Short Break

Highlights

Ritual Killing of the Living Dead - Help a haunted spirit to gain his peace - attend the ritual of killing a Living Dead meant to introduce you to the genuine Transylvanian folklore.

Corvinestilor Castle – the greatest Gothic style castle in Romania, Corvinesti. The edifice was built in the 14th Century on the site of a former Roman camp.

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

Vampire Treats: enjoy a Vampire dinner to find out why it’s worth killing for a meal!

Turda Salt Mine - descend to the heart of one of the biggest salt mines in Transylvania, you’ll then know you still have a soul to worry about

Day by day itinerary

DAY 1, Cluj - Sighisoara - Sibiu (251 km, 4h 12 min driving)

9:00 AM - Welcome to the Transylvania! Our English speaking guide collects you from Cluj Napoca - centrally located hotel.

Drive to Sighisoara, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Submerge yourself in the medieval atmosphere by visiting Sighisoara’s main attractions: The Clock Tower – built in 1360 and standing 60 meters tall on top of the citadel's hill, it hosts a museum and offers a great view over the citadel. The Torture Room –this small but interesting museum is housed at the foot of the Clock Tower in the same room where prisoners were tortured and confessions were extorted during the Middle Ages. Some of the amazing torture instruments and methods are on display. The Medieval Weapon Collection – very small but it contains an interesting selection of medieval weapons (swords, arrows, etc.).

Optional: Enjoy a lunch in the house where Vlad Tepes was born, turned today in a cozy restaurant.

Head next to the impressive medieval town of Sibiu. The fortified town of Sibiu has been the centre of Romania 's German minority since medieval times and it is one of Romania's most beautiful cities. Accommodate in a 4* hotel, enjoy a  traditional Saxon dinner  in one of the best restaurants in Sibiu.

DAY 2, Sibiu - Hunedoara - Turda (272 km, 3h 17 min driving)

Morning drive to Hunedoara.Visit the greatest Gothic style castle in Romania, Corvinesti castle. The edifice was built in the 14th Century, on the site of a former Roman camp. It served as a fortress until the mid 1400's, when it became the residence of Transylvania's ruler, Iancu de Hunedoara. Iancu upgraded the fortress and it soon became the most beautiful castle in Transylvania.

From Hunedoara drive to Turda, a small town with an intimate medieval atmosphere, home to one of the oldest Salt Mine in Romania. Accommodate in a 4* hotel, often referred to as a  medieval fantasy with beds . Delight yourself with a  vampire menu for dinner , a delicious reason to travel to Transylvania ! Still, an evening to fear, you’ll attend the killing of a vampire; you’ll be part of the crowd seeking to take the bloody creature to a special place where the ritual can begin! The Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead is followed by an Evening sitting, the Romanian term is Sezatoare. 
  

DAY 3, Turda - Salina Turda - Cluj-Napoca (40 km, 40 min driving)

Prepare yourself to descend to the heart of one of the biggest salt mines in the country – Turda Salt Mines. Cluj will surely impress you with its beautiful old buildings, Saint Michael’s Cathedral is a must see.

Transfer to the airport for your return flight.

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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

Low Cost flights London - Transylvania available with www.wizzair.com

Price & Departure

 Price includes:

The services of a professionally trained English speaking guide.

Accommodations: 2 nights in a 4* hotel.

Meals: 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners (out of which a Saxon Dinner and a Vampire Dinner).

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

Entry fees to the following tourist attractions: Corvinesti Castle, Clock Tower & Medieval Weapon Collection & Torture Room in Sighisoara Citadel, Turda Salt Mines

Special events: The Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead.

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

Please note that, a minimum of 4 people is required in order for this tour to take place

You might be interested in our Dracula Weekend tour, departing from Bucharest.

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!

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Special notes & info

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