9-Day Complete Romania Tour from Bucharest

What you'll experience

Highlights

9 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — Bucharest

   We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. You will receive information about the start of your tour in the afternoon, either directly or through the information board located at the reception of the hotel.
   
   Important:
   
   Check-in: Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you need an earlier check in-in, please consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
   
   Additional Nights: If you have requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival, however you will meet your tour guide when the scheduled activities begin. Until then, please feel free to enjoy the city at your leisure. At reception, you will find an information board with our team´s telephone number and details regarding the activities. If you need further assistance, the hotel staff is available to help at any time.
   Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.
   
   Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them to enhance the trip experience.
   
   
   
   
   Note: All mentioned hotels below are for your reference only, you might also check-in other same-level hotels.

   Stay: Mercure bucarest city center(Strada George Enescu 15-17-17A), Bucharest unirii square(Strada Nerva Traian 3A, Bucure537;ti 031041, Rumanía)
2. 2

   Day 2 — Bucharest

   In the morning, we’ll enjoy a panoramic tour of Bucharest, a city that surprises visitors with its mix of styles: wide boulevards, neoclassical palaces, and traces of communism. We’ll see (exterior visit) the impressive Palace of the Parliament, the Arch of Triumph, the elegant Revolution Square, and the lively Lipscani Old Town, with its cafés and historic buildings.
   
   We’ll also include entrance and a visit to the Romanian Village Museum, an open-air museum located in Herăstrău Park, which brings together authentic houses, churches, and mills from all regions of the country. This tour highlights the diversity and richness of Romanian rural life and traditions. Lunch included.
   
   Free afternoon.

   Meals: L：IncludedStay: Mercure bucarest city center(Strada George Enescu 15-17-17A), Bucharest unirii square(Strada Nerva Traian 3A, Bucure537;ti 031041, Rumanía)
3. 3

   Day 3 — Bucharest – Sinaia – Bran – Râșnov – Brașov

   Total distance covered: 222 km
   Scenery: We’ll cross the Carpathian Mountains, with their impressive peaks and dense forests, enjoying breathtaking panoramas that evoke medieval legends and the mystery of Transylvania.
   
   Note: Due to high tourist demand, long waiting times may occasionally occur to enter Bran Castle.
   
   08:00 a.m. Bucharest – Departure. We leave the Romanian capital and drive up the road that crosses the Carpathians, winding through valleys and mountains.
   
   10:30 a.m. Sinaia – Arrival. We’ll stroll through the gardens of Peleș Castle, a 19th-century architectural gem surrounded by alpine forests. With its fairy-tale style and mountain setting, it is considered one of the most beautiful palaces in Europe.
   
   12:00 p.m. Sinaia – Departure.
   
   1:15 p.m. Bran – Arrival. Visit to Bran Castle (entrance included), a 14th-century fortress famed for the Dracula legend. Beyond the myth, its towers, walls, and medieval halls tell centuries of history, making it one of Romania’s most iconic landmarks. Free time for lunch.
   
   3:45 p.m. Bran – Departure.
   
   4:00 p.m. Râșnov – Arrival. We’ll take the funicular up to the Râșnov Fortress (entrance included), built in the 13th century by the Teutonic Knights on a strategic hilltop. Its ramparts offer splendid views of the valley and surrounding mountains.
   
   5:15 p.m. Râșnov – Departure.
   
   5:45 p.m. Brașov – Arrival. This Saxon-origin city preserves a lively medieval old town with defensive walls, spacious squares, and the famous Black Church. Free time to stroll and enjoy its unique atmosphere.
   

   Stay: Golden time(Calea Bucuresti 99, BRASOV- ROMANIA), Belvedere(Strada Stejerișului 11B, Brașov 500122, Rumanía)
4. 4

   Day 4 — Brașov – Hărman – Lacul Roșu Red Lake – Piatra Neamț

   Total distance covered: 254 km
   Scenery: This stage combines the medieval magic of Transylvania’s fortified churches with the natural grandeur of the Carpathians: dense forests, mountain lakes, and spectacular rocky gorges.
   
   8:30 a.m. Brașov – Departure. We leave the Saxon city to discover some of Romania’s most unique architectural treasures: its fortified churches, declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites for their architecture and richly decorated medieval frescoes.
   
   8:45 a.m. Hărman Fortified Church (entrance included) – Arrival. We’ll visit the first church on our route, built in the 13th century by the Saxons. Its defensive walls, towers, and medieval frescoes bring to life the communities that once sought refuge here during times of siege.
   
   9:30 a.m. Hărman – Departure.
   
   9:45 a.m. Prejmer Church (entrance included) – Arrival. Also built by the Saxons in the 13th century, this is the largest and best-preserved fortified church in Romania. Its massive walls, casemates, and passageways reflect the defensive role of these structures, which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
   
   10:30 a.m. Prejmer – Departure. We continue our journey through spectacular landscapes of forests and mountains toward the region of Romanian Moldavia. Lunch included en route.
   
   2:30 p.m. Lacul Roșu (Red Lake) – Arrival. Time to stroll along this picturesque mountain lake, surrounded by forests and named for the reddish hue of its waters.
   
   3:30 p.m. Lacul Roșu – Departure. Shortly after, we’ll make a brief stop at one of Romania’s most breathtaking natural sights, the Bicaz Gorges, where the road winds between sheer rock walls rising up to 300 meters.
   
   5:30 p.m. Piatra Neamț – Arrival. Known as “the Pearl of Moldavia,” this city offers a charming historic center with lively streets and a welcoming atmosphere. Free time to explore.
   

   Meals: L：IncludedStay: Central plaza(Piata Petrodava, nr. 1-3)
5. 5

   Day 5 — Piatra Neamț – Agapia – Bucovina Monasteries – Gura Humorului

   Total distance covered: 242 km
   Scenery: The route takes us through the green landscapes of Romanian Moldova and the Bucovina Mountains, an area of forested hills, traditional villages, and fertile valleys where spirituality and nature blend in perfect harmony.
   
   Note: Appropriate clothing is recommended for monastery visits.
   
   8:30 a.m. Piatra Neamț – Departure. We leave the “Pearl of Romanian Moldova” for a day full of spirituality, art, and age-old traditions.
   
   9:30 a.m. Agapia Monastery – Arrival. Founded in the 17th century, this Orthodox convent is home to about 350 nuns who keep its religious and cultural life active. Its interior frescoes and serene atmosphere make Agapia a vibrant spiritual center filled with devotion.
   
   10:15 a.m. Agapia Monastery – Departure. We enter the Bucovina region to visit three of the great monasteries declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites for their exterior frescoes and medieval art.
   
   12:00 p.m. Voroneț Monastery (entrance included) – Arrival. Considered the “Sistine Chapel of the East,” this 15th-century monastery is renowned for its famous fresco of the Last Judgment, painted in an unmistakable shade of blue that has become a symbol of Bucovina. Lunch included.
   
   2:00 p.m. Voroneț Monastery – Departure.
   
   2:45 p.m. Moldovița Monastery (entrance included) – Arrival. Another of Bucovina’s great treasures, built in the 16th century. Its vividly colored exterior murals depict biblical episodes and medieval battles with unmatched expressive power. A true masterpiece of medieval Orthodox art.
   
   3:30 p.m. Moldovița Monastery – Departure.
   
   4:15 p.m. Sucevița Monastery (entrance included) – Arrival. Surrounded by defensive walls, this 16th-century monastery impresses with the grandeur of its frescoes, especially the famous “Ladder of Virtues,” which covers an entire exterior wall. Its blend of Moldavian and Byzantine architecture makes it a genuine emblem of Romanian spirituality.
   
   5:00 p.m. Sucevița Monastery – Departure.
   
   6:15 p.m. Gura Humorului – Arrival. A lively spa town surrounded by mountains, well known for its welcoming tourist atmosphere. Free time to stroll and enjoy its charm.
   

   Meals: L：IncludedStay: Best western bucovina(Pia355;a Republicii 18)
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   Day 6 — Gura Humorului – Bistrița – Sighișoara

   Total distance covered: 301 km
   Scenery: Today we’ll cross the Carpathian range via the legendary Borgo Pass, shrouded in endless forests and the myths immortalized by the novel Dracula. The route through the Călimani National Park offers breathtaking panoramas of natural beauty and mountains steeped in mystery.
   
   8:00 a.m. Gura Humorului – Departure. We leave this lively spa town and head once again toward Transylvania, the legendary heart of Romania.
   
   11:15 a.m. Bistrița – Arrival. Founded by German settlers in the 12th century, this historic city welcomes us with its elegant pedestrian center filled with terraces, cafés, and buildings that recall its Saxon past. Free time to stroll through the main square, discover its Gothic church, enjoy lunch, and soak up the local atmosphere.
   
   1:00 p.m. Bistrița – Departure. We continue our route through rolling hills, vineyards, and forests that feel as though they were taken from a medieval tale.
   
   4:00 p.m. Sighișoara – Arrival. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this walled medieval town is one of the most beautiful and best-preserved in Europe. Its defensive towers, colorful houses, and cobblestone streets transport visitors straight back to the Middle Ages.
   
   This evening, we’ll enjoy a very special dinner at Count Dracula’s restaurant, located in the birthplace of Vlad Țepeș, the historical figure who inspired the Dracula legend. An unforgettable experience that blends history, myth, and gastronomy in a truly unique setting
   

   Meals: D：IncludedStay: Mercure binderbubi sighisoara(Nicolae Balcescu Street No 8), Doubletree sighisoara cavaler(6, Consiliul Europei St)
7. 7

   Day 7 — Sighișoara – Turda Salt Mine – Alba Iulia – Hunedoara – Sibiu

   Total distance covered: 405 km
   Scenery: Today we’ll cross the heart of Transylvania, traveling through rolling hills, vineyards, traditional villages, and majestic medieval fortresses rising above the landscape.
   
   Note: The visit includes the interior of the Turda Salt Mine; warm clothing is recommended, as the temperature inside remains low throughout the year.
   
   8:00 a.m. Sighișoara – Departure. We leave the medieval town and head to one of Europe’s most spectacular underground wonders.
   
   10:00 a.m. Turda – Arrival. Visit to the spectacular Turda Salt Mine (entrance included), already used in Roman times and today transformed into a unique tourist and therapeutic center. Inside, we’ll discover an underground lake with boat rides, a Ferris wheel, and a main hall 80 meters high—a magical setting that feels like it belongs in a fantasy novel.
   
   11:30 a.m. Turda – Departure.
   
   12:45 p.m. Alba Iulia – Arrival. This city is a true symbol of Romanian history. We’ll stroll through the imposing Alba Carolina Citadel, built in the Vauban style, with its monumental walls, churches, and museums that tell the story of centuries past. It was here, in 1918, that the union of Transylvania with Romania was proclaimed, making Alba Iulia a powerful symbol of national identity. Free time to have lunch and explore the historic center.
   
   2:45 p.m. Alba Iulia – Departure.
   
   3:45 p.m. Hunedoara – Arrival. We’ll visit Corvin Castle (entrance included), one of the most impressive Gothic fortresses in Europe. Built in the 15th century, with its pointed towers, drawbridges, and stone walls, it resembles a fairy-tale castle and stands as a true medieval jewel.
   
   5:00 p.m. Hunedoara – Departure.
   
   6:45 p.m. Sibiu – Arrival. A city of German origin, Sibiu boasts a beautiful historic center with medieval squares and a vibrant cultural atmosphere. Overnight stay.
   

   Stay: Continental forum(Piata Unirii, nr. 10, cod 550173, Sibi), Mercure sibiu arsenal(Bulevardul Victoriei 48)
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   Day 8 — Sibiu – Cozia – Bucharest

   Total distance covered: 286 km
   Scenery: The journey takes us from the heart of Transylvania to the plains of Wallachia, crossing forested mountains, river gorges, and landscapes that blend nature with tradition.
   
   Morning - Sibiu. Free time in Sibiu, the Saxon jewel of Transylvania and former cultural capital of the region. Its medieval squares —the Great Square, the Small Square, and Huet Square—, Gothic churches, and houses with their characteristic “eyes” on the rooftops create an urban ensemble of extraordinary charm, which earned it the title of European Capital of Culture in 2007. Its cobblestone streets and Central European atmosphere make Sibiu one of Romania’s most captivating destinations.
   
   11:45 a.m. Sibiu – Departure.
   
   1:15 p.m. Cozia – Arrival. Stop to visit the Cozia Monastery (entrance included), one of the oldest and most valuable in Wallachia, founded in the 14th century. Its Byzantine frescoes, the sober beauty of its architecture, and its natural setting framed by the mountains and the Olt River convey spirituality and devotion. Free time to stroll and have lunch in this spa town, popular with Romanians.
   
   3:00 p.m. Cozia – Departure. We cross the last mountain stretches on our way to the capital.
   
   6:15 p.m. Bucharest – Arrival in the Romanian capital.
   

   Stay: Mercure bucarest city center(Strada George Enescu 15-17-17A), Bucharest unirii square(Strada Nerva Traian 3A, Bucure537;ti 031041, Rumanía)
9. 9

   Day 9 — Bucharest

   After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
   
   Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
   

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