4 days in Romania Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Romania trip planner
Start: Istanbul
Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, Shuttle to Brasov
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Brasov
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Bucharest
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Fly
End: Istanbul
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Brasov — 1 night
With the dramatic Carpathian Mountains as backdrop, Brasov is the largest city in a region of mountain resorts.Start off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, then see the interesting displays at Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), and then step into the grandiose world of Rasnov Citadel. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the historical opulence of Peles Castle, look for gifts at Drink Story Liquor Store, then hit the slopes at Poiana Brasov, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Black Church (Biserica Neagra).
To see ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Brasov trip planner.
Istanbul, Turkey to Brasov is an approximately 7.5-hour combination of flight and shuttle. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference moving from Turkey Time (TRT) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is minus 1 hour. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Bucharest.
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Bucharest — 2 nights
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The booming city of Bucharest is a sophisticated metropolis with a high contrast of old- and new-world architecture.On the 5th (Sun), browse the exhibits of Muzeul National al Satului "Dimitrie Gusti", then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then get a sense of history and politics at Palace of Parliament, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Stavropoleos Monastery. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 6th (Mon): get the lay of the land with Walking tours.
To find traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Bucharest trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Brasov to Bucharest by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. February in Bucharest sees daily highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can catch the flight 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.
