Halloween in Transylvania
  with Vlad the Impaler
   Short break

Highlights

Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel - a delicious traditional Romanian festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special programme including the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, the Witch Trial, Dracula’s Wedding, Romanian Folk Show and many dark surprises.

The Medieval Saxon Citadel of Sighisoara - Dracula’s birth place, the best preserved medieval citadel in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Bran Castle – also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377.

The Medieval Saxon city of Sibiu – concentrating the largest number of famous sights in Romania

Spider Web Artist - the only artist in the world who uses spider web for his paintings

The Medieval Saxon city of Brasov – one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe

Day by day itinerary

DAY 1, October 30, Cluj-Napoca – Sibiu

Welcome to the Transylvania! Our English speaking guide collects you from Cluj Napoca Airport. Drive to Turda, a small town with an intimate medieval atmosphere where you can enjoy lunch in a Dracula Restaurant. Transfer next to Sibiu. The fortified city of Sibiu has been the centre of Romania’s German minority since medieval times and it is one of Romania’s most beautiful cities. The city contains the largest concentrations of famous sites in Romania. Enjoy a city tour including the Evangelic Church, one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in Romania and the iconic image of Sibiu. Vlad the Impaler’s son, Prince Mihnea the Evil was stabbed on the stairs of the church in 1510.

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DAY 2, October 31, Sibiu - Bran - Brasov - Sighisoara

Explore today Transylvania’s symbol, Bran Castle. It owes its fame both to its unique charm and to the myth Bram Stoker created around Dracula. The impressive edifice dates back to 1377. Queen Maria of Romania, the niece of Queen Victoria of Great Britain turned the castle into a beautiful summer residence. Close to the castle, there is a shrine that is set in the wall of a mountain which once sheltered her heart. Lunch can be enjoyed in Bran village. Cheese tasting is strongly recommended as the village is renowned for the delicious home made traditional cheese assortments produced here. The ones smoked in pine tree bark are particularly delicious. Visit next Horror House, located in the vicinity of the castle, a special treat dedicated for the strong hearted.
Your next stop is the Medieval Saxon City of Brasov, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe, home to the impressive Black Church, the largest gothic edifice in South Eastern Europe. Continue your journey with Sighisoara Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded by Saxons during the 12th century, Sighisoara still stands as one of Europe’s most beautiful inhabited fortified citadels. Sighisoara is also the place where Vlad the Impaler, also known as Dracula, was born.
   Get ready then for the Halloween Party: a delicious traditional Romanian festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special programme including the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, the  Witch Trial, Dracula’s Wedding, Romanian Folk Show and many dark surprises.
  If you survive you’ll find refugee in a 3* hotel located in the very heart of the medieval citadel.

DAY 3, November 1, Sighisoara - Cluj-Napoca


Enjoy medieval charm at its best, visit Sighisoara’s main tourist attractions: The Clock Tower, standing 60 meters tall on top of the citadel’s hill, it hosts a museum and offers a great view over the citadel. You’ll then drive to the town of Medias, with its beautiful medieval centre, where you’ll make the acquaintance of a unique artist, the only one who uses spider web for his paintings.

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Testimonials "It is obvious that Transylvania Live goes to extraordinary lengths to make sure its clients are satisfied. We are very thankful to our guide for being not only a well-informed guide but also for being courteous, dependable, friendly, and always doing his best make sure that the trip was a pleasant experience for us, which it was". Steve and Karen from Beverly Hills, USA referred to us by Let’s Travel agency, Santa Monica, California, www.letstravel-sm.com

Sorin, group leader says: It’s a great satisfaction for me to guide this tour and share all my knowledge on Transylvania’s history and legends, and also create a special fairytale, funny atmosphere.

Flights

Recommended Low Cost flights, London-Transylvania

Price & Departure

*price in £, $ for guidance only, all payments will be taken in €.

Price includes:
The services of a professionally trained English speaking guide. 

Accommodation: 1 night in a 4* and 1 night in a 3* hotel

Meals: 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners (one traditional Saxon dinner and one Festive Halloween dinner including a 3 course meal plus dessert and the alcoholic drinks in accordance with the menu)

Transportation: entire land transfers based on standard European car, microbus, coach, depending upon the number of travellers.

Not included: plane ticket, airport fees, photo & video tax and other not mentioned.

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We also accept payments via PayPal (by credit card, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover or PayPal account), by Moneybookers, bank transfer and Western Union.

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Available for free if:
You don’t have a reflection in the mirror,
You decompose when sunlight strikes you,
You’re over 200 years old,
Can use your wings to fly to Transylvania,
Well, this holiday is free for you! Come join your fellow vampires in Transylvania:-)
Blood treats not included!

Special notes & info

Please bring your own Halloween costume!

In Romania the weather in October-November is very unpredictable, with daytime temperatures between 15-20 grades Celsius, and night time temperatures between 5-10 grades Celsius; but it is very much possible that you will see some snowfall especially in the mountain section. However the weather is very changeable, so you should expect big temperature changing.

The garlic, cross and the survival techniques are on us!

Add-on programs
Extra nights can be booked at hotel in the last day of the tour.
At your request we can even include a trip to Black Church in Brasov or Dracula's Castle in Bran (1 - 2 hours driving from Sighisoara)

Other mentions

• Once you realise the price of good beer and wine you will probably not want to return to your country.
• Plenty of English is spoken and you will find the people are friendly and open.
• No visa is required and you can get green card extension insurance from your insurer to cover Romania.

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Transylvania Live specialises in travel to Romania and we are here to offer you a personal, flexible and highly efficient service. Therefore, if you have any other queries or you would like to adapt your Romanian package in any way, we will be pleased to offer you any assistance that you may require.
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Media Mentions

We're pleased to say that Transylvania Live - expert in Transylvania has recently garnered the attention of several publications and broadcasts
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