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Halloween in Transylvania (Southbound)

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Tour Overview

Even without its bloodcurdling myths of Dracula, werewolves, haunted castles and curses, Romania is the perfect atmospheric place to spend an eight-day trip in October. You’ll be introduced to the beauty of ancient Bucharest, the haunting mythology of Sighisoara and the nostalgic atmosphere of Bran Castle (aka Dracula’s castle) in Brasov. Take a daytrip to the Hoia Forest, steeped in legend and ghost stories and dress up for a party after sundown with your fellow travellers. For a spine-tingling adventure this spooky season, don’t look past Transylvania... mwahahaha.

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Trip Code: WMSH

Start

Cluj Napoca

End

Bucharest

Destination

Romania

Meals

7 breakfasts, 0 dinners

Transport

Train, Private vehicle, Taxi, Public Bus

Accommodation

Hotel ( 7 nights)

Days

8

Max Group Size

Min 1 - Max 16

Min Age

15

Style

Originali

Physical

2i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Visit the 12th-century town of Sighisoara – the birthplace of Count Dracula (allegedly). Things are about to get medi-evil.

  • Break out your scariest costumes for a spooky Halloween party, where haunted tunes will echo through cobweb-covered corridors and lanterns will light up the foggy night.

  • Protect yourself against devils and demons with a visit to the Turda Salt Mines – a fascinating museum and underground amusement park showcasing the history of salt in the region.

  • Take a trip to the spooky Hoia Forest, known for ghost stories, UFO sightings, strange trees and questionable photos showing things unseen to the naked eye. You’ll meet with a local guide for a 3-hour hike packed with legends.

  • See the traditional Saxon village of Viscri for some traditional Romanian hospitality and some finger-licking home-cooked food.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

7 breakfasts, 0 dinners

Transport

Train, Private vehicle, Taxi, Public Bus

Accommodation

Hotel ( 7 nights)

Included activities

  • Transylvania - Halloween Party
  • Turda - Salt Mines Tour
  • Cluj Napoca - Walking Tour with Local Guide
  • Cluj Napoca - Hoia Forest Guided Trek
  • Viscri - Fortified Church

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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