Bucharest & Transylvania Tour from Istanbul - 2 Nights by Bus
About Bucharest & Transylvania Tour from Istanbul - 2 Nights by Bus
This package tour from Istanbul lasts 2 Nights 4 Days by luxury coach and covers the route of Bucharest, Sinaia, Bran, Brasov and Veliko Tarnovo. The itinerary travels within the borders of Romania. Bucharest is the capital of Romania, known for the Palace of the Parliament and the old town streets of Lipscani. Accommodation is planned for 2 nights. There are 8 departure dates between 8 October 2026 and 24 December 2026. Prices start at €1.000 per person. Child prices for ages 2–11 start at €139. A €60 supplement applies for guests wishing to stay in a single room. On day 1, the tour departs from Istanbul by coach and crosses the border at Kapıkule. Day 2 includes free time in Bucharest, and day 3 follows the route of Bucharest, Sinaia and Bran. On day 4, the tour returns to Istanbul. Accommodation is selected during booking: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). The hotels included in the itinerary are as follows: Bucharest: 3–4-star hotels. The price includes round-trip transport by luxury coach, highway and parking costs, customs duties, 2 nights' accommodation, breakfast at the hotels, airport–hotel–airport transfers, panoramic city tours included in the itinerary, a professional Turkish-speaking guide and compulsory package tour liability insurance. Visas and visa service fees, the international departure fee, optional excursions organized by the guide, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses, and tips for the guide and driver (optional) are not included. The full list of inclusions and exclusions is provided in the “Included in the Price” and “Not Included in the Price” sections of the page. Coach boarding points: 18:30 Kadıköy Wedding Office Car Park, 19:00 next to Mecidiyeköy Ziraat Bank, 19:30 in front of İncirli Ömür Plaza, 20:00 TEM Selimpaşa Metro Facilities, 21:30 TEM Çerkezköy Metro Altunbaş Facilities and 23:00 Kapıkule. Exact times are shared in the pre-tour information.
Departure Dates
7 - 10 November 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
14 - 17 November 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
21 - 24 November 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
28 November - 1 December 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
5 - 8 December 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
19 - 22 December 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
26 - 29 December 2026 — €1.000 (≈₺57.100)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Bucharest
Meeting points: 18:30 Kadıköy Wedding Registry Office Car Park, 19:00 next to Ziraat Bank in Mecidiyeköy, 19:30 in front of İncirli Ömür Plaza, 20:00 TEM Selimpaşa Metro Facilities, 21:30 TEM Çerkezköy Metro Altunbaş Facilities and 23:00 Kapıkule. After rest stops along the way, we arrive at the Kapıkule border crossing; the journey continues after passport control. Along the route, we see Sinaia, Bran, Brașov, Kapıkule and Edirne. Bucharest — the capital of Romania, explored through the old town streets of Lipscani and its wide boulevards. Brașov — a city at the foot of the Carpathians, visited for Council Square and the Black Church. Edirne — the final stop before crossing the border; the Selimiye Mosque is a UNESCO-listed site. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 — Bucharest
The day begins with a buffet breakfast at the hotel. Travel from Kapıkule to Bucharest. The Bucharest tour includes the Danube River, Unirii Square, University Square, the Aviators' Monument, Victory Square, Revolution Square, the Royal Palace, the Bucharest History Museum and the Palace of Parliament. Lunch is during free time and at guests' own expense. Danube River — a river connecting Central Europe to the Black Sea, it joins the Sava in Belgrade. Palace of Parliament — a building in Bucharest, it is one of the heaviest and largest administrative buildings in the world. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 — Bucharest – Sinaia – Bran
The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is spent travelling along the Bucharest, Sinaia, Bran, and Brașov route. Peles Castle is visited on an optional excursion; those who do not join can enjoy free time at the hotel. Lunch is at guests’ own expense during free time. There is free time after the itinerary. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 — Bucharest – Veliko Tarnovo – Istanbul
After breakfast, the return journey begins, with rest stops along the way. The tour ends with arrival in Istanbul late at night. Yantra River and Kapıkule are seen during the day. Lunch is during free time and at guests’ own expense.
Dates and Prices
Tour date: 7 - 10 November 2026
3*4*Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.060 EUR, child 139 EUR, infant 99 EUR
Tour date: 14 - 17 November 2026
3*4*Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.060 EUR, child 139 EUR, infant 99 EUR
Tour date: 21 - 24 November 2026
3*4*Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.060 EUR, child 139 EUR, infant 99 EUR
Tour date: 28 November - 1 December 2026
3*4*Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.060 EUR, child 139 EUR, infant 99 EUR
Tour date: 5 - 8 December 2026
3*4*Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.060 EUR, child 139 EUR, infant 99 EUR
Tour date: 19 - 22 December 2026
3*4*Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.060 EUR, child 139 EUR, infant 99 EUR
Tour date: 26 - 29 December 2026
3*4*Oteller vb. - BB — double room per person 1.000 EUR, single room 1.060 EUR, child 139 EUR, infant 99 EUR
Places to Visit
Sinaia
Bran
Brașov
Edirne
Danube River
Union Square
University Square
Aviators' Monument
Victory Square
Revolution Square
Royal Palace
Bucharest History Museum
Palace of Parliament
Peles
Yantra River
What’s Included
Round-trip transportation by bus
2 nights accommodation including breakfast in 3* - 4* hotels in Bucharest
Panoramic city tours and transfers included in the itinerary
Local professional Turkish-speaking guiding service
Customs duties
All highway, parking, and related expenses
Compulsory Travel Insurance (Professional liability insurance issued pursuant to Law No. 1618.)
What’s Not Included
****Visa service fees and any additional service charges that may arise from consulates and service providers (e.g. courier fees, forms, consultancy, etc.) are not included in the price; any fee increases made by these providers after the contract is concluded will be charged to the customer separately.
International departure fee (It is recommended to make the payment to banks before the travel date.)
Lunches and dinners
Hotel extras
Optional excursions
All personal expenses
Museum and archaeological site entrance fees
Driver and Guide Tips
Accommodation or city taxes (€10 per person, collected by the guide at the start of the tour and paid to the hotels)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does the Bucharest & Sinaia & Bran tour from Istanbul take?
The tour is 2 nights 4 days. Accommodation is provided for 2 nights.
Which cities does the tour cover?
The itinerary consists of Bucharest, Sinaia, Bran, Brasov and Veliko Tarnovo stops and travels within Romania.
What is included in the tour price?
The price includes round-trip transport by luxury coach, highway and parking costs, customs duties, 2 nights' accommodation, breakfast at the hotels, airport–hotel–airport transfers, panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, professional English-speaking guide services and mandatory package tour liability insurance. All items are listed in the “What's Included” section of the page.
What is not included in the tour price?
Visa and visa service fees, international departure fee, optional excursions organized by the guide, museum and archaeological site admission fees, meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses, and guide and driver tips (optional) are not included in the price. The full list is provided in the “Not Included in the Price” section.
Where does the bus depart from, what are the boarding points?
Round-trip transport is by luxury coach. Boarding points: 18:30 Kadıköy Marriage Registry Office car park, 19:00 next to Mecidiyeköy Ziraat Bank, 19:30 in front of İncirli Ömür Plaza, 20:00 TEM Selimpaşa Metro Facilities, 21:30 TEM Çerkezköy Metro Altunbaş Facilities and 23:00 Kapıkule. The border crossing is at Kapıkule. The confirmed times will be provided in the pre-tour information.
Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?
Please indicate your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). Hotels in the itinerary: Bucharest: 3–4-star hotels. A €60 supplement applies to guests wishing to stay in a single room.
Is a visa required, and is the fee included?
Visa and visa service fees are not included in the tour price; visa arrangements are the participant's responsibility. The note in the “Not Included in the Price” section of the page reads: Visa service fee - Additional service charges that may arise from consulates and service providers (courier fees, forms, consultancy, etc.) are not included in the price; any price increases they may apply after the contract is concluded will be charged separately to the customer.
Are there child and infant rates?
Prices start from €139 for children aged 2–11, and €99 for infants aged 0–1. Ages 12 and above are subject to adult rates.
On which dates are departures available?
There are 8 departure dates between 8 October 2026 and 24 December 2026.
Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?
Yes, professional Turkish-speaking guiding service is included in the tour price. The guide accompanies the group throughout the program.