Romania Unveiled with Dacre Stoker

2200 €

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Rumänien

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2-6 juni 2026

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Engelska

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Romania Unveiled with Dacre Stoker

5 days

Day 1

Bucharest + Stoker Wines

Kick off the adventure in the morning together with your local guide, Nora Vintila, during a combined walking and panoramic bus tour of Bucharest. Get a concise overview of Romanian history, from Vlad the Impaler to dictator Ceausescu, to discover how this country became a crossroads of Eastern and Western culture.

Next, you will travel to Ceptura in the Dealu Mare wine region at the foothill of the Carpathians. Along with a light lunch and a fascinating wine tasting at one of the most renowned vineyards of Ceptura, we explore the history of Romanian wine. The afternoon continues with a visit to the cellars of Stoker Wines. Later, we will check in and have dinner at a charming vineyard manor.

• Accommodation: 4* hotel in the wine region.

Day 2

Bran Castle + Peles Castle

Travel from Ceptura towards Transylvania to explore its legendary castles. Your first stop is the royal Peles Castle, right where Wallachia borders "the land beyond the forest." A delicious lunch is served at a nearby restaurant.

In the afternoon, enjoy an exclusive guided visit to the iconic Bran Castle, known as Dracula's Castle for reasons that your tour host, Dacre Stoker, will reveal to you. The castle was built in 1377 and restored by Queen Marie of Romania in the 1920s. You are welcomed at a quaint boutique hotel, within walking distance from the castle.

The day concludes with an exclusive presentation by Dacre: "Stoker on Stoker," and a delectable dinner.

• Accommodation: 4* hotel in Bran.

Day 3

Brasov + Country Life

Wander through the enchanting streets of Brasov, led by Nora, who will reveal the local legend of Kathrina Siegel, alleged mistress of Vlad Tepes. Lunch is served in an iconic setting of the town.

The adventure continues as you explore an incredibly well-preserved fortified church, a medieval structure built to protect against invaders. We experience the ancestral country life in Viscri, a Transylvanian village that charmed King Charles III so much that he purchased a little traditional house here back in 2006. Dinner is served at a local inn in the village.

At dusk, we leave towards the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage city of Sighisoara. We spend the night in a historical hotel close to the medieval walls of the city.

• Accommodation: 3* hotel in Sighisoara, in a historical heritage building.

Day 4

UNESCO Citadel Sighisoara + Sibiu

Today, Nora will take you through the hidden paths of the colorful streets of Sighisoara. This isn't your average historical tour. You'll explore the fascinating connections that link Sighisoara to some of the world's most enduring tales and even modern-day science. As we wind through the city's crooked alleys, you'll hear about the real-life inspirations for the Brothers Grimm's dark fairytales. For lunch, we gather at the very house where Vlad Dracula is said to have been born.

In the afternoon, you leave Sighisoara and continue your adventure through Weinland, the region where settlers from the Rhine and Moselle areas brought their ancient vine tradition from the early 13th century. 

We explore Sibiu, a town brimming with captivating history. Enjoy the majestic architecture, from the Large and Small Squares to the legendary Bridge of Lies.

With Dacre and Nora, you’ll dive into the life of Emily Gerard, a literary trailblazer who once lived here. It was within these very streets that she wrote tales of Transylvania's superstitions, coining the term "Nosferatu," which provided much of the dark folklore for Bram Stoker's Dracula.

Hermannstadt is famously called the "Town of a Thousand Eyes," a place where the unique dormer windows on the rooftops stare back at you from every angle.

The adventure rounds up at Reichau Inn with a relaxing evening under the stars, complete with a cozy bonfire, an atmospheric guitar recital, and readings of contemporary vampire stories.

• Accommodation: Local inn with the comfort of a 4* hotel (Reichau).

Day 5

La Revedere!

Enjoy the delicious breakfast offered by Reichau Inn, based on ingredients sourced from their nearby garden. Relax in the pool area, visit the salt room and check out later on at your own pace or according to your flight schedule. Upon request, we can assist you with booking your a transfer to the airport.