b'RomaniaHistory, Heritage & the Heart of TransylvaniaRomania is shaped by successive layers of history, from ancient civilizations and medieval kingdoms to the political transformations of the 20th century. Major cities, fortified towns, and rural landscapes reflect centuries of cultural exchange, strategic importance, and local tradition.Bucharest provides a foundation for understanding modern Romania.Monumental architecture, including the Palace of the Parliament, illustrates the legacy of the communist era, while guided walks and expert commentary offer insight into the countrys political and cultural evolution and its placein contemporary Europe.In Transylvania, medieval towns and fortified churches reveal the lastinginfluence of Saxon settlement and royal ambition. Braov and its Black Church anchor the regions urban heritage, complemented by visits to Pele Castle and Bran Castle, where architecture and legend intersect.UNESCO-listed Sighioara and Viscri preserve the structure of medieval Saxon life. In Sibiu, regional cuisine, local hosts, and Transylvanian wines reflect living cultural traditions that continue to shape the region.Romanias deeper past emerges at Sarmizegetusa Regia, the sacred center of the Dacian civilization, and at Corvin Castle, one of Eastern Europes mostimportant medieval fortresses. The route across the Transfgran Road leads south to Curtea de Arge Monastery, a significant site in Romanias religious and royal history.Together, these places reveal a Romania of uncommon depth, where history, culture, and daily life remain inseparable.ITINERARY8 nights| Bucharest, 3 nights; Braov, 2 nights; Sibiu, 3 nights10 nights| Bucharest, 3 nights; Braov, 2 nights; Sibiu, 3 nights;Suceava, 2 nightsExplore the UNESCO-listed painted monasteries of Bucovina, renowned for their vividly preserved 15th- and 16th-century exterior frescoes.HIGHLIGHTSDiscover Romanias modern history in Bucharest, including the Palace of the Parliament and a lecture on modern Romanian history, the communist era, and its legacy.Explore medieval Transylvania through Braovs Black Church, royal Pele Castle, and the legendary Bran Castle. Prices Starting From $3,557 per personVisit UNESCO-listed Sighioara and Viscri, and experience Saxon heritage, regional cuisine, and Transylvanian wines in Sibiu. Group Size: 14-20 travelers Trace Romanias ancient and medieval roots at Sarmizegetusa Regia andSeason: MayJune; SeptemberOctober Corvin Castle, and cross the Carpathians along the Transfgran Road toDecember departures enjoy ChristmasCurtea de Arge Monastery. markets in Bucharest, Braov, and Sibiu. History Culture12 Conservancy Travel|conservancytravel.org'