Choose an amazing Transylvania Halloween experience! Book our 3-days Halloween Short Break, departing from Bucharest, discover our country and then have fun at our Halloween Parties in Sighisoara Citadel and at Bran Castle. Follow into the footsteps of Vlad the Impaler, the ruthless ruler also known as Dracula. Discover our country and learn more about our customs and traditions.

Transylvania Halloween Highlights:

Halloween Party in Sighisoara Citadel- a delicious traditional Romanian festive dinner washed down with fiery spirits, excellent Romanian wine and accompanied by a special program including:

• Ritual Killing of the Living Dead – Help a haunted spirit to gain his peace – attend the ritual of killing a strigoi
• “Witchery Moments” –  amazing magic show, performed by two of Europe’s most innovative and dynamic magicians.
• Vampiresa Hunting – an impressive ballet performance of professional ballet dancers who were rewarded for the medal of Excellency for their cultural activity.

The Medieval Saxon Citadel of Sighisoara - Dracula’s birth place, the best preserved medieval citadel in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Bran Castle – also known as Dracula’s Castle, a legendary Transylvanian fortress dating back to 1377.

Halloween Party on the grounds of Bran Castle

*Please have in mind that Halloween Party at Bran Castle is organized by administration of Bran Castle. Transylvania Live is not responsible for the content of the program/ changing’s, organizing manner or even cancelation. 

**Please be cautious if you suffer from claustrophobia, are sensitive to intermittent lights and loud noises! Also, please consider the low temperatures and the fact that the stairs and alleyways can be slippery. For your safety, please listen to the instructions of the Castle’s personnel.

The Medieval Saxon city of Brasov – one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe

Transylvania Halloween Short Break – Brief itinerary

Day 1

Your Transylvania Halloween experience begins in Bucharest. Meet our guide at Moxa Boutique Hotel. After that, travel to Dracula's birthplace, Sighisoara Citadel.

Accommodate at a 3* medieval hotel and, in the evening, join us at our amazing Halloween Party.

Enjoy a delicious dinner complemented by a schedule including a breathtaking magic show, an impressive ballet performance and our Ritual of Killing of The Living Dead.

- “Witchery moments” with Eduard & Bianca - two of Europe’s most innovative and dynamic magicians. They can make the impossible possible combining magic and illusions with dance, ballet, comedy and much more

- The Ritual of Killing of the Living Dead – performed according to the old burring ritual in Transylvania meant to reveal who was dwelling the magic realms of Transylvania prior to vampires. You’ll attend the re-enacted killing of a vampire; you’ll be part of the crowd seeking to take the bloody creature to a special place where the ritual can begin. The event will familiarize the guests with the Romanian terminology associated with the living dead – the strigoi and moroi.

The Halloween Party lasts until 02:00 AM.

Day 2

The next morning, stroll around the streets of Sighisoara and then visit the main attractions, including the Clock Tower Museum.

After that, head for the Medieval Saxon City of Brasov and then admire the old buildings, such as the Black Church, the largest Gothic edifice in South-Eastern Europe. The church got its name after a massive fire blackened its walls.

Transylvania Halloween - Best Party at Dracula's Castle

From Brasov, travel to Bran Village. Accommodate in a cozy 3* hotel. 

At 6:00 PM join us for a Festive Halloween Dinner. Please wear your costume during the dinner; from here we will go directly to Bran Castle. Have fun on a unique night visit of the castle (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides). After that, attend an unforgettable party in the tent mounted on the grounds of the castle.

Day 3

On your third day, drive to Bucharest airport for the return journey. Note that, due to heavy traffic, arrival will be late in the evening, at about 5 or 6 PM.

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Book your tour now!

Book this tour now and then follow in Dracula’s footsteps! During this short break, visit Sighisoara Citadel, followed by Brasov and then Bran village. Attend two unforgettable Halloween Parties. We accept MasterCard and Visa on our on-line secure internet payment form.

• MasterCard and Visa via fax and phone.
• We also accept payments via PayPal and bank transfer.

• At the moment of booking we require an advance deposit in the amount of Euro 145/person. Once the advance deposit is registered with our accounts we issue a Confirmation Letter.
•  The final payment is due 60 days prior to tour departure. Should the booking be made within 60 days prior to tour departure, entire tour cost is requested at the time of booking.

Transylvania Halloween Tour - Departures:

Departure Guaranteed

These tours are guaranteed to depart on the dates given, as we do not insist on a minimum number of bookings before departure.

Available for free if: You don’t have a reflection in the mirror, You decompose when sunlight strikes you, You’re over 200 years old, Can use your wings to fly to Transylvania, Well, this holiday is free for you! Come join your fellow vampires in Transylvania:-) Blood treats not included!

Other mentions

• Once you realize the price of good beer and wine you will probably not want to return to your country.
• People speak plenty of English in Romania and you will find the locals and the other tourists are friendly and open.
• No visa is required and you can get green card extension insurance from your insurer to cover Romania.

3-Days Transylvania Halloween Tour with Party Program - Itinerary Map

Transylvania Halloween Tours - Media Mentions

• We’re pleased to say that Transylvania Live has recently garnered the attention of several publications and broadcasts more details here

Halloween tours in Transylvania on the national news

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Transylvania Halloween - Highlights:

Advice for British citizens traveling to Romania

According to British government most visits to Romania are trouble-free.

There were no cases of terrorism attacks in Romania but as the country is part of European Union terrorist attacks in Romania can’t be ruled out.

If you need to contact the emergency services in Romania call 112.

If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact
the British embassy from Bucharest
24 Jules Michelet,  010463 Bucharest, Romania
General enquiries+40 (21) 201 7200
Consular enquiries+40 (21) 201 7351
British Embasy Bucharest website

Urgent assistance
If you’re in Romania and you need urgent help (for example, you’ve been attacked, arrested or someone has died), call +40 (21) 201 7200.
If you’re in the UK and worried about a British national in Romania, call 020 7008 1500.

Get an emergency travel document
You can apply for an emergency travel document if you’re abroad and your passport has been lost or stolen, damaged or expired, and you can’t get a new or replacement passport in time to travel.
You can apply online for an emergency travel document.
If the person needing the emergency travel document is under 16, a parent or guardian should apply on their behalf.

Safety and security
Crime
Maintain at least the same level of personal security awareness as in the UK. There is a risk of petty theft in large towns, especially Bucharest. Pickpockets and bag snatchers operate in crowded areas, particularly near exchange shops and hotels, on public transport (especially to the airport), in the main railway stations and inside airport terminals.
Organised attacks by groups can occur. The most common method by distracting victims while several people, often children, attempt to snatch watches and jewellery from pockets or from around the neck and wrist.
Valuables including passports have been stolen from hotel rooms. Use the hotel safe and carry a photocopy of the information pages of your passport as ID.
There have been reports of credit or debit cards being ‘copied’ when used for payment in some bars and restaurants.

Road travel
Licences and documents
If driving in Romania, make sure you have with you all documentation, including your full, valid driving licence, proof of insurance/green card (third party or above), proof of ID (passport) and proof of ownership (V5C Certificate).
If the UK leaves the EU with a deal, driving licence rules will stay the same until 31 December 2020.
If there’s no deal, you will need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) to be able to drive in some European countries as a visitor after the UK has left. Check this guidance page for full information. You should also check guidance on driving in the EU after Brexit for information on other additional documents you may need to carry.
If you’re living in Romania, check the Living in Guide for information on requirements for residents.

Driving regulations
You’ll need to pay a road toll ‘Rovinieta’ to use the national roads. You can buy the vignette (sticker) at border points and at most petrol stations. The minimum cost is 3 euros for 7 days. Failure to display the sticker may lead to a heavy fine. You can find out more about prices by using the website Roviniete.ro.
Observe the speed limit at all times. Make sure your vehicle is roadworthy.
It’s illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol. The drink drive limit is zero.
Carry the following equipment: first aid kit, fire extinguisher, red warning triangles and a fluorescent jacket.
If your vehicle is damaged before you arrive in Romania, ask a Romanian customs officer or police officer to write a report on the damage so that you have no problems when leaving. If any damage occurs inside the country, a report must be obtained at the scene of the accident.

Road safety
In 2018 there were 1,867 road deaths in Romania (source: Department for Transport). This equates to 9.6 road deaths per 100,000 of population, (witch is similar with USA) and compares to the UK average of 2.8 road deaths per 100,000 of population in 2018.
Road conditions are variable and secondary roads can be in a bad state of repair. Driving standards can be poor. Look out for double parked cars, people suddenly braking to avoid a pothole, horse-drawn carts, livestock and stray dogs, particularly in rural areas, running in front of the vehicle. Equip your car for extreme conditions in winter.

Local laws and customs
It is illegal to change money on the streets. You should change money only in recognised exchange shops, banks and hotels.

The Romanian authorities treat all drug-related and sex offences very seriously. The age of consent is 18. If you are convicted, you can expect a prison sentence.

Homosexuality has been legal in Romania since 1996. The country has made significant progress in LGBT rights legislation since 2000 including wide–ranging anti-discriminatory laws, equalising the age of consent and laws against homophobic hate crimes. Bucharest’s annual Pride, usually accompanied by a LGBT film and art festival, has grown in recent years and is gaining the support of more public figures. Since 2017, a Pride event has also been held in the city of Cluj. The country remains generally socially conservative resulting in the majority of LGBT people not being openly gay and there being very few gay bars or clubs in Bucharest or the other main cities. You can find local information on LGBT issues in Romania on the website of ACCEPT. See our information and advice page for the LGBT community before you travel.

Most airports and military bases will have signs prohibiting photography. Ask permission before photographing anything potentially sensitive (eg official buildings, police cars).

Passport validity
Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay; you do not need any additional period of validity on your passport beyond this.

Visas
If you hold a British Citizen passport, you don’t need a visa to enter Romania.

Parental consent when travelling with minors
Some British nationals travelling with minors who hold Romanian citizenship (irrespective of whether they hold citizenship of other countries) are prevented from leaving the country without notarised parental consent from the minor’s non-travelling parent/s. While enforcement of this may vary at borders, British nationals travelling with minors who hold Romanian citizenship should obtain notarised parental consent before departure from Romania.
A list of the public notaries can be found on the website of the National Union of Public Notaries from Romania.

Healthcare
You should still get a free European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) before leaving the UK.
The EHIC entitles you to state provided medical treatment that may become necessary during your trip. Any treatment provided is on the same terms as Romanian nationals. If you don’t have your EHIC with you or you’ve lost it, you can call the Department of Health Overseas Healthcare Team (+44 191 218 1999) to get a Provisional Replacement Certificate.
The UK government has or is seeking agreements with countries on healthcare arrangements for UK nationals after the UK leaves the EU. The NHS website and this travel advice will be updated with further information on travelling to Romania as the circumstances change.
If you need emergency medical assistance during your trip, dial 112 and ask for an ambulance. If you are referred to a medical facility for treatment you should contact your insurance/medical assistance company immediately.

Money
Romania is increasingly a card economy. While a growing number of businesses do accept credit cards, it may be safer to use cash due to the risk of credit card fraud. There is now a large network of ATMs that accept standard international credit and debit cards. Check with your card provider whether you will be able to use these machines.
US dollars and sterling are not always easy to exchange for local currency, especially outside Bucharest. You may have difficulties using travellers’ cheques. Scottish and Northern Irish bank notes may not be accepted in banks and bureaux de change.

Before you travel abroad
• tell family and friends where you’re going and leave them your contact details, insurance policy details and itinerary. Store them securely online
• ensure you have access to funds to cover emergencies and unexpected delays. Take more than one means of payment with you (cash, debit card, credit card)
• find out if travellers cheques are appropriate for your destination and keep a separate record of their numbers
• invest in a good travel guide to help you plan your trip and consider using online travel forums for more detail about your destination
• check with your service provider to make sure your phone works abroad. Consider leaving your phone’s IMEI number with a friend or family member, to help block or locate the phone if there’s a problem
• if you’re going to be driving abroad, make sure your licence is current and valid and be aware of the driving laws in the country you are visiting
• if you’re travelling with children who are unaccompanied by one or both parents, check our guidance on permissions that you might need to get and check the policy of your airline or transport provider

When you’re abroad
• think about what you are doing at all times and trust your instincts. Don’t take risks that you wouldn’t in the UK
• don’t openly display valuables such as mobile phones or digital cameras and consider using a padlock on suitcases or backpacks
• find out how to minimise your risk from terrorism and what to do if there’s a terrorist attack
• find out about local customs and dress, behave accordingly and obey local laws. There may be serious penalties for breaking a law that might seem trivial at home
• be careful when taking photographs, videos or using binoculars. These activities may be misunderstood by local authorities, especially near military installations.
• store useful numbers on your phone such as the local police and the nearest British embassy or consulate
• whether you’re living abroad or visiting, be aware of the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning, just as you would in the UK; the ‘Be Alarmed’ campaign gives practical advice on how to stay safe and lists the symptoms to look out for
• if you intend to take part in any adventure sports or water sports during your trip, only use properly licensed and insured operators. Before taking part, make sure you fully understand the operating instructions and satisfy yourself that adequate safety precautions are in place
• check import regulations for food and plants before you attempt to bring them back to the UK

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Please check your itinerary below:

Tour Leader

Professionally trained English speaking guide

Accommodation

2 nights in 3* hotels, centrally located accommodation

Meals

2 breakfasts and 2 dinners - 1 Festive Halloween dinner in Sighisoara including : Buffet Dinner, Open Bar between 20:00-01:00 , dessert : Sweets Bar

Transportation

Entire land transfers based on standard European car, microbus, coach, depending upon the number of travelers.

Pick up

Moxa Hotel Bucharest, centrally located,, on first day of the tour, at 9:00 am Bucharest local time (GMT+2).

You will meet our tour guide at the reception desk. Later pick up is not available

Drop off

Moxa Boutique Hotel on the last day of the tour. Estimated arrival time: 05:00 - 06:00 pm Bucharest local time (GMT+2), based on normal traffic conditions

Entry fees to the following tourist attractions

Clock Tower in Sighisoara

Special Events

Halloween Party in Sighisoara see details here

Halloween Party at the Bran Castle includes :  night tour of Bran Castle decorated for Halloween and populated with wicked ferries and nice witches (please have in mind that the night tour of Bran Castle is not guided, you will receive more information on this from our tour guides). Around 21:00, attend the Halloween Party, until 04:00 am, on the grounds of Bran Castle.

*Please have in mind that Halloween Party at Bran Castle is organized by administration of  Bran Castle. Transylvania Live is not responsible for the content of the program/ changing’s, organizing manner or even cancelation.

**Please be cautious if you suffer from claustrophobia, are sensitive to intermittent lights and loud noises! Also, please consider the low temperatures and the fact that the stairs and alleyways can be slippery. For your safety, please listen to the instructions of the Castle's personnel.

• Plane ticket
• Airport fees
• Photo & video tax
• Accommodation on the last day of the tour
• Other not mentioned

• Vintage biplane flight in Bucharest
• Flying lesson with a vintage biplane in Bucharest
• Champagne Flight – Helicopter flight for two
• Experience with a rally car in Bucharest
• Vintage Sidecar – Dracula tour from Bucharest
• Spa Day in Bucharest
• Evening at the casino for 2