Transylvania Tour from Budapest to Bucharest: 4 days

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Budapest, Hungary

4 days (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Cover the highlights of history-rich Transylvania during this multi-day, small-group tour. Tour iconic castles like Peles and Bran (known as Dracula’s castle) and discover picturesque scenery and UNESCO-listed attractions in Sighisoara and Sibiu. Guided tours travel from Budapest to Bucharest and include ground transportation and hotels.

A multi-day, small-group guided tour through Transylvania
No backtracking: tours begin in Budapest and end in Bucharest
Enjoy an intimate experience in a group capped at only 6 travelers
Breakfast, a private guide, and 3-4-star accommodation are included

What's Included

Professional guide
Live commentary on board
Hotel/Hostel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off
Small-group tour (maximum 8 people per group)

Food and drinks, unless specified
Entrance fees
No accommodation provided
Entrance fee - Liberty Bridge

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Budapest, Hungary
We pick-up all of our travelers. Please do not forget to leave your address at time of booking.

End point

Bucharest, Romania
Tours ends in Bucharest. Drop off will be made at a location of your choice.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Budapesta – Arad- Timisoara

3 Stops

Liberty Bridge (Szabadsag hid) (Pass By)

Filarmonica Arad

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Timisoara Historical Center

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 2

Timisoara – Corvin Castle – Alba Iulia – Sibiu

3 Stops

Castelul Corvinilor

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Cetatea Alba Iulia

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Sibiu Travel

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 3

Sibiu- Sighisoara – Brasov

2 Stops

Centrul Istoric Sighisoara

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Brasov Historical Center

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Day 4

Brasov – Bran Castle – Peles Castle – Bucharest

2 Stops

Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Peles Castle

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Not included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 3 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 10 reviews

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Excellent Tour

Wanita_H, Oct 2024

Wonderful private tour with Marius. Marius was very knowledgeable and took excellent care of us. We were originally planning to rent a car and drive, but this was so much better. We heard much more background and history, plus Marius knew how to quickly get us in and out of castles/churches. We saw and learned much more than we would have on our own. We enjoyed the hotels that were booked for us and loved all the small towns. Much easier to look out the window than drive.

România is an amazing country

James_P, Jun 2024

I cannot name anyone thing. What I. an say is our guide Alex did an amazing job making sure we saw, appreciated and understood all of the wonders that România has to offer

So glad we booked this!!

Fiona_S, Jun 2024

We had no idea what to expect but it was brilliant. Clear communication, prompt pickup and modern vehicle. Marius was delightful and a very professional but fun guide. We came away with a great appreciation for Romanian history and passed the pop quiz at the end !! The hotels were all comfy with good breakfasts and Marius was great at tracking down craft beer in the evening! Felt like we had plenty of time at each stop for a guided tour plus free time . We agreed with Marius that Peles Castle is amazing!

excellent and memorable tour

AkhtarHussain_D, May 2024

Very memorable tour almost cover all transylvania region including its countryside, the tour guide/drver mr P Marius have good knowledge and describe each and everything the vehicle was very comfortable and selection of hotel location at timisoara,sibiu and brasov were excellent near old town with good breakfast and easily cover main attraction by walking also visit of various castle were amazing overall it was memorable tour

Perfect Budapest to Bucharest in Four Days

David_L, Apr 2024

We, Alex our tour guide was excellent. He was very engaging and knowledgable. The tour was 4 very full and interesting days.

Awesome, awesome, awesome!

Chet_M, Sep 2022

We were delighted to have a friendly, polite, knowledgeable and professional guide in Andrei. At all times he was helpful, accommodating and easy to communicate with. The sites were phenomenal with his explanations and stories. We felt very comfortable and at ease at all times. The accommodations were excellent. We had a wonderful tour of Romania with a marvellous guide. Thanks Andrei for giving us so many wonderful memories to cherish.

ガイドが優秀で、ツアーのコスパはとても良い

KANEYUKI_W, Oct 2024

参加者は私たち夫婦だけのプライベートツアーでした。ガイドのエマニュエルはとても陽気で4日間を楽しく過ごすことができました。もちろん知識も豊富でルーマニアだけでなく周辺国の歴史も織り交ぜて説明してもらえました。また、お勧めの飲食店やメニューなど親切に紹介してくれました。宿泊した３つのホテルはいずれも旧市街地の中心部にある良質なホテルで満足できました。ガイドのエマニュエル、ルーマニアの景色とお城、宿泊ホテルなどどれも満足できるものでした。ツアーのコスパはとても良いと感じました。