Morning: Flight arrival at Henri Coandă International Airport, transfer to the Sheraton Bucharest Hotel for check‑in and a brief rest.
Afternoon: Light walk around the hotel district, enjoy a welcome lunch at the hotel’s rooftop restaurant with views of Herastrau Park.
Evening: Stroll through the lively Old Town (Lipscani), sampling local dishes and drinks at a traditional tavern.
Find HotelsMorning: Guided tour of the monumental Palace of the Parliament, followed by a visit to the nearby Romanian Athenaeum.
Afternoon: Explore the open‑air Village Museum in Herastrau Park, then relax with a coffee beside the lake.
Evening: Dinner in the historic Caru’ cu Bere brewery, followed by a nightcap at a rooftop bar overlooking the city.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early for a scenic drive to Bran Castle, the famed “Dracula’s Castle,” with a guided tour.
Afternoon: Continue to Rasnov Fortress for panoramic views, then enjoy a traditional lunch in the mountain village.
Evening: Return to Bucharest, unwind at the hotel and optionally visit a local jazz club.
Find HotelsMorning: Private transfer to Sibiu, passing through picturesque countryside; check‑in at a boutique hotel in the historic centre.
Afternoon: Guided walk through Big Square (Piaţa Mare), admiring the Brukenthal National Museum and the Council Tower.
Evening: Dinner at a Saxon‑style restaurant, tasting dishes like sarmale and papanași.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the Brukenthal Museum to see European art collections, followed by a coffee at a café on Little Square (Piaţa Mică).
Afternoon: Explore the historic suburbs of the Lower Town, including the Evangelical Cathedral and the old city walls.
Evening: Attend a folk music performance in a local cultural centre, then stroll along the illuminated streets.
Find HotelsMorning: Transfer to Brasov, check‑in, then walk to the iconic Black Church and the Council Square.
Afternoon: Take the cable car up Tampa Mountain for stunning city views, followed by a light lunch at the mountain restaurant.
Evening: Return to the old town for dinner, sampling local pork dishes and enjoying the vibrant nightlife.
Find HotelsMorning: Scenic drive back to Bucharest, with a brief stop at Peles Castle in Sinaia for a quick tour.
Afternoon: Last‑minute shopping on Victoriei Avenue boutiques, followed by a farewell lunch.
Evening: Transfer to the airport for the departure flight.
Find HotelsTotal Estimated Cost: $527
To extend your stay, consider adding a day in the Danube Delta for wildlife tours or a weekend in the coastal town of Constanța. If you need to shorten the trip, you can skip the Brasov day and combine Sibiu with the return to Bucharest, saving both travel time and accommodation costs.