Three days tour of Iasi and UNESCO Painted Monasteries

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About this activity

Come and discover one of the most beautiful regions in Romania. You are going to explore the picturesque Bucovina and Neamt areas including the famous painted monasteries, part of the UNESCO Patrimony and discover the rural way of living in the villages where traditions are still passed on from generation to generation. At the end of the tour we will dedicate our time to Iasi, in order to enjoy the charming of the most romantic city in Romania.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English, Italian, French
Operated by: Rolandia

Ages: Children (5–13 years) · Adults (14–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional English-speaking guide
Included: Entrance fees
Included: Transportation in a modern vehicle
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: Accommodation for 3 nights in centrally located hotels

Not included

Not included: Plane tickets
Not included: Travel insurance
Not included: Meals, other than mentioned in the itinerary, and alcoholic beverages
Not included: Personal expenses such as room service, beverages, souvenirs, etc.

Itinerary

Day 1 · Iasi City Tour

Centrul Istoric Iasi

4 hours Admission included

In Iasi, you will take a stroll through the Stephan the Great Boulevard, and discover the bohemian atmosphere of the city. You will admire the Rozoveanu Palace and the oldest national theatre in Romania, the „Vasile Alecsandri” National Theatre, as well as two of Iasi’s most important religious sites: the Three Hierarchs Church and the Metropolitan Cathedral. Next up we will visit the most important landmark of Iasi, the Palace of Culture, and its beautiful Clock Tower. We will also visit the Golia Monastery, and our city tour will end at the Library of the „Gheorghe Asachi” Technical University.

Overnight in Iasi

Day 2 · Iasi - Voronet Monastery - Moldovita Monastery - Sucevita Monastery - Marginea Pottery - Gura Humorului

Manastirea Voronet

one hour Admission included

Your first stop will be at the crown jewel of the Painted Monasteries, Voronet. Voronet Monastery is famous due to its frescoes painted in a shade of blue whose composition remains a mystery to the modern world.
Manastirea Moldovika

one hour Admission included

After Voronet, you will visit Moldovita Monastery. Here, you will be witness to the art of egg dyeing, a craft which is specific to this region of the country.
Sucevita Monastery

one hour Admission included

Sucevita is the only Painted Monastery surrounded by fortified walls. The religious edifice is part of the UNESCO heritage and was built in a Moldavian style, with Gothic and Byzantine influences. Its murals are dominated by the color green, obtained through an ancient technique from natural pigments.
Ceramica neagra Marginea

one hour

At Marginea, you will discover the famous art of black pottery in one of the last black pottery workshops in the country.

Overnight in Gura Humorului

Day 3 · Gura Humorului - Neamt Fortress - Popa Museum - Iasi

Neamt Fortress

one hour Admission included

You will visit the Neamt Fortress, an important military and historical landmark that survived the siege of Sultan Mehmed II, the conqueror of Constantinople.
The Popa Museum

one hour Admission included

Before heading back to Iasi, we will step inside a private peasant museum. The museum has the name of Nicolae Popa, a local sculptor and a true creator of folklore. Here, you can witness his creation and try on the ritual masks and traditional costumes.

Overnight in Iasi

Day 4 · Departure from Iasi

Centrul Istoric Iasi

one hour

You will be transferred to the airport according to your flight schedule.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Moldova Hotel
Hotel Bellaria
Hampton by Hilton Iasi
Hotel Ciric
Hotel Select Iasi
Hotel Dorobanti
Hotel International Iasi
Grand Hotel Traian
Pensiunea Moldotour
Pensiunea Cristian
Iasi Airport
Astoria Hotel

and 8 more pickup points

We pick up from any hotel in Iasi

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Please note: entrance tickets and transport included. This voucher will not be accepted if presented directly at the venue.
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Minimum age is 18 years
You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Offer is per person based on 2 people sharing a double room;
Children must be accompanied by an adult;
Not wheelchair accessible;
Price is per person based on 2 people sharing a double room. Travelers who wish to stay in a single room must pay the single supplement fee.