Day 08 Rousse / Bucharest (Romania)
Morning we take a tour of Rousse popular with its architecture and very tranquil atmosphere. Rousse used to be a Roman fortress "Sexaginta Prista" (which means "The port of the sixty ships"), after that it was called Rustchuk. Nowadays the name is Rousse. Bidding farewell to Bulgaria, we enter another unique and historical country – Romania. We head off to the capital city, Bucharest.
Overnight: Hotel Capital, Bucharest (1 night) (B)

Day 09 Bucharest / Curtea De Arges / Sibiu
The day starts with a tour of Bucharest to including the famous Cathedral of the Patriarchate. Next we visit Curtea de Arges - a former capital of Wallachia and the Episcopal Church where the Romanian Kings lie buried. Drive along the picturesque Olt Valley to Cozia Monastery and Sibiu to take an interesting tour of the old towns of Transylvania - formerly Hermannstadt including medieval town with it’s Main Square, Evangelical Church, Liars’ Bridge amongst other sites. Afternoon free.
Overnight: Hotel Continental, Sibiu (1 night) (B)

Day 10 Sibiu / Sighisoara / Bistrita
Another interesting and exciting day ahead as we drive to Biertan to visit the impressive fortified church. From here we continue to visit Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad the Impaler (“Dracula”). We visit the medieval citadel (the “Upper Town”), the Clock Tower, the Church on the Hill before departing for Târgu Mures - one of the elegant city centres known for its architecture. Bistrita is one of the 7 main medieval towns of Transylvania.
Overnight: Codrisor, Bistrita (1 night) (B)

Day 11 Bistrita / Maramures / Campulung Moldovenesc
A day into the crafts as we proceed to Maramures - a region famous for its woodwork traditions and unspoiled rural life. We visit the picturesque villages of Sacel, Bogdan Voda and Rozavlea, with their wooden churches and porches. Next is a visit of the impressive monastery of Barsana and lunch on the monastery. In the afternoon we drive across the Carpathians to Bucovina via Prislop Pass getting an opportunity to enjoy breathtaking scenery.
Overnight: Zimbru, Câmpulung Moldovenesc. (1 night) (B)

Day 12 Campulung Moldovenesc / Monasteries / Piatra Neamt
Full day in Bucovina – land of the unique painted monasteries – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We start with a visit of the interesting Moldovita and Sucevita monasteries with its outstanding outside frescoes followed by the famous monastery of Voronet, “the Sistine Chapel of the Orient”. Late afternoon we drive south to visit the Agapia monastery.
Overnight: Ceahlaul, Piatra Neamt (1 night) (B)

Day 13 Piatra Neamt / Brasov or Poiana Brasov
Going past the spectacular Bicaz Gorges, the Red Lake and Miercurea Ciuc, we take a scenic drive to Brasov. We visit the beautiful fortified church of Prejmer. Late afternoon we arrive Brasov or Poiana Brasov. Evening is free to enjoy the local markets.
Overnight: Complex Sportus / Bradul (1 night) (B)

Day 14 Brasov / Bran / Bucharest
A panoramic guided walking tour within the historical center of Brasov (formerly Kronstadt) includes visit to the famous Black Church before departing for Bran for a visit of “Dracula’s Castle”. We drive across the mountains to Sinaia and visit the impressive 1695 Sinaia Monastery and the fabulous Peles Castle - former summer residence of the Royal family. Drive to Bucharest. Upon arrival we visit the outdoor Village Museum. Evening is free to take time off to shop at Bucharest’s many shops.
Overnight; Capital Hotel, Bucharest (1 night) (B)

Day 15 Bucharest departure
After a fortnight of fun and enjoyable touring witnessing some of the most well known historical and spectacular scenery, we are transferred to the airport for our departure flight home or joining one of the other Bestway’s tours in the region. (B)