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Brasov and Poiana Brasov Excursion: Black Church, Tampa Hill

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Duration: 7 hours
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  • See the largest gothic structure in Southern Europe
  • Take a cable car ride to a stunning mountain vista
  • Explore the arresting wilds of Poiana Brasov

Spend a day uncovering the medieval wonders of Brasov, and explore the natural paradise of Poiana Brasov.

This 12th century Saxon settlement of Brasov is one of Europe’s best-preserved cities from the medieval period. The ancient character of the place is evident in the imposing Gothic architecture and the labyrinthine cobbled streets.

Tour the Black Church, whose walls were darkened by the Great Fire of 1689, and admire its collection of Oriental carpets.

Take a cable car trip to the crest of Tampa Hill, where you can look out over the terracotta roofs and thick forests of Brasov.

Take a stroll through the stunning Romanian wilderness and snap a photo of beautiful mountain panoramas in Poiana Brasov.

Itinerary

You will be collected from your Brasov accommodation in an air-conditioned European car/ minibus/ coach (depending on the number of travelers) by your English-speaking driver/ guide to kick off this Brasov and Poiana Brasov excursion. German, Italian, Spanish, and French guides are also available on request. You can also opt to be picked up from an alternate location of your choosing in Brasov.

Immerse yourself in the medieval atmosphere of Brasov, which is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, and was among the most influential Saxon cities of its time.

German colonists, who came to be known as the Transylvanian Saxons, were invited to settle in Brasov in the 12th century by the King of Hungary. The cultural and commercial prowess of the resulting settlement helped shape the course of Romanian history.

Visit the most famous landmark of Brasov, The Black Church, which is the largest gothic edifice between Vienna and Istanbul. Founded as the St. Virgin Mary Church in the 14th century, the church was renamed in 1689 after a great fire blackened its walls.

The church contains the largest bell in Romania and an extensive collection of Oriental carpets dating from the 15th to the 18th centuries. In the church courtyard you’ll find the statue of Johannes Honterus, a reformer and humanist that brought the Lutheran faith to Brasov in 1542.

Take a cable car ride to Belvedere Point at the top of Tampa Hill, which rises 900 meters above sea level and offers magnificent views over Brasov.

For a breath of fresh air, transfer to Poiana Brasov, a fairy tale location surrounded by pinewoods and glorious mountain scenery. Situated at the foot of the Postavaru Mountains, and renowned as one of the best ski resorts in Central Europe, it is among the most beautifully removed places in all of Romania. Take a leisurely nature walk here to close your tour.

Your tour concludes with a transfer back to Brasov and a drop-off at your accommodation or another location of your choosing.

Please note
Please mention your flight details at the time of booking. Please call the activity operator at least 24 hours prior to start of the tour for reconfirming departure details
For a group size of less than 9 passengers the guide will also be the driver. For larger groups there will be a guide and a separate driver
Infants under 2 years go free, however, they will not have their own seat on the coach
Inclusions
  • Accommodation/ any other location pick-up and drop-off in Brasov
  • Transportation by air-conditioned European car/ minibus/ coach (depending on the number of travelers)
  • English speaking driver/ guide (Less than 9 passengers the guide will also be the driver. For larger groups there will be a guide and a separate driver. German and French guides are also available on request)
  • Entrance fee to Black Church and cable car to Tampa Hill
  • Cable car to Belvedere Point on Tampa Hill
Exclusions
  • Meals and beverages
  • Photo and video taxes for tourist attractions
What happens after I book?
  • A booking voucher will be sent to you by email
  • Print all pages of the voucher
  • Present the voucher at the tour start point or attraction entrance
Activity schedule
When does it run?
Daily except Sundays
Duration
7 hours
Start time
0900h (09:00am)
Meeting point
Your accommodation/ any other location in Brasov. (Please mention your accommodation details at the time of booking. If you do not have this information now, please contact the local activity operator 24 hours prior to the start of the tour with these details)
Ending point
Your accommodaton/any other location in Brasov
Sale price
$123.23
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Additional information
The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have
Dos & Don'ts
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Don’t forget your camera

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