Embark on a 4-day private tour of the Painted Monasteries of Bucovina and Transylvania Citadels in Romania. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, medieval citadels, and iconic castles.
Bucharest to Bucovina
Agapia Monastery - The Agapia Monastery (Romanian: Mănăstirea Agapia) is a Romanian Orthodox nunnery situated 9 km west of Târgu Neamț, in the commune of Agapia, Neamţ County. Constructed between 1641 and 1643 by Romanian hetman Gavriil Coci, brother of Vasile Lupu, the church has undergone several restorations and modifications over the centuries. It was painted by Nicolae Grigorescu between 1858 and 1861. As one of the largest nunneries in Romania, it houses 300–400 nuns, making it the second most populous after Văratec Monastery.
Varatec Monastery - Văratec Monastery is a Romanian Orthodox nunnery located in the northeastern part of the country, in Văratec village, Agapia Commune, Neamţ County. It is the largest nunnery in Romania, with over 400 nuns residing there.
Painted monasteries in Bucovina
Sucevita Monastery - The church’s architecture features a blend of Byzantine and Gothic elements, along with characteristics typical of other painted churches in northern Moldavia. Both the interior and exterior walls are adorned with mural paintings of significant artistic value, depicting biblical scenes from the Old and New Testament.
Moldovita Monastery - The Moldovița Monastery (Romanian: Mânăstirea Moldovița) is a Romanian Orthodox monastery located in the commune of Vatra Moldoviței, Suceava County, Moldavia, Romania. Built in 1532 by Petru Rareș, the illegitimate son of Stephen III of Moldavia, the monastery was established as a defensive barrier against the Muslim Ottoman invaders from the East.
Manastirea Voronet - The Voroneț Monastery is a medieval monastery in the Romanian village of Voroneț, now part of the town Gura Humorului. It is one of the renowned painted monasteries in southern Bukovina, Suceava County. Constructed by Stephen the Great in 1488 over a span of 3 months and 3 weeks to celebrate the victory at the Battle of Vaslui, the monastery is often referred to as the “Sistine Chapel of the East.” The frescoes at Voroneț are famous for their vivid shade of blue, known in Romania as “Voroneț blue.”
Getting to Transylvania
Centrul Istoric Sighisoara - A medieval citadel and a popular tourist attraction known for its well-preserved walled old town, which is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
Viscri Fortified Church - Visit the Viscri Fortified Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This well-maintained Saxon fortified church provides insight into Transylvania’s medieval architecture and history.
Brasov Historical Center - The city was historically the regional capital of the Transylvanian Saxons of the Burzenland administrative area and a major commercial center on the trade routes between East and West. It is also the birthplace of Romania’s national anthem.
Transylvania fortifications
Black Church (Biserica Neagra) - Built by the German community of the city, it stands as the main Gothic-style monument in the country and is the largest and one of the most significant Lutheran (Evangelical Church of Augustan Confession in Romania) places of worship in the region.
Peles Castle - The summer royal residence, this Neo-Renaissance castle is located in the Carpathian Mountains near Sinaia, in Prahova County, Romania, on an old medieval route connecting Transylvania and Wallachia. Constructed between 1873 and 1914, it was inaugurated in 1883 and built for King Carol I.
- 3 nights accommodation in 3-star hotels
- Private tour for an exclusive experience
- All monastery entrance fees included
- Daily breakfast provided
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Bucharest
- Other meals, drinks or snacks
- Hotel upgrades
- Entrance fee to other attractions than stated
Embark on a comprehensive 4-day journey to the stunning regions of Bucovina and Transylvania, located in the north-central area of Romania, starting from Bucharest.
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the mural adorned monasteries of Bucovina: Voronet – frequently referred to as „The Eastern Sistine Chapel”, this iconic painted church, established over five centuries ago, exhibits well-maintained frescoes, Sucevita - the site of the grandest mural-laden convent strongly resembling a fortress, and Moldovita - recognized for its gilded and deep blue exterior wall paintings concluded in the 16th century.
In Transylvania, you’ll unveil key highlights: Sighisoara, among the most picturesque, well-conserved and still inhabited medieval fortresses in Europe, the genuine Saxon abodes of Prejmer and reinforced churches, Brasov - a middle-aged town established by German settlers back in the 13th century, the fabled Dracula Castle in Bran and the spectacular Peles Royal Castle in Sinaia, positioned in Prahova Valley.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
