Day Trips from Brasov to Sighisoara

Explore three historic highlights of Transylvania on a fascinating day trip from Brașov. Visit a UNESCO World Heritage-listed church in the medieval village of Viscri, and wander through the fortified Saxon town of Sighişoara — known as the birthplace of the warlord who inspired Bram Stoker’s Count Dracula. Finally, learn the history of the imposing, 14th-century Rupea Fortress on a guided tour.

This comprehensive private day tour allows you to learn about Romanian history, travel into the countryside, and tick off the beautiful cities of Sighisoara and Sibiu in a day. Save hours researching Romania’s highlights and let a private guide take care of the itinerary and transportation. Sights on the tour include the UNESCO World Heritage site of Sighisoara, Rupea Citadel, and the old city of Sibiu.

Tick off two of Romania’s UNESCO-listed landmarks on this full-day tour to Viscri and Sighișoara. Benefit from your private guide’s personalized attention as you explore Viscri’s fortified church and Sighișoara Citadel and learn more about the country’s unique cultural heritage. Round-trip transfer from Brașov via air-conditioned vehicle ensures a seamless excursion.

On this trip the travelers can learn about the Legend of Dracula same time visiting ancient sites which will bring them back in time. As Transilvania was a border between the east and west cultures travelers will find countless testimonies of the struggle that Europe passed through during Dark Ages. From castles, fortified churches or legends this tour has a lot to offer.

A special Transylvanian day trip that includes a medieval fortress, a medieval city and a traditional Transylvanian village. Insider access provided in Viscri to a horse carriage tour with visit to a local Blacksmith and to a craftsman.

Avoid the hassle of car rental and experience Transylvania by private transportation. Together with your private guide, discover a side of Romania that most tourists miss out on. Skip the line at the UNESCO listed Sighisoara Citadel.  Then, enjoy a tour of the old town of Sibiu at your own pace, pausing whenever you like for photos. Lastly, relax during the ride back to your hotel.

The historical landmarks of Transylvania are dazzling yet dispersed. Travel between the area’s UNESCO World Heritage sites in climate-controlled comfort during a day trip from Brasov that provides a comprehensive introduction for first-time visitors. You’ll receive personalized attention from your guide in a small group limited to seven and benefit from insider info about Sighisoara Citadel and the ancient village of Viscri.

Immerse yourself in the charm and mystery of Transylvania on a 10-hour small-group tour from Brasov. This full-day excursion is perfect for travelers who want to go beyond the typical tourist path. The itinerary includes Rupea Fortress, plus the UNESCO listed Viscri Fortified Church and Sighisoara Historic Center. Engaging commentary from your guide, plus free time to explore each location on your own ensure a balanced tour experience.

On this tour we will discover two of the most authentic places in Transylvania: the Fortified Church of Viscri and the medieval center of Sighisoara, both World Heritage Sites of Unesco. Viscri has a special charm, both for the traditional Saxon architecture and for its location and its beautiful Fortified church. Sighisoara keeps its medieval center in perfect condition and walking through its cobbled streets we will discover beautiful spots.

In this tour we will visit 3 of the oldest and most beautiful historical sites in Transylvania. We will visit the village of Saxon Viscri, with rustic streets and beautifully colored Saxon houses. We will climb the hill and visit the fortified white church, hence the name of the village of Viscri (the White Church). Then we'll head to Sighisoara, the city played an important strategic and commercial role at the edges of Cetral Europe for several centuries.Old medieval houses with a beautiful architecture, narrow streets with brightly colored houses will come back in time and make you feel like princesses and princes (see Vlad Tepes) who lived in the city. Rupea Citadel, built on Cohalmului Hill, dominating the city from above, was built and expanded in the 14th-17th centuries, as a fortress and refuge for the surrounding villages.From up inside the fortress we will have a beautiful panorama of the surroundings

Get a guided tour of five history-filled locations on this action-packed day trip to some of Transylvania’s most important Saxon sites. Explore the UNESCO-listed centers of Sighisoara and Viscri, visit a centuries-old church and citadel, and learn the secret history of Brasov’s black church. Tours include admission tickets, door-to-door private transfers, and a sumptuous lunch in a medieval tavern.

Time has stopped in those villages and fortified churches so everything is in the way they were hundreds of years ago.

Medieval Transylvania Tour offers you a relaxing time in two wonderful places of Transylvania, Viscri village and one of the best-preserved towns in Europe and the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. We will start with the visit to Viscri village, the traditional Saxon village, one of the oldest in all of Transylvania. Here you will meet a traditional blacksmith in his workshop and he will show you how is working in a traditional blacksmith workshop, all these things in an exclusive traditional tour in a horse cart. After lunch, we leave Viscri village and the tour continues to Sighisoara city. On the route, enjoy an exclusive tasting of organic Transylvanian “like Grandma used to make” jams. The last stop is Sighisoara, one of the best-preserved cities in Europe and the only city in Romania which looks exactly the same way as in the 16th century and it is also the last still inhabited medieval citadel not only in Transylvania but in whole Europe.

This full-day tour of two Fortified cities of Romania, Sibiu and Sighisoara from Brasov will let you discover the beauty of Transylvania with its old and full of historic buildings, Sighisoara is one of the best-preserved towns in Europe. The first stop is Sighisoara, the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, Dracula. Here we will feel medieval because Sighisoara is one of the best-preserved cities in Europe and the only city in Romania which looks exactly the same way as in the 16th century and it is also the last still inhabited medieval citadel not only in Transylvania but in whole Europe. After the visit to Sighisoara, we hit the road to Sibiu, where we will have a walking tour, we’ll discover the facts and the legends behind the fortification of Sibiu, the historical churches or the romantic squares. The tour will be also a good opportunity to find out more about the historical, geographical, economical or cultural aspects of Sibiu, Transylvania and Romania, in general.

An ancient salt mine that has been converted into a unique underground theme park. Visit this unique attraction in Transylvania with ease with this private guided tour from Brasov. Learn about the history of the salt mine from your guide. Admission and activities are extra, and can include the Ferris Wheel, mini golf, bowling, boating, and more.

Departure from Brasov. Visit Rupea Fortress- one of the medieval monuments that best survived the passing of the time in a region that was once in the frontlines of the Ottoman expansion towards Central Europe. Stop in Viscri. Here we visit the fortified church – a UNESCO site, the village blacksmith. Departure to Sighisoara and start a walking tour (aprox 1h30min) in the medieval center. Visit the Clock Tower, the most impressive tower. Next stop is The Vlad Dracul House, the place where Vlad Dracul (the father of Vlad the Impaler) once lived and where Vlad the Impeller was born. The Weapens Collection and the Torture Room is housed at the foot of the Clock Tower and is the same room where prisoners were tortured during the Middle Ages. The Church on the Hill can be reached by climbing the 175 steps of the covered wooden Scholars’ Stairs. Free time for souvenirs in Sighisoara; Optional - Enjoy a traditional home cooked lunch in Viscri, please check the other option for this tour!

This carefully designed experience allows you to get a taste of the authentic rural life of Transylvania. You will meet a special beekeeper, who is an official honey supplier to the British Royal Court. You will learn all about bees and organic honey production, get kitted up in protective suits and meet the bees, also tasting their various types of honey. Although known to travelers, mostly because King Charles himself owns a house here, Viscri is populated by Saxons, Romanians and Gypsies, with families going about their regular life in a normal way. You will enjoy lunch in the yard of a local lady who will cook for you traditional dishes with fresh ingredients picked directly from her garden. She cooks for whoever joins at the table so the atmosphere is usually lively and people from all over the world meet and enjoy a meal together in a typical household. This is a 3 course lunch, with beverages included (water, elderberry specialty, wine, schnapps, coffee).

Join us for an unforgettable adventure through Romania's Medieval World charm and vibrant natural beauties on our escorted day tour! You'll meet your English-speaking guide in The Council Square by the water fountain at 9 am, and with a maximum group size of 8 people, you'll get a personalized experience. We'll visit the Viscri Fortified Church, the oldest fortified church in Transylvania, and the authentic Transylvanian village of Viscri, where you'll feel like you've stepped back in time. Then, we'll head to Sighisoara Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. You'll see the Clock Tower, the Church on the Hill, and the house where Vlad was born. Lunch can be arranged in Sighisoara at your request, but it's not included in the tour. We'll return to Brasov around 6pm, and we offer a free transfer to your hotel or the Brasov train station. Book now and discover the best of Romania's tourist attractions!

Are you ready for an amazing adventure in Romania? Join us on a guided day tour from Brasov and discover two of the most stunning medieval towns in the country! Our first stop is Sighisoara Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. We'll visit the Clock Tower, the Church on the Hill, and even the house where Vlad was born! We can arrange for lunch in the medieval town of Sighisoara at your request. Next, we'll head to Sibiu, a medieval town that was the European Capital of Culture in 2007. You'll get to explore the Big Square, the Council Tower, the Little Square, and even cross the famous Bridge of Liars. After a day full of adventure and sightseeing, we'll return to Brasov around 7 pm. We offer a free transfer to your hotel or Brasov train station. This escorted day tour promises to be an unforgettable experience that you won't want to miss. Book now and let us take you on a journey through Romania's rich medieval history!

Join us for an epic day where you will have the chance to visit one of the most underrated touristic sites around Brasov which includes a volcanic canyon and an emerald lake, visit one of the oldest citadels in Romania and take a horse drawn carriage in Prince Charles's favorite village of Viscri. Here, you will visit a blacksmith and see how horseshoes are made and end the day with a traditional meal with local products.

Join us for a day trip in the heart of Transylvania, discover a part of gypsy culture and crafts as well as the medieval town of Sighisoara and Biertan fortified citadel. We try to break the misconception and pre-judgements about roma community by education: seeing their wonderful crafts and the way they produce pots, cauldrons, plates, even jewelries. The tour also offers a visit to the medieval town of Sighisoara, a pearl in the middle of Transylvania.

A small group day tour to the impressive Rupea Fortress and to the epic Racos Geological Complex. The Quaternary basaltic eruptions from Persani Mountains area represent the last manifestations of volcanism in the Carpathian Mountains and form the "Basalt Triangle" (Racos - Rupea - Comana de Sus). The volcanic eruptions took place between 2 - 0.5 million years ago and the most important basalt outcrops are protected nowadays by the following geo-sites of national importance: Racos Geological Complex and Rupea Basaltic cliff. Today the Racos Geological Complex preserves the Quaternary basaltic volcanic eruptions from approximately 1.3 - 1.5 millions years ago that are visible today in the three quarries. Visit Brazi Basalt Quarrie where Brazi Lake started to form after the mining activities stopped, called by the locals the Emerald Lake. Continue to the Bazalt Columns Natural Monument. The basalt mining stopped in the 1960s, when the site was declared a natural monument.