Highlights of Romania tours from Budapest

Discover the best highlights included in our unforgettable 10-days Romania tours from Budapest!

Day 1 Wine tasting in Tokay with Dracula's favorite wines and welcome dinner

• Wine Tasting in Tokaj - It was the Tokaj wine that Dracula used to serve his guests with. Also a favorite tipple of the Dumas’s musketeers.
• Welcome dinner

Day 2 The merriest cemetery in the world and Romanian Village Museum

• The Marry Cemetery from Sapanta with wood-carved memorial crosses, not only decorated in vivid colors with funny epitaphs
• The Magic World of Romanian Folklore - A live presentation offered by a famous Romanian ethnographer, your travel to Transylvania will enrich you’re universe with more fantastic creatures than you could ever have imagine.

Day 3 Learn to make a wooden stake

•  meet a famous wood-craftsman. He’ll teach us how to make the perfect wooden stake so you can be prepared to meet the vampires

Day 4 Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel, Vlad the Impaler birthplace

• Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel - Dracula’s birth place; lunch in the house where Vlad the Impaler was born and enjoy the best Halloween party ever. Check out the schedule here!
  • Ritual Killing of the Living Dead - Help a haunted spirit to gain his peace - attend the ritual of killing a vampire in this Dracula tour - find out more!
  • “Witchery Moments” magicians show –  amazing magic show, performed by two of Europe’s most innovative and dynamic magicians.
  • Vampires Hunting show – an impressive ballet performance of professional ballet dancers
  • costume contests and prizes

Day 5 Bran Castle Halloween party, aka Dracula's Castle Halloween party from Transylvania

• tour of the medieval citadel of Sighisoara and visit of Clock Tower and Medieval Weapon collection
• Halloween Party at Bran Castle - also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377
• Enjoy a unique night visit of the castle (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides) and then have fun at the party on the grounds of Dracula's Castle.

Day 6 The Black Church from Brasov and Rasnov Fortress

• Rasnov fortress, 15 kilometres away from Brasov was built in order to defend the peasants in the surroundings on a top of a mountain
•  the famous Gothic Black Church; the edifice holds the largest organ in Europe

Day 7 The Bridge of Liars and the beautiful Fagaras Citadel 

• Fagaras citadel surrounded by the water
• medieval city of Sibiu (European Capital of Culture in 2007) with its wonderful Saxon buildings and the famous Bridge of Liars

Day 8 The greatest  Gothic style castle in Eastern Europe seen in these Romania Tours from Budapest 

• visit Corvinesti Castle is waiting for your visit; this is the greatest Gothic style castle in Eastern Europe

Day 9 The sun city and the capital of Hungary

•  Szeged also called Sun City, enjoy a city tour

Brief itinerary of the 10-Days Romania Tours from Budapest

Day 1

Go on one of the best Romania tours from Budapest. Our guide collects you from Budapest Airport. Drive to Tokaj, Hungary and then enjoy the famous Tokaj Wine, used by Dracula to serve his guests.

From here, travel to Satu Mare, delight yourself during a special welcome dinner and then accommodate in a 3* hotel.

Day 2

The next morning, drive to Sapanta and then visit a place unique in the world: the Merry Cemetery. The cemetery is famous for its wood-carved crosses depicting the deceased in cartoonish fasion. Under the cartoon, each cross has a wooden plaque which contains a funny epitaph reciting biographies of the deceased.

Next, head to Sighetu Marmatiei and visit the Village Museum.

Accommodate in Viseul de Sus.

Day 3

On your next day, arrive in Sacel and then meet a famous wood-craftsman. In addition to making the acquaintance, learn how to make the perfect wooden stake.
Today you'll enjoy a stunning scenery, following the steps of Jonathan Harker (Bram Stoker 's character from Dracula novel) to Bistrita close to Borgo Pass. Accommodate in 4* hotel - Golden Crown

Day 4

In the morning, drive to Sighisoara Citadel.
Accommodate at a 3* medieval hotel and, at 8 PM, join us for the best Halloween Party in Transylvania!

The schedule includes Vampiresa Hunting - a show performed by a professional ballet team, followed by Witchery Moments - an unforgettable magic show.

The highlight of this party is the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, performed according to old customs and traditions. The Halloween Party lasts until 02:00 AM.

Day 5 - Romania Tours from Budapest - Halloween Party at Bran Castle - the biggest Halloween Party in Romania

Recover from our party in Sighisoara and get ready for the second night of fun included in your tour.
Go on a tour of Sighisoara Citadel.

Join us at 6 PM for a delicious Festive Dinner. Please wear your costume during dinner because from here we will go directly to Bran Castle.

7:30 PM - Have fun at the ultimate Halloween Party at Bran Castle. Enjoy a unique night visit of the castle (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides) and then have fun at the party on the grounds of Dracula's Castle.

Day 6

The next day, visit Rasnov fortress and then drive to the Saxon City of Brasov. Visit the historic center and then the famous Black Church.

Day 7

On your 7th day, travel Fagaras Citadel and then to Sibiu.
Visit landmarks such as the Bridge of Liars and then accommodate in a 4* hotel.

Day 8

From Sibiu, drive to Hunedoara and visit the legendary Corvinesti Castle, the greatest Gothic style castle in Romania. After that, drive to Arad and accommodate in a 4* hotel.

Day 9

You are near the end of your quest.
From Arad, our amazing Romania tours from Budapest take you back to Hungary.
Go on a city tour of Szeged, also known as Sun City. After that, drive to Budapest and accommodate in a 3* hotel.

Day 10

The next morning, our guide takes you to the airport for the return journey.

This is just an overview of your tour.
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• MasterCard and Visa via fax and phone.
• We also accept payments via PayPal and bank transfer.

• At the moment of booking we require an advance deposit in the amount of Euro 145/person. Once the advance deposit is registered with our accounts we issue a Confirmation Letter.
•  The final payment is due 60 days prior to tour departure. Should the booking be made within 60 days prior to tour departure, entire tour cost is requested at the time of booking.

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Halloween in Transylvania, Romania Tours from Budapest - map

Available for free if:
You don’t have a reflection in the mirror,
You decompose when sunlight strikes you,
You’re over 200 years old,
Can use your wings to fly to Transylvania,
Well, this holiday is free for you! Come join your fellow vampires in Transylvania:-)
Blood treats not included!

Other mentions

• Once you realize the price of good beer and wine you will probably not want to return to your country.
• People speak plenty of English in Romania and you will find the locals and the other tourists are friendly and open.
• No visa is required and you can get green card extension insurance from your insurer to cover Romania.

Media Mentions

• We’re pleased to say that Transylvania Live has recently garnered the attention of several publications and broadcasts
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Advice for British citizens traveling to Romania

According to British government most visits to Romania are trouble-free.

There were no cases of terrorism attacks in Romania but as the country is part of European Union terrorist attacks in Romania can’t be ruled out.

If you need to contact the emergency services in Romania call 112.

If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact
the British embassy from Bucharest
24 Jules Michelet,  010463 Bucharest, Romania
General enquiries+40 (21) 201 7200
Consular enquiries+40 (21) 201 7351
British Embasy Bucharest website

Urgent assistance
If you’re in Romania and you need urgent help (for example, you’ve been attacked, arrested or someone has died), call +40 (21) 201 7200.
If you’re in the UK and worried about a British national in Romania, call 020 7008 1500.

Get an emergency travel document
You can apply for an emergency travel document if you’re abroad and your passport has been lost or stolen, damaged or expired, and you can’t get a new or replacement passport in time to travel.
You can apply online for an emergency travel document.
If the person needing the emergency travel document is under 16, a parent or guardian should apply on their behalf.

Safety and security
Crime
Maintain at least the same level of personal security awareness as in the UK. There is a risk of petty theft in large towns, especially Bucharest. Pickpockets and bag snatchers operate in crowded areas, particularly near exchange shops and hotels, on public transport (especially to the airport), in the main railway stations and inside airport terminals.
Organised attacks by groups can occur. The most common method by distracting victims while several people, often children, attempt to snatch watches and jewellery from pockets or from around the neck and wrist.
Valuables including passports have been stolen from hotel rooms. Use the hotel safe and carry a photocopy of the information pages of your passport as ID.
There have been reports of credit or debit cards being ‘copied’ when used for payment in some bars and restaurants.

Road travel
Licences and documents
If driving in Romania, make sure you have with you all documentation, including your full, valid driving licence, proof of insurance/green card (third party or above), proof of ID (passport) and proof of ownership (V5C Certificate).
If the UK leaves the EU with a deal, driving licence rules will stay the same until 31 December 2020.
If there’s no deal, you will need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) to be able to drive in some European countries as a visitor after the UK has left. Check this guidance page for full information. You should also check guidance on driving in the EU after Brexit for information on other additional documents you may need to carry.
If you’re living in Romania, check the Living in Guide for information on requirements for residents.

Driving regulations
You’ll need to pay a road toll ‘Rovinieta’ to use the national roads. You can buy the vignette (sticker) at border points and at most petrol stations. The minimum cost is 3 euros for 7 days. Failure to display the sticker may lead to a heavy fine. You can find out more about prices by using the website Roviniete.ro.
Observe the speed limit at all times. Make sure your vehicle is roadworthy.
It’s illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol. The drink drive limit is zero.
Carry the following equipment: first aid kit, fire extinguisher, red warning triangles and a fluorescent jacket.
If your vehicle is damaged before you arrive in Romania, ask a Romanian customs officer or police officer to write a report on the damage so that you have no problems when leaving. If any damage occurs inside the country, a report must be obtained at the scene of the accident.

Road safety
In 2018 there were 1,867 road deaths in Romania (source: Department for Transport). This equates to 9.6 road deaths per 100,000 of population, (witch is similar with USA) and compares to the UK average of 2.8 road deaths per 100,000 of population in 2018.
Road conditions are variable and secondary roads can be in a bad state of repair. Driving standards can be poor. Look out for double parked cars, people suddenly braking to avoid a pothole, horse-drawn carts, livestock and stray dogs, particularly in rural areas, running in front of the vehicle. Equip your car for extreme conditions in winter.

Local laws and customs
It is illegal to change money on the streets. You should change money only in recognised exchange shops, banks and hotels.

The Romanian authorities treat all drug-related and sex offences very seriously. The age of consent is 18. If you are convicted, you can expect a prison sentence.

Homosexuality has been legal in Romania since 1996. The country has made significant progress in LGBT rights legislation since 2000 including wide–ranging anti-discriminatory laws, equalising the age of consent and laws against homophobic hate crimes. Bucharest’s annual Pride, usually accompanied by a LGBT film and art festival, has grown in recent years and is gaining the support of more public figures. Since 2017, a Pride event has also been held in the city of Cluj. The country remains generally socially conservative resulting in the majority of LGBT people not being openly gay and there being very few gay bars or clubs in Bucharest or the other main cities. You can find local information on LGBT issues in Romania on the website of ACCEPT. See our information and advice page for the LGBT community before you travel.

Most airports and military bases will have signs prohibiting photography. Ask permission before photographing anything potentially sensitive (eg official buildings, police cars).

Passport validity
Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay; you do not need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this.

Visas
If you hold a British Citizen passport, you don’t need a visa to enter Romania.

Parental consent when travelling with minors
Some British nationals travelling with minors who hold Romanian citizenship (irrespective of whether they hold citizenship of other countries) are prevented from leaving the country without notarised parental consent from the minor’s non-travelling parent/s. While enforcement of this may vary at borders, British nationals travelling with minors who hold Romanian citizenship should obtain notarised parental consent before departure from Romania.
A list of the public notaries can be found on the website of the National Union of Public Notaries from Romania.

Healthcare
You should still get a free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before leaving the UK.
The EHIC entitles you to state provided medical treatment that may become necessary during your trip. Any treatment provided is on the same terms as Romanian nationals. If you don’t have your EHIC with you or you’ve lost it, you can call the Department of Health Overseas Healthcare Team (+44 191 218 1999) to get a Provisional Replacement Certificate.
The UK government has or is seeking agreements with countries on healthcare arrangements for UK nationals after the UK leaves the EU. The NHS website and this travel advice will be updated with further information on travelling to Romania as the circumstances change.
If you need emergency medical assistance during your trip, dial 112 and ask for an ambulance. If you are referred to a medical facility for treatment you should contact your insurance/medical assistance company immediately.

Money
Romania is increasingly a card economy. While a growing number of businesses do accept credit cards, it may be safer to use cash due to the risk of credit card fraud. There is now a large network of ATMs that accept standard international credit and debit cards. Check with your card provider whether you will be able to use these machines.
US dollars and sterling are not always easy to exchange for local currency, especially outside Bucharest. You may have difficulties using travellers’ cheques. Scottish and Northern Irish bank notes may not be accepted in banks and bureaux de change.

Before you travel abroad
• tell family and friends where you’re going and leave them your contact details, insurance policy details and itinerary. Store them securely online
• ensure you have access to funds to cover emergencies and unexpected delays. Take more than one means of payment with you (cash, debit card, credit card)
• find out if travellers cheques are appropriate for your destination and keep a separate record of their numbers
• invest in a good travel guide to help you plan your trip and consider using online travel forums for more detail about your destination
• check with your service provider to make sure your phone works abroad. Consider leaving your phone’s IMEI number with a friend or family member, to help block or locate the phone if there’s a problem
• if you’re going to be driving abroad, make sure your licence is current and valid and be aware of the driving laws in the country you are visiting
• if you’re travelling with children who are unaccompanied by one or both parents, check our guidance on permissions that you might need to get and check the policy of your airline or transport provider

When you’re abroad
• think about what you are doing at all times and trust your instincts. Don’t take risks that you wouldn’t in the UK
• don’t openly display valuables such as mobile phones or digital cameras and consider using a padlock on suitcases or backpacks
• find out how to minimise your risk from terrorism and what to do if there’s a terrorist attack
• find out about local customs and dress, behave accordingly and obey local laws. There may be serious penalties for breaking a law that might seem trivial at home
• be careful when taking photographs, videos or using binoculars. These activities may be misunderstood by local authorities, especially near military installations.
• store useful numbers on your phone such as the local police and the nearest British embassy or consulate
• whether you’re living abroad or visiting, be aware of the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning, just as you would in the UK; the ‘Be Alarmed’ campaign gives practical advice on how to stay safe and lists the symptoms to look out for
• if you intend to take part in any adventure sports or water sports during your trip, only use properly licensed and insured operators. Before taking part, make sure you fully understand the operating instructions and satisfy yourself that adequate safety precautions are in place
• check import regulations for food and plants before you attempt to bring them back to the UK

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Please check your itinerary below:

Tour Leader

English speaking guide

Accommodation

7 nights in 3* hotels, 2 nights in 4* hotels

Transportation

all transfers inside the tour, by coach, minibus or car - air conditioned, depending on the number of travelers

Meals

9 breakfasts, 3 dinners (Welcome Dinner in Satu Mare, Festive Halloween dinner in Sighisoara, Festive Halloween Dinner in Bran) and wine tasting in Tokaj.

Entry fees to

Merry Cemetery in Sapinta, Village Museum in Sighet, famous craftsman Grigore Tulean, Clock Tower, Medieval Weapon Collection and Torture Room in Sighisoara, Bran Castle, Corvinestilor Castle in Hunedoara.

Events

Halloween party in Sighisoara and special entertaining program (The Halloween Party lasts until 02:00 AM), Halloween party at Bran Castle

Specials

We are glad to let you know that you will receive a t-shirt from Transylvania Live, as a souvenir. Please provide us with your size.

• plane ticket
• airport fees
• photo & video tax
• other not mentioned