Sighișoara
Explore the castles of Transylvania
7 days
from £1,690 per person
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Romania pairs the citadel of Sighișoara and Bran Castle with the painted monasteries of Bucovina and the wooden churches of Maramureș.
Romania still feels close to the land. In Transylvania, medieval Sighișoara and Brașov's old town are within easy reach of Bran Castle and Saxon villages such as Viscri, where fortified churches have watched over farms for centuries. Drive the Transfăgărășan road over the Carpathians in summer, see the frescoed monasteries of Bucovina, or spend a few days among the haystacks and carved wooden gates of Maramureș. On the coast, the Danube Delta is home to pelicans and fishing villages reached only by boat.
Our local experts live in Romania and arrange the details that are hard to find alone, such as an evening at a bear hide in the woods near Brașov or lunch in a wine cellar. Booking with them directly helps more of what you spend reach family-run guesthouses, artisans and independent guides.
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Best time to visit
Spring: April to June, for green valleys and wildflowers
Autumn: September and October, for harvest time and forest colour
Destination highlights
Walk the cobbled lanes of Sighișoara, traditionally held to be the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, then climb the towers of Bran Castle and visit the Black Church in Brașov. Watch brown bears from a hide near Brașov, ride the steam train up the Vaser Valley in Maramureș, and see the Merry Cemetery at Săpânța, where painted wooden crosses tell each person's story with humour. Food lovers can taste sparkling wine and sarmale at a family farm.
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£1,000 - £1,500+
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CorinaBran Castle is a must-visit: linked to Dracula, it offers a mix of history, legend, and stunning architecture. It will transport you into a world of medieval intrigue.
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Near Brasov is a bear observatory in the woods, where you can hide and watch majestic brown bears roam freely in their natural environment. I've planned a visit so you can witness these incredible creatures in person.
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Good to know
Frequently asked questions about Romania
Spring (April to June) and autumn (September and October) are the most comfortable seasons, with mild days for Transylvania's towns and hiking in the Carpathians. Summer is warm and busy, and is when the high Transfăgărășan road is usually open. Winter brings snow, ski resorts and Christmas traditions in the villages.
Romanian is the official language and, as a Romance language, may feel familiar if you know some French, Italian or Spanish. Hungarian is widely spoken in parts of Transylvania. English is common among younger people and in hotels. Mulțumesc (thank you) is always appreciated.
No, for short trips. Romania joined the Schengen area in full in 2025, so British citizens can visit without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Your passport must have been issued less than 10 years before you arrive and be valid for at least three months after you plan to leave. Check the latest entry requirements before you travel.
Romania uses the Romanian leu (RON), not the euro. Cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels, but cash is useful in villages, at markets and in small guesthouses. Cash machines are easy to find in towns.
Romania is in southeastern Europe, bordered by Ukraine, Moldova, Hungary, Serbia and Bulgaria, with a coastline on the Black Sea. The Carpathian Mountains curve through the middle of the country. Most visitors fly into Bucharest, the capital, or Cluj-Napoca.
Romania is a welcoming country, and most visits pass without any trouble. Take the usual care with belongings in busy parts of Bucharest, use licensed taxis or ride apps, and follow local advice about bears when hiking. Check the latest FCDO travel advice before you travel.
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