Pearls of Transylvania Christmas Markets Tour from Istanbul - 4 Nights 6 Days by Bus

About Pearls of Transylvania Christmas Markets Tour from Istanbul - 4 Nights 6 Days by Bus

This package tour from Istanbul lasts 4 nights and 6 days by luxury coach and includes stops such as Bucharest, Brasov, Bulgaria, Sinaia, Bran and Cluj. The itinerary takes place within Romania. Bucharest is Romania's capital, known for the Palace of the Parliament and the old town streets of Lipscani. The tour includes 4 nights of accommodation. There is one departure on December 1, 2026. Prices start at €1.040 per person. Prices for children aged 2–11 start at €299. A €170 supplement applies to guests staying in a single room. On day 1, you depart from Istanbul by coach and cross the Kapıkule border gate. On day 2, the tour follows a route through Brasov, Bulgaria and Sinaia; on day 3, through Cluj, Brasov and Sighisoara; on day 4, through Sibiu, Cluj and Alba Iulia; and on day 5, through Bucharest and Sibiu. On day 6, you return to Istanbul. You can choose your accommodation when booking: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, with no price difference). The hotels on the itinerary are as follows, city by city: Brasov: 3–4-star hotels, Cluj: 3–4-star hotels, Sibiu: 3–4-star hotels and Bucharest: 3–4-star hotels. The price includes round-trip transport by luxury coach, 4 nights of accommodation, breakfast at the hotels, the panoramic city tours on the itinerary, professional English-language guide services and compulsory package tour liability insurance. Visas and visa service fees, the international departure fee, optional excursions arranged by the guide, museum and archaeological site entrance fees, meals not specified 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 “What's Included” and “What's Not Included” sections on the page. Coach pick-up points: 17:30 in front of Kadıköy Marriage Office, 18:00 beside Ziraat Bank in Mecidiyeköy, 18:30 at Ömür Plaza, İncirli, Bakırköy, 19:30 at TEM Selimpaşa Metro Facilities and 20:30 at TEM Çorlu Metro Facilities. Exact times will be shared in the pre-tour information.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Bucharest

Meeting points: 17:30 outside Kadıköy Marriage Office, 18:00 next to Ziraat Bank in Mecidiyeköy, 18:30 İncirli Ömür Plaza in Bakırköy, 19:30 TEM Selimpaşa Metro Facilities and 20:30 TEM Çorlu Metro Facilities. Along the way, you’ll see Sinaia, Bran and Kapıkule Land Border Gate. Bucharest — Romania’s capital, explored through the old town streets of Lipscani and its wide boulevards. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 — Brasov – Bulgaria – Sinaia

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The day is spent traveling along the Brașov, Bulgaria, Sinaia and Bran route. During the day, Kapıkule, Peleș Castle and Brașov are visited. Brașov, a city at the foot of the Carpathians, is explored, including Council Square and the Black Church. Overnight accommodation is at a hotel.

Day 3 — Cluj – Brasov – Sighisoara

The day begins with an open-buffet breakfast at the hotel. The route for the day covers Cluj, Brașov and Sighișoara. The sights visited include Brașov, the Guild Tower, Union Square, St. Michael’s Church, the Pharmacy Museum, the Transylvanian History Museum, Museum Square and the Monastery Church. Bitola — formerly known as Manastır; this is where Atatürk received his military high school education. Overnight stay at a hotel.

Day 4 — Sibiu – Cluj – Alba Iulia

After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day begins. Travel along the Sibiu, Cluj and Alba Iulia route. During the day, visit Belgrade, as well as Sibiu Church and Brukenthal Palace. Enjoy free time after the itinerary. Belgrade — the capital of Serbia, known for its fortress, pedestrian streets and riverside venues. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 — Bucharest – Sibiu

The day begins with a buffet breakfast at the hotel. We travel from Bucharest to Sibiu. The Sibiu tour includes Revolution Square, University Square, the Palace of the Parliament and the Bucharest History Museum. Free time follows the tour. The Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest is one of the heaviest and largest administrative buildings in the world. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6 — 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. Today, you will see the Yantra River and Kapıkule.

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 3 - 8 December 2026

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Bucharest & Brasov & Bulgaria tour from Istanbul take?

The tour is 4 nights 6 days. Accommodation is provided for 4 nights.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The route consists of stops in Bucharest, Brasov, Bulgaria, Sinaia, Bran, Cluj, Sighisoara, Sibiu, Alba Iulia, and Veliko Tarnovo, traveling within the borders of Romania.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes round-trip transport by luxury coach, 4 nights' accommodation, breakfast at the hotels, the panoramic city tours listed in the itinerary, professional English-speaking guide services and mandatory package tour liability insurance. All inclusions are listed in the “What's Included” section on 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 transportation is provided by luxury coach. Boarding points: 17:30 in front of Kadıköy Marriage Office, 18:00 next to Ziraat Bank in Mecidiyeköy, 18:30 at İncirli Ömür Plaza in Bakırköy, 19:30 at the TEM Selimpaşa Metro Facilities, and 20:30 at the TEM Çorlu Metro Facilities. The border crossing is at the Kapıkule Gate. The exact times will be shared in the pre-tour information.

Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?

You can specify your accommodation preference when booking via WhatsApp: 3–4-star hotels (Bed & Breakfast, no price difference). The hotels on the itinerary are: Brasov: 3–4-star hotels, Cluj: 3–4-star hotels, Sibiu: 3–4-star hotels and Bucharest: 3–4-star hotels. A €170 supplement applies for 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 applications are the participant's responsibility. The note in the page's "Not Included in the Price" section states: Visa service fees and any additional service charges that may be incurred by consulates and service providers (such as courier fees, forms, consultancy, etc.) are not included in the price; any fee increases they may make after the contract is concluded will be charged to the customer separately.

Are there child and infant rates?

Prices start from €299 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?

The tour departs on 1 December 2026 and lasts 4 nights.

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.