2 Days Tour from Bucharest to Brasov, Sighisoara & Sibiu

You will depart early from Bucharest, leaving “Little Paris” behind. Bucharest received this nickname between 1900 and 1930 when it was considered one of Europe’s most beautiful and modern cities. You will head north, where you will visit one of the most stunning castles in Romania.

Your first stop is in Sinaia, where you will visit Peles Castle, built between 1873 and 1914. Initially the residence of the Romanian Royal Family, Peles Castle is today home to the Peles National Museum. This is one of the most important historic constructions in Romania, being unique through its historic and artistic value, and it is one of the most important monuments of its kind in 19th century Europe.

You will discover the legends of Dracula with a tour of Bran Castle. Although there is no known connection between the castle and the infamous Vlad the Impaler, Bran Castle is oftentimes associated with him.

The “Castle of Dracula” was initially built as a fortress by the Teutonic Knights in 1212. Known under the name of Dietrichstein, it was conquered by Saxons at the end of the 18th century in order to protect the city of Brasov, which was at the time an important commercial center.

After lunch, we will visit the historical centre of Brasov.

The main symbol of the city, The Black Church, is only a few minutes away from the Council Square. This is the patriarchal church of the Romanian Evangelical Church, and it is one of the most representative monuments of Gothic architecture in the country. The church was partially destroyed by a fire in 1689, hence its name.

In the evening, we will reach Sighisoara.

Overnight in Sighisoara.

After breakfast, you will discover Sighisoara, the only medieval citadel in Romania that is still inhabited. In Sighisoara, you will visit the famous Clock Tower, which has a height of 64 meters and is surrounded by four massive walls spread over four floors. From the balcony of the tower, you can enjoy an amazing birds-eye view over Sighisoara.

You will then reach Sibiu, one of the most important and well-preserved Transylvanian cities. Sibiu is one of the main centers of Saxon colonists that settled in the area, and it served as the capital of Transylvania between 1692 – 1791 and 1849 – 1865.

Your city tour of Sibiu will start in its most important square with the Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Cathedral and the Huet Square with its Evangelical Church.

On your way to Bucharest, if the weather allows it, you will pass the mountains through one of the most spectacular roads in the world, the Transfagarasan Highway.

At night, you will reach Bucharest, where your getaway in Transylvania will come to an end.