Are meals included throughout the tour?

The tour includes breakfast and five traditional, home-hosted meals, offering authentic local cuisine.

Is the Transfagarasan Road open year-round?

No, the road is usually open from late June to early October due to snow outside those months.

How close will we get to wildlife during the bear watching?

Guides maintain a safe distance to minimize disturbance, providing responsible wildlife observation.

Is a guide provided for the entire tour?

Yes, an English-speaking guide drives and accompanies visitors throughout the 8-day itinerary.

What kind of accommodation is provided?

Accommodations include handpicked, well-rated hotels and guesthouses with breakfast included.

What should I bring for the salt mine visit?

Wear comfortable shoes and bring a light jacket; temperatures underground are cool and stable.

Authentic Romania Adventure with BookToursRomania | Sightseeing Tour | Guided Tour

Romania's heartland, stretching between the legendary regions of Transylvania and Maramures, offers a landscape and culture steeped in history and raw natural beauty. BookToursRomania invites travelers on an 8-day Authentic Romania Tour that combines rugged outdoor thrills with deep cultural immersion. This journey traverses medieval towns, iconic castles, and expansive mountain roads, providing a comprehensive perspective on one of Eastern Europe's most intriguing destinations.

Transylvania, often associated with myths of Dracula, reveals far more than gothic tales. The tour visits Bran Castle, a fortress with a dramatic skyline hovering over rolling hills, and the medieval towns of Sibiu and Sighisoara, where centuries-old architecture lines cobbled streets, revealing layers of Saxon heritage and Transylvanian Saxon culture. The tour also ventures to the Turda Salt Mine, an underground marvel carved from ancient salt deposits that offers a surreal, otherworldly experience beneath the surface.

Further north, Maramures impresses with its living traditions and wooden churches demonstrating centuries-old craft techniques. Meals in local homes reveal the warmth of Romanian hospitality and an authentic taste of regional cuisine. One of the tour’s highlights is driving the Transfagarasan Road, a high-altitude highway twisting through the Southern Carpathians with breathtaking vistas and sharp mountain curves.

The tour also includes guided bear watching, a rare opportunity to observe the dense wildlife that inhabits Romania’s forests. Beyond the itinerary, BookToursRomania stands out by offering personalized private tours led by knowledgeable English-speaking guides, ensuring both safety and a rich narrative experience. This tour merges outdoor adventure with cultural depth, making it a distinct journey for travelers seeking both exhilaration and connection across Romania’s diverse landscapes.