10 Cultural Tours in Sighisoara That You Shouldn't Miss

February 21, 2022 Tambra Mccollister

The clock tower of Sighisoarais the grand dame of the city, reigning tall and proud from atop a central hill. Founded by Transylvanian Saxons during the 12th century, Sighisoara is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and features well-preserved medieval stone streets and structures. Visit fortified churches, climb the famed Scara Şcolarilor covered staircase, and get goosebumps at the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s terrifying creature, Count Dracula.
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1. 7 days Private Romania Grand Tour from Bucharest

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Experience an 7-day private tour from Bucharest to include Sibiu, Sighisoara, Bistrita, Gura Humorului, Piatra Neamt, Brasov and Sinaia. Learn how three different cultures converge in one country. Enjoy sightseeing in Bucharest, Romania's capital. Visit Dracula's birthplace, Sighisoara. See Borgo Pass, Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle, Bicaz Gorges, the magnificent painted churches from Bucovina and Wooden Churches in Maramures.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 6 nights accommodation, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Tips for the tour guide/driver, Entrance fees not included, Supplement for Single Room - 150 euro to be payed locally in cash/credit card

Reviewed By Rene S

Due to the current covid situation, I had a private tour that day, which was awesome. Mathias was a great guide, has a lot of general Romanian knowledge along with historical. This made for great conversation on the way to and from the castles. I highly recommend the tour and would gladly do it again with friends and family in the future.

2. 9 Days Treasures of Romania Tour

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Treasures of Romania is a small group (maximum 6 people) tour designed for those who want to visit the most famous tourist attractions of Romania but don’t have enough time for a longer vacation. In just 9 days this shared tour of Romania will give the chance of visiting cities like Bucharest or Cluj Napoca, medieval citadels of Transylvania such as Sibiu, Sighisoara or Brasov, rural areas from Maramures and Bucovina, Hungarian villages, the castles of Bran or Peles, UNESCO sites and many others.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation for 8-nights in 4-star hotels and B&B, Airport transfers on Day 1 and Day 9, Transport by modern car, Licensed English-speaking tour guide/driver

Exclusions: Photographing or filming fees (paid directly to sites visited), Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel extras (minibar, etc.), Travel insurance, Tips

Reviewed By KalmarMalla

Daniel gave us a full pot tour! Many impressions, important knowledge and a perfect balance of information and silence. Malin and Pierre from Sweden

3. Treasures of Romania and Bulgaria Tour from Bucharest

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Treasures of Romania and Bulgaria Tour takes you in just 11 days in two important countries of the Balkans. You will travel with a small group of maximum 6 people. Romania and Bulgaria, part of Eastern Europe, share many similarities but in the same time have their unique traits. During this tour you can discover two capitals, Bucharest and Sofia, two different languages, great historical regions such as Transylvania or Maramures, beautiful medieval cities such as Sibiu, Sighisora, Veliko Tarnovo or Plovdiv and many other famous tourist landmarks.

Inclusions: Airport pick-up in Bucharest, Romania and drop-off in Sofia, Bulgaria, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport by modern car or van, Accommodation for 10 nights in 4-star hotels and B&Bs, Licensed English-speaking tour guide/driver in Romania, English-speaking travel assistant/driver in Romania

Exclusions: Flight ticket, Hotel extras (telephone, mini bar, etc), Other meals except for the breakfast and dinner on Day 5, Photographing or filming fees at the visited sites, Tips, Travel insurance, Personal expenses

Reviewed By KalmarMalla

Daniel gave us a full pot tour! Many impressions, important knowledge and a perfect balance of information and silence. Malin and Pierre from Sweden

4. Small Group Dracula Tour

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The Dracula Tour follows the history and the legends about Dracula, the infamous character of Bram Stoker. The tour is operated with a small group (maximum 6 people) and it starts in Bucharest, a city first mentioned in a written document by Dracula himself. On the way to Transylvania you’ll reach the real fortress of Vlad the Impaler and then, passing through Sibiu you’ll see many other place related to him such as the Corvin Castle, the medieval town of Sighisoara, his birth place, the Borgo Pass or the Bran Castle, the most visited tourist attraction of Romania.

Inclusions: Airport/hotel pick-up and drop-off in Bucharest, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport by modern car or van, Accommodation for 9 nights in 3/4-star hotels and superior B&Bs, Licensed English-speaking tour guide/driver

Exclusions: Flight ticket, Hotel extras (telephone, mini bar, etc), Other meals except for the breakfast, Photographing or filming fees at the visited sites, Tips, Travel insurance, Personal expenses

Reviewed By KalmarMalla

Daniel gave us a full pot tour! Many impressions, important knowledge and a perfect balance of information and silence. Malin and Pierre from Sweden

5. Private Day Trip to Sighisoara and gipsy community villages

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For those that seek a fairytale image of Transylvania, this day trip will reveal the story of medieval villages surrounded by thick forests, of majestic fortified churches, and of citadels that are inhabited to this day. A visit to Sighisoara is perhaps the best way to experience time travel. And no holiday can be complete without experiencing a little bit of the local life. A visit in the heart of a gypsy community will teach us about their traditions and about crafts that have been long gone from today’s world.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Transportation with a modern vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop off, Entrance fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch (approx. €13/person), Photography fees, Tips for the tour guide

Reviewed By Guthius

We took this tour and had a great time. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, and shared a lot of interesting information and history. We had a lot of fun, would definitely recommend!

6. Explore Transylvania Tour 4 days

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Transylvania Explorer Tour invites you to experience the history, the myth, the intrigue and the magic of this wonderful realm.

Inclusions: 3 nights accommodation in 3* hotels centraly located, Fuel surcharge, Breakfast, Driver/guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By queenrmp

My boyfriend and I went on a search for the real Dracula with Ion. At first we didn’t know it was a personal tour and we didn’t know if we had to pack stuff to leave in a bus, car etc with other people. I was so excited to know it was a personal tour. No worries about leaving things behind in a vehicle while exploring. Ion was very informative and he was very knowledgeable about Romanian history. There were a few stops and we ate a lunch next to the Poenari castle. I was a bit worried about the 1400 steps at the castle since I have problems with asthma and the cold(it was December). But there was no rush on how fast we trekked up the stairs. He didn’t even seem to mind that I had Dante my plushie with me!

7. Private 3-Day Best of Romania Tour from Cluj Napoca

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3-day round-trip Best of Romania tour to Brasov from Cluj Napoca. Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Cluj Napoca. Enjoy guided sightseeing tours in Brasov and Sighisoara. Visit Turda Salt Mine, one of the top 10 world underground wonders. Discover top Transylvania attractions as Hunedoara Castle and Bran Castle and discover the truth behind the legends! Explore Brasov medieval town and walk on Vlad the Impaler path! Visit The Bears Sanctuary, the largest brown bears sanctuary in the world and prepare your camera for amazing pictures! Discover the legends behind the mysterious Rasnov Fortress! Spend 2 nights in 3- stars authentic pension; breakfast included. 

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 nights accommodation at Casa Timar Pension in Brasov, en suite rooms, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Round-trip private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Other meals ( lunches, dinners )

Reviewed By 170carolf

Autumn is a great time to visit Transylvania. One of the highlights for me was the mountain roads and seeing the bright autumn colours in the forests. The scenery is spectacular! Bogdan is an excellent tour guide who entertained me with his stories and knowledge of the castles. He is able to explain the history of the region and to answer any questions. Due to COVID, the castles were not crowded and the lines were short. The cold misty weather when I visited Bran Castle added to the spooky atmosphere.

8. Sighisoara - half day trip

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After one hour scenic drive from Targu Mureș you will explore a still inhabited citadel of Sighișoara for 2-3 hours and enjoy the beautiful medieval architecture  , a romantic saxon city who still preserve his charm , a two hours walk plus a climb in to the Clock Tower ,    then head back to your hotel in Targu Mures

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Local taxes, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

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Reviewed By V4019NQkaties

Custom made trip/transfer from Cluj-Napoca, stopped at Turda mine & Turda, spent few hours in Târgu Mureş before heading to airport! Christian is a nice guys, knowledgeable and informative! Will definitely book him if return to Transilvania!

9. 3 Day Tour to Brasov from Bucharest

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Book 3-day round-trip Best of Romania Tour from Bucharest with 2 nights in Brasov, breakfast included. This three full-day small group program was designed to offer to the visitors an insightful glimpse over the mythical land of Transylvania. Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy guided sightseeing tours in Brasov, explore Sighisoara medieval town and walk on Vlad the Impaler path! Discover the place where Vlad Dracula was born! Visit astonishing Peles Castle and the famous and Bran Castle and discover the truth behind the legends! Visit The Bears Sanctuary, the largest brown bears sanctuary in the world and prepare your camera for amazing pictures! Discover the legends behind the mysterious Rasnov Fortress! Visit Snagov Monastery and see the tumb where Vlad the Impaler is buried! Spend 2 nights in 3- stars authentic pension, breakfast included.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 nights accommodation in Brasov , Driver/ English speaking qualified guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, entrance fees.

Reviewed By Mosie17

This was not intended to be a private tour, but it ended up being so. I was solo traveling Romania and wanted very specific things to be included in the day - this was a tour that had it all. As a new tour option, not a lot of people had booked it, so I ended up being the only one for the day. I had the time of my life with Mimi! She came and picked me up at the meet up location. We started with the bear sanctuary. Very informative, you will see rescued bears up close and personal. We then made the trip to the next two castles as well as stopping for a brief lunch. I truly felt like I had a friend by my side experiencing the castle tours with me. During the car rides, I would ask her questions about Romania: the history, the culture, the people. Anything I asked, she would give me a very thoughtful and detailed answer. I learned about her life, which was an inspiration in itself. I had studied abroad for a time in Ireland and it turns out she had lived in Ireland for 10 years! She took the scenic route and we showed each other different music. I truly enjoyed myself all day long and was sad to see the day come to an end. I don't think I've ever had a better tour.

10. Private 4-Day Best of Romania Tour from Cluj Napoca

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Pick 4-day round-trip Best of Romania Tour to Brasov from Cluj Napoca. Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Cluj Napoca. Learn about Romania's rich history and culture from your knowledgeable guide. Enjoy guided sightseeing tours in Brasov and Sighisoara. Visit Turda Salt Mine, one of the top 10 world underground wonders. Discover top Transylvania attractions as Hunedoara Castle and Bran Castle and discover the truth behind the legends! Explore Brasov and Sibiu medieval towns and walk on Vlad the Impaler path! Go back in time while visiting Viscri village! Visit The Bears Sanctuary, the largest in the world and prepare your camera for amazing pictures! Discover the legends behind the mysterious Rasnov Fortress! Spend 3 nights in 3- stars authentic pension; 1 nt dinner in Sibiel and all breakfasts included.

Inclusions: 3 nights accommodation, all all breakfasts, 1st night in Sibiel 3-course dinner, home made wine and Romanian plum brandy, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Round-trip private transfer by air-conditioned minivan or private vehicle

Exclusions: Entrance and photo fees, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By 170carolf

Autumn is a great time to visit Transylvania. One of the highlights for me was the mountain roads and seeing the bright autumn colours in the forests. The scenery is spectacular! Bogdan is an excellent tour guide who entertained me with his stories and knowledge of the castles. He is able to explain the history of the region and to answer any questions. Due to COVID, the castles were not crowded and the lines were short. The cold misty weather when I visited Bran Castle added to the spooky atmosphere.

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