Top Experiences in Cotroceni Palace (Palatul Cotroceni)

Visiting Cotroceni Palace is , no doubt , an unique experience while visiting the Romanian capital city. With a history of more then three centuries Cotroceni hill is waiting all visitors to discover its secrets following our experts guides.

Choose this tour if you wish to combine relaxation with a great itinerary which allows you to discover some of the best attractions of Transylvania. You will get to see the famous Bran Castle, Peles Castle, Rasnov Fortress, see the Bear Sanctuary at Zarnesti, beautiful Brasov, and get to relax in the beautiful mountain resort Poiana Brasov. Not to be missed by travel enthusiasts and first time visitors!

The tour will start from your hotel and following an eight-hour itinerary will show the participants the most interesting sights of Bucharest downtown with entrance at the Parliament Palace (optional – open between 10 am – 3 pm), Cotroceni Palace (optional – open between 10 am – 3 pm) and The Village Museum (optional – open between 10 am – 4 pm). On the road, we will stop for lunch (optional) in a local restaurant.

The tour takes you in a ride with the Dacia from one side to the other of Bucharest in a search to discover the contrasting city of Europe: a mixture of the belle epoque of the 19th h and 20th century way of living and the ’70s Eastern Socialist era.

Our Dacias takes you to 3 different Bucharest quarters:
• Cotroceni quarter, the amazing residential villa quarter of Bucharest where the 19th century and present bourgeoisie live. See the Cotroceni Presidential Palace, the Military Academy Building, the Botanical Garden or the villas.
• Drumul Taberei quarter, where the commoners live, built from the 60’s. See the huge communist blocks of flats, the peasant market or the Orthodox churches of the average Romanians or the former factories that now became shopping malls!
• Ferentari quarter, the most photographic & contrasting place of Bucharest known as the “city Machala “a place with bad fame, high poverty and ghetto style buildings.

A memorable ride with a fully restored Dacia!

On this one week tour you will have the opportunity to see and experience some of the splendors of Romania and its neighbor Serbia. In Romania you will see part of Bucharest , Wallachia, another beautiful part of the Danube river other than the Danube and mysterious Transylvania with its myths and legends. In Serbia you will visit a city that is full of history, Belgrade, its capital with a chance to get a touch of the local Serbian life in the present and in the past.

Embark on a journey through Romania's rich history and culture with our 4-day round-trip tour of Transylvania. Starting in Bucharest, you'll explore the city's impressive landmarks, including the Spring Palace and Cotroceni Palace. These former residences of the Ceausescu family offer a fascinating glimpse into the country's communist past and the opulent lifestyle of Romania's former rulers.

From Bucharest, we'll take you on a journey through the charming medieval towns and stunning landscapes of Transylvania. Visit iconic castles like Bran Castle, the inspiration behind Bram Stoker's Dracula, and Peles Castle, a Neo-Renaissance masterpiece nestled in the Carpathian Mountains. Walk in the footsteps of Vlad the Impaler in Sighisoara and snap photos of the world's largest brown bear sanctuary.

Throughout the tour, you'll enjoy comfortable accommodation, expert guides, and unforgettable experiences that will leave you with a lasting appreciation for Romania's rich history and culture.