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Tour of Romania UNESCO monuments in Maramures, Bucovina and Transylvania
Tour ID:
1016
Tour Theme:
Historic and Cultural Tours
Regions:
Transylvania, Maramures, Bucovina
Duration:
8 Days / 7 Night |
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Introduction:
 After
departing Bucharest the first stop of the itinerary is Sinaia, the "Pearl of the
Carpathians" with its masterpeice, Palace of Peles. The next day we will head
deep into the legend of Dracula, and the Transylvania region. Our first stop is
the vibrant city of Brasov with Saxon routes and is a must see. Departing Brasov,
we will move onto Sibiu, which is considered one of the most beautiful cities on
all of Transylvania. On the way we will stop for a visit of the famous Bran
Castle, home to the legend of Dracula. Continuing the following day on the path
of Saxon Fortified Chruches; Valea Viilor and Biertan (the largest one) both
UNESCO heritage monuments. Sighisoara, which is one of the best preserved
medieval citadels in all of Europe; and also home to the birthplace of the real
life Dracula; Vlad Tepes.
 Then
we head to the beautiful Maramures region, and the world renown wooden churches.
Continuing to visit the "Merry Cemetery" in Sapanta, famed for their
enlightening engravings. In Maramures we will also see the Museum of the
Romanian Peasant, describing in full detail the life of the areas locals. See
more examples of the exquisite woodwork, as well as the famous Egg Painters of
Romania.
 Continuing
to Bucovina, and the UNESCO designated, and world famous Painted Monasteries.
The most famous of the region; Voronet has been called the Sistine Chapel of the
East, and once you see these magnificent Frescos, you will fully understand why.
While here, on request, we can arrange a traditional dinner, and folklore show
at the guesthouse. After we will return to Bucharest via Brasov to end your
UNESCO heritage tour of Romania.
See the
Heritage Cities of Mankind in Romania!!!
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