Bucharest: Transylvania in a Day Cluj-Napoca Guided Tour

Discover Cluj-Napoca on a full-day tour from Bucharest. Explore Gothic churches, lively squares, and Transylvania’s vibrant cultural capital with a local guide.
Discover the Vibrant Heart of Transylvania in Cluj-Napoca – Romania’s Cultural Capital
Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Bucharest to Cluj-Napoca, a city where history, innovation, and art collide. Known as the unofficial capital of Transylvania, Cluj is a dynamic blend of Gothic architecture, baroque beauty, youthful energy, and multicultural charm. This full-day guided tour offers a perfect mix of historical insight, cultural exploration, and local flavor — all in a single immersive experience.

Your journey begins early in the morning, departing from central Bucharest. Travel in comfort through scenic Romanian landscapes — rolling hills, traditional villages, and stretches of Carpathian wilderness — as your professional guide shares fascinating facts and stories along the way.

Once in Cluj-Napoca, you’ll explore its most iconic landmarks on a guided walking tour through the vibrant city center.

Tour Highlights:
✅ Union Square (Piața Unirii) – The heart of the city, surrounded by colorful facades and historic buildings.

✅ St. Michael’s Church – One of the most impressive Gothic churches in Romania, known for its towering spire and beautiful stained glass.

✅ Matthias Corvinus Monument – Pay tribute to one of Hungary’s greatest kings, born right here in Cluj.

✅ The Central Park & Cluj Arena – Take a short stroll through this serene urban oasis, a favorite of locals.

✅ Avram Iancu Square & Orthodox Cathedral – Marvel at the contrast between the elegant Orthodox cathedral and the surrounding baroque architecture.

✅ Museum Square (Piața Muzeului) – A charming corner of the Old Town filled with cafés, boutiques, and centuries of layered history.

After the walking tour, you’ll have free time to explore at your own pace, grab lunch at a local bistro, enjoy a coffee in a bohemian café, or simply soak in the student-driven energy that defines this city.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.