19 days in Bucharest, Brasov & Timisoara Itinerary

Muzeul National al Satului "Dimitrie Gusti" and Muzeul Karanului Roman will appeal to museum buffs. Visit Old Town and Stavropoleos Monastery for their historical value. There's lots more to do: get a sense of history and politics at Palace of Parliament, take an in-depth tour of Museum of History of the Jewish Community, capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, and see some colorful creatures with Green Adventure.

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Harlingen, USA to Bucharest is an approximately 25-hour flight. You'll lose 8 hours traveling from Harlingen to Bucharest due to the time zone difference. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Harlingen in May: highs in Bucharest hover around 74°F, while lows dip to 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 24th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Brasov.

Visit Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle) and Rasnov Citadel: Garden and Panoramic View for their historical value. Get in touch with nature at Muntele Tampa and Cabana Babele. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Brasov: Moldoveanu Peak (in Fagaras), Sinaia (Peles Castle & Stancile Franz Joseph) and Mohos Peat-Bog (in Baile Tusnad). There's lots more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Brasov Historical Center, indulge in some personalized pampering at Sport Wellness Spa, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Black Church (Biserica Neagra), and stroll through Poiana Brasov.

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Traveling by car from Bucharest to Brasov takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) so you can go by car to Timisoara.

Get a sense of the local culture at Timisoara Tour Guide and Timisoara Historical Center. Holy Trinity Cathedral and Serbian Orthodox Episcopal Church will appeal to history buffs. Venture out of the city with trips to Dendrological Park (in Bazosu Nou), Nera Beusnita National Park (in Oravita) and Arad (Malul Muresului & Balla Geza Winery).

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You can drive from Brasov to Timisoara in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle and flight; or take a bus. May in Timisoara sees daily highs of 73°F and lows of 51°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.