Tours in Bucharest

Communism has been here for more than 40 years. Bucharest is full of “souvenirs” from that period: from the most ambitious projects to abandoned areas, sometimes actual mentalities and even bullet holes. We invite you to explore every aspect of life during this period and understand their influence in today’s city. On this tour you will get to know Nicolae Ceausescu's real life story and imagine his socialist dream in the Union Square. You will be impressed by the Palace of the Parliament. You will find out what the files of the secret police Securitate sounded like right in front of the secret police headquarters. You will discover myths and facts about the 1989 uprising right in the Revolution Square. We will get sad with stories on the violent 1989 revolution, we will get amused by the jokes about Ceausescu, and in the end you will decide how you really feel about the Romanian version of communism.

We turn your journey from Bucharest to Sofia into a captivating road trip through southern Romania and northern Bulgaria, enriched with historic landmarks, mystical cave, monasteries, and natural wonders. Forget about carrying your luggage, finding a cab and waiting at the train station or security line, because we provide door to door private transfers with English speaking drivers.

Transfagarasan Road is one of the top highlights of Romanian tourism and you will be exploring it on this exciting tour that combines nature, charming countryside and historical landmarks. More than 150 kilometers (94 miles) in length the Transfagarasan Highway is Romania’s most spectacular and best known road and, thanks to an appearance on BBC Top Gear in 2009, now one of the country’s most popular tourist attractions. Fully open only from June to October, the road’s highest point is at 2042 meters (6700 ft): the tunnel which links the northern and southern sides at Lake Balea.

Briefing You have just landed in Romania, the last country to exit the Iron Curtain of Soviet influence in the late 80’s after the Revolution in Dec 1989. At least this is what the travel guides say. Under Soviet Communist rule since WW2, the people of Romania lived for more than 20 years under Ceausescu’'s regime, in the so-called Golden Era, coping with the oppression of freedom, censorship and even food deprivation in the last years of the regime. Despite these facts, some Romanians still look back at the life under the rule of the last Dictator of Europe with melancholia and regret. The known facts nowadays are that in December 1989, the Romanian people stood up and started the Revolution that would end in Ceausescu’'s demise. Some enigmas remain and so far, some of the questions surrounding those events remained unanswered.

This is a private tour that will take you to three very important places for the history of Romania. The first is the royal court where Vlad the Impaler lived. The second place is the most beautiful castle in Romania built by the most important king of our country. The third place is the tomb of Vlad the Impaler (Dracula).

First documented in 1540, palinca and țuica, have gained world fame, and it`s safe to say, one must never leave Romania without tasting them! These distilled wonders are popular all across Eastern Europe, but we will share with you what makes the Romanian ones so special. By participating in this tasting, you will master to distinguish the subtle difference between these two spirits and learn about their history and production methods.

Before booking, please read Description, Inclusions & Exclusions. *Aditional info **For the timeing slots if we have 1-3 persons we will use a car, 4-7 persons we will use a minivan and 8-18 persons we will use a minibus. **The vehicles used for the tour: car, minivan or minibus depending the bookings from the timeing slots. Fixed Pick-up & drop-off location: Grand Hotel Bucharest Tour duration aprox. 1,5 Hours ➡️Everyday fixed timeing slots program: 9:30-12:00-15:00-18:00 For the timeing slots 9:30-12:00-15:00,we have a stop to visit the Village Museum. For the timeing slot 18:00, the tour will be just panoramic round of the city with few photo stops (Village Museum will be closed at that hour, the program of Village Museum its 9:00-15:00) Itinerary: Village Museum 30 minutes. (Visit inside) Revolution Square, photo stops and live explanations 15 minutes. (Visit only outside) Palace of Parliament, stop for photos and live explanations 10 minutes.(Visit only outside)

Would you like to understand what happened in the communist time in Romania? Would you like to know more about Ceausescu and his family, how they leaved and how they died? Join us in great adventure to meet one of the best guides in Romania specialized in communism history!

We offer transfers with Small Car or Minivan to International Airport OTP (Henri Coanda) from Bucharest . OUR SERVICE GUARANTEES: • Discretion • Useful tips and information regarding any activities you have planned • Flexibility

Welcome to the largest salt mine in Europa, which is Slanic Prahova. Inside you will find the biggest planetarium in Romania, with a dome with a diameter at 16 meters and laser projection system (4k) of 24.000 lumens. After this we will visit the Berca Muddy Volcanoes wich is a geological and botanical reservation located in Buzău County. The most spectacular feature is small volcano-shaped structures typically a few metres high caused by the eruption of mud and natural gases. Get you camera ready!

This is a service of private transfer: - from the Otopeni Airport to any address in Bucharest. - from any address in Bucharest to Otopeni Airport. All our drivers speak English.

Discover the philosophers that shaped the communist ideology and find out how it was first implemented in Russia and then Eastern Europe. Learn about Ceausescu and life in communist Romania. Immerse into the middle of the Socialist Victory boulevard, the starting point of the tour and the last megalomaniac communist project. Discover the Chamber of Deputies Palace and how the society was shaped before communist ruling. Learn about Ceausescu's poor background and his rise to power. Ceausescu’s regime is considered to be the most oppressive communist regime in the Eastern Bloc, very similar to the Kim dynasty in North Korea, which made his rule in Romania like no other. Find out about the life in communism, from food rationing to the secret police. Last point will be the Revolution Square where a group of agitators plotted the end of Ceausescu's Regime.

Book our private transfer from Bucharest Otopeni airport or from your home/office Brasov City. Our driver will wait for you with a pick-up sheet right in front of the arrival terminal, if you're not able to find just give us a call.

We leave Bucharest in the morning from our starting point and drive to bulgarian border, Ruse. We’ll cross the Danube River and in approximately 1,5 hours we arrive at Basarbovo Monastery. This is cave monastery, bulgarian-orthodox founded in the Second Bulgarian Empire. Our next stop is at the famous city Veliko Tarnovo, a place with a history more than 5000 years. The focus point of this experience is Tsaravets Palace. This place served as a royal residence for the bulgarian emperors between 1185 and 1393 and was built on the ruins of a byzantine city. After we finish visiting this marvelous place we’ll get lost among the old streets of the city and we’ll have our traditional lunch.

A Day of Royalty, Mystery & Movie Magic Step into a world of kings, vampires, and Netflix fame on this unique 3-castle tour from Bucharest. Visit the stunning Peleș Castle, Romania’s royal masterpiece; explore the elegant Cantacuzino Castle, known worldwide as Nevermore Academy from Wednesday; and uncover the dark legends of Bran Castle, famously linked to Dracula. Travel in comfort with a professional guide, skip the long lines, and experience more than just sightseeing—this is a cinematic journey through Romania’s most iconic castles.

Would you like to understand what happened in the communist time in Romania? Join us in great adventure to meet one of the best guides in Romania specialized in communism history!

Learn more about dictator Nicolae Ceausescu, communism victims and 1989 Revolution. Visit the military base where the Ceausescu couple was executed, Revolution Square and Ceausescu's greatest creation - 'The House of the People'. A fascinating tour about communism victims, about the Dictator Nicolae Ceausescu's life and impact on Romania's history. You will be tracing the communist dictator's steps, seeing places where the Ceausescu couple had stayed to the place where they escaped before being captured and executed on Christmas Eve in 1989.

Enjoy a 4 hours private walking tour of Bucharest and discover the highlights of Romania's capital. The tour includes a walk on the iconic Victoriei Avenue, including the Atheneum and the Revolution Square, plus the Old Town, the University and 21st of December Squares, plus the Choral Temple. The tour ends in the communist civic center, in front of the Parliament.

Do you like tales, legends and travel? You can have it all in only one day trip from Bucharest. A walk in the past from one castle to another, where legends and true stories blend. Bran Castle, also known as the residence of the legendary Prince of Darkness, Dracula is a medieval fortification, a real landmark for our country. Cantacuzino Castle has a great architectural, historical, documentary and artistic value. And it's also known as The Nevermore Academy, being the set for the Netflix show Wednesday. The road itself to reach the place is a beautiful experience, sliding through the Carpathian mountains, Romanian plains and the oil fields. One last stop before heading back to Bucharest will be at the Snagov Lake. The grave of Vlad the Impaler (a.k.a. Dracula), was discovered in the Monastery Snagov.

Well, as unbelievable as that sounds, you can do it all, risk-free, in the biggest brown bear sanctuary in the world. That is why the Bear Sanctuary is one of the most sought-after natural tourist attractions in Romania for thousands of people around the globe, regardless of the season. If you think that this Transylvanian Medieval Tour is for you and your friends, it is the perfect occasion to book a trip. An unforgettable full-day tour from Bucharest to Bears Sanctuary, Dracula and Brasov.

Professional transfers with Small Car or Minivan to your Hotel (vacation rentals, points of interest) in Bucharest from Bucharest International Airport OTP (Henri Coanda)  ; OUR SERVICE GUARANTEES: • Discretion • Useful tips and information regarding any activities you have planned • Flexibility

At the Sinaia sky resort you could visit the Peles Castle,take pictures and try the local cuisine. Visiting the Dracula Castle is one off the most incredible things to do in Romania.For the next 2 hours you can take you're time with the mediavel surroundings. At the final stop in Brasov, you can visit the Black Church or you can take the Cable car up to the Brasov sign in the mount Tampa.

Nestled in the heart of Romania, Transylvania is a land that feels like it was plucked from the pages of a fairytale. With its misty mountains, medieval towns, and storybook villages, it’s a region that seduces travelers with both mystery and charm. Castles & Legends : Home to the iconic Bran Castle—often linked to Dracula lore—Transylvania is steeped in gothic romance and historical intrigue. Medieval Magic: Cities like Brașov and Sighișoara boast cobbled streets, fortified churches, and pastel-hued houses that echo centuries of Saxon, Hungarian, and Romanian heritage. Nature’s Playground: The Carpathian Mountains cradle ancient forests, glacial lakes, and wildlife like brown bears and lynxes. It’s one of Europe’s last great wildernesses. Slow Travel Bliss: In villages like Viscri and Biertan, time slows down. Horse-drawn carts, hand-painted houses, and homemade cheese offer a taste of rural authenticity.

Discover a Bucharest that's very much alive and constantly changing. From the belle époque, turn-of-the-century iconic Victory Avenue downtown also with some 1930s Manhattan influences to the new Civic Centre, a 1980s totalitarian utopia turned current dystopia dominated by the surroundings of the largest Parliament in the world, you get the full experience and the chance to understand this unforgiving city that many love to hate while uncovering hidden gems off the beaten path. Mandatory observations along the dedicated routes also come with exciting side information.