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Spend an unforgettable Halloween in Transylvania! Join this tour departing from Cluj-Napoca and discover the essential Dracula related highlights! Furthermore, have fun at two amazing parties. One of them takes place in Sighisoara Citadel, Dracula's birthplace.
This event is organized by our team and includes the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, performed as seen on Travel Channel. The second party takes place at Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's Castle thanks to Bram Stoker's novel.
3-Days Halloween in Transylvania - Highlights
Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel â a delicious traditional festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special programme including the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, Vampire Hunting show, magicians show and many dark surprises â find out the complete programme.
The Medieval Saxon Citadel of Sighisoara â Draculaâs birthplace, the best preserved medieval citadel in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Halloween Party on the grounds of Bran Castle â also known as Draculaâs Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377
Night visit to Bran Castle - decorated for Halloween and populated with glamorous witches (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides)
Festive dinner in Bran - including a costume contest
The Medieval Saxon city of Brasov â one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe.
Brief itinerary -Â Dracula Halloween tour TransylvaniaÂ
Day 1
The best Halloween party in Transylvania
Our experienced guide collects you from the centrally located Hotel Transylvania. Drive to Sighisoara Medieval Citadel, Draculaâs birthplace.
Stroll around the streets of the old citadel and then, at 8 PM, join us for the best Halloween in Transylvania event: our amazing party! Drink a shot of Romanian âwater of fireâ, delight yourself with a special three-course meal. Open bar available until 01.00 and you can order anything available without extra charge.
The highlight of this party is the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, performed according to old customs and traditions according to Transylvanian mythology.
Magicians are here with their witchery moments.
The Halloween Party in Sighisoara lasts until 02:00 am.
Day 2
Halloween in Transylvania - the biggest party in Transylvania -Â at Draculaâs Castle
In the morning, enjoy your breakfast and then depart for the Medieval Saxon city of Brasov. Enjoy a city tour and admire buildings such as the Black Church, the largest Gothic edifice in South Eastern Europe.
After that, head for Bran Village. Accommodate in a cozy 3* hotel.Â
At 6:00 PM join us for a Festive Halloween Dinner. Please wear your costume during the dinner; from here we will go directly to Bran Castle. Have fun on a unique night visit of the castle (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides).
After that, you are invited to the tent mounted on the grounds of the castle for the popular Bran Castle Halloween Party, aka Dracula's Castle Halloween Party from Transylvania.
Day 3 of this Halloween short break with Halloween party in Transylvania
Your Dracula Halloween tour Transylvania continues with a stop in Alba Iulia for a short walk into the Vauban style citadel. There is a very good medieval themed restaurant inside the citadel in the room where thy use to keep the canon gun powder and it could be a good option to stop here and have lunch. After that, drive to Cluj-Napoca. Our guide drops you off at  your hotel or at the airport for your return flight.
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Book your tour now!
Book our Halloween in Transylvania short break including the best parties in Transylvania now and discover Draculaâs legend! Join us and then have fun during 2 parties: one in Sighisoara Citadel and one organized by Bran Castle! We accept MasterCard and Visa on our on-line secure internet payment form.
- MasterCard and Visa via fax and phone.
- We also accept payments via PayPal and bank transfer.
- At the moment of booking we require an advance deposit in the amount of Euro 145/person. Once the advance deposit is registered with our accounts we issue a Confirmation Letter.
- Â The final payment is due 60 days prior to tour departure. Should the booking be made within 60 days prior to tour departure, entire tour cost is requested at the time of booking.
Departures:
Departure date | Price per person (2 persons to one double room) | Single traveler | Availability |
3 day tour. Departure from Hotel Transilvania, Cluj-Napoca, 10.00 am (GMT +02:00) | |||
October 31, 2025 | ⏠699 | ⏠799 | limited spaces |
October 30, 2026 | ⏠699 | ⏠799 | limited spaces |
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Departure Guaranteed
These tours are guaranteed to depart on the dates given, as we do not insist on a minimum number of bookings before departure.
Available for free if:
- You donât have a reflection in the mirror,
- You decompose when sunlight strikes you,
- Youâre over 200 years old,
- Can use your wings to fly to Transylvania,
Well, this holiday is free for you! Come join your fellow vampires in Transylvania:-) Blood treats not included! Other mentions
- Once you realize the price of good beer and wine you will probably not want to return to your country.
- People speak plenty of English in Romania and you will find the locals and the other tourists are friendly and open.
- No visa is required and you can get green card extension insurance from your insurer to cover Romania.
Map of the Halloween short break in Transylvania
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Media Mentions
Weâre pleased to say that Transylvania Live has recently garnered the attention of several publications and broadcasts more details here
Halloween tours in Transylvania on the national news
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Awarded 7-Days Halloween Tour Highlights:
Airlines with direct flights from UK to Cluj-Napoca
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Advice for British citizens traveling to Romania
According to British government most visits to Romania are trouble-free.
There were no cases of terrorism attacks in Romania but as the country is part of European Union terrorist attacks in Romania canât be ruled out.
If you need to contact the emergency services in Romania call 112.
If youâre abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact
the British embassy from Bucharest
24 Jules Michelet,  010463 Bucharest, RomaniaGeneral enquiries+40 (21) 201 7200
Consular enquiries+40 (21) 201 7351
Urgent assistance
If youâre in Romania and you need urgent help (for example, youâve been attacked, arrested or someone has died), call +40 (21) 201 7200.
If youâre in the UK and worried about a British national in Romania, call 020 7008 1500.
Get an emergency travel document
You can apply for an emergency travel document if youâre abroad and your passport has been lost or stolen, damaged or expired, and you canât get a new or replacement passport in time to travel.
You can apply online for an emergency travel document.
If the person needing the emergency travel document is under 16, a parent or guardian should apply on their behalf.
Safety and security for Transylvania travel
Crime
Maintain at least the same level of personal security awareness as in the UK. There is a risk of petty theft in large towns, especially Bucharest. Pickpockets and bag snatchers operate in crowded areas, particularly near exchange shops and hotels, on public transport (especially to the airport), in the main railway stations and inside airport terminals.
Organised attacks by groups can occur. The most common method by distracting victims while several people, often children, attempt to snatch watches and jewellery from pockets or from around the neck and wrist.
Valuables including passports have been stolen from hotel rooms. Use the hotel safe and carry a photocopy of the information pages of your passport as ID.
There have been reports of credit or debit cards being âcopiedâ when used for payment in some bars and restaurants.
Road travel
Licences and documents
If driving in Romania, make sure you have with you all documentation, including your full, valid driving licence, proof of insurance/green card (third party or above), proof of ID (passport) and proof of ownership (V5C Certificate).
If the UK leaves the EU with a deal, driving licence rules will stay the same until 31 December 2020.
If thereâs no deal, you will need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) to be able to drive in some European countries as a visitor after the UK has left. Check this guidance page for full information. You should also check guidance on driving in the EU after Brexit for information on other additional documents you may need to carry.
If youâre living in Romania, check the Living in Guide for information on requirements for residents.
Driving regulations Transylvania travel
Youâll need to pay a road toll âRovinietaâ to use the national roads. You can buy the vignette (sticker) at border points and at most petrol stations. The minimum cost is 3 euros for 7 days. Failure to display the sticker may lead to a heavy fine. You can find out more about prices by using the website Roviniete.ro.
Observe the speed limit at all times. Make sure your vehicle is roadworthy.
Itâs illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol. The drink drive limit is zero.
Carry the following equipment: first aid kit, fire extinguisher, red warning triangles and a fluorescent jacket.
If your vehicle is damaged before you arrive in Romania, ask a Romanian customs officer or police officer to write a report on the damage so that you have no problems when leaving. If any damage occurs inside the country, a report must be obtained at the scene of the accident.
Road safety
In 2018 there were 1,867 road deaths in Romania (source: Department for Transport). This equates to 9.6 road deaths per 100,000 of population, (witch is similar with USA) and compares to the UK average of 2.8 road deaths per 100,000 of population in 2018.
Road conditions are variable and secondary roads can be in a bad state of repair. Driving standards can be poor. Look out for double parked cars, people suddenly braking to avoid a pothole, horse-drawn carts, livestock and stray dogs, particularly in rural areas, running in front of the vehicle. Equip your car for extreme conditions in winter.
Local laws and customs âTransylvania travel
It is illegal to change money on the streets. You should change money only in recognised exchange shops, banks and hotels.
The Romanian authorities treat all drug-related and sex offences very seriously. The age of consent is 18. If you are convicted, you can expect a prison sentence.
Homosexuality has been legal in Romania since 1996. The country has made significant progress in LGBT rights legislation since 2000 including wideâranging anti-discriminatory laws, equalising the age of consent and laws against homophobic hate crimes.
Bucharestâs annual Pride, usually accompanied by a LGBT film and art festival, has grown in recent years and is gaining the support of more public figures. Since 2017, a Pride event has also been held in the city of Cluj. The country remains generally socially conservative resulting in the majority of LGBT people not being openly gay and there being very few gay bars or clubs in Bucharest or the other main cities. You can find local information on LGBT issues in Romania on the website of ACCEPT. See our information and advice page for the LGBT community before you travel.
Most airports and military bases will have signs prohibiting photography. Ask permission before photographing anything potentially sensitive (eg official buildings, police cars).
Passport validity
Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your Transylvania travel; you do not need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this.
Visas
If you hold a British Citizen passport, you donât need a visa to enter Romania.
Parental consent when travelling with minors
Some British nationals travelling with minors who hold Romanian citizenship (irrespective of whether they hold citizenship of other countries) are prevented from leaving the country without notarised parental consent from the minorâs non-travelling parent/s. While enforcement of this may vary at borders, British nationals travelling with minors who hold Romanian citizenship should obtain notarised parental consent before departure from Romania.
A list of the public notaries can be found on the website of the National Union of Public Notaries from Romania.
Healthcare
You should still get a free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before leaving the UK.
The EHIC entitles you to state provided medical treatment that may become necessary during your trip. Any treatment provided is on the same terms as Romanian nationals. If you donât have your EHIC with you or youâve lost it, you can call the Department of Health Overseas Healthcare Team (+44 191 218 1999) to get a Provisional Replacement Certificate.
The UK government has or is seeking agreements with countries on healthcare arrangements for UK nationals after the UK leaves the EU. The NHS website and this travel advice will be updated with further information on travelling to Romania as the circumstances change.
If you need emergency medical assistance during your trip, dial 112 and ask for an ambulance. If you are referred to a medical facility for treatment you should contact your insurance/medical assistance company immediately.
Money
Romania is increasingly a card economy. While a growing number of businesses do accept credit cards, it may be safer to use cash due to the risk of credit card fraud. There is now a large network of ATMs that accept standard international credit and debit cards. Check with your card provider whether you will be able to use these machines.
US dollars and sterling are not always easy to exchange for local currency, especially outside Bucharest. You may have difficulties using travellersâ cheques. Scottish and Northern Irish bank notes may not be accepted in banks and bureaux de change.
Before you travel abroad in Transylvania travel
- tell family and friends where youâre going and leave them your contact details, insurance policy details and itinerary. Store them securely online
- ensure you have access to funds to cover emergencies and unexpected delays. Take more than one means of payment with you (cash, debit card, credit card)
- find out if travellers cheques are appropriate for your destination and keep a separate record of their numbers
- invest in a good travel guide to help you plan your trip and consider using online travel forums for more detail about your destination
- check with your service provider to make sure your phone works abroad. Consider leaving your phoneâs IMEI number with a friend or family member, to help block or locate the phone if thereâs a problem
- if youâre going to be driving abroad, make sure your licence is current and valid and be aware of the driving laws in the country you are visiting
- if youâre travelling with children who are unaccompanied by one or both parents, check our guidance on permissions that you might need to get and check the policy of your airline or transport provider
When youâre abroad in Transylvania travel
- think about what you are doing at all times and trust your instincts. Donât take risks that you wouldnât in the UK
- donât openly display valuables such as mobile phones or digital cameras and consider using a padlock on suitcases or backpacks
- find out how to minimise your risk from terrorism and what to do if thereâs a terrorist attack
- find out about local customs and dress, behave accordingly and obey local laws. There may be serious penalties for breaking a law that might seem trivial at home
- be careful when taking photographs, videos or using binoculars. These activities may be misunderstood by local authorities, especially near military installations.
- store useful numbers on your phone such as the local police and the nearest British embassy or consulate
- whether youâre living abroad or visiting, be aware of the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning, just as you would in the UK; the âBe Alarmedâ campaign gives practical advice on how to stay safe and lists the symptoms to look out for
- if you intend to take part in any adventure sports or water sports during your trip, only use properly licensed and insured operators. Before taking part, make sure you fully understand the operating instructions and satisfy yourself that adequate safety precautions are in place
- check import regulations for food and plants before you attempt to bring them back to the UK
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In addition, visit Transylvaniaâs most beautiful castle â Corvinesti Castle. The entertaining programme is complemented by the relaxing 4* accommodation, a medieval fantasy with beds and the mouth-watering vampire dinner! We bet our 9 lives youâll love it. Direct flights from London to Cluj Napoca available. more»
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1 Day accommodation and Halloween Party at Bran Castle, starting from ⏠249 (code TRB.1RoHa)
Enjoy an unforgettable night tour of Bran Castle, meet the Wicked Fairies and get lost in their euphoric dance along with a glass of local red wine. Watch a horror movie projection and feel amazing being part of a great and dynamic Halloween After Party in the grounds of Bran Castle until 4:00 am.
Accommodate in a 3* hotel near Bran Castle. Enjoy a traditional dinner and then explore Bran Castle, Transylvaniaâs symbol. Experience the edificeâs unique charm and immerse yourselves in the myth Bram Stoker created around Dracula.
Please check your itinerary below:
Itineraries
Day 1
Cluj-Napoca â Sighisoara (150 km , 2h 30 min driving)
10:00 AM Sighisoara citadel, courtesy of Romanian Tourism Ministry. Welcome to Transylvania! Our English speaking guide collects you from Hotel Transilvania, centrally located in Cluj-Napoca. Continue your journey with Sighisoara Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded by Saxons during the 12th century, Sighisoara still stands as one of Europeâs most beautiful inhabited fortified citadels. Sighisoara is also the place where Vlad the Impaler, also known as Dracula, was born.
Optional 1: Visit one of the biggest saline in Romania , the Salt Mines of Turda, with impressive halls named after kings and queens.
Optional 2 : You can even enjoy lunch in the very house where Vlad the Impaler was born, turned today into a cosy restaurant â âCasa Vlad Draculâ Restaurant.
20:00 - 02:00 Get ready then for the Halloween Party: a delicious traditional Romanian festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special program including the Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead, Vampiresa Hunting and many dark surprises. The Halloween Party lasts until 02:00 AM.
If you survive youâll find refugee in a 3* hotel located in the very heart of the medieval citadel.
Day 2
Sighisoara - Brasov â Bran (145 km, 2h , 20 min driving)
Your next stop is the Medieval Saxon City of Brasov, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, home to the impressive Black Church, the largest gothic edifice in Southeastern Europe.
Explore today Transylvaniaâs symbol, Bran Castle. It owes its fame both to its unique charm and to the myth Bram Stoker created around Dracula. The impressive edifice dates back to 1377. Queen Maria of Romania, the niece of Queen Victoria of Great Britain turned the castle into a beautiful summer residence. Cheese tasting is strongly recommended as the village is renowned for the delicious homemade traditional cheese assortments produced here. The ones smoked in pine tree bark are particularly delicious.
19:30 The ultimate Halloween Party at the Bran Castle â also known as Draculaâs Castle! Enjoy an unforgettable night tour of Bran Castle decorated for Halloween and populated with wicked ferries and nice witches (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides). Around 21:00, attend the Halloween Party, until 04:00 am, on the grounds of Bran Castle
Day 3
Bran â Turda - Cluj-Napoca (293 km, 4h 50 min driving)
Transfer to Cluj Napoca for the return flight. The tour ends around 8:00 pm.
* Please have in mind that accommodation for the last day of the tour is not included.
Hotel drop off included.
Tour leader
The services of a professionally trained English speaking guide.Â
Accommodation
2 nights in a 3* hotel
Due to the fact that some of the hotels are functioning in historic buildings located in the center of citadels or in the old town centers, please have in mind that these hotels do not have a lift (elevator). We recommend to pack light.
Meals
2 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- Festive Halloween dinner in Sighisoara including: Buffet Dinner, Open Bar between 20:00-01:00, dessert: Sweets Bar
- 3 course dinner in Bran
Transportation
Entire land transfers based on standard European car, microbus, coach, depending upon the number of travellers.
- Pick up: Hotel Transilvania from Cluj-Napoca on first day of the tour, 10 AM (GMT+2)
- Drop-off: Hotel Transilvania on the last day of the tour, around 8:00 pm, (GMT+2)
Entry fees to the following tourist attractions
Bran Castle, Clock Tower in Sighisoara
Special Events
Halloween Party Programme in Sighisoara (Including: The Ritual of Killing of a living dead, Vampiresa Hunting), lasting between 20:00 and 02:00 am.
Halloween Party at the Bran Castle includes: night tour of Bran Castle decorated for Halloween and populated with wicked ferries and nice witches (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides). Around 21:00, attend the best Halloween Party, until 04:00 am, on the grounds of Bran Castle
*Please have in mind that Halloween Party at Bran Castle is organized by administration of Bran Castle. Transylvania Live is not responsible for the content of the program/ changingâs, organizing manner or even cancelation.
**Please be cautious if you suffer from claustrophobia, are sensitive to intermittent lights and loud noises! Also, please consider the low temperatures and the fact that the stairs and alleyways can be slippery. For your safety, please listen to the instructions of the Castle's personnel.
- Plane ticket
- Airport fees
- Photo & video tax
- Accommodation in the last day of the tour
- Other not mentioned.
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Reservations are required. We recommend booking early as tours are often sold out well in advance. You can make a reservations on-line. In case of making reservations by phone please call toll-free: 808 101 6781 (UK); 866 376 6183 (US).
You can also make reservations by fax - download and complete the booking form and send it by fax to: 0040-364-405641 or by e-mail!
We require an advance deposit in the amount of Euro 145/person. When you make the reservation online you will be required to pay the deposit. You will receive an automatic response with your Holiday Booking Reference. Once the advance deposit is registered with our accounts we proceed with the reservation for the requested services and issue the Confirmation Letter + Paid Invoice.
The final payment is due 60 days prior departure. ( After the final payment is made we will issue Travel Voucher). Should the booking be made within 60 days prior to tour departure, entire tour cost is requested at the time of booking. To read Transylvania Liveâs Terms and Conditions, please visit us on line at: https://www.visit-transylvania.co.uk/terms.html .
The client is at all time entitled to cancel the Travel Contract, but must pay Transylvania Live - Expert in Transylvania a cancellation charge as stipulated below: 89 days or more prior to departure 90 EURO per person / per tour cancellation fee; 88â61 days, loss of deposit. 60â31 days will be subject to 50% of tour price; 30 days or less will be subject to 100% of tour price.
Please check with the airline company for limitations. Anyway is good to pack light, some of the hotels â historical buildings do not have elevators.
Our tours include the services of English-speaking guides. Other languages speaking guides are also available.
We can design an itinerary at a time that suits you, to your own comfort levels and within your own budget. Please send your request by e-mail.
Most of our tours operate with minimum 2 persons, especially private tours. Please check the information for every listed tour on our website for the minimum required number of persons.
The tour has a general audience as it targets people interested in history, culture, customs and beliefs. Group size can be between 4-26 people. Transylvania Live is member of the responsible travel network and we are committed to operating a travel policy that is supportive of local economies, cultures and the environment. We operate our tours with small groups in order to minimise the negative impact on the environment and allow our guests to interact more easily with the locals, facilitate the communication with the guide. The average age of group is, most of the time, between 35-45.
The tour has a general audience as it targets people interested in history, culture, customs and beliefs. Group size can be between 4-26 people. Transylvania Live is member of the responsible travel network and we are committed to operating a travel policy that is supportive of local economies, cultures and the environment. We operate our tours with small groups in order to minimise the negative impact on the environment and allow our guests to interact more easily with the locals, facilitate the communication with the guide. The average age of group is, most of the time, between 35-45.
We do not provide individual tickets for rail, air, boat or ferry.
A minimum age of 8 years is required on non-family programs, unless otherwise indicated on the individual tour page. A client under 18 years of age and travelling alone during the tour period shall provide Transylvania Live with written consent of his/her guardian. Clients under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
If you pay on-line using our secure internet booking form your credit card can hold any type of currency, the amount of money to be taken will be exchanged in EURO by your bank at their rate.
We accept USD and EURO for offline credit card payment and wire transfer.
We only accept VISA and MasterCard. Please select only these two types of credit cards for the online payment.
Yes, depending on the number of your group. Contact us
On-line bookings and payments are processed by Romcard, authorized agent for Mastercard and Visa in Romania and secured by Rapid SSL , the leading secure sockets layer (SSL) Certificate Authority enabling secure e-commerce and communications for Web sites. As a tour operator we are governed by the consumer and financial regulations of Romania and of the European Union. Romaniaâs legislation compels tour operators to protect tourists in case of insolvency.
If you pay on-line using our secure internet booking form your credit card can hold any type of currency, the amount of money to be taken will be exchanged in EURO by your bank at their rate. We accept USD and EURO for offline credit card payment and wire transfer.
In case weâll have a full house situation at one of the hotels, an accommodation of an equal classification or better will be booked for you. In case of closed roads due to bad weather, working situations or dangerous weather conditions the itinerary could suffer changes.
If you follow our recommendation on How to arrive (heading found for any of our holidays at the Special notes and info section at the end of the tour page. Our guide will expect you with a Transylvania Live sign. In the unfortunate case of a flight being lost or delayed and prevent you in this way from getting to your meting point in good time, please call 0040 723 565 255.
Yes, we do offer discounts provided they travel as a group. Contact us!
Yes, depending on the number of your group. Contact us
A welcoming country house, not necessarily decorated in a peasant like style; youâll stay under the same roof with your Romanian host! In most cases dinner and breakfast are included, and rates are based on two guests per room. They offer one bathroom for two rooms; the bathroom can be situated on the hallway.
Staying at a âtraditional Maramuresean country-innâ or âa typical Hungarian-Sekler country-innâ will prove to be an unique experience.
On-line bookings and payments are processed by Romcard, authorized agent for Mastercard and Visa in Romania and secured by Rapid SSL , the leading secure sockets layer (SSL) Certificate Authority enabling secure e-commerce and communications for Web sites. As a tour operator we are governed by the consumer and financial regulations of Romania and of the European Union. Romaniaâs legislation compels tour operators to protect tourists in case of insolvency.
American citizens do not require a visa for Romania (Romania is a member of the European Union so it shares the same legal legislation â a passport is all you need)
To check the list of the countries that require a visa please see the web site page of the Romanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs at www.mae.ro.
Romanian currency is Lei (written symbol Ron). All the places in Romania trade lei (pronunciation: lay). You can bring some of the local currency from USA or you can change here the amount of money you need (advisable due to the lower exchange rate). Credit cards are accepted in large hotels, restaurants and malls. ATM machines are available at banks, airports and shopping centers all over the country. (except in remote areas or villages). Foreign currencies may be exchanged at banks or authorized exchange offices. International airports and larger hotels also offer currency exchange services. The tour guide is also responsible for helping clients with money exchange; recommend the exchange offices which charge the lowest commission.
Our prices include the online secure payment commissions. However depending on your bank some commissions may occur for international money transfer. Please check with your bank!
ATMs are available in all the cities; near by hotels, our guide will come with good advice and recommendations.
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In Romania electric power in use is of 220 voltages, AC, usually 2 pronged.
Romania enjoys warm summers and cold winters. In summer, cool cottons are best and in the winter a warm jacket or alike is recommended. Autumn is dry and cool, with fields and trees producing beautifully colored foliage. The weather in October-November is very unpredictable, with daytime temperatures between 6°-17° Celsius (42.80 - 62.60 Fahrenheit), and night time temperatures between 3° - 10°Celsius (37.40 - 50 Fahrenheit); but it is very much possible that you will see some snowfall especially in the mountain areas.
Romanian time is EET (Eastern European Time, two hours ahead of GMT, seven hours ahead of New York and ten hours ahead of Los Angeles. Check right now what time is in Bucharest, the capital city of Romania: https://time.is/Bucharest
The dress code in Romania is the same as all over Europe (think France, Germany, UK or Italy). Wearing jeans, t-shirts/sweatshirts and athletic shoes is standard casual in Romanian. Plenty of designersâ shops are to be found in major cities: Bucharest, Cluj, Brasov, Sibiu, where people are a bit too pretentious when it comes to their outfits. Dorobanti Boulevard in Bucharest can easily be compared to Chaps Elysees in Paris when it comes to âfashionistsâ (costs are similar too). The malls are well supplied with designersâ clothes and with respect to the prices, a great deal of our clients found the Romanian costs to be more acceptable then the ones in US.
With regards to the restaurantsâ dress code, something casual is sufficient. You can wear whatever you would wear at home.
To satisfy dress codes for churches and monasteries, men and women are requested to cover their arms and legs (no shorts above the knees or sleeveless garments).
Julie Sweet -Southampton– :
We always do something for Halloween.
This year was my husbands 50th He had no idea where I was taking him.
So was pleasantly surprised to land in Romania.
We felt safe with our host.
Alin, the guide from Transylvania Live, was informative and humorous, looking after us extremely well.
Our travel companions turned out to be excellent company too.
The tour was planned well with lovely accommodation and great partyâs.
We found Transylvania warm, friendly with a rustic charm.
Canât wait to go back and ride the mountain roads for ourselves. (They do motorcycle trips too)
David Hamm, Hampshire– :
Iâve just got back from doing the three day Dracula tour, it was superb!
The tour and our guide, Alin, could not have been any better.
This will be highly recommend to my friends and hopefully one day I will be back to do it again.
Daniel Hanes / Morrison Travel, www.morrisontravel.com– :
The reason I missed the plane is because we were having too much fun, if youâre going to miss a plane that is the best reason ?
I thoroughly enjoyed the entire trip and look forward to recommending it to our clients.
The accommodation were very nice and in great locations.
Alin and Rocco were amazing, helpful and just really great guys to be with; the sights we went to were interesting and on top of that we lucked out with a great group, it couldnât have been any better!
I hope to be I touch soon and you never know, I may be back next year.
Vicky V. â Essex– :
I wanted to say that I had a FANTASTIC time with your company!
I loved every minute!
It was so well organized; Alin and you are both lovely people.
I was surprised at how much I loved Romania (it was more beautiful than I imagined!)
Thank you so much!
Quin Marshal– :
Yes, I had a blast, and I thought everything you guys arranged was fantastic.
I really enjoyed it.
I would just liked to have had more time to get ready for the parties. But, other than that, I think everything was great!
Thanks so much for the experience of a lifetime!
Peter Fricker– :
In our three days with Transylvania Live we: saw the Carpathian Mountains and hours of absolutely stunning countryside scenery; made new friends; learned the history of places & people all around Transylvania from our incredibly knowledgeable & personable tour guide, Alin; and this was just what we did from the comfort of our lovely bus!
Other activities included visiting the Salt Mines at Turda which was fascinating; eating lunch surrounded by great theming at The Hunter Prince restaurant; seeing the famous Black Church in Brasov; visiting âDraculaâsâ Castle at night & then partying in the grounds, investigated the markets & a haunted fun house there in Bran the next day; enjoying beautiful views of Rupea as we walked around the citadel towering above; walked through a huge cemetery & up a clock tower in another citadel, in Sighisoara; and attended a private Halloween party.
The Halloween party was the highlight of the tour for us. Not only was it fun dressing up and relaxing away from the bus, but there was plenty of entertainment & we were well fed. All of the entertainment was well suited to the occasion, the ritual killing was actually one of the weirdest things weâve ever taken part in (and we can be quite weird), we loved it!
The tour staff at the party looked after us very well, including us & cheering us on while dancing, nobody was left out.
They took pictures with & for us and the competitions were great fun.
Getting print outs on the night from the selfie booth was a great way of making sure we all had at least one decent photo of ourselves.
We wonât ruin the surprise for future visitors, but there were a number of little touches that someone out there put a lot of work into and we really appreciated the time & effort afforded there, it really added to the fun atmosphere in an already amazing setting.
We didnât have quite as much time as weâd hoped to get ready for the Friday night party (mainly due to traffic making us late), but we just about managed so it wasnât a complete disaster and it certainly wasnât something that would put us off booking this holiday again.
Though perhaps we might start our make-up on the bus next time!
In fact the only thing that could put us off is that no party will ever be able to live up to the standard we experienced here.
We all agreed the private Halloween party was the best night out weâve ever had!
In terms of negatives, this is really all we have been able to come up with.
We thoroughly enjoyed this holiday.
Our daughter was the only child on the trip as itâs not really recommended as a âkidsâ holiday, but she is very mature 12 year old so coped with everything just fine & got on really well with everyone she chatted to.
Nobody talked down to her & she felt like she was being treated as another adult, which added to the experience for her.
This little 3 day tour was a great way to try out a more inclusive / package type of holiday that weâre not used to, weâve never been part of a tour group before, but we had a such a great experience with Transylvania Live that we would definitely book again and for longer now that we know what to expect.
If youâre thinking of going to Romania then we highly recommend you book a tour with Transylvania Live, they made it so easy to enjoy.
Big âTHANK YOU!â to everyone who made this holiday so special!