Best of Romania, Transylvania & Hungary: A Gothic Fantasy Group Journey

PRICE: $2,625 USD per person (double occupancy)

Price is based on double room occupancy, excluding airfare and taxes. Price is subject to change.

Single Rate: $3,265 USD per person

Single occupancy accommodations are on a request basis only and subject to availability.

Payment Schedule:

• A deposit of $200 per person secures your spot in the group
• Final payment due: July 18, 2027 (90 days prior to departure)
• Travel insurance is additional, see the Travel Protection section below
• Extra hotel nights before or after the tour are available, please inquire

Please note that flights are NOT included in the listed trip price.

You have two options when booking your airfare:

Option 1: Book Through Flights & Fables

Let me handle your flights as part of your overall travel package. I can source competitive airfare, help with routing from your home city, and ensure everything coordinates seamlessly with the group's arrival and departure transfers. Contact me directly to discuss airfare options.

Option 2: Book Your Own Flights Independently

If you prefer to arrange your own flights, please note the following:

• Fly INTO Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP) on or before October 16, 2027
• Complimentary group transfers depart OTP at 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM on Day 1, arrive at least 2 hours before the last transfer
• Fly OUT of Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) on October 24, 2027
• Complimentary departure transfers arrive at BUD at 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM on the final day
• Chargeable private transfers are available for those arriving or departing outside these windows, please inquire

Note: Travelers who book independent hotel nights before or after the tour will need to arrange their own airport transfers.

This trip includes a rich lineup of included sightseeing, guided tours, and cultural experiences. However, there are a few optional add-ons you may want to consider for the full experience:

Day 6 — Muzeul Astra Open-Air Museum (Sibiu)

One of Europe's largest open-air museums, showcasing over 300 original buildings reflecting Romania's rural architecture, crafts, and farming heritage. A fascinating glimpse into the country's living history. Pricing available locally.

Day 7 — Danube Dinner Cruise (Budapest)

Sail along the illuminated Danube on a sumptuous buffet dinner cruise past Budapest's iconic landmarks lit up in gold. Hungarian specialties including Szegedin Goulash, chicken paprikash, and Dobos-Torta. 

Price: 113 EUR per person

Day 8 — Guided Visit to the Hungarian Parliament & Danube Shoe Memorial (Budapest)

A powerful experience combining the grandeur of Hungary's iconic Parliament building with a sobering visit to the Shoes on the Danube memorial, a moving tribute to WWII victims along the riverbank.

Price: 85 EUR per person (note: cancellations within 72 hours are subject to a 50% fee)

Optional tours can be booked and paid for locally. Contact Rocky for assistance coordinating any of these experiences in advance.

This tour includes 11 meals total across the 9-day journey:

• 7 Breakfasts (Days 2–8)
• 1 Lunch (Day 7 — Hungarian Plain)
• 1 Be My Guest dinner in a traditional Saxon home (Day 3 — included, a trip highlight)
• 1 Farewell dinner with fellow travelers (Day 8 — Budapest)

On days when a meal is not provided, you'll have the opportunity to dine at restaurants of your choice. Romania and Hungary offer incredibly rich food cultures, from hearty Transylvanian home cooking to elegant Budapest restaurants, and your Travel Director will be happy to provide recommendation

All accommodations are based on double occupancy (two travelers sharing a room). The listed trip price reflects the per-person cost when sharing a room with another traveler.

Single Occupancy Option:

For travelers who prefer a private room, single occupancy is available at an additional $640 USD above the double occupancy rate (subject to availability — request basis only).

Hotel Accommodations:

Hotels follow the Trafalgar itinerary and include:

• Novotel Bucharest City Centre — Bucharest (2 nights)
• Hilton Garden Inn — Brașov area (2 nights)
• Mercure Sibiu Arsenal — Sibiu (1 night)
• Mercure Timisoara — Timișoara (1 night)
• Mercure Korona — Budapest (2 nights)

In some cases, a hotel of similar quality may be substituted to ensure the best possible experience. Trafalgar maintains high accommodation standards throughout.

Unless specifically noted, the following are not included in your trip price:

• Airfare to and from Bucharest/Budapest (unless purchased separately through Flights & Fables)
• Airline baggage fees, including checked and/or excess baggage fees
• Airport taxes and government-imposed fees added at time of reservation
• Passports, visas, and vaccinations
• Gratuities for your Travel Director, Local Specialists, driver, and restaurant staff
• Laundry, telephone, and minibar charges
• Alcohol, beverages, and food outside of contracted meals
• Airport transfers outside of the complimentary shuttle times (chargeable transfers available)
• Optional excursions and add-on experiences
• Porterage at airports and train stations
• Travel protection / travel insurance (see Travel Protection section)
• Any items not specifically mentioned in the inclusions list

Travel insurance is not included in the trip price but is strongly recommended. Trafalgar recommends coverage that includes trip interruption, trip delay, and medical expense coverage.

If you wish to purchase Trafalgar's Travel Protection Plan, it must be purchased within 14 days of your initial deposit payment. Travel Protection cannot be purchased after the 14-day window or once the booking is fully paid.

You are not required to purchase insurance through Trafalgar — the choice of insurer is yours. For Trafalgar's minimum coverage requirements, visit:

https://www.trafalgar.com/en-us/resources/travel-insurance

Price: $399 per person (Trafalgar plan — subject to change)

Please note: Travel Protection, once purchased, is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Rocky's recommendation: Don't skip travel insurance on an international trip. I've seen it save travelers thousands of dollars. If you have questions about coverage options, I'm happy to help you compare plans.