Please provide the name and address of the meetup hotel for Day 1 of this trip.

The joining point hotel for Day 1 of your trip is: City Hotel Budapest, Dessewffy Utca 36, Budapest, HUNGARY.

What are the visa requirements for this trip?

Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality and the countries being visited during the tour. Current visa policies can be found in our Essential Trip Information.

What should I bring along for the tour?

It is advisable to pack clothes suitable for the weather, comfortable walking shoes, and any personal items and documents detailed in your pre-departure information.

Is there a surcharge for singles? Also, will the hotels have a person that I could pay to take my luggage (single carry-on) to my room? I have a bad back.

A single supplement is bookable for $575, excluding Day 6 (homestay), subject to availability. And yes we can check with the local operators about having a person to carry your bags to the room at each hotel (they might charge for this service)

Are there transport options available between tour locations?

Yes, transport between tour locations is organized and included in the tour package. This generally involves private buses or local transit options.

Is it possible to see the Transfagarasan Highway during the tour?

The Transfagarasan Highway is not included in the itinerary; however, private tours can be arranged post-trip to visit this famous roadway.

Can I book accommodations before or after the tour?

Yes, you can arrange pre and post tour accommodations by requesting specific dates and accommodation preferences either through our website or via the tour operator directly.

What hotel accommodations are available in Bucharest?

In Bucharest, accommodations such as the Hotel Central by Zeus International are typically used, offering comfortable and convenient lodging for travelers.

What is the policy on single supplement rooms?

Single supplement rooms are available for booking but are subject to availability. They may exclude specific parts of the trip, such as homestays, where sharing may be required.

How much does an airport transfer cost?

The pricing for airport transfers can vary, typically costing between $40 to $70, depending on the specific airport and hotel location.

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This tour gives you experiences that you could not have ordinarily, especially if you were to try to tour this area on your own.
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In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Max Group Size 12
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Budapest
Optional Activities
- Visit Buda Castle
- Explore Castle District
- Danube river cruise
- Dinner with fellow travellers
- Night walk along the Danube
Landmarks
Buda Castle
Castle District
Parliament Building
Day 2
Budapest to Eger
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Wine sampling at Valley of the Beautiful Women wine cellars
- Visit Eger Castle
Optional Activities
- Explore Gothic Palace
- View Hungarian art gallery
- Tour underground passageways
- Visit 19th-century cathedral
- Climb medieval minaret
- Visit Minorite Church in Dobo Square
Landmarks
Eger Castle
Valley of the Beautiful Women
Minorite Church
Day 3
Eger to Maramures
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Home-cooked dinner with local family)
Included Activities
- Home-cooked dinner with local family
Optional Activities
- Explore Deri Square
- Visit Great Church in Debrecen
Landmarks
Deri Square
Great Church
Day 4
Maramures
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided group tour of Maramures
- Visit Merry Cemetery in Sapanta
- Visit village museum in Sighetu
Optional Activities
- Explore other traditional villages
Landmarks
Merry Cemetery
Sighetu Village Museum
Day 5
Maramures to Sighisoara
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation walk around Old Town Sighisoara
Optional Activities
- Explore clock tower
- Traditional Romanian dinner at local restaurant
Landmarks
Sighisoara Old Town
Clock Tower
Day 6
Sighisoara to Viscri
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Home-cooked dinner prepared by local family with fresh produce, homemade wines and schnapps)
Included Activities
- Visit Viscri Fortified Church
- Local home-cooked dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Viscri village
Landmarks
Viscri Fortified Church
Day 7
Viscri to Brasov
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bran Castle tour
Optional Activities
- Visit ornate churches
- Explore townhouses and squares
- Visit bars and restaurants
Landmarks
Bran Castle
Day 8
Brasov
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Black Church (Biserica Neagra)
- Stroll along Strada Republicii
- Cable car to Mt Tampa
- Hiking trails
Landmarks
Black Church (Biserica Neagra)
Mt Tampa
Day 9
Brasov to Bucharest
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Bucharest
Optional Activities
- Explore Palace of Parliament
- Visit large squares
- Traditional Romanian food with fellow travellers
Landmarks
Palace of Parliament
Day 10
Bucharest
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Buda Castle
Castle District
Parliament Building

Landmarks
Eger Castle
Valley of the Beautiful Women
Minorite Church

Landmarks
Deri Square
Great Church

Landmarks
Merry Cemetery
Sighetu Village Museum

Landmarks
Sighisoara Old Town
Clock Tower

Landmarks
Viscri Fortified Church

Landmarks
Bran Castle

Landmarks
Black Church (Biserica Neagra)
Mt Tampa

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Palace of Parliament

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4.6

Overall rating based on 23 Reviews

Itinerary
4.3
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4.3
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.5
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Terrell
July 19th, 2025
The itinerary was great and the tour guide was amazing. Raluca had a wealth of knowledge about history and culture of...
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Traveled in July 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Terrell, thank you for your glowing review. We are always thrilled to know that our leaders are providing information about their homes and experiences to our travellers, and we will be sure to send along your kind words to her managers. Looking forward to having you along again for your next adventure, should we be afforded the opportunity. Stay well.
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Nanda
July 16th, 2025
I loved the 2 homestays on this trip! They were great local experiences. Our Guide, Reluca, was awesome! We always...
I loved the 2 homestays on this trip! They were great local experiences. Our Guide, Reluca, was awesome! We always knew what the plans were, ahead of time. She answered all our questions and checked on us regularly. The only improvement I would recommend is to be clearer in the itinerary that Budapest City is not included, so that Travellers know to do this on their own time. I did not realize this or I would have arrived a day earlier.Show more
Traveled in July 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you for taking the time to share your review, Nanda! We're thrilled to hear you had a lovely time in Central/Eastern Europe, and that Reluca's attentiveness and organisation was a big reason why. We also thank you for your suggestion about the itinerary wording. I hope we have you join us on another adventure soon!
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Ian
August 26th, 2023
A well planned trip with some surprising accommodation stops. We were amazed at how much we enjoyed our trip, and can...
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Traveled in August 2023
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Hi Ian, thanks so much for your review. We are so pleased to hear you had a ball on your Budapest to Bucharest tour! We hope you'll join us on another trip in the future.
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ruth
August 20th, 2023
Enjoyable leusurely paced trip exposing us to both country and city aspects of Romanian life and history
Traveled in August 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Ruth! Thank you so much for the feedback on your tour. So wonderful you were able to enjoy the pace of the tour and all the history. We hope to welcome you again soon!
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Christine
July 9th, 2023
Peter was an awesome guide. This tour gives you experiences that you could not have ordinarily, especially if you...
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Traveled in June 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you for your wonderful review Christine! - We're thrilled to hear that Peter was an awesome guide and provided you with extraordinary experiences during your tour. Romania indeed holds hidden gems that may be challenging to explore independently. We're glad that our tour allowed you to witness parts of the country that are frozen in time, offering a unique and immersive experience. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to discover more captivating destinations in the future!
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Ross
July 8th, 2023
It was an excellent tour with Petar being the perfect leader.
Traveled in June 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you for your review Ross - We're happy to hear you found your Budapest to Bucharest trip to be excellent, made all the more so by your perfect leader Petar! We sincerely appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you on a future Intrepid trip soon.
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Carolyn
September 6th, 2022
This was our first tour ever, and it was great! Our guide, Sando, was wonderful! His knowledge of history was a real...
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Traveled in August 2022
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Carolyn! Firstly, we are so pleased to have you join the Intrepid family, welcome! We loved to see such a glowing review from your travels through Budapest to Bucharest, and the time you spent with our fabulous leader, Sando! We also really appreciate your feedback and comments about Intrepid's awareness and commitment to serve through travel. This is a big part of who we are and the reason we do what we do. We hope that you will join us again on another Intrepid adventure soon!
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Louis
October 23rd, 2019
Maybe just a little too much walking for a 72 year old, overweight man who still smokes. That be said, I did manage...
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Charity
September 18th, 2019
Excellent guide and great itinerary
Traveled in April 2019
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Barbara
September 18th, 2019
I liked the opportunities to engage with locals and to travel some as a local.
Traveled in April 2019

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Colleen
Asked on June 24th, 2025
Please provide the name and address of the meetup hotel for Day 1 of this trip.
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2025
  The joining point hotel for Day 1 of your trip is: City Hotel Budapest, Dessewffy Utca 36, Budapest, HUNGARY.
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Charo
Asked on December 23rd, 2024
What are the visa requirements for this trip?
Visa
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality and the countries being visited during the tour. Current visa policies can be found in our Essential Trip Information.
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Nathan
Asked on November 17th, 2024
What should I bring along for the tour?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  It is advisable to pack clothes suitable for the weather, comfortable walking shoes, and any personal items and documents detailed in your pre-departure information.
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Robert
Asked on October 25th, 2024
Is there a surcharge for singles? Also, will the hotels have a person that I could pay to take my luggage (single carry-on) to my room? I have a bad back.
Accommodation
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  A single supplement is bookable for $575, excluding Day 6 (homestay), subject to availability. And yes we can check with the local operators about having a person to carry your bags to the room at each hotel (they might charge for this service)
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Suzy
Asked on October 4th, 2024
Are there transport options available between tour locations?
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  Yes, transport between tour locations is organized and included in the tour package. This generally involves private buses or local transit options.
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Cheyenne
Asked on July 22nd, 2024
Is it possible to see the Transfagarasan Highway during the tour?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2024
  The Transfagarasan Highway is not included in the itinerary; however, private tours can be arranged post-trip to visit this famous roadway.
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Larissa
Asked on May 15th, 2024
Can I book accommodations before or after the tour?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2024
  Yes, you can arrange pre and post tour accommodations by requesting specific dates and accommodation preferences either through our website or via the tour operator directly.
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Mina
Asked on May 14th, 2024
What hotel accommodations are available in Bucharest?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2024
  In Bucharest, accommodations such as the Hotel Central by Zeus International are typically used, offering comfortable and convenient lodging for travelers.
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Lydia
Asked on March 12th, 2024
What is the policy on single supplement rooms?
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  Single supplement rooms are available for booking but are subject to availability. They may exclude specific parts of the trip, such as homestays, where sharing may be required.
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Mario
Asked on March 7th, 2024
How much does an airport transfer cost?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  The pricing for airport transfers can vary, typically costing between $40 to $70, depending on the specific airport and hotel location.

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- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Hungary.Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Hungary.Romania. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Hungary. Ideally 6 months before travel.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Romania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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