romanian culture.

This carefully designed experience allows you to get a taste of the authentic rural life of Transylvania. You will meet a special beekeeper, who is an official honey supplier to the British Royal Court. You will learn all about bees and organic honey production, get kitted up in protective suits and meet the bees, also tasting their various types of honey. Although known to travelers, mostly because King Charles himself owns a house here, Viscri is populated by Saxons, Romanians and Gypsies, with families going about their regular life in a normal way. You will enjoy lunch in the yard of a local lady who will cook for you traditional dishes with fresh ingredients picked directly from her garden. She cooks for whoever joins at the table so the atmosphere is usually lively and people from all over the world meet and enjoy a meal together in a typical household. This is a 3 course lunch, with beverages included (water, elderberry specialty, wine, schnapps, coffee).

Explore the countryside of Brasov on this private off-road adventure. Enjoy pickup from your Brasov accommodations and a visit to the Liberty Bear Sanctuary and a tour of Bran Castle before going off-road in the hills near Bran Castle, with a stops at traditional houses for lunch and to sample homemade cheese and Romanian brandy.

This one day tour with departure and arriving in Brasov gives you the opportunity of visiting two special places in the former Wallachia: Sinaia and Targoviste. In Sinaia is Peles Castle, the Romanian Royal summer Residence till 1947 and in Targoviste, the former capital of Wallachia, other two objectives as different as historically important: the Princely Court, the well-known King Vlad Dracula’s residence and the place where the Ceausescu dictators were judged and executed.

Visit two of Transylvania’s most scenic and historic locations on this double-duty day trip, which stops at Biertan and Sighisoara. Highlights include centuries-old fortified churches, which once repelled Mongol invaders, and Sighisoara’s 14th-century clocktower and UNESCO-listed citadel. Learn about Romania’s medieval history—and local legends, like the real-life Dracula, Vlad the Impaler—along the way.

Discover two of Transylvania's biggest attractions, the medieval castle of Bran and the Bear Sanctuary. We will visit the largest brown bear sanctuary in the world, learn more about the incredible creatures, and know more about Dracula's legends. First, we will see from distance the Rasnov Fortress, a walled stone compound designed to ward off attacks by the fierce Tartars and used as a refuge for local villagers during medieval warfare. Next, we will bear watch at Bear Sanctuary, here time of 1 hour our guide will introduce us to the over 100 residents of the place and each of their unique stories. After this, we will visit the gorgeous gothic castle of Bran and visit the rooms that are full of history from 1377 to the modern days. In the afternoon you will have the chance to try the traditional Romanian food made by our hosts in their homes with natural local farm-fresh ingredients.

We leave Sibiu and drive on the most scenic road of Romania- Transfagarasan. Once we reach Balea Lake, we are leaving the car and start the hiking adventure in Fagaras Mountain Range. Our hiking trail starts from 2030 m or 6660 ft, climb onto the left bank of glacier dale and it reach the maximum altitude of 2351 m or 7713 ft. after 2 hrs. Along this hike you will admire Transfagarasan Scenic Road and take some stunning pictures of the wild nature of Carpathian Mountains. Depending on your physical condition, weather and your equipment, we can extend this hiking tour, reaching the fifth highest peak or Fagaras Massif. Once we finish the hike we can descend to Balea Lake, the place where we dropped the car and we can have a nice lunch. Before starting the tour, your mountain guide will give you all the necessary information so you can choose the difficulty (easy or medium) of the trail and the time you will spend hiking. For this tour we require hiking boots and a good rain jacket.

After a two hour drive to Harghita county, meet your instructors and the dogs for our dog sledding tour. There will be a short briefing, during which you will learn the basics of driving a sled. Each person will be given a sled and 8-10 husky, depending on the weight. Afterwards, together with your musher, you will begin a 8-10 kilometers / 6 miles tour on the snow covered hills and meadows, reaching beautiful viewpoints with amazing scenery. During the activity, improve your mushing skills and learn how to control your own pack of dogs in the white wilderness of Harghita county. Feel the wind in your face and imagine how life was many years ago, when Nordic people used dogs for transportation. You will take as many breaks as you want to enjoy the surroundings and take amazing photos with the places. Note: The price for this tour is available for weights, between 40 to 79 kg. If your weight is more than 79 kg, please contact us for the correct price.

MINIMUM 4PAX!! The tour starts with Bran Castle presenting the story of the castle together with the legend vs. truth about the cruel Vlad Dracula - The Impaler. You can buy several "Dracula” gifts at the souvenir market just outside the castle, but also local handmade artifacts of wool and wood. Then, continue to Peles Palace in Sinaia. The inside visit will be the highlight of your day; the detailed ornaments in every room will take you back to the early 20th century and make you admire every inch of it's artwork. The tour ends with a wine tasting at the famous Cellars of Rhein-Azuga, supplier of the Romanian Royal Court between the world wars. Tourists can discover the art of sparkling wine production by the traditional method used in Champagne, which involves a second fermentation of the wine in the bottle for at least 12 months. Azuga Rhein Cellars were opened in 1892 and were recognized between the two world wars as the Romania’s "Royal Court Provider"

Departure from Brasov in the morning, at 8am. At 11am - visit of the cheese processing workshop and the visitor center ( visit and presentation of the household ), tasting of cheeses (min 2 types), yogurt, sausages, wine Continue with the visit of Praid Salt Mine. The underground visiting place is on "Level 50” which is on 120 m deep from the surface. The private transport of the people is with buses on a 1250 m long tunnel to the entrance gate of the visiting base. Free time for lunch - the guide will recommend you a very good location (the lunch is NOT included in the price of the tour) Continue then with a guided tour and presentation at the real craftsmen’s workshop - Tinder (amadou) processing (duration: cca. 30 minutes) Arrive in Brasov around 18:00.

In order to spend as much time as possible inside the salt mine, there were created volleyball and football playgrounds for the tourists. The interior of the salt mine is the ideal place for sport events (training place for sport teams and athlete competitions), but also the ideal movie set for those who love cinema art. The rich sodium air, the lack of allergenic particles and an the air pressure higher with 18-22 mmHg than the surface one, create a real natural microclimate for treating different breathing diseases, as deep inside the mine it was set a sanatorium, where asthma patients get certified medical assistance. The temperature registered throughout the year is 12 degrees Celsius, and the air humidity is 50%.

Visit LAKE SAINT ANNE - the only crater lake in Romania located in the volcanic crater of the volcano named Ciomatu Mare of the Eastern Carpathians, near Tusnad in the Natural Reserve of Mohos, Harghita. Continue to drive to Miercurea Ciuc to visit the manufacture and have a BEER TASTING.Here you will have the opportunity to have a detailed tour and description of the technology used + unlimited beer consumption. After the visit, free time at the souvenir market. Before lunch, we will make a short stop at the FRANCISCAN CHURCH of Sumuleu Ciuc, one of the most famous architectural monuments, being the most important place of pilgrimage in Transylvania. After the TRADITIONAL LUNCH , the owner will show you the farm and the water mill, will be a rural experience as in the stories of childhood ADVENTURE AT BOBSLEIGH TRACK- Besides the adrenaline, you can enjoy a beautiful landscape, which many compare with those seen in Austria or Switzerland.

Start your trip with the visit of Sinca Veche Temple Cave, famous for being a mystical place. The legends say that once you enter the cave, you feel a positive energy. No one knows who built this strange cave of worship or exactly why.The walls have different signs and texts in an unknown legend. The monastery is composed of nine different rooms.Light enters the cave from a series of low windows and tall, chimney-like skylights. It has been speculated that these shafts were also there to symbolically let holy energy into the space...speculated also that there is a hidden tunnel that connects to a nearby fortress Continue then to village of Ohaba and visit an old water mill which is still used nowadays by the locals, villagers come here daily to grind grain. After that, go to Racos, where will be a 3 in 1 visit - you will see the Old Volcano,the Basalt columns and the Emerald Lake, with its fantastic color. Finally, it's time for a delicious traditional lunch!

Medieval Transylvania Tour offers you a relaxing time in two wonderful places of Transylvania, Viscri village and one of the best-preserved towns in Europe and the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. We will start with the visit to Viscri village, the traditional Saxon village, one of the oldest in all of Transylvania. Here you will meet a traditional blacksmith in his workshop and he will show you how is working in a traditional blacksmith workshop, all these things in an exclusive traditional tour in a horse cart. After lunch, we leave Viscri village and the tour continues to Sighisoara city. On the route, enjoy an exclusive tasting of organic Transylvanian “like Grandma used to make” jams. The last stop is Sighisoara, 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.

You will have the chance to admire the beautiful surrounding mountains: Postăvaru, Bucegi, and of course, Piatra Craiului. Once we arrive in Magura, we gonna start our tour, go through the narrow country roads, we will have the Piatra Craiului mountain range on our right side and the majestic Bucegi mountains on our left side. After a short break in a local household where we will have the chance to taste the famous palinka or a homemade sour cherry liqueur ( included ), we will continue our journey between the rolling hills until we reach the mountain village of Peștera. On the road, we will stop at a local restaurant and serve a delicious traditional lunch ( not included ), while admiring the best view of the picturesque village and Piatra Craiului and Bucegi mountains. We will alternate the climbs and descents until we reach the beautiful Moieciu de Jos village. We will stop there at a panoramic view, return to Magura where we left the car and drive back to Brasov.

Want to know the history of the real life Dracula? You are in luck. This UNESCO-listed medieval town is no movie set. These cobbled streets? Real. The clock towers, guild halls, and watchtowers? Built by hands that feared siege and worshipped saints. We’ll walk the same roads Vlad did as a child, pass the church that heard his family’s confessions, and peek into towers that once stood guard against invading forces and internal betrayal. Along the way, I’ll show you where myth and history collide, and what Sighișoara reveals when you look past the tourist signs. Go at your own pace. It never expires. Go anytime. It never expires.