Top Sibiu Historical Tours

Delve into Romanian history on a full-day tour from Sibiu. Visit Hunedoara’s beautiful Corvin Castle, which seems plucked straight from a fairy tale, and uncover the region’s ancient Roman roots in Alba Iulia. With round-trip transport, it’s an easy way to see the far and fascinating reaches of central Romania without a car.

Transylvania is famous for its Gothic landmarks, but appreciating their historical significance on a self led tour can be difficult. Discover the medieval past of Bran Castle and learn more about its association with Bram Stoker’s Dracula on a tour from Sibiu, then explore the historic city of Brașov and its Gothic architecture, with insights provided by your guide. Relax after a day’s sightseeing with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Is this your first time in Sibiu? Are you fascinated by everything around you and curious to discover the events that shaped this 900-year-old medieval city? We invite you to enjoy a charming walk through the medieval City of Sibiu, accompanied by our certified guides, who master the art of storytelling. Our Daily Sightseeing Tour will take you on a 1.5h guided tour of the Old Town, with its medieval squares, many churches and special charm. The Tour will encompass all main attractions of the city: The Main Square, The Small Square, The Huet Square and the Cetăţii Street, with all highlights. Our guide will feed your curiosity and share with you the hidden stories behind famous attractions, such as The Liar’s Bridge and the Eyes of Sibiu’s roofs.

Discover the Saxon history of Transylvania with this small-group tour from Sibiu. Visit several of the region’s most important attractions, each with its own ties to the Saxon settlement of the region. See the fortified church of Biertan, the walled citadel of Sighișoara, and the colorful medieval center of Medias, as your tour guide shares their history with you. Places on this tour are limited to 7 people.

Delve into the ancient history of Transylvania during a private tour of Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) and Rasnov Fortress from Sibiu. An ideal introduction for first-time visitors, this private tour ensures you receive the undivided attention of your guide and comes with the flexibility to tweak your itinerary to include additional stops. Plus, letting someone else drive gives you more time to enjoy the area’s spectacular scenery.

Uncover the breathtaking Transfagarasan road and its winding path across the wilderness of the Carpathians, above 2,000 meters altitude. This is the perfect day trip from Sibiu if you want to add to your list one of the must-see attractions of Romania. On the way back to Sibiu, we stop to visit another special site, the ruins of the Cistercian Abbey from Carta. This is a private tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

This is the best way to travel from Sibiu to Timisoara and to visit Corvins' Castle on the way. The walking city tour in Timisoara will offer you the perfect introduction in the city.

Visit a selection of Transylvania’s top sights during this private, full-day excursion from Sibiu. Travel comfortably between locations in an air-conditioned and chauffeured vehicle, with hotel pickup and drop-off provided. Listen to commentary from your own personal tour guide as you visit attractions like Corvin Castle, the mysterious Dacian Fortresses, and picturesque Alba Iulia.

Visit two of Transylvania’s most iconic destinations during this private full-day excursion to Bran Castle and Rasnov Citadel. Experience the real-life setting of the Dracula legend. Listen to explanations from your own personal English and German-speaking guide. Learn about everyday life in medieval times during a tour of the imposing hilltop fortress. Air-conditioned vehicle transfers from Sibiu are included.

Take a private one day tour from Sibiu to discover the unique history and culture of Transylvania. The trip includes visits to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the fortified churches of Biertan and Viscri, plus the medieval town of Sighisoara. The tour includes also the hotel pickup and drop-off.

Step back in time to Romania of the Middle Ages on a tour of three historic villages in the heart of Transylvania. See the important fortified churches of Biertan and Malancrav, and then visit the perfectly preserved Saxon village of Sighisoara, where buildings appear little unchanged from the 15th century. Climb the town's clock tower and covered staircase to the Church on the Hill, and see the house where legendary warlord Vlad the Impaler, was born.

This tour is the best opportunity to visit spectacular Alba Iulia Citadel and to complete it with a tour and wine tasting at citadel cellar: Vinoteca Hugo. The Alba Iulia bastion fortification is the largest fortress in Romania, which has been standing for more than 300 years. Is the place where you can travel over two millennia back in time, strolling, among vestiges of three fortifications, dating back to as many different epochs. In other words, every fortress built here has embraced a previous one: the Roman castrum, the medieval fortress and the Alba Carolina Citadel. For more than 70 years, the Catacombs of the Citadel, hosts a wine cellar with a collection of over 5,000 wine bottles, produced between 1952-1972. For several decades, visits to the citadel cellar were restricted.The cellar was renovated in 2018, and was open to visitors. Now you can take a tour in this spectacular cellar and taste the wines from collection, that includes over 12,000 bottles of premium wines.

This Alba Iulia tour is a great way to get your orientation of the city and find out fun facts about its history. Save time doing research and let a guide take you on a guided stroll to see the Old Town, the Fourth Gate, the Princely Palace, the Mihai Viteazul Statue, and lots more scenic surprises and medieval sites along the way.

Discover one of Europe's most idyllic medieval city in a 3-4 hours bike tour that will include a mixture of history, culture and the green landscapes of this beautiful place. Located some 215 km north-west of Bucharest, Sibiu is one of the seven fortified cities in Transylvania, forming the Saxon fortified network €œSiebenburgen€ -€“ the foundation of Saxon society. We will cross the old city center, reach the Sub Arini Park, later on Dumbrava forest and finish the tour at the majestic Astra Ethnographic Open air Museum for an option lunch.

Enjoy a visit at Turda Salt Mine, UNESCO patrimony wooden churches in Barsana and Ieud. Explore the cites like Cluj Napoca, Bistrita and Targu Mures. Get to know the history of Merry Cemetery in Sapanta. But most of all travel with a steam train called "Mocanita" to Vaser Valley!

Enjoy a beautiful one day Tour from Sibiu to Biertan, Sighișoara and Mediaș, visiting not one but two UNESCO World Herritage Sites. Learn about the beautiful history of these old towns and see some of the most well preserved fortifications.

Discover Transylvania's rich Saxon heritage on a scenic bike tour that takes you through picturesque villages and rolling hills, offering a glimpse into the country's fascinating history and culture. The trail begins in Bazna, from where you'll continue to Valea Viilor, Alma Vii, Moșna, Biertan, Mălâncrav and Criș, stopping at each location to learn about the area's rich history and marvel at the stunning architecture. We'll spend a night in Sighișoara, one of Europe's best-preserved medieval citadels and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's also the starting point of the country's best single-trail bike path, leading us to our final destination, the charming Saxon village of Viscri. Throughout the tour, you'll have the opportunity to sample delicious local cuisine and interact with friendly locals while soaking in the breathtaking beauty of Romania's rural landscape. With its mix of history, culture, and stunning scenery, the Saxon Heritage Trail is an unforgettable biking experience.

The tour applies for persons who are eager to discover the beauty of Transylvania by bike. The tour starts from Sibiu, the European Capital of Culture 2007 and ends in the same magnificent city. During the tour you will have the opportunity to see amazing UNESCO fortified churches, medieval cities, beautiful places and landscapes. You will also learn the romanian history and tradition from the peasants that are still telling stories to bring you back the atmosphere of their times.