37 days in Central Romania Itinerary

Reminiscent of the height of the bourgeoisie and retaining much of its medieval architecture, Sibiu is Romania's cultural gem.

Family-friendly places like Big Square (Piata Mare) and Muzeul Astra will thrill your kids. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sibiu: Fagaras Mountains (in Sambata de Sus), Alba Iulia (Traseul Celor Trei Fortificatii & Cetatea Alba Iulia) and Rapa Rosie (in Sebes). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Brukenthal National Museum, appreciate the extensive heritage of Centrul Istoric, make a trip to Bridge of Lies, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Lutheran Evangelical Cathedral & Tower.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Sibiu trip builder tool.

Sydney, Australia to Sibiu is an approximately 30-hour flight. Traveling from Sydney to Sibiu, you'll gain 8 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for colder temperatures traveling from Sydney in December, with highs in Sibiu at 3°C and lows at -5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Fagaras.

Făgăraș is a city in central Romania, located in Brașov County. Kick off your visit on the 15th (Thu): contemplate the long history of Fagaras Fortress, then contemplate the geological forces at Racos Volcano, then contemplate the waterfront views at Emerald Lake, and finally explore the ancient world of Cetatea Rupea. Here are some ideas for day two: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Moldoveanu Peak.

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Traveling by car from Sibiu to Fagaras takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 3°C, and evening lows to -5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Sighisoara.

As a World Heritage Site, Sighisoara is visited mostly for its fortified Old Town surrounded entirely by city walls.

Bring the kids along to Le Lac Balea and Ascension of the Lord Cathedral. Change things up with these side-trips from Sighisoara: Targu Mures (Synagogue of Tg. Mures, Palatul Culturii, &more), Salina Praid - Salt Mine (in Praid) and Lacul Paraschiva (in Sovata). There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Centrul Istoric Sighisoara, take in panoramic vistas at Turnul Cismarilor, take an in-depth tour of The Dracula Investigation, and view the masterpieces at The Spoonman.

To see photos, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our Sighisoara trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Fagaras to Sighisoara takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. December in Sighisoara sees daily highs of 2°C and lows of -4°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can go by car to Lacu Rosu.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): Head underground at Pestera de Gheata si Grota ursilor and then identify plant and animal life at Medveles Erdelyben. On the 24th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the activities along Red Lake and then take in the dramatic natural features at Bicaz Gorge.

For other places to visit, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Lacu Rosu online holiday planner.

You can drive from Sighisoara to Lacu Rosu in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Baile Tusnad.

Băile Tușnad is a town in Harghita County, Romania. Start off your visit on the 25th (Sun): take in the dramatic natural features at Mohos Peat-Bog, relax and rejuvenate at Wellness Tusnad, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Saint Anna Lake.

To find traveler tips, maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Baile Tusnad trip itinerary planning website.

You can drive from Lacu Rosu to Baile Tusnad in 2.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Brasov.

With the dramatic Carpathian Mountains as backdrop, Brasov is the largest city in a region of mountain resorts.

Family-friendly places like Poiana Brasov and Muntele Tampa will thrill your kids. Change things up with these side-trips from Brasov: Bran (Museum Medieval Bran, Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), &more), La Cabane Aux Images (in Moieciu de Sus) and Predeal Monastery (in Predeal). Spend the 30th (Fri) airborne with a parasailing or paragliding tour. And it doesn't end there: take in the pleasant sights at Rasnov Citadel: Garden and Panoramic View, make a trip to Piaka Sfatului, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Black Church (Biserica Neagra), and go on a hair-raising tour with a ghost and vampire tour.

To find maps, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Brasov trip website.

Traveling by car from Baile Tusnad to Brasov takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.