10 Days in Romania: 3 Unique Itineraries

If you’re looking for a genuine cultural experience, Maramures in the far north is an immensely rewarding destination. Famed for their handicrafts and hospitality, visitors can get an authentic glimpse of traditional life. Woodworking has a strong heritage here and is evident in the intricately carved gates found on many homes and of course, the famous wooden churches—eight of which are UNESCO-listed. No cultural exploration of Romania would be complete without exploring the castles, churches and citadels of Transylvania. The colorful village of Sighisoara is home to Europe’s longest inhabited citadel (it still is today) Sibiu is another jewel among many in the mountain towns of Transylvania. Take a walking tour to explore the cobbled alleys and unique medieval architecture. Biertan and Viscri have some of the finest fortified churches in the region and then of course there are the castles. The awe-inspiring Bran Castle is best known as the home of Dracula while the beautiful Peles Castle looks like it's straight out of a fairy tale. See all 10-day itineraries for Romania.

For most visitors to Romania, the iconic castles of Transylvania are at the top of their bucket-list. But Transylvania is also home to a host of other treasures including churches, citadels, villages and towns that can easily be explored in 10 days. Sibiu and Sighisoara are the standout medieval towns of the region with their impressive fortifications, squares and cobbled alleys. Meanwhile, Viscri and Biertan have the most impressive fortified churches. There are many impressive castles to choose from, but Bran, Peles and Corvin are our top picks. Bran, of course, is the home of Bram Stoker’s Count Dracula while Peles gives off serious fairy tale vibes and Corvin is one of the largest castles in Europe. Once you’ve had your fill of churches and castles, check out the Turda Salt Mine, considered to be one of the world’s most impressive underground attractions. And for a snapshot of modern life in Romania, the university town of Cluj-Napoca has buzzing cafes and vibrant nightlife. See all Romania holidays.

Romania is a country of deep forests, craggy mountains and bucolic countryside, making it a beautiful and rewarding destination to explore on foot. You can spend several days trekking among the wooden churches and monasteries of northern Romania. In the far north, Maramures is home to a collection of UNESCO-listed wooden churches that are a testament to the traditional woodworking skills of the region. To the east, Moldavia and Bucovina claim eight medieval orthodox monasteries, the frescoes of which are considered to be some of the world’s finest Byzantine art. In the Carpathian Mountains of Transylvania, there’s a wealth of hiking and trekking opportunities where you may even spot brown bears. Or consider saving your steps for walking tours of the magnificent medieval mountain towns and citadels such as Sibiu, Sighișoara, Viscri and Brasnov to name a few. See other trekking holidays in Romania.

Ten days is ample time to explore Romania and soak in its cultural as well as natural offering. But if you are still not sure about how much time you need in Romania, check out our guide on suggested durations. For more inspiration check out our holiday packages in Romania. You can also speak with one of our travel advisors to plan a personalized itinerary for Romania.

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