Overview
Embark on an 8-day adventure through Romania’s rich history and stunning landscapes. Start in Cluj-Napoca, exploring its vibrant culture, then journey to Maramures to discover UNESCO wooden churches and traditional villages. Continue to Bucovina, known for its painted monasteries and Easter egg traditions.
Explore Sighisoara, Dracula’s birthplace, and visit Peles Castle and Brasov’s Gothic architecture. Discover Dracula’s Castle in Bran and the fortified town of Sibiu. End with visits to Alba Iulia and the Turda Salt Mine before returning to Cluj-Napoca.
Experience Romania’s heritage, natural beauty, and iconic landmarks with comfortable 3-star accommodations throughout. A journey filled with history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes!
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Transportation by private vehicle or minibus (gas, road tax and parking fees included)
- 5 overnights in 3* hotels (double room based)
- Pick up & drop off at the airport
- Entry tickets (as mentioned in the tour itinerary)
- 2 overnights in rural guesthouses (double room based)
- Services of a professional English speaking guide / driver
- Your meals and drinks (others than mentioned)
- Flight tickets
- Photo / video fees (required for professional photography)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tickets for the amusement park (inside Turda salt mine)
- Single room supplement (232 eur) to be paid on the spot
What To Expect
Arrival in Cluj-Napoca – Explore the Vibrant Heart of Transylvania (10 km, 30 min car transfer)
1 Stop
Cluj-Napoca to Maramures – Discover UNESCO Heritage and Traditional Villages (265 km, 5h car transfer)
4 Stops
Maramures to Bucovina – A Journey Through Painted Monasteries and Mountain Landscapes (285 km, 5h car transfer)
4 Stops
Bucovina to Sighisoara – Journey Through the Carpathians to Dracula's Birthplace (305 km, 6h car transfer)
2 Stops
Sighisoara to Brasov: Royal Castles and Medieval Splendor (215 km, 4h car transfer)
2 Stops
Brasov to Sibiu: Fortified Churches and Legendary Castles (210 km, 3h30min car transfer)
3 Stops
Sibiu to Cluj: Historic Citadels and Underground Wonders (190 km, 2h30min car transfer)
3 Stops
Final Day Exploration and Farewell (10 km, 30 min car transfer)
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- The salt mine is not recommended for travelers with acrophobia, claustrophobia or heart problems
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Standard Romania 8 days tour, from Cluj?
Cancellation Policy
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- transportation by private vehicle or minibus (gas, road tax and parking fees included).
- 5 overnights in 3* hotels (double room based).
- pick up & drop off at the airport.
- entry tickets (as mentioned in the tour itinerary).
- 2 overnights in rural guesthouses (double room based).
- services of a professional English speaking guide / driver.
- your meals and drinks (others than mentioned).
- flight tickets.
- photo / video fees (required for professional photography).
- personal expenses.
- travel insurance.
- tickets for the amusement park (inside Turda salt mine).
- single room supplement (232 eur) to be paid on the spot.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Standard Romania 8 days tour, from Cluj is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- The salt mine is not recommended for travelers with acrophobia, claustrophobia or heart problems
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Standard Romania 8 days tour, from Cluj will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Transportation by private vehicle or minibus (gas, road tax and parking fees included)
- 5 overnights in 3* hotels (double room based)
- Pick up & drop off at the airport
- Entry tickets (as mentioned in the tour itinerary)
- 2 overnights in rural guesthouses (double room based)
- Services of a professional English speaking guide / driver
- Your meals and drinks (others than mentioned)
- Flight tickets
- Photo / video fees (required for professional photography)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tickets for the amusement park (inside Turda salt mine)
- Single room supplement (232 eur) to be paid on the spot
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- The salt mine is not recommended for travelers with acrophobia, claustrophobia or heart problems
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
