A tour curated by Prince Nicholas of Romania
10 Days / 9 Nights
Dear Historians and Travelers,
True history is not found in textbooks, but in the timeless stones of medieval citadels and the centuries-old traditions of diverse cultures.
I invite you to discover a land where different eras coexist in perfect harmony. It is a place where medieval Saxon fortifications still guard vibrant valleys, and Szekler traditions remain woven into the fabric of daily life.
For me personally, this land represents a living testament to European cultural resilience as well as a model of intercultural communication.
This 10-day journey bridges the grand narratives of the past with privileged, present-day encounters. You will trace royal history at the Curtea de Arges Monastery, explore the Vauban fortress of Alba Iulia, stand before the majestic Black Church in Brașov, wander the cobblestone lanes of UNESCO-protected citadels like Sighișoara and Viscri and experience the noble tranquility of the Zabala Estate. Together, we will uncover the stories of Peles Castle and marvel at Bucharest’s dramatic transitions from royal palaces to communist monuments.
So please consider this your personal invitation on a journey through the chapters of our shared past!
Prince Nicholas of Romania
Arrival at the International Airport in Bucharest and transfer to your hotel in the city centre. Welcome dinner in the company of Nicholas of Romania.
After breakfast drive to Curtea de Arges, burial place for the kings and queens of Romania. Lunch in Curtea de Arges, then continue your trip to Sibiu. Check into your hotel, then join your guide for a stroll in the old city centre, including dinner.
Venture deep into the heart of Transylvania. Today’s tour will take you to Calnic to visit the fortified church that is part of the UNESCO World Heritage and the city of Alba Iulia, one of the oldest settlements in Romania. Return to Sibiu in the afternoon
Morning departure to the village of Biertan, home to the 15th century fortified church. Enjoy a traditional lunch on the way in the small village of Alma Vii, then continue to Sighisoara, one of Europe’s best preserved medieval towns. Accommodation in Sighisora.
Start your day with a visit of the medieval fortified church of Viscri (UNESCO World Heritage). Lunch in Viscri, then continue your trip to Zabala where you will arrive in the early afternoon. Check-in at Zabala Estate.
After breakfast, enjoy activities offered by the Zabala Estate. Lunch at the estate, then drive to Cernat to visit the Hazsman Pall Ethnographic Museum, dedicated to the life of Transylvanan Szeklers. Return to the Zabala estate and time at leisure before dinner.
Depart to the beautiful medieval town of Brasov. Check in at your hotel,then start the city tour – discover the fortifications, towers and bastions of the city, take a stroll
through the old town and visit the Black Church – the largest Gothic style edifice in Eastern Europe. The afternoon will be at your leisure.
Head south towards Bucharest, crossing the Carpathian Mountains. Stop in the mountain resort of Sinaia for a visit of the Peles Castle – Prince Nicholas will join you for the visit. Lunch in Sinaia then continue to Bucharest for check-in at your hotel and time at leisure to enjoy the city.
Today, delve into the city’s tumultuous history. See the immense Palace of the Parliament, the Cotroceni Palace, the Romanian Patriarchal Cathedral and Bucharest’s Old Town. Be Prince Nicholas’ guests for a farewell dinner.
Transfer you to the airport, in time for your homeward flight.
