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Transylvania Express: On the road in the land of Count Dracula
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Transylvania Express: On the road in the land of Count Dracula
29 Oct
02 Nov
$ 641
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Nature and adventure
70%Relax
30%Monuments and history
50%City and cultures
70%Party and nightlife
30%The trip in a nutshell
This is a trip designed and created entirely by an expert WeRoad Coordinator. The Coordinator takes care of the entire trip: from defining the itinerary to selecting accommodations and on-site experiences. Through WeRoad you can book the trip and manage it in your personal area, like any other WeRoad.
Transylvania is more than just Dracula - it's a land of fairy-tale castles, medieval towns, lush forests, and warm hospitality. Our journey starts in Bucharest and takes us through some of Romania’s most iconic spots: the royal Peles Castle, the legendary Bran Castle (aka Dracula’s Castle), and the charming medieval cities of Brasov, Sighișoara, and Sibiu.
We’ll explore fortified villages, visit Europe’s largest bear sanctuary, and descend into the surreal underground world of Salina Turda. Along the way: hearty food, local folklore, and even a drive on the breathtaking Transfăgărășan Highway.
This is a road trip packed with nature, history, and adventure - Transylvania like you've never seen it before.
Travel mood
This itinerary is a mix of all our moods, a destination to be discovered, a full immersion in a new culture, and the perfect travel companions to share all this.
accommodation: we will change hotels almost every day
backpack mandatory
Physical effort
This itinerary has a LOW level of physical effort and the pace of the trip is to be considered relaxed. If planned, the journeys are short (maximum 3 hours); the excursions are accessible to everyone and do not require physical preparation. We will travel on foot to explore some of the destination!
What do you need to go to Romania?
Please visit your country's official government website to find out the necessary requirements for entering the country of destination
Meeting and greetings
This trip starts and ends in Bucharest . On the first day of the trip we meet at 5 pm, on the last day you can leave in the morning. Find out more about the meeting point here!
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City Escape, On the road
Romania
5 days
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 Sun, 02 Nov 2025
Almost confirmed
$641
Book your spot with a $116 deposit
Pay the outstanding balance of $ 525 by 29 Sep
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The deposit option is only available if you book this tour before 29 Sep.
What's included
4 nights in a double/triple room with private bathroom and breakfast
Car rental from day 2 to day 5
Entrance to Dracula's Castle on day 2
Entrance to Turda Salt Mine on day 3
Travel coordinator services
Cancellation up to 31 days before departure — 100% refund (deposit refunded as a gift card) or option to change trips.
Money pot? Find out more!
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
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People interested: 3
Expected WeRoaders: 11
Itinerary


Day 1
Bucharest
Welcome to Bucarest!
Flights to/from the destination are not included in the package, so you have the flexibility to choose a flight that suits you.
We kick things off in Romania’s lively capital! After arriving , we’ll dive into the local vibe - maybe a visit to the colossal Parliament building or a stroll through a buzzing market for a taste of local street food.
In the evening, we head to the historic Lipscani district for our first dinner together, complete with traditional Romanian dishes and a splash of folk dancing to set the mood.

Day 2
On the trail of Count Dracula
The Castles of Transylvania
Our road trip begins… we pick up our rental cars and drive north to the first stop on our adventure: Peleș Castle , a majestic royal residence in neo-Renaissance style and considered one of the most beautiful castles in Europe. The castle is located in a secluded area at the foot of the Bucegi Mountains surrounded by high mountains and lush vegetation.
We continue our journey to one of the most iconic places in Transylvania, Bran Castle , better known as Dracula's Castle - the fictional setting of Bram Stoker's 1897 Dracula novel. Not far from here, the "Libearty" Bear Sanctuary is must - visit as the largest European brown bear rescue park. Here, over 130 bears have been saved from cruelty and unethical treatment.
Brasov and its vampire legends
Our long day ends in Brasov , a picturesque city with its well-preserved old town, the spectacular Black Church and the majestic Fortress on Tampa Mountain, accessible by cable car, where you can admire the panoramic view of the city.
It's been a long day, but we still have enough energy for nightlife! Here, apparently, it's not difficult to meet vampires... so what better location than Brasov to participate in a Halloween Party? Remember to keep the garlic handy ;)

Day 3
Medieval villages and salt mines
Viscri and Sighisoara
We continue our journey first to the Saxon village of Viscri to visit the fortified church and then to the medieval town of Sighișoara , a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its cobbled streets and colorful houses. A visit to the Clock Tower and the birthplace of Count Dracula is a must!
The house is now a museum that tells the story of the historical figure and legend of Vlad III, Prince of Wallachia.
The natural spectacle of Salina Turda
After a lunch break, we get back in our cars to reach a natural spectacle, the Salina Turda, a salt mine transformed into an underground mining park at a depth of 120 meters!
Salina Turda is a unique place that offers a combination of history, nature and recreational attractions. In fact, in the Spa Hall there is a saltwater lake where you can rent rowboats to sail on the lake. In the Dolomite Hall instead there are huge dolomite rocks that create a surreal environment.

Day 4
In the heart of green Transylvania
Sibiu, the pearl of Transylvania
Our last day could only be dedicated to Sibiu , probably the most fascinating city in Transylvania. We'll spend the whole morning visiting its historical centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, from the Great Square ( Piata Mare) crowded with people and all kinds of places, to the Brukenthal Museum, which houses an exceptional art collection, up to the Bridge of Lies (Podul Minciunilor), a covered bridge with an interesting history.
In its medieval centre with open squares, medieval walls, towers and centuries-old churches you can breathe the history and the centuries-old tradition of this region. This city offers a wide choice of restaurants where you can taste the typical dishes of Transylvania, such as Sarmale, cabbage rolls filled with meat and rice, seasoned with spices and often accompanied by polenta. Perfect for refuelling our bodies before getting back on the road
Transfăgărășan, a legendary road
After lunch, we set off again towards the capital, Bucharest, but if we have some time left, we could stop to take some pictures of one of the most beautiful panoramic roads in the world, Transfăgărășan! Yes, the name is unpronounceable, but the view of its hairpin bends at over 2,000 meters above sea level is really worth it! Check out the pictures to believe it!
*from 1st November this road is closed to vehicles until May due to weather issues. The road can be visited all year round via a cable car that takes you to the highest point, Lacul Balea. After the nature and medieval history, we return to Bucharest. If we have enough energy, Bucharest's nightlife offers many options for us to enjoy our final night together.

Day 5
Goodbye Transylvania!
Bucharest and its spas
For those who have a late return flight (yes, that's a recommendation if you can!), we can continue exploring Bucharest or head to a spot near the airport where one of the largest thermal complexes in Europe is located.
Therme Bucharest has numerous thermal pools, both indoor and outdoor, with hot thermal waters from natural springs as well as a wide selection of saunas, both traditional and steam, where we can relax after many hours of driving.
Why WeRoad
Small groups, maximum 15 people
Free cancellation included (deposit refunded as a gift card)
Book with a £/€100 deposit
Find your flight
For this trip, we recommend arriving and departing from these airports.
Arrival
Henri Coandă International Airport
Return
Henri Coandă International Airport
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Is the flight included?
Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
What is the Money Pot and how does it work?
This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.
Which are the accepted payment methods?
We offer several payment methods to fit every need:
1. Credit or prepaid card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express);
2. Instalment payment with Scalapay up to €4,999 (only available with the “Full trip payment” option – not available with the “Deposit and balance” option; pay in 3 instalments up to €1,200 or in 4 instalments over €1,200);
3. PayPal (for selected destinations);
4. Revolut Pay to pay even faster straight from your Revolut account;
5. Welfare credit – BEFORE BOOKING, reach out to us at [email protected].
If you choose the deposit and balance option, you’ll also be able to pay the balance via bank transfer from your Personal Area.
Can I cancel or modify my booking?
Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. (Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.) If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.
If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option. Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.
You can do it directly from your personal MyWeRoad account!
Within your booking you will find the "Change Your Trip" section at the bottom right, just underneath your booking details. You will be able to select a different date for the same trip, or a different trip entirely. Whether you are able to change the trip depends on the cancellation terms of your booking. For your original booking if you selected the Private Room, Flexible Cancellation or entered any discount code, gift card or voucher, before confirming the change we will let you know if anything isn't applicable to the new trip and you can decide whether to proceed or not. If you have any issues please do get in touch with the WeRoad team and we'll be able to help.
It's not possible to move to a 'sold out' trip and with any trips that are 'on request' we will need to check availability with our local partners so please do get in touch if you want to move to an 'on request' trip. Please bear in mind that if the trip has the 'final spots' status, there may be no places left in either the male or female room.
How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.
What type of accommodation should I expect on your trips?
In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.
The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
Why do we have the Money Pot on all WeRoad trips?
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!
It also helps us speed up payments – imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.
The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button
which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:
Can I find out my travel groups' flights?
Even if we don't know the flights of all WeRoaders, there are several ways to find out which flights your travel companions have purchased.
1. Each WeRoader has the ability to communicate their flight details after booking within their personal area so that other travel companions can see the details anonymously. Enter your booking and you will find this section:
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2. If you want to find out before booking, instead, you can contact us and we will support you in your search or you can ask your travel companions for direct information by joining our Facebook group 'WeRoad... let's get to know each other before leaving! (official)' – (here is the extended link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weroadit) look for a post associated with your trip, or ask the group administrators for help in getting in touch with your future adventure companions!
If the coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you are interested in, you can easily find his/her presentation post in the group through the site: in the shift list click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip tab, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator name] about this shift in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!
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What's the average size and age of a WeRoad group?
In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.
On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curious to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can see this by finding the trip on our website, and clicking the down arrow to see the ages & genders of participants. You'll need to have created a WeRoad account with us to do this.
Any issues finding this info just give our team in the office a call, we're always happy to help!
Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.
Can I see who’s in the group before I book the trip?
Yes! If you're curious, you can take a sneak peek at the group before booking – although, in our opinion, that kind of spoils the surprise! You’ll find the info in the ‘Group’ section for each trip on the departures page, showing how many WeRoaders have already booked. Click the little arrow and you’ll even see their gender and ages – but hey, that’s exclusive info, so we’ll ask you to log in or sign up to see that!
Will I share the room?
Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.
During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
Who is and what does the Travel Coordinator do?
The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!
You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.
How can I be part of the community?
When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.
But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!