9 days in Romania Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Romania trip planner
Start: Pittsburgh
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Bucharest
— 1 night
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Arefu
— 1 night
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Sighisoara
— 1 night
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Saschiz
— 1 night
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Rupea
— 1 night
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Brasov
— 1 night
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Bran
— 1 night
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Targoviste
— 1 night
Drive to Henri Coandă International Airport, Fly to Pittsburgh
End: Pittsburgh
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Bucharest — 1 night
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The booming city of Bucharest is a sophisticated metropolis with a high contrast of old- and new-world architecture.Start off your visit on the 6th (Sun): admire the landmark architecture of Muzeul National al Satului "Dimitrie Gusti", then stroll around Herăstrău Park, then get a sense of history and politics at Palace of Parliament, and finally contemplate the long history of Stavropoleos Monastery.
To find other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Bucharest trip maker site.
Pittsburgh, USA to Bucharest is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from Pittsburgh to Bucharest due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Pittsburgh in August, expect nights in Bucharest to be about the same, around 60°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 88°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can go by car to Arefu.
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Arefu — 1 night
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Steeped in Dracula-flavored mythology, the small Romanian village of Arefu feels like it's stuck in time.Start off your visit on the 7th (Mon): delve into the distant past at Cetatea Poienari and then admire the engineering at Vidraru Dam.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Arefu trip itinerary planning site.
Traveling by car from Bucharest to Arefu takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from Bucharest in August, you will find days in Arefu are little chillier (83°F), and nights are about the same (57°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Sighisoara.
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Sighisoara — 1 night
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As a World Heritage Site, Sighisoara is visited mostly for its fortified Old Town surrounded entirely by city walls.Kick off your visit on the 8th (Tue): make a trip to Sighisoara Clock Tower, don't miss a visit to Casa Vlad Dracul, then examine the collection at Art & Crafts, and finally admire the striking features of Centrul Istoric Sighisoara.
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Traveling by car from Arefu to Sighisoara takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 84°F, and evening lows to 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Saschiz.
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Saschiz — 1 night
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Saschiz is a commune in Mureș County, Romania. Start off your visit on the 9th (Wed): make a trip to Peasant Citadel and then look for gifts at Pivnita Bunicii.
To find reviews and other tourist information, refer to the Saschiz travel itinerary planner.
Saschiz is just a short distance from Sighisoara. Expect a daytime high around 84°F in August, and nighttime lows around 56°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can go by car to Rupea.
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Saschiz is just a short distance from Sighisoara. Expect a daytime high around 84°F in August, and nighttime lows around 56°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can go by car to Rupea.
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Rupea — 1 night
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Rupea is a town in Brașov County in Transylvania, Romania. On the 10th (Thu), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Viscri Fortified Church.
For more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Rupea sightseeing planner.
Rupea is just a short distance from Saschiz. In August, daytime highs in Rupea are 84°F, while nighttime lows are 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Brasov.
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For more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Rupea sightseeing planner.
Rupea is just a short distance from Saschiz. In August, daytime highs in Rupea are 84°F, while nighttime lows are 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Brasov.
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Brasov — 1 night
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With the dramatic Carpathian Mountains as backdrop, Brasov is the largest city in a region of mountain resorts.Start off your visit on the 11th (Fri): hit the slopes at Poiana Brasov, then wander the streets of Brasov Historical Center, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Black Church (Biserica Neagra), and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Muntele Tampa.
For photos, maps, and tourist information, read our Brasov holiday builder.
Getting from Rupea to Brasov by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to drive to Bran.
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Bran — 1 night
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Bran is a commune in Brașov County, Romania. Start off your visit on the 12th (Sat): explore the galleries of Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), then see the interesting displays at Museum Medieval Bran, and then explore the historical opulence of Rasnov Citadel.
To find where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Bran trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Brasov to Bran takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Targoviste.
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To find where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Bran trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Brasov to Bran takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Targoviste.
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Targoviste — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 13th (Sun): stroll through Parcul Chindia.
To find other places to visit, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Targoviste trip planning tool.
Traveling by car from Bran to Targoviste takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train. Expect a daytime high around 87°F in August, and nighttime lows around 63°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Sun) to allow time for travel back home.
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To find other places to visit, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Targoviste trip planning tool.
Traveling by car from Bran to Targoviste takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train. Expect a daytime high around 87°F in August, and nighttime lows around 63°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Sun) to allow time for travel back home.
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Romania travel guide
An image of ancient architecture contrasted against a backdrop of vivdly green landscape represents the country of Romania, which features a diversity of landscape that has been largely undeveloped. With numerous mountain, valley, and lakeside resorts, an abundance of activities await outdoor enthusiasts. The other side of Romanian tourism is its impressive collection of ancient ruins, prehistoric fortresses, and medieval castles. Many of these date back to prehistoric times, the Ottoman Empire, and Austro-Hungarian rule, the influences of which are still apparent in preserved details. Tourism in Romania is not as prevalent as other countries, which this makes the travel experience here feel more authentic and awe-inspiring. Check out this simple but captivating country and discover its natural and historic beauty.
