Location: Alba Iulia
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10 Cultural Tours in Alba Iulia That You Shouldn't Miss
Alba Iulia (Romanian pronunciation: [ˌalba ˈjuli.a] ( listen); German: Karlsburg or Carlsburg, formerly Weißenburg, Hungarian: Gyulafehérvár, Latin: Apulum, Ottoman Turkish: Erdel Belgradı or Belgrad-ı Erdel) is a city located on the Mureş River in Alba County, Transylvania, Romania, with a population of 63,536 as of 2011. Since the High Middle Ages, the city has been the seat of Transylvania's Roman Catholic diocese. Between 1541 and 1690 it was the capital of the Eastern Hungarian Kingdom and the latter Principality of Transylvania. Alba Iulia is historically important for Romanians, Hungarians and Transylvanian Saxons.
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1. 7 days Private Romania Grand Tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Experience an 7-day private tour from Bucharest to include Sibiu, Sighisoara, Bistrita, Gura Humorului, Piatra Neamt, Brasov and Sinaia. Learn how three different cultures converge in one country. Enjoy sightseeing in Bucharest, Romania's capital. Visit Dracula's birthplace, Sighisoara. See Borgo Pass, Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle, Bicaz Gorges, the magnificent painted churches from Bucovina and Wooden Churches in Maramures.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 6 nights accommodation, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Tips for the tour guide/driver, Entrance fees not included, Supplement for Single Room - 150 euro to be payed locally in cash/credit card
Reviewed By Rene S
Due to the current covid situation, I had a private tour that day, which was awesome. Mathias was a great guide, has a lot of general Romanian knowledge along with historical. This made for great conversation on the way to and from the castles. I highly recommend the tour and would gladly do it again with friends and family in the future.
2. 4-Day Private Dracula Tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
In this tour you will follow the trails of Vlad the Impaler more famously known as Dracula, see the birthplace of Sighisoara, and the current capital, Bucharest so christened by the same Vlad. You wouldn't miss the city of Brasov, the most beautiful medieval city of Romania and the Bran Castle, used as a fortress and called also Dracula's Castle. Although the end of the tour visit the place where Vlad "the Impaler" was buried, a small island in the middle of Lake Snagov, after years his body was never found. So the spirit continues to feed the legend of Dracula ...
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 nights accommodation, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Private Tour
Exclusions: Tips for the tour guide, Entrance fees not included
Reviewed By Rene S
Due to the current covid situation, I had a private tour that day, which was awesome. Mathias was a great guide, has a lot of general Romanian knowledge along with historical. This made for great conversation on the way to and from the castles. I highly recommend the tour and would gladly do it again with friends and family in the future.
3. Small Group Dracula Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
The Dracula Tour follows the history and the legends about Dracula, the infamous character of Bram Stoker. The tour is operated with a small group (maximum 6 people) and it starts in Bucharest, a city first mentioned in a written document by Dracula himself. On the way to Transylvania you’ll reach the real fortress of Vlad the Impaler and then, passing through Sibiu you’ll see many other place related to him such as the Corvin Castle, the medieval town of Sighisoara, his birth place, the Borgo Pass or the Bran Castle, the most visited tourist attraction of Romania.
Inclusions: Airport/hotel pick-up and drop-off in Bucharest, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport by modern car or van, Accommodation for 9 nights in 3/4-star hotels and superior B&Bs, Licensed English-speaking tour guide/driver
Exclusions: Flight ticket, Hotel extras (telephone, mini bar, etc), Other meals except for the breakfast, Photographing or filming fees at the visited sites, Tips, Travel insurance, Personal expenses
Reviewed By KalmarMalla
Daniel gave us a full pot tour! Many impressions, important knowledge and a perfect balance of information and silence. Malin and Pierre from Sweden
4. Transylvania Castles 4-day tour from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Travel throughout Romania in a small group tour of a maximum of 8 travelers. Discover the most prominent medieval castles and landmarks in 4-days tour of Transylvania. Visit Dracula's Castle and Peles Castle, as well as several other numerous citadels and fortresses such as Rasnov, Rupea, and Sighisoara.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Hotel pick-up and drop off in Bucharest, Accommodation for 3 nights in centrally located hotels , Professional English-speaking guide, One lunch with traditional local products, Horse-drawn carriage rides, Workshop about medieval crafts, Transportation with a modern vehicle, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Airline tickets, Travel insurance, Meals and alcoholic beverages, other than the ones mentioned in the itinerary, Photography fees, Tips for guide/driver, Various expenses such as room service, beverages, personal calls, souvenirs, etc.
Reviewed By stefandeutschlan
Our first private tour and we were delighted with the experience. The tour was fast-paced, which was fine for us - be ready at 8 am. We saw so much more than if we would have tried it on our own. We were lucky to have a friendly guide, Michael. He was knowledgeable and entertaining, with excellent driving skills. Our plan of visiting Romania during COVID-19 end well, and I hope to discover more in the next years.
5. Private three days tour to Sibiu, Brasov and Sighisoara from Cluj-Napoca
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Discover the beauties of Transylvania in a 3-day tour from Cluj-Napoca. Our tour will take you from Cluj to some of Transylvania’s most remarkable attractions, from the exquisite Turda Salt Mine and the quaint village of Sibiel to the colorful streets of Sighisoara and the legendary Castle of Dracula. Throughout your journey, you will get to experience the authentic life of Transylvania and you will be able to take home a part of its story.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Professional English-speaking guide, Accommodation for 2 nights in centrally located hotels, Transportation with a modern vehicle, Airport pick-up and drop-off, Breakfast, Entrance fees for: Turda Salt Mine, Alba Carolina, Bran Castle, Black Church, Biertan Church
Exclusions: Health & travel insurance, Airplane tickets, Meals, other than those included in the itinerary, Alcoholic beverages, room service, souvenirs, and other personal spendings, Photography fees, Tips for tour guide.
Reviewed By Guthius
We took this tour and had a great time. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, and shared a lot of interesting information and history. We had a lot of fun, would definitely recommend!
6. 6-Days Transylvania & Wooden Churches of Maramures from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Discover enchanting sites, spectacular landscapes, landmarks and traditions that endured over time in the beautiful regions in Romania, Transylvania and Maramures. This 6-days private tour takes you through the Carpathian Mountains and on to the Transylvanian plain as it shows you legendary castles and Wooden Churches of Maramures nowadays UNESCO Heritage sites.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 6 nights accommodation, Breakfast, 2 Homemade dinner in a Maramures house , Professional English Speaking Guide, Hotel/Hostel/Accommodation pickup and drop-off, Local taxes, Transport by sedan/minivan vehicle, Live commentary on board, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Entrance fees ( 30 euros per person), Other Meals/drinks unless specified, Photo fees, Gratuities
Reviewed By yayitssidney
We had a great time with our tour guide, Paul!! My boyfriend and I were vaccinated and decided to spend 4 days in Bucharest. We took this tour on a Sunday and due to the Covid season all the locations we visited were pretty clear. I was very appreciative that we didn't have to fight with crowds or long lines to enter the castles. This tour takes you to all the main castles/places in 12 hours. I chose this tour over the other ones offered on Tripadvisor since it gave us a good amount of time at each spot. I liked that we didn't feel rushed & got to really soak everything in. Yes, it seems long but I swear it goes by quick. Expect to walk a lot & definitely pack some easy to eat snacks. Also, don't forget like I did --- PACK COFFEE! The tour starts early and if you're not a morning person, coffee is a must. No more hesitating and just book it. Great price for a quality tour.
7. Private Day Trip to Turda Salt Mine and Alba Carolina Fortress
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 24 reviews
Delve into the coolest underground theme park in the world and visit the star-shaped Alba Carolina Fortress in a one-day trip from Cluj-Napoca.
Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Transportation with a modern vehicle, Hotel pick-up and drop off, Bottle of water, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Lunch (approx. €13/person), Photography fees, Tips for the tour guide
Reviewed By Guthius
We took this tour and had a great time. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, and shared a lot of interesting information and history. We had a lot of fun, would definitely recommend!
8. Tour to Corvin Castle in Hunedoara & Alba Iulia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
This day trip will take you on a land full of history, where you will visit the famous Hunedoara Castle and Alba Iulia Fortress.
Inclusions: English speaking, specialised guide and driver for 1 days from/to Sibiu, Transport from/to Sibiu, Map with Romania
Exclusions: Photo fees, Personal costs (souvenir, drinks, etc.), Entrance fees
Reviewed By Vladimiramirela
The city locals pride themselves with something to do any given evening, regardless the season. There is always someone to meet or see, a good restaurant or terrace to stop by, or simply take a relaxing stroll. All roads go to... not to the proverbial Rome in this case, but to the heart of Sibiu's Old Town, the Big Square.
9. Romania UNESCO Tour
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
The tour of the main Romanian sites which are included in the UNESCO heritage list. A journey through the history and culture of Romania which will include old cities, castles, fortresses, monasteries and churches. It is also a chance to find more about local traditions, customs and way of living. We’ll visit the workshops of the traditional local craftsmen as wood carvers, painted eggs, weavers, pottery, icon painting, water mills, shepherd, aso. Wwe’ll have the opportunity to taste the local natural & home-made products.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, 6 nights accomodation, Tour guide - English language, Transport by coach or minibus, entrance fees, Tour of the village in horse driven carriage in Sibiu area, Visits to the local craftsmen, tasting of plum brandy and jams
Exclusions: Airfaire, photo/video tax, Other meals not mentioned as included, Personal expenses
Reviewed By DCO90
We were a little insane to travel through Romania in the peak of CoVID... but we did it and had a great experiences. David's knowledge of history, the places we stayed and visited were magical. Safety was a priority and everything was professional.
10. 8 days Private Romania Grand Tour from Budapest
Experience an 8-day private tour from Budapest that includes European capital of Culture 2019 - Timisoara, and from 2007 - Sibiu. Learn how three different cultures converge in one country. Enjoy sightseeing in Bucharest, Romania's capital. Visit Dracula's birthplace, also Unesco citadel - Sighisoara. See Borgo Pass, Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle, Bicaz Gorges and the magnificent painted churches from Bucovina.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 7 nights accommodation, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Tips for the tour guide/driver, Entrance fees, Supplement for Single Room - 160 euro to be payed locally in cash/credit card
Reviewed By Rene S
Due to the current covid situation, I had a private tour that day, which was awesome. Mathias was a great guide, has a lot of general Romanian knowledge along with historical. This made for great conversation on the way to and from the castles. I highly recommend the tour and would gladly do it again with friends and family in the future.
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