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Day 1: UK to Predeal D Depart the UK on your flight to Bucharest. On arrival you’ll be transferred to Predeal for a dinner at your hotel before resting for the evening. Day 2: Predeal to Piatra Neamt B Today you’ll be travelling to Piatra Neamt, stopping enroute to see the impressive UNESCO-listed Saxon centres of Prejmer and Viscri. With 40ft high walls and well-preserved bastions and drawbridges, you can see how it was besieged 50 times and only captured once! Next visit Szekeli Museum, one of the oldest in central Europe and home to the history of the Hungarians in Transylvania. Continue to Piatra Neamt a charming destination with a rich history and beautiful natural setting. Day 3: Piatra Neamt B Visit the painted monasteries of Voroneț and Agapia, along with the Museum of Folk Art at Târpești. Begin at Voroneț Monastery, marveling at its iconic blue frescoes. Then, venture to Agapia Monastery for spiritual tranquility amidst lush surroundings. In the afternoon delve into the rich cultural tapestry at the Museum of Folk Art at Târpești, showcasing traditional crafts and artifacts. Day 4: Piatra Neamt to Sighisoara B Begin your journey to Sighisoara via the breathtaking passageway of The Red Lake and Bicaz Gorge which divide the Romanian provinces of Moldova and Transylvania. Admire the views as you pass through these spectacular canyons. Continue on to Sighisoara where you’ll have time to explore the cobbled streets of one of Europe’s oldest citadels. The first thing you’ll notice is the riot of colour, with buildings painted in bright oranges, yellows, blues and pinks creating a dazzling canvas. It has a colourful history too, being the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. The 14th century Clock Tower offers a spectacular panorama from the top and a covered stairway leads to the ‘Church on the Hill’, a fine example of Gothic architecture. Day 5: Sighisoara to Sibiu B Delve into the subterranean wonders of Turda Salt Mine, marveling at its awe-inspiring chambers and underground lake before visiting Alba Iulia, where centuries of history unfold amidst its majestic fortress and baroque architecture. Continue on to Sibiu. Day 6 Sibiu B Explore the cultural capital of Transylvania as you stroll through the picturesque squares and cobblestone streets of this charming medieval city. Enjoy the architectural wonders of the Old Town, adorned with pastel-coloured houses and Baroque buildings. Discover the rich history and Discover the intricate beauty of Romania’s culture and the rugged landscapes of its countryside, from imposing medieval citadels and iconic castles to the hidden subterranean marvels of the Turda Salt Mines and the stunning painted frescos of the country’s monasteries. What you’ll see  Explore the medieval citadel of Sighisoara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999  Discover the beautiful city of Sibiu – known as Romania’s ‘Capital of Culture’  Witness the stunning facades of Romania’s painted monasteries  Find out about the coloured history of Bran castle – made famous through the legend of Dracula  Enjoy a relaxed walking tour of Bucharest, visiting its old town and Romania’s national art gallery  Delve into the earth to discover the secret underworld of the Turda Saltmine NEW Grand Tour of Romania Sinaia THIS TOUR EXPLORE 128  Europe Hundreds of escorted tours are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk