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What to expect

Bucharest Walking Tour

Bucharest Walking Tour

Visit the Athenaeum & Old Town

Bran Castle

Bran Castle

Discover the legend of Count Dracula

UNESCO-listed Sites

UNESCO-listed Sites

Explore ancient medieval architecture

Zarnesti Bear Sanctuary

Zarnesti Bear Sanctuary

Encounter rehabilitated brown bears

About this trip...

 

Join your fellow solo travellers and accompanying Tour Leader on this amazing escorted group tour of Romania, where you'll delve into the country's rich history and vibrant cultures. Explore the medieval charm of Bucharest's Old Town and marvel at the stunning architecture of Peleș Castle. Journey through the breathtaking Carpathian Mountains to visit the legendary Bran Castle, famously known as Dracula’s Castle. Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty and traditional villages of Transylvania, with guided insights into Romania’s fascinating past.
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What's included?

  • Return flights & transfers
  • Airport taxes & charges
  • Room for sole use
  • Solos Board - Daily breakfast welcome dinner, one lunch & farewell dinner
  • Welcome Drink
  • Walking tour of Sibiu, Sighisoara, Brasov & Bucharest
  • Visits to Prejmer, Brukenthal Museum, Biertan, Viscri & Peles Castle
  • Dracula's Castle, Bran
  • Libearty Bear Sanctuary, Zarnesti
  • Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
  • Fully Financially Protected

What's extra:

  • Insurance click here

Itinerary

  • Arrive Bucharest - Sinaia
  • Prejmer & Sibiu
  • Sibiu & Sighisoara
  • Viscri & Brasov
  • Libearty Bear Sanctuary & Bran Castle
  • Sinaia & Bucharest
  • Bucharest
  • Depart to UK

What you’ll be doing

Day One: Welcome to Romania

Day One: Welcome to Romania

On arrival into Bucharest, we transfer to Sinaia for the first night of our guided tour. This evening, we get to know each other at our welcome dinner.

  • Breakfast & dinner included
Day Two: Prejmer & Sibiu

Day Two: Prejmer & Sibiu

After breakfast, we continue our journey to Prejmer, home to the first of many UNESCO World Heritage Sites on our tour. Here we’ll visit one of Romania’s most remarkable fortified churches, a true testament to medieval architecture and defense. Following lunch, we travel onward to Sibiu, the cultural heart of Transylvania. Upon arrival, we’ll enjoy a guided walking tour through its beautifully preserved medieval center, rich in history and charm.
  • Breakfast included
Day Three: Sibiu & Sighisoara

Day Three: Sibiu & Sighisoara

This morning, we begin with a visit to the Brukenthal Museum, the oldest in the country. It houses an impressive collection of European art, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts, spanning from the medieval period to the 19th-century. We continue to Sighisoara, with a stop at Biertan, renowned for its fortified church. This UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a facinating glimpse into traditional Transylvanian rural life. On arrival in Sighisoara we explore the citadel visiting the clock tower. 

  • Breakfast included

Day Four: Brasov Tour

Day Four: Brasov Tour

We leave Sighisoara after breakfast travelling south to Brasov via Viscri. On arrival into Brasov, we take an orientation tour of the city. Known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and stunning natural surroundings, Brasov is also the gateway to the Carpathian Mountains. Here, we spend the next two nights.

  • Breakfast included

Day Five: Libearty Bear Sanctuary & Bran Castle

Day Five: Libearty Bear Sanctuary & Bran Castle

After breakfast, we get to visit the Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Zărnești. One of the largest brown bear sanctuaries in Europe, it provides a safe haven for rescued bears previously held in captivity. See bears in a semi-natural environment, while learning about wildlife conservation and the importance of protecting bears and their habitats. Next, we journey to the mysterious Bran Castle, famously known as Dracula’s Castle. Perched dramatically on a rocky hilltop in the picturesque Carpathian Mountains, the castle's rich history dates back to the 14th-century. Our tour takes us into the eerie world of Count Dracula as we explore the halls and corridors, learn about fascinating folklore and discover why this legendary landmark continues to captivate imaginations around the world.

  • Breakfast included

Day Six: Sinaia & Bucharest

Day Six: Sinaia & Bucharest

We continue south this morning to Bucharest, stopping en route in Sinaia, where we visit the beautiful Peles Castle. Nestled in the picturesque Carpathian Mountains, Peles Castle boast 160 rooms of Neo Renaissance architecture, intricate woodwork and stunning stain-glassed windows. We continue onto Bucharest where we stay for the next two nights.


  • Breakfast included

Day Seven: Walking Tour of Bucharest

Day Seven: Walking Tour of Bucharest

We set out on a walking tour of Bucharest this morning, taking in highlights such as the Romanian Athenaeum & The National Art Gallery. We'll also have time to soak up the atmosphere of the Old Town, the historic heart of Bucharest since the Middle Ages. After an afternoon at leisure, we meet for our farewell dinner.

  • Breakfast & dinner included

Day Eight: Depart to UK

Day Eight: Depart to UK

Say ‘la revedere’ to Bucharest, as we return to the UK today.

  • Breakfast included

Trip Reviews

Nice small group

Seeing the varied regions of Romania and hearing the history. Nowhere was too crowded (apart from the main tourist attractions) Good local guide and driver comfortable mini bus . The accommodation and food was of a good comfortable standard. Nice small size group. Highlight for me was the Libearty Bear Sanctuary.

A fabulous holiday

A fabulous holiday, one of your best, excellent hotels, great locations and a good balance to the holiday, one I would 100% recommend.

Darren

Loved the social side

Loved the social side, meeting people and the guides, lovely churches, castles and savoring local food and beverages

Itinerary was perfect

Itinerary was perfect. Local guide Daniella was a font of knowledge.

Nicola

Accommodation

Romania

We stay in comfortable hotels throughout as detailed below (or similar).
  • Carpathia Hotel, Sinaia (1 night)
  • Continental Forum, Sibiu (1 night)
  • Mercure Binderbubi, Sighisoara (1 night)
  • Prinz Gregor, Brasov (2 nights) May 
  • Safrano Palace, Brasov (2 nights) Sep
  • Berthelot Hotel, Bucharest (2 nights)

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info Regional flights
4 May 2026 11 May 2026 7
£2199
  Please call for regional flights
28 Sep 2026 5 Oct 2026 7
£2199
  Please call for regional flights

Essential Information

Transfer Time
The transfer from Bucharest Airport to Sinaia is approcimately 2 hours. From Bucharest centre, it’s approximately 45 minutes, depending on traffic.
Dress Code
Be sure to pack suitable clothing for the time of the year and the climate of your destination. We also advise you to take a sturdy, comfortable pair of shoes, especially for daytime activities or excursions, as some tours may involve walking over cobblestones or other uneven surfaces.
Gratuities
There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. To give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below. The Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides, porters and hotel staff of approximately 200 Leu. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip.
Passport, Visa & Entry Requirements
Passport Romania is now part of the Schengen area, you must follow the Schengen area passport requirements to travel there. To enter Romania (and all Schengen countries) your passport must:
  • have a ‘date of issue’ less than 10 years before the date you arrive. Passports issued after 1 October 2018 are now valid for only 10 years, but for passports issued before 1 October 2018, extra months may have been added if you renewed a passport early
  • have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave
Visa requirements Romania is now part of the Schengen area. Visits to Romania now count towards your 90-day visa-free limit in the Schengen area. You can visit the Schengen area for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa as a tourist
Currency
Romanian Leu
Important Information
You will need to have a good level of fitness due to the amount of walking included in this trip.

Rated as Excellent (4.8/5) by our customers

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First Class

I’d highly recommend Solos to people looking to travel on their own with a group of like minded people.
-David F

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Fabulous experience

Solos are extremely organised and provide fantastic holidays for people on their own. The tour leaders are of a very high standard and are extremely caring with the guests.
-Carole

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Don't Delay any Longer!

This was my first Solos holiday and it hugely exceeded my expectations. Lovely, lovely people made the holiday so special.....it will stay with me for always
-L Heaton

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Well worth going

I’ve recently returned from my first Solos holiday and had a fantastic time. I can honestly say that I enjoyed every minute, and the memories will last a lifetime.
-Patricia B

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