🏰 4-Day Private Tour in Transylvania
Discover the best of Transylvania on this 4-day private tour — Bran & Peleș castles, the UNESCO citadels of Sighișoara & Biertan, the medieval towns of Brașov & Sibiu, and the legendary Transfăgărășan Highway.
🧭 Why Choose This Tour?
- Private tour — only your group participates. Explore at your own pace with a flexible, personalized itinerary.
- Licensed English-speaking guide/driver with deep knowledge of Romanian history and culture.
- Iconic highlights: Peleș & Bran castles, the UNESCO citadels of Sighișoara & Biertan, and medieval Brașov & Sibiu.
- The spectacular Transfăgărășan Highway on the return (open July–October; scenic Olt Valley off-season).
- Round-trip from Bucharest with 3 nights in central 3★ hotels and daily breakfast.
🗺️ 4-Day Itinerary
Bucharest → Sinaia → Bran → Brașov
Depart Bucharest and head to the Carpathian Mountains. Visit the fairytale Peleș Castle in Sinaia, then continue to the legendary Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle). End the day exploring the medieval charm of Brașov's historical center. Overnight in a central 3★ hotel.
Peleș Castle
Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
Brașov Historical Center
Brașov → Sighișoara → Viscri
Explore Sighișoara — the only inhabited medieval citadel in Europe and birthplace of Vlad the Impaler — including the Clock Tower, the Covered Stairway and the Church on the Hill. Then continue to the UNESCO-listed Saxon village of Viscri, home to a famous fortified church and King Charles III's property. Overnight in a central 3★ hotel.
Sighișoara Historic Center
Sighișoara Clock Tower
Covered Stairway (Scara Acoperită)
Church on the Hill
Viscri
Sighișoara → Biertan → Sibiu
Visit the impressive Biertan Fortified Church, another UNESCO World Heritage site, then head to Sibiu — European Capital of Culture 2007. Explore its stunning medieval squares, the Brukenthal Museum and the iconic Bridge of Lies. Overnight in a central 3★ hotel.
Biertan Fortified Church
Sibiu Historical Center
Sibiu → Transfăgărășan → Bucharest
After breakfast, drive back to Bucharest across the spectacular Transfăgărășan Highway (open July–October), climbing to 2,042 m near Bâlea Lake. Outside the open season the return follows the scenic Olt Valley (Valea Oltului). Drop-off at your Bucharest hotel or the airport.
Transfăgărășan Highway
✨ Tour Highlights
- Guided visit of Peleș Castle's opulent royal apartments in Sinaia.
- Legendary Dracula lore at Bran Castle.
- Medieval Brașov — Council Square, Black Church and Tâmpa Mountain views.
- UNESCO-listed Viscri Fortified Church and King Charles III's property.
- Sighișoara Citadel — Europe's only inhabited medieval citadel: Clock Tower, Covered Stairway and Church on the Hill.
- Biertan Fortified Church — stunning UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Sibiu's Grand Square, Brukenthal Museum and the iconic Bridge of Lies.
- The Transfăgărășan Highway — one of the world's most spectacular mountain roads (seasonal).
📋 Practical Information
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Included Meals: Daily breakfast (3 breakfasts)
Accommodation: 3 nights in central 3★ hotels / guest houses
Transport: Private modern air-conditioned vehicle; hotel pick-up & drop-off
Guide: Licensed English-speaking guide/driver for the entire trip
Group: Private tour — only your group participates
Suitability: Ages 7–99. Not wheelchair accessible.
Best Time to Visit: The Transfăgărășan Highway is open July–October; off-season the return is via the scenic Olt Valley.
📆 Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are non-refundable.
4-Day Tour Pricing
Private Transylvania adventure from Bucharest
Prices for a private tour
What's included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Bucharest
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Private transport with a modern air-conditioned vehicle
- 3 nights accommodation in central 3★ hotel / guest house
- Daily breakfast (3 breakfasts)
What's excluded
- Lunch & dinner
- Entry tickets for the sights (approx. €100 per person)
- Admission: Peleș Castle, Bran Castle, Sighișoara Clock Tower, Church on the Hill
- Personal expenses & gratuities
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