Brasov Sights & Bites Tour
Brasov, Romania
From EUR 57.00
Office phone number: +40 722 629 540
Brasov Sights & Bites Tour
Brasov, Romania
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Get a fascinating and tasty introduction to this impressive ‘outdoor’ city with a friendly local guide. Unearth hidden medieval churches and fairytale turrets. Take in the fresh mountain air and enjoy a delicious traditional lunch at a local hot spot. This is the perfect way to kick-start your time in Transylvania, offering you a sizable sample of local food, culture, and history.
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Highlights
- Enjoy traditional Romanian cooking in a family restaurant, where you can try delicious hot soups, potato bread, and cabbage rolls
- Discover Brasov’s most captivating sites, including the ominous Black Church, the biggest gothic church in Eastern Europe
- Munch on covrigi, a street food snack that looks like a pretzel but tastes even better
- Refresh with cool spring water direct from the Carpathian mountains
- Experience the tight squeeze of Europe’s second narrowest street
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Schedule details
- Duration: 4 hours
- Meeting point:
In front of the KFC in Piata Sfatului (the main square of Brasov).
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- Starting time: 10.00 AM
- Ending point:
Piata Sfatului.
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, a traditional street snack of covrig, 3-course Romanian meal (dishes will change depending on the season) with 1 glass of draft beer or house wine or soft drink, entrance tickets to the Weavers Bastion.
Exclusions: Additional food and drink, souvenirs and items of a personal nature, entrance tickets to the Black Church, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Your Brasov tour will start with a stop in Piata Sfatului, Brasov’s picturesque main square where you will be offered a covrig, a popular and delicious Romanian street food that is similar to a Turkish simit and looks like a pretzel. Two hundred years ago, the city of Brasov sat literally on the border between the Austro-Hungarian empire and the Ottoman empire and its culture vividly reflects this. The snack you’ll try is a tasty symbol of that clash and a great introduction to Brasov.
After a stroll down the Tampa promenade, we will stop at the fountain, where you can replenish your fluids with spring water straight from Tampa Mountain.
After getting an aerial overview of Brasov, it’s time to delve deeply into some of its secret treasures. We will visit the Bastionul Țesătorilor (or Weaver's Bastion), St Nicholas Church (with its 'suspended cemetery' optical illusion), and the fairytale-esque Ecaterina Gate, the oldest gateway in the city.
Venturing beyond the city walls, we will go on to discover the entrance to secret catacombs, impressive street art, stunning parkland, and the famous black and white towers of Brasov. Built to defend the city against the Mongols and later the Saxons, the towers have had many quirky uses over the years including a plague quarantine zone, a nightclub, and now an exhibition space.
Heading back towards the main square we will visit a very beautiful bookstore (souvenir shopping alert!) before we happen upon arguably the city’s most famous landmark, the Black Church. It’s the biggest Gothic church in Eastern Europe, and its interior is rather severe — but a large and extremely colourful collection of Turkish rugs, donated by visiting merchants over the years, brightens things up.We will complete your introduction to Brasov and Transylvanian culture with a hearty three-course meal, using the finest local and seasonal ingredients. In the spring and summer, you can expect cabbage rolls bursting with meat and spices, zacuscă (baked vegetable paste), and fresh salads. In the autumn and winter, your cold loins will be warmed through with steaming hot soups, goulash, and copious amounts of delicious potato bread.
After you have filled up on plenty of traditional Romanian fare, we will say ‘la revedere’ (Romanian for goodbye). Don’t forget to ask your local guide for more local food stops and advice on exploring the rest of Transylvania.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, a traditional street snack of covrig, 3-course Romanian meal (dishes will change depending on the season) with 1 glass of draft beer or house wine or soft drink, entrance tickets to the Weavers Bastion.
Exclusions: Additional food and drink, souvenirs and items of a personal nature, entrance tickets to the Black Church, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing for walking.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Dietary Notes
This tour can be customised for vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please let us know in advance if you have any food allergies or sensitivities. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at info@brasovurbanadventures.com.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +40 722 629 540
Email address: info@brasovurbanadventures.com
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