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Alba Iulia (Romanian pronunciation: [ˌalba ˈjuli.a] ( listen); German: Karlsburg or Carlsburg, formerly Weißenburg, Hungarian: Gyulafehérvár, Latin: Apulum, Ottoman Turkish: Erdel Belgradı or Belgrad-ı Erdel) is a city located on the Mureş River in Alba County, Transylvania, Romania, with a population of 63,536 as of 2011. Since the High Middle Ages, the city has been the seat of Transylvania's Roman Catholic diocese. Between 1541 and 1690 it was the capital of the Eastern Hungarian Kingdom and the latter Principality of Transylvania. Alba Iulia is historically important for Romanians, Hungarians and Transylvanian Saxons.
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1. 7 days Private Romania Grand Tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
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. Small Group Dracula Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
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
3. Transylvania Castles 4-day tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Travel throughout Romania in a small group tour of a maximum of 8 travelers. Discover the most prominent medieval castles and landmarks in 4-days tour of Transylvania. Visit Dracula's Castle and Peles Castle, as well as several other numerous citadels and fortresses such as Rasnov, Rupea, and Sighisoara.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Hotel pick-up and drop off in Bucharest, Accommodation for 3 nights in centrally located hotels , Professional English-speaking guide, One lunch with traditional local products, Horse-drawn carriage rides, Workshop about medieval crafts, Transportation with a modern vehicle, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Airline tickets, Travel insurance, Meals and alcoholic beverages, other than the ones mentioned in the itinerary, Photography fees, Tips for guide/driver, Various expenses such as room service, beverages, personal calls, souvenirs, etc.
Reviewed By stefandeutschlan
Our first private tour and we were delighted with the experience. The tour was fast-paced, which was fine for us - be ready at 8 am. We saw so much more than if we would have tried it on our own. We were lucky to have a friendly guide, Michael. He was knowledgeable and entertaining, with excellent driving skills. Our plan of visiting Romania during COVID-19 end well, and I hope to discover more in the next years.
4. Treasures of Romania and Hungary small group tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
“Treasures of Romania and Hungary Tour” takes you in just 10 days in two of the most beautiful countries in Eastern Europe: Romania and Hungary. It starts in the vivid city of Bucharest, Romania’s capital city, then it crosses the Carpathian Mountains into the exotic Transylvania where you’ll discover forgotten villages, well-preserved medieval towns and old legends. On the way, you’ll experience the rural life of Maramures, while in Hungary you’ll discover famous wine areas, admire the Baroque town of Eger and the magnificent city of Budapest.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Airport pick-up in Bucharest and drop-off in Budapest, Transport by modern car, Accommodation for 9 nights in 4-star hotels and B&Bs, Breakfast, Licensed English-speaking tour guide/driver, Traditional dinner on Day 6
Exclusions: Flight ticket, Hotel extras (telephone, mini bar, etc), Drinks (other than water), Other meals except breakfast and Dinner on Day 6, 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. 6-Days Transylvania and UNESCO Bucovina Painted Monasteries Tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Discover medieval citadels, spectacular natural landscapes and traditions that endured over time in two of the most beautiful regions in Romania, Transylvania and Bucovina. This 6-days tour takes you through the Carpathian Mountains and on to the Transylvanian plain as it shows you legendary castles, Painted Monasteries of Bucovina nowadays UNESCO Heritage sites, a German fortified city, a 15th century fortified church, a magnificent gorge and a former European Capital of Culture.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 5 nights accommodation, Breakfast, 1 Homemade dinner in a Transylvanian house, Professional English Speaking Guide, Hotel/Hostel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off, Local taxes, Transport by sedan/minivan vehicle, Live commentary on board, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Small-group tour (maximum 6 people per group)
Exclusions: Entrance fees ( 20 euros per person), Single supplement – 100 euro per room., Other Meals/drinks unless specified, Photo fees, Gratuities
Reviewed By yayitssidney
We had a great time with our tour guide, Paul!! My boyfriend and I were vaccinated and decided to spend 4 days in Bucharest. We took this tour on a Sunday and due to the Covid season all the locations we visited were pretty clear. I was very appreciative that we didn't have to fight with crowds or long lines to enter the castles. This tour takes you to all the main castles/places in 12 hours. I chose this tour over the other ones offered on Tripadvisor since it gave us a good amount of time at each spot. I liked that we didn't feel rushed & got to really soak everything in. Yes, it seems long but I swear it goes by quick. Expect to walk a lot & definitely pack some easy to eat snacks. Also, don't forget like I did --- PACK COFFEE! The tour starts early and if you're not a morning person, coffee is a must. No more hesitating and just book it. Great price for a quality tour.
6. 6-Days Transylvania & Wooden Churches of Maramures from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Discover enchanting sites, spectacular landscapes, landmarks and traditions that endured over time in the beautiful regions in Romania, Transylvania and Maramures. This 6-days private tour takes you through the Carpathian Mountains and on to the Transylvanian plain as it shows you legendary castles and Wooden Churches of Maramures nowadays UNESCO Heritage sites.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 6 nights accommodation, Breakfast, 2 Homemade dinner in a Maramures house , Professional English Speaking Guide, Hotel/Hostel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off, Local taxes, Transport by sedan/minivan vehicle, Live commentary on board, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Entrance fees ( 30 euros per person), Other Meals/drinks unless specified, Photo fees, Gratuities
Reviewed By yayitssidney
We had a great time with our tour guide, Paul!! My boyfriend and I were vaccinated and decided to spend 4 days in Bucharest. We took this tour on a Sunday and due to the Covid season all the locations we visited were pretty clear. I was very appreciative that we didn't have to fight with crowds or long lines to enter the castles. This tour takes you to all the main castles/places in 12 hours. I chose this tour over the other ones offered on Tripadvisor since it gave us a good amount of time at each spot. I liked that we didn't feel rushed & got to really soak everything in. Yes, it seems long but I swear it goes by quick. Expect to walk a lot & definitely pack some easy to eat snacks. Also, don't forget like I did --- PACK COFFEE! The tour starts early and if you're not a morning person, coffee is a must. No more hesitating and just book it. Great price for a quality tour.
7. 4-Day Inside Transylvania & Transfagarasan Tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Discover medieval citadels, spectacular natural landscapes and traditions that endured over time in one of the most beautiful regions in the world, Transylvania. This 4-day tour takes you through the Carpathian Mountains and on to the Transylvanian plain as it shows you a legendary castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Village, a German fortified city and a former European Capital of Culture. Experience the traditions of Transylvania, its delicious cuisine and the German heritage that shaped the places on the way from the Middle Ages until today.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Overnight accommodation 3* hotels or guesthouses, Fuel surcharge, 1 Homemade dinner in a Transylvanian house, Local taxes, Breakfast, Live commentary on board, Professional English Speaking Guide, Hotel/Hostel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off, Transport by sedan/minivan vehicle, Small-group tour (maximum 6 people per group)
Exclusions: Entrance fees ( 20 euros per person), Other Meals/drinks unless specified, Photo fees, Gratuities, Single supplement – 70 euro per room.
Reviewed By yayitssidney
We had a great time with our tour guide, Paul!! My boyfriend and I were vaccinated and decided to spend 4 days in Bucharest. We took this tour on a Sunday and due to the Covid season all the locations we visited were pretty clear. I was very appreciative that we didn't have to fight with crowds or long lines to enter the castles. This tour takes you to all the main castles/places in 12 hours. I chose this tour over the other ones offered on Tripadvisor since it gave us a good amount of time at each spot. I liked that we didn't feel rushed & got to really soak everything in. Yes, it seems long but I swear it goes by quick. Expect to walk a lot & definitely pack some easy to eat snacks. Also, don't forget like I did --- PACK COFFEE! The tour starts early and if you're not a morning person, coffee is a must. No more hesitating and just book it. Great price for a quality tour.
8. Private day trip to Corvin Castle and Alba Carolina Fortress from Cluj-Napoca
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
The private day trip to Corvin Castle and Alba Carolina will give you a better perspective about Transylvania's culture, history, and architecture. Also, the two stops will give you the perfect opportunity to take some of the best pictures for your social media, while in Transylvania.
Inclusions: Transportation with a modern vehicle, Professional English-speaking guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Lunch, Photography fees, Personal expenses
Reviewed By LanaHarris
We made the day trip in 2019. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, and the car was comfortable and clean. We dealt with Ilona, and she was very helpful in answering all our questions. We especially enjoyed the view of Sighisoara from the City Tower. We would highly recommend Rolandia if you're planning a trip to Transylvania.
9. 3-Day Transylvania from Bucharest: Sibiu, Brasov, Sighisoara, Bran & Sinaia
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 6 reviews
This tour will reveal the most beautiful and fascinating sights in Transylvania. You will visit Sinaia Monastery and Peles Castle, one of the most stunning castles in Europe and a masterpiece of architecture in Sinaia, “the Pearl of the Carpathians", Bran Castle, famous worldwide as Dracula’s Castle, an impressive 13th century hilltop fortress that is one of major attraction in Transylvania and Alba Carolina Fortress - the largest and best-preserved in Romania, unique in the European military architecture. For a complete experience, the tour includes guided panoramic tours of the most charming medieval cities: Alba Iulia, Sibiu, Sighisoara and Brasov. The tour includes 2 nights of accommodation in 4* hotels, 1 night stay in Alba Iulia and 1 night in Brasov - DBL room and breakfast.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2 nights accommodation in 4* hotels, Alba Iulia and Brasov, in DBL room, Guided city tour of Alba Iulia, Sibiu, Sighisoara and Brasov, Pick-up/drop-off at Bucharest accommodation, Professional English-speaking tour guide, Transportation by modern air-conditioned car/minibus
Exclusions: Lunches & Dinners, Photography & Video fees
Reviewed By 287gerardoj
The ride to get the the castle was kind of long but with the wifi I kept myself entertained. The castle was amazing and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and explain everything very well. I had an exceptional day learning about Romanian history. I would recommend this tour to anyone if they are spending a couple of days in Romania.
10. Tour to Corvin Castle in Hunedoara & Alba Iulia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
This day trip will take you on a land full of history, where you will visit the famous Hunedoara Castle and Alba Iulia Fortress.
Inclusions: English speaking, specialised guide and driver for 1 days from/to Sibiu, Transport from/to Sibiu, Map with Romania
Exclusions: Photo fees, Personal costs (souvenir, drinks, etc.), Entrance fees
Reviewed By Vladimiramirela
The city locals pride themselves with something to do any given evening, regardless the season. There is always someone to meet or see, a good restaurant or terrace to stop by, or simply take a relaxing stroll. All roads go to... not to the proverbial Rome in this case, but to the heart of Sibiu's Old Town, the Big Square.
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