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Sibiu > Rural Gastronomy and Village Crafts around UNESCO Biertan

By Agramonia - Rural Romanian Experiences
Free cancellation available
Price is $268 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Begin your adventure in Brateiu, where you’ll visit a traditional Roma family and watch coppersmith Emil Caldarar showcase his skills. In the Saxon village of Copșa Mare, participate in a hands-on felt workshop and enjoy a delicious homemade three-course meal prepared by our local host. Savor authentic Transylvanian gastronomy while learning about local bread-making traditions. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage fortified church in Biertan and enjoy local wines paired with village cheeses at a traditional farm.

The highlights of our tour:

  • Visit traditional Roma and Saxon villages for unique cultural insights
  • Participate in hands-on workshops including felt-making
  • Enjoy a traditional three-course meal made with local organic ingredients
  • Taste local wine in Biertan
  • Explore historic sites including UNESCO fortified churches

Activity location

  • Brateiu
    • Brateiu, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Brateiu
    • Brateiu, Romania

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Sibiu > Rural Gastronomy and Village Crafts around UNESCO Biertan
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00am
Price details
$267.97 x 1 Adult$267.97
Total
Price is $267.97
Until Thu, Oct 30

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Wine tasting at a traditional farm in Biertan
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hands-on felt workshop with local artisan Iordan Ilie in Copșa Mare
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Traditional homemade three-course meal at Simona's home in Copșa Mare (prepared with local farm products)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Village cheese pairing during wine tasting
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Round-trip transportation from Sibiu
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance/exploration of Copșa Mare Fortified Church
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Traditional bread-making demonstration in a wood-fired oven
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to a traditional Roma coppersmith's family in Brateiu
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance/exploration of Biertan UNESCO World Heritage Fortified Church
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips & Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No children under 14 years old.

Activity itinerary

Brateiu
  • 45m
Travelers will visit a traditional Roma family and meet Emil Caldarar, a skilled coppersmith. They will witness a fascinating demonstration of traditional copper processing and gain unique insights into Roma culture, including their traditional clothing and rich heritage.
Copsa Mare
  • 1h
Travelers will participate in a hands-on felt workshop with local artisan Iordan Ilie, learning the ancient technique of wool quilting using the wet method. This interactive session also offers a chance to discuss the history of the Saxon villages and their distinctive symbols.
Copsa Mare
  • 1h 30m
Travelers will enjoy a traditional homemade three-course meal at Simona's welcoming home, prepared with local farm products. As they savor these authentic dishes, Simona will explain everything about traditional Transylvanian gastronomy. They will also witness a fascinating bread-making demonstration, learning how fresh bread is prepared in a traditional wood-fired oven.
Copsa Mare Fortified Church
  • 25m
  • Admission ticket included
Before leaving Copșa Mare, travelers will explore its historic fortified church. This impressive 16th-century Gothic structure boasts significant historical details and fortifications, offering a glimpse into the village's defensive past and unique architecture.
Biertan Fortified Church
  • 35m
  • Admission ticket included
Travelers will discover this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage fortified church. They will explore its iconic 'marriage prison,' the ancient Catholic Tower with pre-reformation wall paintings, and ascend the famous shingle-covered stairway, exploring centuries of history within its formidable walls.
Biertan
  • 1h 10m
Travelers will immerse themselves in rural life with a visit to Dani Dorin Alin's traditional farm. They will enjoy a delightful wine tasting of local village wines, perfectly paired with village cheeses. They'll also meet the various farm animals and have the opportunity to relax in his charming cellar and beautiful yard.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Brateiu
    • Brateiu, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Brateiu
    • Brateiu, Romania

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