8 days in Transylvania Itinerary

With the dramatic Carpathian Mountains as backdrop, Brasov is the largest city in a region of mountain resorts.

When in Brasov, make a side trip to see Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle) in Bran, approximately Bran away. There's still lots to do: hit the slopes at Poiana Brasov, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Muntele Tampa, take in the spiritual surroundings of Black Church (Biserica Neagra), and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

To see other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Brasov route builder website.

Bucharest to Brasov is an approximately 3-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Sighisoara.

As a World Heritage Site, Sighisoara is visited mostly for its fortified Old Town surrounded entirely by city walls.

On the 4th (Sat), make a trip to Sighisoara Clock Tower, then get a taste of the local shopping with The Dracula Investigation, then admire the striking features of Centrul Istoric Sighisoara, and finally take in the pleasant sights at Scara Acoperita-Covered Stairway.

To find other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, use the Sighisoara trip planner.

You can drive from Brasov to Sighisoara in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 14°C, and evening lows to -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to drive to Sibiu.

Reminiscent of the height of the bourgeoisie and retaining much of its medieval architecture, Sibiu is Romania's cultural gem.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sun): take in the views from Bridge of Lies, then take in panoramic vistas at Turnul Sfatului (The Tower of the Council), then make a trip to Big Square (Piata Mare), and finally see the interesting displays at Brukenthal National Museum.

For where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, read our Sibiu trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Sighisoara to Sibiu in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in March, and nighttime lows around 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Timisoara.

Timișoara is the capital city of Timiș County, and the main social, economic and cultural centre in western Romania.The third most populous city in the country, with 319,279 inhabitants as of the 2011 census, Timișoara is the informal capital city of the historical region of Banat. Timisoara is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Piata Victoriei, appreciate the history behind Timisoara Historical Center, pause for some serene contemplation at Timisoara Orthodox Cathedral, and admire the landmark architecture of The Palace of the Serbian Episcopacy.

For where to stay, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read our Timisoara online attractions planner.

You can drive from Sibiu to Timisoara in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Timisoara can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly back home.