Top 15 3-Day Experiences in Romania

1.3-Day Medieval Transylvania Package Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 31 reviews · 3 days · from $588Our pick

Travel from Bucharest through medieval Transylvania with an English-speaking driver-guide and a small group of up to 16. Stay two nights in 3-star hotels with breakfast, then visit Sibiu, Biertan, Sighișoara, Brașov, Bran Castle, Peleș Castle, Curtea de Argeș, and Cozia Monastery.

“Went to some very interesting sites. Long days in vehicle and standing in queues to use restrooms and get into the Venues (Peles & Bran castle). Tour guide could have offered more information in regards to sites that were passed in the bus. Only commented on sites when we arrived at them. Disappointed we were not taken to Curtea de Argeş and no explanation given. Our tour was done in reverse as it left on a Sunday so possibly this is the reason but on the last day we were back in Bucharest by 2pm with 5 hours drive time and only one 25 min stop at Bierten, Brasov and…”

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2.3-Day Explore Transylvania from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $592Top rated

Travel from Bucharest through Transylvania in a group of no more than eight, with an English-speaking guide such as Marius, Alex, Sergio, or Razvan. Visit Peles and Bran castles, Brasov, Sighisoara, Sibiu, Biertan, and a monastery, with overnight stays arranged in Brasov and Sibiu.

“We had an amazing 3-day tour with Marius. His detailed explanation made the places we visited more exquisite. We will go back to Japan with an unforgettable memory as a souvenir, thanks to him. The most favorite place is Peles Castle. This castle is breathtakingly beautiful, so you cannot miss it.”

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3.3-Day Tour of Transylvania’s Landmarks from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $1,089

Travel from Bucharest into the Carpathians with guides such as Ovidiu, Vio, Octavian or Julian. Visit Peleș and Bran castles, medieval Sighișoara, Biertan’s fortified church, Sibiu, Curtea de Argeș and, in summer, the Transfăgărășan Highway. Transport and parking are included, while entrance fees are extra.

“We booked with Ovidiu with only short notice, after a cancellation by a different tour company, and it was a great result! He organised really good guide for us, Vio, and really high quality accommodation, we were so comfortable in both b&bs.”

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4.3-Day Private Tour of Medieval Transylvania from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $648

Travel from Bucharest with a private English-speaking guide such as Claudiu, Cristian, or Diana. Visit Bran and Peles castles, Brasov, Sighisoara, and Saxon fortified churches, with two hotel nights, breakfast, transport, and pickup included. Confirm the final route before departure.

“Our guide, Claudiu, treated us like family. He followed the itinerary, but I feel he gave us so much more. He went over and beyond to help us experience Romania.”

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5.3 Days Private Tour in Romania from Bucharest with Tour Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $1,152

Travel with a private English-speaking guide-driver, such as Nicolas or Daniel, from Bucharest through Romania’s castles, monasteries, medieval towns, and mountain roads. You get flexible timing, hotel help, Wi-Fi, and a car or minibus reserved for your group.

“EXCELLENT TOUR GUIDE. Nick was intelligent, organised and professional. A gentleman who has a personable and patient attitude. HIGHLY recommend him.”

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6.Medieval Transylvania: Shared 3-Day Tour from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $600

Travel from Bucharest through medieval Transylvania on a small-group, English-language tour capped at 16 people. Visit painted monasteries, Sibiu, Biertan, Sighisoara, Brasov, Bran Castle, Peles Castle, and Sinaia Monastery, with two hotel nights and Bucharest pickup included.

“Our guide, Boogie, was informative, entertaining and a good driver. He “made” the trip for us. The three days were through beautiful country side and small towns. In SIBUI we had our best sleep and shower of our entire trip. PELES was the highlight of our tour. It was the most unique of castles we have seen in Europe. We highly recommend this tour.”

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7.3-Day Tour from Bucharest: Transylvania Villages and Medieval Towns

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $776

Travel privately from Bucharest through Transylvania in a climate-controlled sedan or SUV with an English-speaking guide. Visit Peles and Bran castles, walk through Magura, Viscri, Sighisoara, and Brasov, and stay two nights in 3-star accommodations with breakfast.

“Four couples had taken a river cruise and at the end of the river cruise. We wanted to spend three days touring Romania. The company helped us organize an itinerary in a very professional manner. They listened to things we wanted to do and Read more”

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8.3 Days UNESCO Tour of Transylvania. Private tour from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $945

Travel from Bucharest with a private English or Spanish-speaking guide such as David Jalea or Adrian Ene. Over three days, visit UNESCO-listed fortified churches, medieval Sighișoara, Sibiu, Alba Iulia, Bran Castle, Brașov, and possibly Peles Castle. Two hotel nights, transport, and listed activities are included.

“My husband and I really enjoyed our private tour of Bucharest. Mr. Adrain Ene was a very helpful tour guide showing us, churches, city landmarks and the history. He took us to the Parliament Building, very interesting, we especially enjoyed the Read more”

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9.3-Day Transylvania Tour with Dracula’s Castle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $720

Travel from Bucharest through the Olt Valley and Carpathians on a three-day, driver-led tour covering Cozia Monastery, Sibiu, Sighisoara, Brasov, Bran Castle, and Peles Castle. Expect hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, two breakfasts, and flexible stops, with entrance fees and meals paid separately.

“our guide was outstanding ,S Riga,- was knowlegeable and engaging Very flexible in adjusting the itinerary to meet our needs and interests. The sites and and scenes were excellent We learned alot. The accomodations at the hotels were comfortable and strategically located. We were six in a private van. We all highly recommend this tour”

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10.3-Day Transylvania Halloween Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 days · from $941

You’ll travel from Bucharest to Sighisoara, Brasov, and Bran with an English-speaking guide, sleeping two nights in 3-star hotels. Expect medieval streets, Dracula lore, Romanian food, an open-bar Dracula Ball, and a late-night party at Bran Castle.

“Probably the best tour I have ever done! Ive been to over 50 different countries and never had such a lively fun time. Our guide was amazing and would move heaven and earth to make your tour great! We meet up with other tours from the company and guides were top notch. We literally were in tears when the tour ended. New life long friends and a huge desire to come back every year! Please consider booking this tour you wont be disappointed. Just so amazing!”

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11.3 Days Private Tour in Romania with Transfagarasan Road

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $1,156

Travel privately with Nicolas, also called Nicu, on a three-day circuit from Bucharest through Curtea de Arges, Transfagarasan, Sibiu, Corvin Castle, Alba Iulia, Transalpina, and Horezu. Your guide drives, explains the sites, and can adjust the pace for your group.

“I would like to sincerely thank "Nicolas Experiences Tours" for organizing this 3-day tour with this traveling.”

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12.Premium Private 3-Day Best of Transylvania Tour Bucharest Hotel Pick Up/Drop Off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $997

Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle from Bucharest to Peles, Bran, Rasnov, Viscri, Sighisoara, Brasov, the Libearty Bear Sanctuary, and Snagov Monastery. Your English-speaking guide provides commentary, two Brasov nights, breakfast, and hotel transfers.

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13.3-Day Tour of Medieval Transylvania

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $833

Travel by air-conditioned minivan from Bucharest with a professional guide on a private three-day route through medieval Transylvania. Visit Bran Castle, Peles Castle, Brasov, Sighisoara, and Sibiu, with an overnight stay in Sighisoara. Guide Angelica is named in one review as a standout host.

“Perfect tour with perfect guide. I totally recommend it.”

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14.Adventure trip to Transylvania in 3 days from Bucharest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $955

Travel from Bucharest with an English-speaking guide in a group of up to eight. Visit Peles and Bran castles, hike in Piatra Craiului National Park, see Brasov, watch bears, explore Sinca Veche, and reach Balea Lake, with two nights in Bran.

“First time travelling on my own and first time in Romania. I wanted to see some of the country and could not have selected a better tour, It was a full on 3 days and I got to see some amazing parts of Romania. This trip was fantastic. From historic monuments to beautiful natRead more”

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15.3 Day Tour of Maramures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $763

Spend three days with a local guide such as Teo, visiting Maramures villages, wooden monasteries, craft workshops, and historic museums. You will meet weavers, potters, woodworkers, and farmers, with private transport, two nights in 3-star accommodation, breakfast, and entrance fees included.

“As a travel professional of 32 years in the US I have been blessed to travel to six of the seven continents and I would rank this tour in my top three favorite destinations . Our local professional guide, Teo was absolutely the best! What made this tour so spectacular was meeting the locals in their daily lives. This area is not a museum but real people living real lives. Without Teo’s insight as a native the experience would not have had the same impact. Due to his genuine concern for these people he has earned their respect and trust which by association was transferred to us. We were being…”

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