Castles of Transylvania

Train : The Danube Express
Duration : Upto 7 days

Itinerary

Price

Route Map

Journey Highlights

Tour Istanbul’s magnificent historical sites
Delve into the history surrounding Romania’s most infamous figure, Vlad the Impaler
Explore the UNESCO-honoured medieval citadel and colourful streets of Sighisoara

Enjoy a private dinner inside the castle walls of 14th century Bran Castle
See a traditional Hungarian ‘Puszta’ equestrian show
Admire the medieval and Baroque splendour of ancient Budapest

Overview
Journey Dates
Inclusions & Exclusions
Pricing

Delve into the history surrounding Romania’s most infamous historical figure, Vlad the Impaler – or as he is more commonly known, Count Dracula – on this 7-day rail cruise of Transylvania. Enjoy a walking tour of the beautifully preserved town of Sighisoara where he was born, discover Sibiu’s Evangelic Cathedral where Vlad’s son was buried after his assassination, and, visit the impressive Bran Castle - the setting made famous by Bram Stoker’s novel as the residence of the vampire count.

Train Departure Schedule

2025 : October - December
2026 : October - December , April - June , July - September

Places Covered

ISTANBUL - VELIKO TARNOVO - SINAIA (PELES CASTLE) - BRASOV (BRAN CASTLE) - SIGHISOARA - SIBIU - KECSKEMET - LAJOSMIZSE - BUDAPEST

Journey Dates for 2025 Season

November 02 – November 08

Journey Dates for 2026 Season

May 29 – June 04

September 23 – September 29

October 23 – October 29

Inclusions

ACCOMODATION

Five-star pre and post tour accommodation
Private en-suite accommodation on the Golden Eagle Danube Express train

SERVICE

Cabin attendant service including evening turndown
Experienced Tour Management team
Services of a UK-registered Doctor and medical facilities on board
Arrival and departure transfers
All gratuities – on and off the train
Luggage porterage throughout the journey

DINING

Freshly prepared meals on board, using the finest local ingredients
Authentic dining experiences in local restaurants
Inclusive alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages from Standard Bar list
6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 6 Dinners

EXCURSIONS

Expertly guided off-train excursions as detailed in the itinerary
Freedom of Choice touring options

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