1. Peles Castle 2. Sinaia Monastery 3. Old Town Brasov - Overnight in Brasov

Peles Castle - Once upon a time, there was a magnificent castle…

If one plans to write memoirs or wishes to boast about visiting the most stunning castles in Europe, the Romanian royal family’s summer residence is undoubtedly one of the most significant tourist attractions in Romania and Europe, and its allure will soon become evident.

Each year, numerous notable individuals and hundreds of thousands of tourists book tours of Romania specifically to admire this attraction’s beauty and, for a few hours, experience the life of royalty.

Sinaia Monastery - During a private tour in Romania, visitors will explore the most beautiful mountain resort, a retreat where many kings and prominent figures came to relax and reflect. Sinaia Monastery offers a chance to escape reality and embrace the simplicity and richness of Orthodox spirituality, beautifully expressed through the artistic representations in this house of worship.

Brasov Historical Center - This is a must-visit location, being the main attraction in Brasov, alongside the Black Church! Visitors will spend a few hours here, admiring the architecture.

1. Bran Castle / Dracula’s Castle 2. Sighisoara Citadel Private Tour 3. Viscri Village - Overnight in Sibiu

Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) - Bran Castle, a blend of myth and history…

Due to the striking resemblance between Bram Stoker’s fictional Dracula’s castle and Bran, it is widely believed that Stoker used descriptions of Bran to create the fictional home of Count Dracula.

Outside the castle, visitors can sample a variety of traditional foods: handmade cheeses, pálinka (plum and pear brandy), and traditionally-produced ham and sausages.

Sighisoara Citadel - Did you know that Sighisoara’s citadel was constructed in the 12th century?

To travel back in time and glimpse medieval life, a visit to the Sighisoara Citadel, Romania’s medieval town and the birthplace of Count Dracula (Vlad the Impaler), is essential.

Built in 1280, the Sighisoara Citadel is not only one of Romania’s most visited tourist attractions but also a living medieval fortress, having been continuously inhabited for over 700 years – a rarity.

Sighisoara Clock Tower - The multicolored-tiled roof of Sighişoara’s Clock Tower sparkles like dragon scales. Built in the 14th century and expanded 200 years later, it remains the town’s most beautiful sight, offering a magnificent panorama from the top. The views are as compelling as the museum inside, which features a varied collection of Roman vessels, scythes, tombstones, and a scale model of the fortified town (English-language explanations vary).

Viscri Village - With a history dating back to the 12th century, Viscri is perhaps Romania’s most famous village. Prince Charles’ visits, its fortified church, and the Mihai Eminescu Trust’s activities have helped this small village reinvent itself in recent years. Its promotion has been so successful that Viscri is now one of Transylvania’s must-see attractions.

1. Biertan Church 2. Sibiu City Tour 3. Orthodox Cathedral 4. Evangelical Cathedral in Sibiu - Overnight in Hunedoara

Biertan Fortified Church - The Biertan fortified church (Romanian: Biserica fortificată din Biertan; German: Kirchenburg von Birthälm) is a Lutheran fortified church in Biertan (Birthälm), Sibiu County, in the Transylvania region of Romania. Built by the ethnic German Transylvanian Saxon community when the area was part of the Kingdom of Hungary, it briefly served as a Roman Catholic church before becoming Lutheran following the Reformation. Together with the surrounding village, the church is part of the villages with fortified churches in Transylvania UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Big Square (Piata Mare) - The Large Square is the largest of Sibiu’s squares, offering a wide perspective typical of the Renaissance and subsequent ages.

Catedrala Ortodoxa Sfanta Treime - Don’t miss this beautiful church in Sibiu.

For those who have ever wanted to see a small-scale replica of the Sofia Cathedral in Constantinople, this trip to Sibiu offers the chance to see it. This 110-year-old historical house of worship is the only Orthodox cathedral in Sibiu, yet it resembles a Byzantine basilica.

Lutheran Evangelical Cathedral & Tower - The Sibiu Evangelical Cathedral, an important historical monument, is a must-visit as part of the Sibiu citadel town tour.

1. Densus Temple 2. Corvin’s Castle 3. Bigar Waterfall 4. Overnight in Drobeta Turnu Severin

Densus Church - The next architectural marvel is one of Romania’s oldest Orthodox churches. This historical monument was built atop the ruins of a 4th-century building and constructed in several stages, with the final changes made in the 13th century. Visitors will marvel at the blend of styles that have evolved over the centuries in this ancient “temple,” which has been proposed for inclusion in the UNESCO Heritage list of historical sites.

Nicolae Iorga, Romania’s greatest historian, described the Saint Nicolae Church in Densus as “unparalleled in the entire Romanian tradition.”

Here, visitors can admire mural paintings dating back to 1443, inside an ingenious construction that has preserved its history through each stage.

There is more to see than can be described, so visitors are encouraged to discover the details themselves.

Corvin Castle - This private trip to Romania offers a taste of medieval life during the era of knighthood, castles, and fortresses with a visit to The Corvin/Hunyadi Castle, one of the top 10 most beautiful Gothic castles in the world.

This architectural masterpiece is one of Europe’s largest castles and one of Romania’s seven wonders. It has served a dual purpose since the 15th century. After a devastating fire, the castle underwent extensive restoration and is now open to the public as a museum.

A small tip: the defense towers are a great spot for a selfie.

Bigar Waterfall - The miracle from the Minis Canyon…

Words cannot fully capture the untamed, primordial beauty of the breathtaking Bigar Waterfall and its surroundings, reminiscent of the Garden of Eden.

It is no surprise that it was voted the most beautiful waterfall in the world.

But don’t just take our word for it. Experience it for yourself, breathing in the fresh, invigorating air and watching the water cascade over moss-covered rocks, creating a mesmerizing veil of translucent beauty.

1. Iron Gate River Cruise 2. Rock-Carved Statue of Decebal 3. Roman Ruins 4. Overnight in Drobeta Turnu Severin

Iron Gates - The adventure continues in an area inhabited for tens of thousands of years, where the Danube appears to boil due to the currents.

The trip here is inspired by both the Danube Gorge, breathtaking in its own right, and the brave engineers and technicians who, under communist rule in 1960, embarked on one of the most daring engineering projects, known as the Iron Gates, which is worth admiring.

Statue of King Decebalus - Not everyone is aware of the great King Decebalus and his acts of bravery, but his fearlessness and determination to protect his country have earned him this extraordinary monument carved into a mountain cliff, 128 meters above the restless Danube and the Kazan Gorge.

Near the city of Orsova, where the Danube reaches a depth of 120 meters and begins to whirl and tremble as if boiling, this amazing masterpiece, which took 10 years to build, dominates the rocky landscape as a testament to thousands of years of Romanian history on these lands.

This is also where scientists have uncovered some of the earliest traces of human life, estimated to be over 35,000 years old. Here, visitors can also find commemorative plaques from ancient Roman times, such as the Tabula Trajana.

Imagine how impressed friends would be to see a picture with Decebalus’ stone-carved head in the background?

1. Constantin Brancusi Sculptural Ensemble Targu Jiu 2. Horezu Monastery 3. Polovragi Cave 4. Overnight in Ramnicu Valcea

Table of Silence - The ensemble consists of four sculptures, laid out on a 1275 m axis – The Table of Silence, The Chairs Alley, The Gate of the Kiss, and the Infinity Column/Endless Column, which surprise through their simple, yet deeply symbolic design.

Discover what other treasures can be uncovered during a Romanian experience in Targu Jiu.

The Gate Of The Kiss - Even if one does not have a passion for sculptural masterpieces, a Brancusi exhibit is a must-see for anyone visiting Romania. The Constantin Brancusi Sculptural Ensemble in Targu Jiu, also known as the “Calea Eroilor” Memorial (Heroes’ Way), is more than a beautiful display of stone and wood craftsmanship; it is a symbol of the Romanian spirit.

Horezu Monastery (Hurezi Monastery) - Considered one of the most beautiful and refined Orthodox monasteries, the Horezu Monastery, with its 100% authentic Romanian architecture, was included in the UNESCO World Heritage from the very beginning, with no indication that anything could ever surpass it.

A private trip to Romania should include, among other things, the most visited Romanian monasteries, including the Horezu Monastery, where visitors can see the highly acclaimed Horezu ceramics, as well as the gorges carved into the mountain walls and the famous stone caves.

Polovragi Cave - The cave is located at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains, in the Oltet Gorges, not far from Transalpina (Romania’s highest alpine road), near Horezu.

1. Poienari Fortress 2. Vidraru Dam 3. Curtea de Arges Monastery 4. Back to Bucharest

Poienari Castle - If a tour of Romanian castles for Dracula fans and adventure enthusiasts were to be organized, Poenari Castle would be a must-include, being a significant Romanian tourist attraction. Poenari Fortress is a ruined castle in Romania situated at an elevation of 860 meters, known for its connection to Vlad the Impaler.

As visitors climb the 1480 stairs leading to the castle, they can rightfully say they are following in Dracula’s footsteps…

Vidraru Dam - Vidraru Dam is a dam in Romania, completed in 1966 on the Argeș River, creating Lake Vidraru. The arch dam was built primarily to produce hydroelectricity. The dam’s height is 166 meters, the arch length 305 meters, and it can store 465 million cubic meters of water. The reservoir has a total shoreline (perimeter) length of 28 km.

Curtea de Arges Monastery - The Cathedral of Curtea de Argeș (early 16th century) is a Romanian Orthodox cathedral in Curtea de Argeș, Romania. It is located on the grounds of the Curtea de Argeș Monastery and is dedicated to the Dormition of the Mother of God. The building serves as the seat of the Archdiocese of Argeș and Muscel.

The cathedral is faced with pale grey limestone, which was easily chiseled and then hardened upon exposure. The interior is made of brick, plastered, and decorated with frescoes. Nearby on the grounds stands the large Neo-Romanian style Royal Palace, built in the late 19th century.

• Exclusive use of a private car (Tourism or Minibus) for your group
• Custom hotel recommendations to fit your budget
• Dedicated, licensed English-speaking guide/driver for the entire tour
• Free Wi-Fi in the comfort of your private vehicle
• Guide’s accommodation, meals, and entrance fees covered
• All vehicle-related expenses included (gas, parking, tolls)
• Flexible itinerary with the ability to make changes during the tour

• Accommodation, Food and Drinks
• Entrance fees as per the itinerary

This week-long journey in Romania allows us to delve into ancient history through visits to medieval fortresses, fortified temples, and uncovering tales that are known to only a select few. If you’re keen on exploring authentic Romania with one of the country’s top tour guides, experiencing joy and self-discovery, all you have to do is reserve this tour! Best of luck!

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