•Enjoy a deeper introduction to Romania’s capital, exploring its fascinating contracts between opulence and power.

•Begin with a visit to the former residence of Nicolas Ceausecu offering a rare glimpse into the private life of Romania’s former dictator, with interiors preserved as the were during his rule.

•Continue to the extraordinary Palace of the Pariament, the world’s second largest administrative building, an immense and imposing structure that stands as a powerful symbol of the communist era.

•In the evening, head into the charming Old Town (Lipscani District), where the atmosphere comes alive. After dinner take a stroll down Old Town’s cobbled streets,

Overnight Bucharest

•Depart Bucharest this morning and head to into the foothills of the Carpathian's for a unique underground experience at the Slanic Prahova Salt Mine, one of the largest in Europe. Descend deep below ground to explore vast caverns carved entirely from salt, with a cool fresh atmosphere ad striking scale.

•Continue to the elegant mountain resort of Sinaia to visit Peles Castle, a spectacular former royal residence set against a forested backdrop.

Arrive in Brasov and settle into your hotel before an evening at leisure.

Overnight: Brasov

•Enjoy a walking tour through Brasov’s midevil old town, including Council Square, the Black Church, and Catherine’s Gate.

•Afternoon is free to relax, explore further, or take an optional cable car up Tampa Mountain for panoramic views.

• Overnight: Brașov

• Morning excursion to Bran Castle – famously linked to the Dracula legend

• Visit Râșnov Fortress – a hilltop citadel with panoramic views

• Return to Brașov for a relaxed afternoon

• Overnight: Sighisoara

• Travel to Sighișoara (approx. 2.5 hrs) – one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval towns

• Guided tour of the UNESCO-listed citadel:

– The iconic Clock Tower

– Church on the Hill

– Vlad Dracul House (reputed birthplace of Vlad the Impaler)

• Overnight: Sighișoara

• Morning drive to Sibiu (approx. 2 hrs)

• Explore Sibiu’s historic center: Great Square, Small Square, Council Tower, and Bridge of Lies

• Visit the ASTRA Museum – over 400 traditional buildings across 96 ha of parkland

• Overnight: Sibiu

•A full day to enjoy Sibiu and its surroundings at a relaxed pace.

*Visit the ASTRA Museum, and expansive open-air museum set within natural parkland, showcasing traditional Romanian life through hundreds of preserved buildings.

•The remainder of the day can be spent exploring Sibuis cafes, boutiques, and atmospheric streets.

Overnight: Sibiu

•Enjoy a scenic drive through the Olt River Valley. Stop at Cozia Monastery before continuing to the spa town of Calimane-Caciulata.

•Arrive in Cur-tea de Arges and visit the monastery and the Princely Church of Saint Nicholas

Overnight: Cur-tea de Arges.

•Travel back toward the mountains through the scenic countryside.

•Arrive in Poiana Brasov, a peaceful alpine resort surrounded by forested peaks. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

Overnight: Poiana Brasov

•Return to Bucharest with a stop a Mofosoaia Palace, a beautiful lakeside residence with landscaped gardens and unique architecture.

•Enjoy a final evening at your leisure at the capital.

Overnight: Bucharest

Will be taken to the airport to depart for the flight home.