About this trip
Twelve days across Romania, from Transylvanian countryside to the wetlands of the Danube Delta. Expect medieval towns, painted monasteries, mountain scenery and a slow cruise through one of Europe's last great wild river deltas.
This is a guided group trip at a moderate pace, mixing some walking and hiking with time in cities and villages. You'll go from Dracula's Bran Castle to UNESCO monasteries in Bucovina, then down to the Danube Delta before finishing in Bucharest.
It suits travellers who want a mix of history, nature and a bit of legend, without a punishing schedule.
What you'll do
- Visit Bran Castle in the Transylvanian Alps
- Explore the painted monasteries of Bucovina, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Walk medieval Transylvanian towns and villages
- Cruise the Danube Delta, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
- Explore Bucharest, once nicknamed the Paris of the East
- Moderate pace with some hiking, suited to those comfortable with regular walking
- Private rooms throughout, so no dorm-style sharing
- Covers a wide sweep of Romania, so expect regular changes of location
Worth it if you want genuine Romanian culture, walks and wildlife without rushing. Think twice if you prefer leisurely pacing or dislike feeling you're missing things.
- Painted monasteries, Danube Delta boat trip, and steam train are genuinely memorable highlights.
- Walking pace is manageable and scenery—snowy mountains, diverse landscapes—exceeds expectations.
- 12 days feels cramped; major sites like Bucharest's outdoor museum get only an hour.
- Guide quality matters hugely here; Hoera's touches made the difference for repeat visitors.
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Departing in Aug is cheapest — from £2,140, about 21% below the priciest month (May).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Bucharest · 25 Aug – 26 Aug
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