7 days in Transylvania Itinerary

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Brasov
— 1 night
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Sighisoara
— 1 night
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Sibiu
— 2 nights
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Cluj-Napoca
— 2 nights
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Brasov — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Wed): go on a hair-raising tour with a ghost and vampire tour, then step into the grandiose world of Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), then go for a walk through Rasnov Citadel: Garden and Panoramic View, and finally test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to Schei Gate, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Muntele Tampa, make a trip to Piaka Sfatului, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Black Church (Biserica Neagra), and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Brasov Historical Center.

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Bucharest to Brasov is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to drive to Sighisoara.
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Sighisoara — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): make a trip to Sighisoara Clock Tower, take in the exciting artwork at The Dracula Investigation, appreciate the extensive heritage of Centrul Istoric Sighisoara, then take in the exciting artwork at Art & Crafts, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Turnul Cismarilor.

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Traveling by car from Brasov to Sighisoara takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in June, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can go by car to Sibiu.
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Sibiu — 2 nights

Red Town

On the 3rd (Sat), examine the collection at Muzeul Astra, see the interesting displays at Brukenthal National Museum, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Lutheran Evangelical Cathedral & Tower. On your second day here, don't miss a visit to Big Square (Piata Mare), enjoy breathtaking views from Turnul Sfatului (The Tower of the Council), then snap pictures at Bridge of Lies, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Centrul Istoric.

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Traveling by car from Sighisoara to Sibiu takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Sibiu are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Cluj-Napoca.
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Cluj-Napoca — 2 nights

Treasure City

Start off your visit on the 5th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Saints Peter and Paul Church, then explore the galleries of Salina Turda, then identify plant and animal life at Cheile Turzii, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Reformed Church of Cluj-Napoca. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: pause for some photo ops at Rex Matia Corvin Statue, take in nature's colorful creations at Gradina Botanica "Alexandru Borza", then stroll around Simion Bărnuțiu Central Park, and finally take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

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You can drive from Sibiu to Cluj-Napoca in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In June, daytime highs in Cluj-Napoca are 29°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can catch the flight back home.
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Transylvania travel guide

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Castles · Landmarks · Historic Walking Areas
While Transylvania may be known in popular culture as the home of Dracula, the incredible lanscape and rich history of this region are not to be overlooked. Located in the Carpathian Mountains in central Romania, travelers flock here for outdoor activities and adventures such as hiking, skiing, and rock climbing. Further, the medieval towns and architecture scattered throughout the region are some of the oldest and best preserved in the country. As host of many festivals and events, Transylvania is a cultural center for foreigners and locals alike. It's the country's largest and most well-known region, and the majority of tourism within Romania exists in this historic area.
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