Tour of Transylvania's Countryside: Sighisoara Citadel & Fortified Villages

Florin With: Florin 48
Join me on this day trip to discover Transylvania's medieval heritage! We drive from Cluj-Napoca through the beautiful countryside to go visit 500-year-old well-preserved Saxon (German) settlements: the fortified city of Medias, UNESCO settlements of Biertan and famous Sighisoara Citadel. Discover their fascinating history and join me on this cultural trip with scenic landscapes!


Moments to expect during the tour to Sighsoara Citadel and Transylvania:

  • City of Medias - part of Siebenburgen

    City of Medias - part of Siebenburgen

    Our first stop will be in the Saxon town of Medias which has a tower 69 m tall - tilted like the Leaning Tower of Pisa! We'll spend 1 hour here to go for a walk and coffee while learning some fun stories and legends about the history of this important settlement part of the Saxon Siebenburgen.

  • The 500-year-old church in Biertan

    The 500-year-old church in Biertan

    Saxons colonists came to South Transylvania in the 12th century and their heritage, culture and way of life is still with us today. The fortified church in the village of Biertan is massive, impressive and jaw-dropping! It's where an original couples' therapy was practiced 400 years ago - maybe you want to try it? :)

  • Medieval Sighisoara Citadel

    Medieval Sighisoara Citadel

    Finally, we visit Sighisoara Citadel, the best preserved and few remaining still-inhabited medieval citadels in Europe! We go on a tour of the old cobbled streets and main squares, admire colorful and built-to-last medieval houses and learn about the impressive history and cultural importance of the citadel, now part of UNESCO heritage. We can also stop for lunch in a traditional Saxon guesthouse.

  • OPTIONAL - Visit to a Rróma family in Brateiu

    OPTIONAL - Visit to a Rróma family in Brateiu

    You have a unique opportunity to visit a typical Rroma family. Victor, the head of the family who is a traditional artizan, will tell you more about their history, culture and lifestyle, including some personal stories. He will show us his workshop and products made of copper, brass or silver. You will also meet his wife and children. This is a perfect stop for those who want to learn about this heavily discriminated ethnic minority in Europe, wrongly called gypsies, subject to many prejudices and mis-conceptions.
    [Extra price of 25 Euro/person, min. 2 people needed]

Tour price: 2 x 105 Euro
How to book
  1. Choose how many people and when
  2. Request a booking and fill in your details
  3. Flexible payment and cancelation
  4. Guide answers in 24h
  5. Children prices

Cancelation & refund policy

Easy

Sends us or the guide an email 24h before the tour informing us you can't make it and you'll get a full refund of your payment, no questions asked.

Location details

  • Starting point: Cluj-Napoca
  • Nearest airport: Cluj Napoca International
  • Nearest train station: Cluj-Napoca Train Station
  • Landscape: Landscapes, Countryside, Urban

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