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Bucharest & Transylvania to Budapest - Small Group Tour

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From Bucharest to Budapest
5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Night view of an illuminated riverside palace reflecting in water.
  • Historic clock tower and church buildings in a town square.
  • Panoramic view of a grand riverside building with spires.
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  • Aerial view of a city with a large square and historic buildings.
  • A medieval castle with a drawbridge and a person walking on it.
  • Colorful town with a spired church and charming streets.
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 3 - 14
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Bucharest

    Bucharest
    Start point
    Bucharest, Romania (Bucharest)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Lido by Phoenicia)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Bucharest's charming streets at your own pace
  3. Day 2

    Bucharest

    Bucharest
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Lido by Phoenicia)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Bucharest's highlights with licensed local guide
    • Visit Revolution Square
    • Visit Romanian Atheneum
    • Explore Old Town
    • Visit Manuc's Inn
    • Visit Old Princely Court

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at local restaurants directed by guide
    Landmarks
    Revolution Square
    Romanian Atheneum
    Old Town Bucharest
    Manuc's Inn
    Old Princely Court
  4. Day 3

    Bucharest - Peles Castle - Bran Castle - Sibiu

    Bucharest - Peles Castle - Bran Castle - Sibiu
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Golden Tulib Hotel Sibiu)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Peles Castle with entrance included
    • Visit Bran Castle with entrance included
    Landmarks
    Peles Castle
    Bran Castle
  5. Day 4

    Sibiu - Corvin Castle - Timisoara

    Sibiu - Corvin Castle - Timisoara
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Continental Timisoara or similar)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Sibiu Old Town with guide
    • Visit Corvin Castle with entrance included
    Landmarks
    Sibiu Old Town
    Corvin Castle
  6. Day 5

    Timisoara - Arad - Budapest

    Timisoara - Arad - Budapest
    End point
    Budapest, Hungary (Budapest)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Timisoara Old Town
    • Walking tour of Arad

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at a local restaurant in Arad if time permits
    Landmarks
    Timisoara Old Town
    Arad City Hall Palace
    Palace of Culture, Arad
    Red Church, Arad
    Roman Catholic Church, Arad
    State Theatre, Arad

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Where You'll Stay

  • Hotel Lido by Phoenicia

    Hotel 4*
    Days 1, 2

  • Golden Tulib Hotel Sibiu

    Hotel 4*
    day 3

  • Hotel Continental Timisoara or similar

    Hotel 4*
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Traveler Moments

  • Bird’s-eye view into a stone courtyard of a Gothic castle complex with visitors walking below.
  • Grand Orthodox cathedral with ornate spires and patterned brickwork against a clear sky.
  • Travelers posing with autumn foliage and a medieval hilltop castle in the background.
  • Museum display of an armored knight on horseback behind glass in a grand hall.
  • Richly carved wooden doorway featuring colorful stained-glass panels of Renaissance figures.
  • Group of senior travellers pose in a historic courtyard adorned with frescoed walls and timber framing.
  • Lavish baroque church interior with pink marble columns, ornate frescoes and gilded altars illuminated by chandeliers.
  • Bronze statue ensemble on a tall plinth depicting historical figures against a clear blue sky in a city square.
  • Woman in striped shirt looks down a narrow cobbled alley framed by an old brick archway.
  • Medieval courtyard with red-tiled tower and forested mountain backdrop, filled with tourists exploring.
  • Vibrant pedestrian street covered by a colourful canopy of floating umbrellas with shoppers and cafés below.
  • Gothic church with tall patterned spire and clock tower set against a vivid blue sky in an old European town.

Traveler Reviews

5.0
Overall rating based on 4 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    5.0
  • Food
    5.0
  • Tour Operator
    4.4

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  • Kandy5.0•October 2026
    We had wharf turned out to be a private tour of Bucharest and Transylvania with our tour guide Irina. We were picked...
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    • Richly carved wooden doorway featuring colorful stained-glass panels of Renaissance figures.
    • Bird’s-eye view into a stone courtyard of a Gothic castle complex with visitors walking below.
    • Travelers posing with autumn foliage and a medieval hilltop castle in the background.
    • Grand Orthodox cathedral with ornate spires and patterned brickwork against a clear sky.
    • Museum display of an armored knight on horseback behind glass in a grand hall.
    Traveled in October 2026
  • Jill
    Jill5.0•August 2026
    Our guide, Irina was wonderful. She is a proud Romanian who was able to explain so much to us of Romanian culture and...
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    • Gothic church with tall patterned spire and clock tower set against a vivid blue sky in an old European town.
    • Vibrant pedestrian street covered by a colourful canopy of floating umbrellas with shoppers and cafés below.
    • Group of senior travellers pose in a historic courtyard adorned with frescoed walls and timber framing.
    • Lavish baroque church interior with pink marble columns, ornate frescoes and gilded altars illuminated by chandeliers.
    • Bronze statue ensemble on a tall plinth depicting historical figures against a clear blue sky in a city square.
    • Woman in striped shirt looks down a narrow cobbled alley framed by an old brick archway.
    • Medieval courtyard with red-tiled tower and forested mountain backdrop, filled with tourists exploring.
    Traveled in July 2026
    Reply from: Ajdinis
    Thank you for nice review:) We hope to see you again at another parts of Balkans,Greece,Italy or Turkey.
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  • Jennifer5.0•August 2026
    We are a group of 4, 70+ year olds who thoroughly enjoyed this tour. We were able to learn about the history and...
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    Traveled in July 2026
    Reply from: Ajdinis
    Thank you for nice review:) We hope to see you again at another parts of Balkans,Greece,Italy or Turkey.
    Show more
  • Erik
    Erik5.0•June 2025
    This tour was an absolute delight, offering a perfect blend of history, culture, and relaxation. From the moment we...
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    Traveled in May 2025
    Reply from: Ajdinis
    Thank you for the nice comment, dear Erik!
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    Im looking for a guided bike tour from bucharest to budapest.. this looks like it may fit

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