Want to see which are the best tours of Romania?
Touring Romania is an easy thing to do. The street signs are intelligible and there are a plethora of street indicators that points to the main touristic places.
Depending on your interest you can choose various landmarks and point of interest to reach. You can do it with your own vehicle or by renting one. Romanian drivers use to be renowned for their erratic way of driving.
In the recent communist past in order for a Romanian to own a vehicle he should have all the money and make a deposit in the car factory’s bank account in order to receive the vehicle.
Usually that vehicle, a Dacia, the Romanian national car, produced under Renault license, will arrive to the client in about 5 years after the deposit is done. The factory will decide what color will be!!!
After the fall of communism and appearance of a flourishing market economy, dozens of car dealers offered on the Romanian market brand new cars that do not have to be paid on the spot. You could take the car and pay in the next 3 or 5 years.
So each Romanian after the revolution wanted a car, then a second car for his wife. And so the roads became to be very crowded and drivers very nervous as they could not conceive that having a car helped them be as fast as walking, especially in the big cities.
To be mentioned there were only 100 km of highways in Romania until the falling of communism in 1989. In the last 30 years the authorities invested in highways. Nowadays with more and more highways driving in Romania is beginning to be safer. As incidents on the road the safety is very similar with the one in USA.
So be it by your own car, a rented one the suggestions for a best of Romania tour will be extracted from the itineraries that the best tour operators has done for their Romania tours. If
you are for more socialization in your tours you can take an organized tour with guaranteed departure from the below top.
Here is our Top.
1 “Halloween in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler“ the awarded Dracula tour organized by Dracula Tours Ireland
This tour is included in a Top 10 Must-Do Adventure realized by Fodor Travel Guide.
The tour was awarded “Tour of the Year” by Tourradar at Events category
The itinerary of the tour include the most important Romanian landmarks and it is in fact a Best of Romania tour.
This has 7 days, it is half board and is a tour that includes 3 Halloween parties and.
Halloween party at Bran Castle, aka Dracula Castle from Transylvania-this party takes place in a tent on castle’s property and is a club style atmosphere. There is a bar were alcoholic and soft drinks can be ordered.
Hallowen party in Sighisoara citadel, Dracula’s
birthplace – this party dubbed the best Halloween party in Europe takes place
in a dungeon situated in the middle of the historic citadel and include
–magicians shows,
–Vampire hunting shows,
-the Ritual killing of a Living
Dead performed according with old Transylvanian traditions
(as was featured on Travel
Channel)
-prizes for best Male and Female costumes
-contests like Howling at the
Moon
There is an open bar and
drinks are for free until midnight
Halloween party at a venue we will reveal soon.
The itinerary of this coach holidays to Transylvania include the main landmarks related to Vlad the Impaler
Merchandising
There are several companies that bring Halloween tours on the market.
The Canadian based G Adventure sells a 7 day Halloween in Transylvania tour for 1099 euros.
Their itinerary is shorter than that of the awarded Halloween tour and does not include some of the most important places related to Dracula.
Tour goers will miss Dracula Castle Hotel from Borgo Pass, built in the very same place Bram Stoker placed the Dracula Castle in his novel, Huniazilor Castle, the most beautiful Gothic castle in Romania and Dracula the Hunter Prince restaurant and hotel from Turda with its famous vampire menu.
Price inclusions for this tour means only breakfast and not half board like in the awarded Dracula tour on Halloween. Also there is just one Halloween party compare to 3 Halloween parties the awarded tour has.
Worth to be mentioned the tour did not have a local guide but rather a Chief Experience Officer that is sent by the company. So instead tours in the visited cities people will receive the so called “orientation walk” here is that there is that then feel free to explore by yourself.
In order to reduce the cost it seems that some of the hotels from this tour are not a pleasant experience. One of the reviewers on G Adventure site, Thomas G. said: “the hotel in Bucharest and the hotel in Bran were not up to my expectations of where I should be staying on a tour. I would have gladly paid a little more to stay in a nicer hotel. At least two people in our group plus myself became very sick from what we think is the food from the hotel in Bran“.
The Australian company Intrepid offer a 7 day tour for 1390 euros.
The itinerary suffers the same issues with the already mentioned above tour+also missing Poenari Citadel considered the real Dracula Castle.
Not to mention that part of the itinerary have to be done by tour goers with trains.
As inclusions you have breakfast and 3 meals which is inferior compare with the awarded Halloween tour which is half board.
In order to reduce the cost accommodation were chosen in small villages; for this reason some of the tour goers reviewed “Be prepared there is a lot of free time on this trip in small towns. “
What makes this awarded Halloween tour different compare with competitors?
- This is not a cheap tour but rather offers good value for the money.
- Includes 3 Halloween parties, from which one has an open bar for drinks
- Accommodation are centrally located 3 and 4 stars hotels
- Special events like Ritual Killing of a Living Dead seen on Travel Channel
- it is half board and cost 1299 euros
- it has very good reviews on tripadvisor
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2 Best tours of Romania- Feel, taste, meet its people by TourRadar.
Highlights
- Enjoy mouth-watering dinners and folk show
- Be part of live events
- Meet Romanians at “evening sitting”
- Admire the most famous castlesin Romania: Corvinesti, Bran and Peles
This 7 days tour start and end in Bucharest! With the in-depth cultural tour Best of Romania tour. Feel, taste, meet its people., you have a 7 day tour package taking you through Bucharest, Romania and 11 other destinations in Romania. Best of Romania tour.
Feel, taste, meet its people. includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
https://www.tourradar.com/t/187892
3 Vampire in Transylvania from Dracula Tours Canada-Best tours of Romania
7 day half-board including Ritual Killing of a Living Dead as seen on Travel Channel .
The itinerary of this coach holidays to Transylvania include the main landmarks related to Vlad the Impaler and a masquerade party.
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4 Transylvania’s Undying Legend – Best tours of Romania from TourRadar
This is a private Best of Romania tour with 5 days and the price is starting at €746
Highlights
- Discover unique citadels and fortified towns
- Learn more about Transylvania’s legends
- Stroll the streets designed for carriages and coaches, true live museums
- Enjoy a picnic in Turzii’s Gorgeous Reservation
Itinerary start and end in Cluj-Napoca! With the discovery tour Transylvania’s Undying Legend – Best of Transylvania, you have a 5 day tour package taking you through Cluj-Napoca, Romania and 5 other destinations in Romania.
Transylvania’s Undying Legend – Best of Transylvania includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
https://www.tourradar.com/t/187628
5 The best cultural tour of Transylvania & Romania sold by Responsible Travel
Price: EUR 2397/person for a minimum 2 persons in order for the tour to depart • For a group of 4 the price is EUR 1989/person • For a group of 5 the price is EUR 1896/ person
These best tours of Romania explores some of Romania’s finest scenery and folklore. It’s carefully tailored to focus on real, rural Transylvania, via bear watching trips, monastery visits and Bucharest – the grand bookend of the trip.
The Painted Monasteries of Bucovina are a highlight, including Voronet Monastery (AKA the Sistine Chapel of the East). Then there’s the Merry Cemetery, where the grave markers have turned into folk art, meticulously decorated with details of the deceased’s life and death.
A steam train journey on the Vaser Valley feels like a trip back in time, and you’ll get the chance to see bears outside Brasov, a castle city with a Saxon heart.
However, the real highlight is the people your guide will put you in touch with, from the skilled wood craftsman Grigore Tulean to the nuns who run a country inn on the Iza River.
https://www.responsibletravel.com/holiday/5037/cultural-tours-to-transylvania-romania
6 Halloween Weekend in Transylvania, Best tours of Romania from Activity Gift
This is a 3 day short break including a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sighisoara Medieval Citadel, Vlad the Impaler’s birthplace, Transylvania’s iconic image, Bran Castle and one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe, The Medieval Saxon city of Brasov.
The itinerary is complimented by an excellent selection of medieval 3* hotels.
The Halloween Party includes a delicious traditional Romanian festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special programme including the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, Vampiresa Hunting and many dark surprises.
Highlights
Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel- a delicious traditional Romanian festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special programme including:
Ritual Killing of the Living Dead – Help a haunted spirit to gain his peace – attend the ritual of killing a strigoi. The event was presented by Travel Channel in the Hunt for Dracula episode as we have assisted them on a documentary based on Transylvania’s darkest legends
Vampiresa Hunting, Romanian Folk Show and many dark surprises.
The Medieval Saxon Citadel of Sighisoara – Dracula’s birth place, the best preserved medieval citadel in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Bran Castle – also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377.
The Medieval Saxon city of Brasov – one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe
https://activitygift.ro/home/184-halloween-party-in-sighisoara-and-wekend-in-transylvania.html
7 Best tours of Romania – Motorcycle Tour
Sold by Romania Motorcycle Tours and Rentals, a BMW Motorrad official Travel Partner from €1,649.
Departing from the city of Cluj Napoca in Transylvania this Best of Romania Motorcycle Tour is 11 days/10 nights.
Also the itinerary covers 1928 km of the most important regions of Romania: Transylvania, Moldavia and Valachia.
The tour takes you riding on some of the best motorcycle roads in Europe. Transfagarasan Road, Transalpina Highway, Transbucegi or Transrarau will all open their roads for you in an amazing Romanian motorbike experience.
The mountain roads will take you to N-E part of Romania, also known as Bucovina. Certainly this region is famous first of all for its painted medieval monasteries. However the black ceramic workshops add to the charm of the region.
Furthermore the mountain area in this region offers great motorbike roads and amazing views.
The itinerary is complemented with excellent accommodation because the region offers charming hotels and cozy country inns.
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8 A 3-Day Halloween Tour in Transylvania-Best tours of Romania by Viator
These best tours of Romania sold by Viator are placed in the first position on THE TOP 10 Europe Halloween (w/Prices) – Viator
Known for its legends and Gothic architecture, Transylvania offers a unique Halloween experience, but finding the best spots to explore its haunting history can be difficult on a self-led tour.
Discover the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, a castle associated with Dracula, and a night of frights and festivities in the Sighișoara citadel on a 3-day tour, while learning more about the famous region’s history and culture from your guide.
Be immersed in UNESCO-listed Sighișoara with included overnight stay Avoid hidden costs with meals and entrance fees included as per itinerary Explore Brașov and Sibiu while learning about their history from your guide Sample Transylvanian food, wine, and festivities at a Halloween party
https://www.viator.com/tours/Cluj-Napoca/3-Day-Halloween-Tour-in-Transylvania-from-Cluj-Napoca/d22043-19466P2
9 Halloween in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler, 2 Halloween Parties Included, organized by Romanian Holidays Ireland
The price for this extravaganza start from €599.00
Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel– a delicious traditional Romanian festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special program including:
- Ritual Killing of the Living Dead – Help a haunted spirit to gain his peace – attend the ritual of killing a strigoi – learn more
- “Witchery Moments” with Eduard & Bianca – amazing magic show, performed by two of Europe’s most innovative and dynamic magicians.
- Vampiresa Hunting – an impressive ballet performance of professional ballet dancers led by Emilia and Dorin Milea, who were rewarded for the medal of Excellency for their cultural activity.
The Medieval Saxon Citadel of Sighisoara – Dracula’s birth place, the best preserved medieval citadel in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Bran Castle – also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377.
Halloween Party in the grounds of Bran Castle
*Please have in mind that Halloween Party at Bran Castle is organized by administration of Bran Castle. Transylvania Live is not responsible for the content of the program/ changing’s, organizing manner or even cancelation. Transylvania Live provides only with the admission logistic.
**Please be cautious if you suffer from claustrophobia, are sensitive to intermittent lights and loud noises! Also, please consider the low temperatures and the fact that the stairs and alleyways can be slippery. For your safety, please listen to the instructions of the Castle’s personnel.
The Medieval Saxon city of Brasov – one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe
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10 Halloween Party at Dracula’s Castle in Transylvania Bucharest departure, 2-Day tour by Halloween in Transylvania Ireland
This Halloween experience includes an amazing Transylvania Halloween Party in 2020! Meet the guide in Bucharest and then drive to Brasov and visit the Medieval Saxon city.
After that, travel to Bran Village, accommodate in a cozy 3* hotel and then join us at Bran Castle for the best Halloween Party!
The tour include skip the 3 hours line entrance to a night visit of the castle. Also included is a 3 course dinner with a costume contest.
Highlights
Bran Castle – also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377.
Halloween Party at Bran Castle – night tour of the Castle with Vlad The Impaler and Halloween Party hosted by a famous Romanian DJ.
Brasov City tour – explore the Medieval Saxon city of Brasov with its outstanding medieval atmosphere, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe
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11 Halloween Party in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler – Sighisoara Citadel, Cluj-Napoca departure, 2-Day Tour organized by Dracula Tours UK.
Highlights:
Ritual Killing of the Living Dead – help a haunted spirit to gain his peace – attend the ritual of killing a Living Dead meant to introduce you to the genuine Transylvanian folklore-as seen on Travel Channel
“Witchery Moments” with Eduard & Bianca – amazing magic show, performed by two of Europe’s most innovative and dynamic magicians.
Vampiresa Hunting – an impressive ballet performance of professional ballet dancers led by Emilia and Dorin Milea, who were rewarded for the medal of Excellency for their cultural activity.
The Medieval Saxon Citadel of Sighisoara – Dracula’s birth place, the best preserved medieval citadel in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Best Female and Male Costumes and Howling to the moon contests
Vampire Treats: indulge yourself with a Vampire dinner and then join us for the Halloween Sweets bar, to find out why it’s worth killing for a meal!
Lear more here 2 day Sighisoara
12 Best of Transylvania Guided Motorcycle tour
| This is a 7 day tour organized by Adventure Motorcycle Tours with price starting from € 989! Departing from Cluj Napoca, one of Transylvania’s largest urban centres the itinerary ventures into the heart of the county offering rides trough picturesque villages, breathtaking scenery and important cultural centers. In addition the itinerary of this motorcycle tour in Romania is complimented by Transfagarasan – the most crooked and challenging of Europe’s roads for motorcyclists Transalpina – one of the most spectacular roads of the Carpathian Mountains (2 145m above sea level) Transbucegi Road – the newest mountain road in Romania (1925m above sea level) Bran Castle – also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377. Rasnov Peasant Citadel – the largest peasant fortification ever built in Eastern Europe Peles Palace – one of the most beautiful royal residences in Europe, home to most of Romania’s monarchs Brasov City tour – explore the Medieval Saxon city of Brasov with its outstanding medieval atmosphere, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe Sighisoara Medieval Citadel one of Europe’s most beautiful and inhabited fortified cities with a Unesco World Heritage status. Click here for more details! |
13 Best tours of Romania- Halloween private escorted tour by Halloween Romania USA
The most Joyfully Halloween Party from Transylvania -in Sighisoara Citadel, Dracula’s Birthplace. Enjoy an intimate “dinner party”. Halloween party from Sighisoara was rated by our previous clients as being the best from the tour
- Ritual Killing of the Living Dead – help a haunted spirit to gain his peace – attend the ritual of killing a Living Dead meant to introduce you to the genuine Transylvanian folklore-as seen on Travel Channel –
- “Witchery Moments” with Eduard & Bianca – amazing magic show, performed by two of Europe’s most innovative and dynamic magicians.
- Vampiresa Hunting – an impressive ballet performance of professional ballet dancers led by Emilia and Dorin Milea, who were rewarded for the medal of Excellency for their cultural activity.
Halloween Party at Bran Castle – The edifice owes its fame both to its unique charm and to the myth Bram Stoker created around Dracula. You can expect a party with a nice clubbing atmosphere.
The medieval citadel of Sighisoara, Vlad the Impaler’s birth place, the best preserved and still inhabited medieval citadel in Europe
Snagov Monastery in Bucharest, where, according to the legend, Vlad was buried after his assassination
Bran Castle, Peles Castle – Legendary castles in Transylvania with plenty of good stories for a Dracula tour.
Rasnov Peasant Citadel – the best preserved peasant fortification in Transylvania and the largest one in Eastern Europe, first documented in 13 century
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14 Halloween in Transylvania with Halloween Party at Bran Castle by Halloween in Transylvania UK
These best tours of Romania includes the popular Halloween Party at Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle. Enjoy a unique night tour of the castle and then have fun at the best party which takes place in the grounds.
The 1-day Halloween Transylvania tour is perfect if you only want to attend the Halloween Party at Bran Castle. Accommodate at a 3* hotel in Bran and enjoy a traditional dinner. After that, join us at the entrance to Bran Castle and take advantage of our skip the line service.
Highlights
Bran Castle – also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377 -night tour with VIP entrance -skip the 3 hours line.
Halloween Party at Bran Castle – hosted by a famous Romanian DJ.
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15 The best Halloween Party in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler in Sighisoara by Halloween Tours US
Discover the land of Dracula and enjoy the best Halloween experience! This particular tour only includes the ticket for our Halloween Party in Transylvania – Sighisoara Citadel.
This means that you have to arrive to the location on your own and arrange your accommodation. If you really need these services, choose one of the 2-days Halloween tours and we’ll take care of everything!
Once you accommodate in Sighisoara, join us for the best Halloween Party Transylvania. Our event takes place in the basement of a Medieval hotel. We greet you with a shot of ‘water of fire’ (or ‘tuica’ in our language) and then you will enjoy a delicious three course meal served throughout the evening.
Attend special events such as ‘Vampiresa Hunting’ – a unique ballet choreography, followed by a breathtaking magic show. The highlight of this party is, without a doubt, our Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead. We also organize contests such as the Best Howl to the Moon or the best Male and Female Costume.
Highlights:
Ritual Killing of the Living Dead – help a haunted spirit to gain his peace – attend the ritual of killing a Living Dead meant to introduce you to the genuine Transylvanian folklore-as seen on Travel Channel
“Witchery Moments” with Eduard & Bianca – amazing magic show, performed by two of Europe’s most innovative and dynamic magicians.
Vampiresa Hunting – an impressive ballet performance of professional ballet dancers led by Emilia and Dorin Milea, who were rewarded for the medal of Excellency for their cultural activity.
The Medieval Saxon Citadel of Sighisoara – Dracula’s birth place, the best preserved medieval citadel in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Romanian Folk Show
Best Female and Male Costumes and Howling to the moon contests
Vampire Treats: indulge yourself with a Vampire dinner, followed by a Halloween Candy bar, to find out why it’s worth killing for a meal!
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Awarded Dracula tours
Transylvania travel Romania
Halloween in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler
3 days Short Break with 2 Halloween Parties
Escorted tour, from €599- Cluj Napoca, Transylvania, departure code: TR4.3RoHa
Halloween Party, in Sighisoara Citadel – Dracula’s birth place , plus Bran castle Halloween party!
The best Halloween Party from Sighisoara includes a delicious traditional Romanian festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine. Open bar is availble untill 01.00 am
You can be part of the special programme including the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, Vampire Hunting, magicians shows, contests and many dark surprises.
Direct flights from London-Luton to Cluj Napoca available.
Halloween party from Dracula Castle from Bran inlcudes a night visit to the castle decorated for Halloween with VIP entrance (skip the 3 hours line) and a 3 course dinner at the hotel situated in walking distance from the party
Halloween Party in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler-Sighisoara citadel, Dracula’s birthplace!
2 days tour.
Departure from Bucharest, Sibiu or Cluj Napoca Airport(tour code: Tr4.4RoHa)
Enjoy the best Halloween Party ever in the Medieval Citadel of Sighisoara, Dracula’s birth place!
A 2 day Transylvanian short break departing from the Romanian airport of your choice, be it Bucharest, Sibiu or Cluj Napoca.
You can decide for yourself the level of classification for accommodation in the citadel, from hostel style dormitories to an exquisite 5* intimate medieval hotel.
The main highlight is the Halloween Party including a delicious traditional dinner, open bar, an excellent magicians show, vampire hunting show and The Ritual Killing of a Living Dead, providing you with a truly memorable experience. more »
Unforgettable Dracula tour with dinner at Bran Castle and a joyfully masquerade party in Transylvania
Escorted tour, with guaranteed departures from Bucharest, HB from € 1204
A Dracula Tour departing from Bucharest, intended to Dracula enthusiasts, culture and history fans, adventure seekers.
The tour includes the most important historical places related with Vlad the Impaler such as: Snagov Monastery where, Vlad was buried after his assassination; Sighisoara – Dracula’s birth place, Dracula’s Castle in Borgo Pass, built according to Bram Stocker’s imagination and the legendary Bran Castle.
These guarantee departure tours also include a Royal Dinner at Bran Castle, in Queen Marie’s Tea House. You will also attend an unforgettable Masquerade Party, including the Ritual Killing of a Living Dead performed according to old Transylvanian tradition (as was featured on Travel Channel)
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Halloween in Transylvania the Awarded Dracula Tour from Bucharest with 3 Halloween parties included
7 days tour, HB, from € 1299 – Bucharest departure – code: RO7.BHADT
This awarded Dracula Tour from Bucharest, is included by Fodor’s Travel Guide in Top 10 Must-Do Adventures and awarded “Tour of the Year” by TourRadar.
Includes the best Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel, Dracula’s birthplace. Also happenings like The Ritual Killing of a Living Dead (featured on Travel Channel). Assist at a Vampire Hunting.
Party and sleep in Dracula’s Castle hotel in Borgo Pass. Visit the most important historical places related with Vlad the Impaler: Bran Castle and Poenari Fortress.
Party at Bran castle Halloween party 2020.
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Vampire in Transylvania – Dracula tours summer editions
7 days awarded Dracula Tour from Bucharest
Summer tours with guaranteed departures from Bucharest, HB from € 1159
code: Ro4.4RoVa
A Dracula Tour from Bucharest, Romania intended to Dracula and history fans.
Attend the Ritual Killing of a Livig Dead (as seen on Travel Channel).
These tours includes the most important historical places related with Vlad Tepes such as: Snagov Monastery where, Sighisoara citadel- Dracula’s birthplace.
Another highlight is Dracula’s Castle in Borgo Pass, built according to Bram Stocker’s imagination and the legendary Bran Castle. more»
2 Days Transylvania Travel with Bran castle Halloween party
Transylvania travel
2 days Short break, from € 369 – Bucharest departure, (tour code TRB.2RoHa)
Enjoy the biggest Halloween from Transylvania!
A 2 days short break with transfers from Buchaest.
Win a prize for your desguise at the dinner with traditional meals and costume contests. VIP entrance to the castle (skip the 3 hours line) and night visit to the castle decorated for Halloween.
Participate to the Halloween Party at Transylvania’s iconic image – Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle. more»
Halloween in Transylvania with Vlad the Impaler – Short Break with 2 Halloween Parties
3 days, escorted trip, from €599 – Bucharest departure
Bu 4.3RoHa
It’s time for the ultimate Halloween Parties in Transylvania: Sighisoara Halloween party and Bran castle Halloween party?
Which will be the best? Come to Sighisoara Citadel – Dracula’s birth place!
This short break includes a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sighisoara Medieval Citadel. The Halloween Party from Sighisoara includes a delicious traditional Romanian festive diner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special programme including the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, Vampiresa Hunting, magicians show and many dark surprises.
Also enjoy a night visit to Bran Castle aka Dracula’s Castle (decorated for Halloween) with its Halloween party, the biggest in Romania. more »
Transylvania’s Undying legend
Transylvania travel
5 days Private Dracula Tour from Bucharest
fom € 1299 – Bucharest departure code: Ro4.3RoVa
A private Dracula Tour in Transylvania departing from Bucharest. The tour includes historical and legendary places related with Dracula’s life and death. First of all Vlad Dracula’s birth place in the medieval citadel of Sighisoara. Also the ruins of the Poienari Fortress, the real Dracula Castle, Dracula’s refugee place from Arefu village. Finally Dracula’s tomb in Snagov Monastery. Thus enjoy a mysterious trip in Dracula’s Realm! more »
Vampire in Transylvania – 3 days Short Break
Escorted tour Romania, guaranteed departures,
HB from € 569- Cluj-Napoca departure TR 4.3RoSh
Discover the best parts of Transylvania’s legendary landmarks in shorter time, this short break in Transylvania includes UNESCO World Heritage Sites – Sighisoara, unique events which caught the attention of media world wide such as the live reenactment of the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, and Transylvania’s most beautiful castle – Corvinesti Castle.
The entertaining programme is complemented by the relaxing 4* accommodation, a medieval fantasy with beds and the mouth-watering vampire dinner! We bet our 9 lives you’ll love it. more»
One Day Halloween in Transylvania travel with Halloween Party at Bran Castle
1 Day accommodation and Halloween Party at Bran Castle,
starting from € 249 – TRB.1RoHa
Enjoy a night tour of Dracula’s Bran Castle! Meet the Wicked Fairies and get lost in their euphoric dance along with a glass of local red wine. Feel amazing being part of a dynamic Halloween Party in the grounds of Bran Castle until 4:00 am.
Accommodate in a 3* hotel near in walking distance from Bran Castle. Before visiting the castle enjoy a traditional 3 course dinner. Win a prize to the costume contest at this diner.
Immerse yourselves in the myth Bram Stoker created around Dracula. more »
Vampire in Transylvania – 4 Day Private Dracula Tour from Bucharest
escorted tour, departure from Bucharest
code Ro4.5RoHa
A private Dracula tour from Bucharest concentrating the most important places related to Vlad Dracul and his legend.
Snagov Monastery, Bran Castle, the Medieval Saxon Citadel of Sighisoara. Finally visit the outstanding city of Brasov.
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Halloween in Transylvania tour on national television
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Transport
Metro
Bucharest has a good Metro system. It and other towns and cities are serviced by buses, trams and taxis which are very good value by western European standards. Romania also has a good network of inter-city trains. Motorways are not extensive.
Driving
Some Romanians drive erratically and at excessive speeds and vehicles are not always fully roadworthy. Serious road traffic accidents regularly occur. Visitors entering Romania by road or driving there should ensure that they have adequate insurance cover. Insurance companies or brokers should be consulted in advance about this, if necessary. Drivers in Romania must also be in possession of a driving license and car ownership documentation.
All vehicles must pay a general road toll. This “Roviniete” ticket can be purchased at border points and at most petrol stations throughout Romania, and should be prominently displayed on the vehicle windscreen.
The traffic police are known to apply on-the-spot penalties for infringements of traffic regulations, including the retention of driving licences for up to three months in very serious cases.
In winter, drivers should ensure that vehicles are prepared for extreme weather conditions, including fitting mandatory winter tyres.
Roads, including primary roads, can be of poor standard, badly lit, pot-holed and with barely visible markings. Appropriate precautions should be taken, especially at night.
There is zero tolerance for drink-driving and permitted blood/alcohol ratios are below those in Ireland.
In Romania, taxis are relatively inexpensive. In general it is recommended that taxis are booked using one of the various methods available, rather than hailed on the street. This is especially the case where vehicles do not have a meter or display fares. Some visitors have reported incidents of overcharging, especially from airports and major train stations – some taxi drivers will offer a fixed price to the city centre which may appear reasonable but could be significantly in excess of the normal fares in Romania. Visitors arriving at the airport are advised to decline any taxi offers in the arrivals area but instead to avail of one of the simple-to-use automated taxi ordering services in the arrivals hall.
Health
Travel Insurance
We can’t pay for emergency medical repatriation, repatriation of remains, or for expenses as a result of a personal emergency while you are abroad. If you buy an appropriate travel insurance policy, these costs will be covered, provided you haven’t broken the terms and conditions.
Buying comprehensive travel insurance can save you and your family a lot of money if something goes wrong. It will also ensure that you get the medical attention you need, when you need it. Hospital bills can quickly run into thousands of euro, and a medical evacuation back to Ireland can cost thousands more.
Not all policies are the same, and the cheapest one might be cheap for a reason. Make sure your policy covers all the activities you plan to do on your trip. Insurance Ireland recommend that you purchase a policy that provides a minimum medical cover of €1 million.
Emergency expenses
Your policy should cover:
- All medical care abroad, including evacuation by air ambulance, or other emergency procedures, and any other costs associated with an unexpected longer stay.
- Your entire trip, from departure to return. Consider an annual multi-trip policy if you’re making more than one trip in the year.
- 24-hour emergency service and assistance.
- Personal liability cover (in case you’re sued for causing injury or damaging property).
- Lost and stolen possessions.
- Cancellation and curtailment.
- Any extra activities you intend to do that are excluded from standard policies (e.g. water sport activities such as jet skiing or other extreme sports).
Exclusions: You should know most insurance policies will not cover drink or drug-related incidents.
European Health Insurance Card
As an Irish resident you are entitled to get healthcare through the public system in countries of the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland if you become ill or injured while on a temporary stay there. Ensure that you get or renew your EHIC (the new name for the E111) before you go, and remember, you need one for every person travelling in your group.
The EHIC is not a substitute for proper travel insurance provided by a reputable insurer. It doesn’t cover medical repatriation, ongoing medical treatment or treatment of a non-urgent nature. Also, some private hospitals may not accept the EHIC, so you should check with the hospital administrator beforehand.
Embassy Contact
In case of a genuine consular emergency while the Embassy is closed, please leave a message with name, location and telephone number at +4021 310 2131 and the Duty Officer will call you back.
Embassy of Ireland50-52 Buzesti St
3rd Floor, Sector 1
Bucharest
Romania
Tel: +40 21 3102131
Fax: +40 21 3102181
Monday to Friday 09:30 to 12:30; 14:00 to 17:00