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Join us on an exciting journey by coach and rail into the heart of Transylvania. Uncover a tumultuous history as we walk through the streets of beautiful medieval cities. Discover a fascinating multi-cultural heritage and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Venture into the wilderness aboard historic steam trains and explore timeless rural landscapes for a gentler glimpse into the ancient Romanian way of life. Surrounded by breathtaking nature, Transylvania’s fairy tale castles lend an aura of legend and mystery to this magical tour.
Today we fly to Bucharest where we’ll meet our local guide and transfer by coach to our hotel for an overnight stay. This evening’s dinner, including wine, will be served in a local restaurant where you can enjoy traditional entertainment.
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After breakfast we transfer by coach to the town of Calimanesti and board the train for the first of our rail journeys. Sit back and enjoy views of the Olt River and beautiful scenery of the Carparthian mountains as the train heads to Sibiu, one of the largest cities in Transylvania. On arrival we’ll experience some locomotive history at Sibiu’s Steam Train Museum, now home to a collection of retired standard-gauge and narrow gauge steam locomotives and engines. We travel by coach to your hotel where we will stay for two nights
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Founded by German colonists at the end of the 12th-Century, Sibiu is one of the oldest cities in Transylvania. Its Old Town has many famous squares and we’ll enjoy a guided walking tour. This evening, we board our coach and travel to Sibiel where we join the locals for a traditional dinner including homemade wine and brandy.
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After breakfast, we board our coach and travel to Hunyadi. Once the residence of Hungarian Kings, Hunyadi Castle is often called one the of the ‘Seven Wonders of Romania’. This fairytale castle, with towers, balconies and oriel windows, is a place where legends turn to life. After a fascinating visit, we’ll journey by coach to Alba Lulia and enjoy free time to explore this city steeped in history, with a star-shaped Citadel at its heart. Our next stop is Turda where we visit one of the world’s oldest salt mines. Tonight’s dinner is served in our hotel in Cluj-Napoca.
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Today we travel by coach, board a narrow-gauge steam train and journey on the last remaining forestry railway in Europe. The Vaser Valley winds its way through a wilderness passing over bridges and through tunnels along the river. We’ll enjoy a barbecue lunch before visiting the wooden churches of Barsana and Bogdan Voda. Tonight, we stay in Bistrita.
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Today we travel by coach to one of the most interesting towns in Transylvania, Targu Mures. The baroque-style Apollo Palace, 18th century Old Prefecture building, Teleki Palace and Orthodox Cathedral are just some of the city landmarks we’ll see during our guided tour. After seeing the birthplace of Count Dracula and the Church on the Hill, we’ll board a local train to Brasov. We are then transferred by coach to our hotel.
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This morning we enjoy a walking tour of Brasov, known as the ‘Crown of Transylvania’. We’ll explore the beautiful centre on foot starting in Council Square. See narrow Sforii Street and the impressive Gothic-style Black Church seriously damaged by the great fire of 1689 that destroyed much of the city. We continue to Bran by coach and visit the castle widely known as the setting of Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Dinner is served in Bran Castle Tea House. We then transfer by coach back to the hotel.
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Today we are transferred by coach to the train station and travel by rail to the mountain resort of Sinaia, alighting at the Royal Train Station, which is also a stop for the famous Orient Express. We’ll visit this masterpiece of German new Renaissance architecture, undoubtedly one of the most stunning castles in Europe. After time at leisure in Sinaia, we continue by coach to Bucharest for a panoramic tour, showing us the Arch of Triumph and Kisseleff Boulevard. At a local restaurant in the Old Town, we’ll enjoy a farewell dinner with entertainment and a glass of wine.
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After breakfast we include one final visit to Parliament Palace. We then transfer by coach to Bucharest Airport for our return flight to London.
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*Please note: You don't have to worry about travelling with your luggage throughout the holiday, as our coach will transfer this for you.*
Single Room Supplement from £450.00 (11 days).
You will stay for one night at the Hotel Mercure Hotel Mercure Unirii in Bucharest, two nights at the Hotel Golden Tulip in Sibiu, one night at the Golden Tulip Ana Done Cluj, one night at the Hotel Gabriela of Viseu des sus, two nights at the Hotel Metropolis Bistrita, two nights at the Hotel Kronwell in Brasov and one night at the Hotel Mercure Unirii in Bucharest. Exact hotels will be confirmed in your final travel documents.
Please Note: Due to demand, we may use other hotels of a similar standard. Your exact hotel details will be provided with your travel documents.
Situated right in the heart of Bucharest on Unirii Square, the 4-star Hotel Mercure Bucharest Unirii.
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The 4-star Hotel Golden Tulip is situated in the city centre of Sibiu, within walking distance from the old town. Rooms feature state-of-the-art technology, spacious bathrooms and large windows. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
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The 4-star Hotel Golden Tulip is situated in the city centre of Sibiu, within walking distance from the old town. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
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The 3-star Hotel Gabriela features fully equipped modern rooms, a wellness centre with indoor pool and spa facilities, plus an à la carte restaurant serving international cuisine and traditional Romanian dishes.
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The 4-star Hotel Metropolis is located in the centre of Bistrita. The modern rooms are air conditioned and amenities include a sauna, gym, hot tub and indoor swimming pool. The Metropolis Restaurant serves traditional Romanian and international cuisine and has direct access to a terrace on the Bistrita River.
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The 4-star Hotel Kronwell features a stylish à la carte restaurant, state-of-the art facilities including an indoor pool, and free Wi-Fi.
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