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From Brasov: Hidden Gems of Transylvania & Sighisoara

By MRK DRIVE SRL
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €154 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Visit Sighisoara, one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval towns (UNESCO site)
  • Discover the unique Emerald Lake & Racos volcanic landscapes
  • Explore Rupea Fortress with panoramic views over Transylvania
  • Enjoy a private and flexible experience at your own pace
  • Combine iconic sights with less crowded, hidden locations

Activity location

    • Brasov
    • Brasov, Județul Brașov, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Brasov
    • Brasov, Județul Brașov, Romania

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Racos, Emerald Lake & Rupea – Half-Day Trip

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Explore Racos Volcano, Emerald Lake and basalt columns, then visit Rupea Fortress. A relaxing half-day tour with stunning landscapes, history and all tickets included.

Language options: English
Price details
€154.22 x 1 Adult€154.22
Total
Price is €154.22

Sighisoara Medieval City – Day Trip

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

This option includes a day trip exclusively to Sighișoara. The itinerary focuses only on the medieval citadel, offering free time to explore the old town, main squares, towers, and historic streets at a relaxed pace.

Language options: English
Starting time: 08:45
Price details
€179.35 x 1 Adult€179.35
Total
Price is €179.35

Sighisoara, Racos & Rupea – Full-Day Experience

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Enjoy a full-day experience including Sighisoara, Racos Volcano, Emerald Lake and Rupea Fortress. Perfect mix of nature, history and scenic views, with all tickets included.

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€215.26 x 1 Adult€215.26
Total
Price is €215.26

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return transport in a premium Ford Mondeo Hybrid (2020)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Rupea Fortress
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Racoș Volcano
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Emerald Lake
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Sighișoara
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Complimentary bottled still water (one per person)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fees to attractions (paid on site)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Smoking in the vehicle
  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

Discover Sighisoara, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe, combined with some of Transylvania’s most unique hidden landscapes in one unforgettable day trip from Brasov.

This private experience is designed for travellers who want more than a classic sightseeing tour — blending history, nature, and scenic countryside into a relaxed, well-balanced itinerary without crowds or rushed schedules.

Your journey begins in the unique natural area of Racos, where you will explore fascinating volcanic formations and visit the famous Emerald Lake, known for its intense colours and surreal landscape. This is one of the most photogenic and lesser-known places in Romania.

Continue to Rupea Fortress, one of Transylvania’s oldest and most impressive hilltop fortresses. Enjoy panoramic views and explore its historic walls at your own pace.

The experience ends in Sighisoara, a UNESCO-listed medieval citadel and one of the most beautiful towns in Eastern Europe. You will have free time to explore the cobbled streets, visit the Clock Tower area, enjoy local shops, or relax with lunch at your own pace.

What makes this tour special
Visit Sighisoara, one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval towns (UNESCO site)
Discover the unique Emerald Lake & volcanic landscapes
Explore Rupea Fortress with panoramic views
Enjoy a private, flexible experience at your own pace
Combine iconic landmarks with authentic hidden places
Itinerary

Racos Volcano & Emerald Lake
Start your day exploring a unique volcanic area with striking geological formations and visit the famous Emerald Lake. Enjoy easy walks and some of the most photogenic landscapes in Transylvania.

Rupea Fortress
Continue to one of Transylvania’s oldest hilltop fortresses. Take in panoramic views and explore its historic walls while learning about the region’s past.

Sighisoara
End the experience in the medieval citadel of Sighisoara. Enjoy free time to walk through its cobbled streets, visit the Clock Tower area, explore local shops, or have lunch at your own pace.

This tour is ideal for travellers seeking authentic landscapes, memorable photo locations, and a perfect mix of history and nature — all in one relaxed and private experience.

Location

Activity location

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    • Brasov
    • Brasov, Județul Brașov, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Brasov
    • Brasov, Județul Brașov, Romania