Romania tours to 360ฐ degrees

The folklore, culture, nature and the places of Romania are the basis for the organization of a number of several tours with different themes and subjects. The tour "Romania to 360 degrees" reveals the visitor some of the most important monuments of the country, from the Danube Delta to the mountains in Transylvania. The tour begins with a visit to the Danube Delta, a unique nature reserve in Europe. The Danube Delta hosts in 2681 km square over 1200 species of trees and plants and a rich ornithological fauna (over 300 species including the famous colonies of pelicans) and fish (include more than 100 species of fish, such as herring and Danube sturgeons from which is obtained the valuable caviar). Since 1990 UNESCO has included the Danube Delta in the world natural heritage sites. We will continue with the discovery of Transylvania, the land of Prince Vlad Tepes, the infamous Dracula says "the Impaler" and home to medieval villages with their typical fortified churches, rural landscapes as you cannot see anywhere in Eastern Europe, genuine foods and more. Transylvania, "the land beyond the forest" "... along the way to visit this wonderful region, Prahova valley, we can discover the Peles Castle is one of the most beautiful castles of Romania, at Sinaia mountain resort, summer residence of the kings of Romania. The city Brasov, the ancient city Kronstadt, the town of the Saxon Crown, with its old town a beautiful square with the municipal hall and other architectural attractions. Other "pearls" of Transylvania we visit will is the famous village of Bran, Bran Castle or the castle of Dracula. Sighisoara, a UNESCO World Heritage site, will be the next step. The historic centre of this town is among the best preserved in Europe and has a wealth of medieval details that creates a magic atmosphere without neglecting the fact that this is the birthplace of Vlad Tepes (the Impaler), the infamous Dracula! In the area we will visit some of the most important fortified churches (also a UNESCO world heritage of culture) such as Viscr์ and Biertan. The discovery of Romania continues with a visit in the region of Bucovina, land blessed by nature and human culture, the results of which are the beautiful monasteries which Moldovita, Sucevita, Humor, Voronetin which are stored the treasures of traditional Romania and absolute artistic masterpieces as the same UNESCO wanted to elect as world heritage. The frescoes that adorn the Interior and especially the outer walls of the monasteries are unique in the world and they bring to mind Michelangelo's famous phrase "the fresco is the most daring and difficult method to paint"! The next step will be the regions of Maramures, where like in no other part of Europe, are preserved customs and traditions, as well as religion and architecture of the wooden churches. Among the most important and famous wooden churches we will visit those of Barsana, the commune, Poienile, Bogdan Voda and Ieud which are also world heritage sites. Additional cameo of this trip will be a visit to the Merry Cemetery in Sapanta village where we will meet a veritable forest of colorful crosses, engraved with portraits of the dead or with scenes of their lives in a humorous style. The trip will continue exploring other cities in Transylvania, ClujCluj Napoca city with its baroque buildings and secessionists and its houses with of fin-de-si่cle and the two important churches: Saint Michael, catholic and the Orthodox Cathedral. Always in Transylvania, the visit of the city of Alba Iulia with its citadel completely restored is a must. In addition to the historical importance (was signed the agreement for Romania's unification) Alba Iulia is famous for the type of the fortifications which form the shape of a star. After the Bran Castle and Peles, we will visit the beautiful castle of Hunedoara, the Raven's Castle so beautiful that almost seems unreal, is the only Gothic Manor of Romania as well as being the largest in the country. Typical medieval castle with Baroque elements appears in all its majesty. The city of Sibiu, another attraction of this magnificent region, Transylvania, is the most important of the seven Saxon fortified cities. Known for being the European capital of culture in 2007, presents a valuable historical center: a historic main square with overlook to the main buildings as well as numerous houses with the typical pastel colours (green, red, blue, green, yellow, etc). The architecture and style of the city makes it resemble to the German city Nuremberg. On the way of return in Bucharest we will visit the town Curtea de Arges, famous for the monastery and mausoleum where are buried the Royals of Romania and for the legend of master Manole. The tour will end with a full tour of Bucharest; we will visit the main tourist attractions of the Romanian capital. The present appearance of the principal Romanian city has changed thanks to numerous renovations of the old town that are making it a tourist destination like no other among West European cities. A tour that offers a journey back in time, discovering new tourist attractions: Romania. Contact us and we will provide you all information about the tour of Romania in 360 degrees!

• Duration: 12 days/11 nights
• Route: Tulcea (2n) – Brasov – Sighisoara – Vama (2n) – Sighetu Marmati – Alba Iulia – Sibiu – Bucharest (2n)
• Total distance: 2550km

First day : Bucharest - Tulcea (Danube Delta) (300Km)

Arrival in Bucharest airport. Meeting with the guide and transfer by to the hotel. Tulcea, key cities of the Danube Delta. Accommodation in hotel. Dinner in a hotel, based on fish and overnight in hotel 3 *, Danube view.

Second day : Tulcea (Danube Delta) (0Km)

Morning departure for a boat trip on the Delta with lunch on board. During the trip you will be able to admire the wildlife haven of the Delta, the maze of canals, reed beds, lakes adorned with lilies and other aquatic plants where wild ducks and other bird species have their nest. After 5-6 hours return to Tulcea and qualcche now. Dinner in Tulcea in the same hotel.

Third day : Tulcea – Sinaia – Bran - Brasov (355Km )

In the morning departure to Sinaia, visit to the Peles Royal Castle, built in neo-Renaissance German style on the outside and eclectic inside and considered the most beautiful castle of Romania; departure to Bran Castle - medieval fortress – summer residence – Dracula's Castle; departure to Brasov named "City of the Crown", dinner in a local restaurant, hotel – 3* central.

Fourth day : Brasov – Sighisoara ( 140 Km)

In the morning visit of the city Brasov called "City of the Crown", the Black Church, St. Nicholas Church in the old town (Scheii Brasovului), the city's central square and the Orthodox Cathedral. Departure to Sighisoara, en route we will visit Viscr์, we will visit the typical village and his Saxon fortified church (UNESCO). A curiosity: the Prince Charles of England acquired (through its Foundation), in this village, two houses (there is the possibility on request to take a good traditional lunch in a Saxon guest house with organic products). Arrival in Sighisoara, dinner and overnight in a typical guesthouse 3*.

Fifth day : Sighisoara – Vama ( 300 Km)

In the morning visit at the medieval citadel of Sighisoara, birthplace of Dracula, visit at the Clock Tower , the two protestant churches and at the fortification, UNESCO World Heritage, later we will travel to the Bukovina region green with forests and meadows and fields still worked by hand. We will pass by the village of Biertan is known for the most famous of all the fortified churches of Transylvania and ranked in the list of UNESCO World Heritage site and then we will leave fot the city Targu Mures, where we will visit the old town, the Palace of culture, the City Hall and the city's medieval fortifications. We will continue toward the North by another stage of our trip, in the Tihuta pass from where you can enjoy a fantastic landscape. Last but not least, we will see how are created the traditional painted eggs in Bucovina at a local artisan artist. Arrival in Vama at a beautiful 3 * guesthouse surrounded by green where we will take dinner with local products.

Sixth day : Vama – Vatra Moldovita – Sucevita – Gura Humorului – Voronet – Vama (150Km)

Departure with the purpose of visitng the monasteries of Moldovita, Sucevita, Humor, Voronet (the Sistine Chapel of the East), monasteries included in world heritage site by Unesco because of the particularity of the frescoes that cover the outer facades of the churches and their theme colors. Visit of Marginea, complex where black ceramic is produced. Overnight stay and dinner at Vama at the same guesthouse.

Seventh day : Vama – Sighetu Marmati (Maramures) (290Km)

We will leave to Maramures, a region situated in the extreme north of Romania, where lie the ancient and intact traditions, where farmers work the land with old instruments and still wear traditional clothes. We will visit the ancient wooden churches of 300 years Unesco world heritage with plant-based frescoes: Barsana, Botiza, Rozavlea, Bogdan Voda and Ieud. Especially the monastery of Barsana, authentic marvel with its church built entirely of wood (the second tallest wooden church in the world). After this we will visit the Merry Cemetery of Sapanta, born from the ideas of Stan Ion Patras, in the second half of the year 1900. In the same places we will visit the monastery of Sapanata still under construction, but the wooden church of the world' s highest product of the wise master carpenters of the town. In the evening we will stay in a 3 star hotel in Sighetu Marmatiei, where dinner will be served.

Eighth day: Sighetu Marmatiei (Maramures) – Cluj Napoca – Alba Iulia (290Km)

In the morning we will leave to Alba Iulia with a stop and a visit to the city of Cluj Napoca, a major city in north west of Romania, one of the seven Saxon fortified cities of Transylvania. We will visit the historical centre, St. Michael's Catholic Church and the Orthodox Cathedral. We will continue our trip to Alba Iulia, visit of the city known for its star-shaped fortification restored and can now be visited, the city gate, the Orthodox Cathedral (unification) near which was signed the agreement of unification of Romania, the Catholic Cathedral and the fortifications star-shaped. Dinner in a locall restaurant in the city. Overnight pension 3 *.

Ninth Day: Alba Iulia – Hunedoara – Sibiu (220 Km)

Departure to the city of Hunedoara to discover the wonderful Corvinilor Castle, the largest castle in Romania. After visiting the castle we drive to Sibiu. Visit to the city (the city of the Saxons of Transylvania), the narrow streets and the houses adorned by pediments with pastel colours and architecture resembling to a German city. European capital of culture in 2007 Sibiu presents a completely refurbished old town: the Grand and Small square, the Brukenthal Museum, the Catholic Church, the Protestant cathedral and the Orthodox Cathedral. Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight in hotel 3 * location.

tenth Day: Sibiu – Curtea de Arges – Bucharest (290 Km)

In the morning walk in the historic centre of Sibiu and departure to Curtea De Arges; on our way we will visit the beautiful Cozia monastery dating from the 14th century. Continue going to Curtea de Arges known for "legend of Manole" and the monastery and mausoleum where are buried the Royals of Romania (King Charles I, Queen Elizabeth, King Ferdinand, Queen Mary). We will continue our road towards Bucharest and a possible visit to the village Museum (weather permitting). Overnight in 3 * central hotel, goodbye dinner in a beautiful restaurant.

eleventh Day: Bucharest (35 Km)

Panoramic tour of Bucharest, with a visit to the People’s House, the working residence of the President of the Republic, in Cotroceni area. Visiting the village Museum (if not visited the day before) with panoramic tour of the city (Victory Square, revolution, the Revolution and University Square, United and Roman Square, pedestrian area of the old town with street Lipscani and Smardan for souvenirs) free time, dinner at typical restaurant overnight in hotel 3 *.

twelfth Day: Bucharest (30 Km)

In the morning, free time for shopping depending on the time of the flight for return. Transfer to the airport.

QUOTE

A DOUBLE PER PERSON    SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

•  8 pax             790 euros                             125 euros
•  6 pax             890 euros                             125 euros
•  4 pax             990 euros                             125 euros
•  2 pax             1390 euros                           150 euros

upgrade 4* hotel - 120 euro/ person surcharge

Important! If you are a couple or a single and want to join other tourists to form a larger group (and therefore cheaper), you can send an e-mail to the tour that you are interested in the period, and any other requests.

Clarification

For groups over 8 people please feel free to submit a request as each tour may vary according to the needs of tourists and the price you will be notified via email. Terms of booking and payment must be pre-booked tours via e-mail to martinatravelaln@hotmail.com indicating personal details and customer address, name and date of tour that you want to book. Acceptance of reservations is subject to availability of seats and is perfected upon confirmation. At the time of acceptance you shall pay an amount equal to 25% of the total tour price via bank transfer while the balance will be due on the spot upon arrival in Romania.

Services included:

• Transfers and transportation by car or minibus 8 seater Mercedes or similar (insurance, fuel, parking and city tax included)

• Accommodation in double room for 11 nights in hotels/villas of category 3/4 stars (including breakfast)

• Driver/guide in english for the entire trip

• Half board (traditional dinners)

• Boat trip on the Danube Delta

• Taxes

Excluded services:

• flight ticket and museums tickets

• any other meals not mentioned in the program

• porterage fees, gratuities (in Romania using a 10% leave gratuities) and other personal expenses

• alcoholic beverages and soft drinks at meals (water included)

Issuance of vouchers

The customer will receive by the Tour Operator the vouchers after paid the rest of the tour

Cancellation reservations

To avoid penalties, for the cancellation of reservations you must notify in writing, by email at click here. com and by phone at +39-348-3201647with an advance of 2 days prior to departure. For those who do not communicate the cancellation within 2 days before the Tour the client is obliged to pay the entire fee. You will not be able to refund. There are no refunds for customers who present late for the release schedule for the visit, to customers who lose contact with the guide or do not arrive at the end of the Tour. When, for whatever reason, the Tour Operator cancels the Tour, the customer is entitled to a refund of the amount paid

Substitutions

The customer may be replaced by another person, provided that: a) the organiser is informed in writing at least 4 working days before the departure date, getting together with communication about the generality of the transferee.

CHANGE OR CANCELLATION OF THE RESERVATION ON BEHALF OF Hello Transylvania:

Hello Transylvania can cancel the reservation, in whole or in part, without any compensation. If the reservation is cancelled before the beginning of the tour the client has the full refund of amounts paid. In the case of force majeure (road conditions, strikes, delays, change of opening hours or other problems), the Tour Operator may make changes to the tour at any time or replace it with an equivalent alternative service categories, or if not available, lower-category with restitution of the price difference. In this case the price is subject to change, will be proposed and communicated in advance before departure. When, regardless of the reservations, in the period of greatest tourist influx, delays occur for entries to museums or other places of tourist attraction Hello Transylvania and its staff are not responsible

VALIDITY OF DESCRIPTIONS:

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DISPUTES:

Any customer complaint must be communicated to the Tour operators in writing no less than 10 working days after the end of the tour. Complaints that cannot be resolved between you and the Tour Operator will be within the competence of the law courts of Bucharest.