Danube Delta & Transylvania Special Tour

Price from: 1490€/pers

Danube Delta & Transylvania Special Tour

Price from: 1490€/pers

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Danube Delta & Transylvania Special Tour

Discover the story behind the Carpathians and Danube Delta, visiting Transylvania with its main attractions and exploring the Danube Delta, often described as a birds paradise!

The Carpathian area is one of Romania’s most captivating destinations, blending dramatic mountain scenery with medieval charm. Nestled in the heart of the country, it offers snow‑capped peaks, dense forests, and hiking trails, alongside beautifully preserved old towns with Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance architecture. Visitors can explore landmarks like Peles Castle, Bran Castle, Black Church of Brasov. In short, it’s the perfect mix of nature, history, and adventure, making it a must‑see for travelers seeking both relaxation and exploration.

And the delta of the Danube River represents one of the last natural paradises in Europe, a network of channels, lakes, and lushly vegetated forests.
The Danube Delta was included in the UNESCO Project as a Reservation of the Biosphere because its peculiar features and the originality and variety of the ecosystems (more than 25 types of natural ecosystems).

PRICES FROM: 1490€/pers
Departures: April - September
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
PRIVATE TOUR: by car / minivan and boat

day by day trip

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Day 1

Bucharest – Sinaia

Meet your guide in Bucharest. Transfer from your hotel or Bucharest International Airport to Sinaia, the beautiful mountain resort surnamed “The Pearl of the Carpathians”.

The drive follows Prahova River valley, for about 110 km - 2 hours. We slowly leave the plains behind and get to the mountainside.

The mountains of Romania host many beautiful all-year resorts with a lot of castles and palaces and amazing sceneries.

Once we reach our destination, Sinaia, we will visit Peles Castle, one of Romania's most beautiful palaces once the summer residence of the Romanian kings. The construction of the castle began in 1875 and the building was inaugurated in 1883. The castle has 160 rooms, opulently decorated with leather, ebony, walnut and mother of pearl, with invaluable collections of art and furniture. Peles Castle was the prefered resting place for several Romanian monarchs, including King Carol I, who died here in 1914, as well as King Ferdinand and Queen Maria. We will also visit the smaller Pelisor Castle.

Accommodation in Sinaia, in a 4* hotel.

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Day 2

Sinaia – Busteni – Brasov

After breakfast we will drive to Busteni, the most spectacular resort on Prahova Valley, at the foot of the Bucegi Mountains (Carpathians - Transylvanian Alps), elevation 1,110 m. We have the opportunity to take the cable car up on the top of the mountain at an altitude of 2.200 m, to visit the famous "Babele" and "Sphinx" - wind-modeled stone shapes.

Most travelers who come to Bucegi have heard about the Romanian Sphinx, a strange configuration of rock high on the mountain. Tourists are drawn to its human appearance: proportionate face, distinct lips, cheeks and large eyes beneath a wide forehead. The sight is a thrilling image for the imagination. It is believed the Sphinx, which stands 2,216 meters high, is a representation of the supreme divinity of an ancient people, the Pelasgi. They were a pre-Indo-European tribe who lived near the Aegean Sea, until the Greek tribes'migration up to Eland, Small Asia and Egypt.

Near the Romanian Sphinx on the Bucegi Platform, there also stands a group os stones known as "Babele", or Old Women. The rocks look like giant mushrooms. The three formations are each 3.5 meters high and the diameters of the pedestals vary between 2 and 4 meters.

In the afternoon, we will arrive in Brasov. We will visit the medieval part of the city with: The Black Church, The Town Hall, The Black Tower, The White Tower, Ecaterina’s Gate, Schei Gate and the Rope Street – the narrowest street in Europe.

Accommodation right in the historical center, in a 3* hotel.

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Day 3

Brasov – Bran

Departure to Bran, a famous village in Transylvania.

Located right next to the famous Bran Castle, Bran will please you with its specific beauty. The breathtaking landscape invites anyone to walks. In any direction you may want to roam from Bran, there is no chance to get bored. Bran is famous for its home made smoked cheese, and the cheese in tree bark. Every meal here tastes better, because everything is home made and pure biological food.

We will visit Bran Castle - Dracula's Castle - with its medieval atmosphere. This castle came to be connected with the legend of Dracula the Vampire. The castle was built between 1377 and 1382, on a 60 m high rock with a strategic, military and commercial purpose. The building has four towers positioned at the four cardinal points. The walls are made of stone blocks, the rooms and narrow corridors constitute a mysterious labyrinth of ghostly nooks and secret chambers, whilst in the inner courtyard there are artesian wells, connected to an underground network. The castle had both a military and a customs point purpose.

Return to Brasov for the night.

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Day 4

Brasov – Tulcea

Today we will leave the mountains behind and cross Danube River on our way to Tulcea. The town of Tulcea (known as Aegyssus in ancient times) is the gateway to the Danube Delta, offering to visitors many attractions, among them four museums devoted to art, archeology, ethnography, and natural history.

Overnight in Tulcea, in a 4* hotel.

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Day 5

Tulcea – Danube Delta – Mila 23 village

Today you will embark on the boat that will take you to the heart of the Danube Delta!

Tulcea Port - here starts our adventure in Danube Delta. The delta of the Danube River represents one of the last natural paradises in Europe, a network of channels, lakes, and lushly vegetated forests. It is home to a fascinating mix of cultures and peoples—and a huge diversity of birds, presided over by the greatest of them all, the pelican. The Danube Delta was included in the UNESCO Project as a Reservation of the Biosphere because its peculiar features and the originality and variety of the ecosystems (more than 25 types of natural ecosystems). You will admire the landscapes and get to your accommodation right on time for a delicious dinner.

Accommodation in a local guesthouse in Mila 23.

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Day 6

Birdwatching!

Today we will begin our discovery process of the Danube Delta, we will admire landscapes, encounter various species of birds (swans, pelicans and herons) and plants

Prepare your eyes for a full-day bird watching!

Time for relaxation, discovery, and good local food.

Return to the same accommodation for the night.

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Day 7

Letea Forest

In the morning, after breakfast, we start on the Old Danube canal, towards Sulina canal and reach the Letea Forest area. Here you will discover a tiny wonderland nestled deep inside the Delta, where forests grow lush and wild horses run free. You will have the chance to discover a new ecosystem! Letea is one of the most fascinating areas of the Danube Delta, famous for its subtropical forest, wild horses, and unique sand‑dune landscapes. It’s both a nature reserve and a cultural gem, offering visitors rare biodiversity and traditional village life.

After spending the whole day in this area, return to Mila 23.

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Day 8

Mila 23 village – Tulcea – Bucharest

Today we will admire landscapes, various species of birds and plants and delight ourselves with the greatness of nature. We will drive the boat across several lakes and return to Tulcea.

Afterwards, drive back to Bucharest. End of tour.

Price

From 1490 EUR/pers

*contact us for a personalized quotation

Services included

Transport by private car;
Transport by boat (shared) in the Danube Delta;
7 nights accommodation in double rooms bed and breakfast, in hotels and guesthouse;
Full board on Danube Delta days: 3 meals/day (tea, coffee, mineral water offered);
Professional English speaking guide, including bird watching guide in Danube Delta
Cable car ride up the mountain in Busteni;
Danube Delta reservation tax.

Not included

Meals, other than those mentioned in the program;
Lunches in the Delta (you can pay directly to the hosts, in cash);
Other personal expenses (tips, souvenirs, etc.);
Entrance fees to all the museums and touristic attractions included in the program;
Accommodation in Bucharest.

Escorted tours

Adventure, bike and eco tours

Wine and gastronomy tours