Private Day Tour: Sighișoara, Biertan & Viscri from Sibiu

Three fortified churches and a medieval citadel in one morning and afternoon

A private day tour from Sibiu exploring three UNESCO-listed Saxon villages in Transylvania: the 15th-century Biertan Fortified Church, the Clock Tower and covered staircase of Sighișoara's walled citadel, and the 12th-century church and rural life of Viscri. Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, parking, and an English or German-speaking guide are included. Admission to Biertan church costs extra.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Sighișoara, Biertan, and Viscri

• Depart from Sibiu at 10:00
• Visit Biertan Fortified Church
• Explore Sighișoara medieval town
• See the Clock Tower and museum
• Visit Vlad the Impaler's birthplace
• Climb Covered Staircase to Church on the Hill
• Tour Viscri Fortified Church and village
• Experience local Saxon culture in Viscri

The experience

The tour leaves Sibiu at 10:00 and heads first to Biertan, about 40 minutes away through Transylvanian countryside. The village centers on its fortified church: a 15th-century Gothic structure with Renaissance details and defensive walls that made it a center of Lutheranism in the region. You walk the village itself, seeing the peaceful surroundings and the architecture that earned it UNESCO status.

Sighișoara comes next, the day's main stop. The medieval citadel is one of Europe's best-preserved walled towns, and the Clock Tower, the symbol of the citadel, sits at its heart with a museum and views across the rooftops. You can climb the Covered Staircase up to the Church on the Hill, a 13th-century building that overlooks the whole town, or explore the Stag House and other medieval homes on the narrow streets below. The birthplace of Vlad the Impaler is here too, if history and folklore interest you.

The final stop is Viscri, a traditional Saxon village where horse-drawn carts still move through cobblestone streets and local craftsmanship remains part of daily life. The 12th-century fortified church here is simpler in style than Biertan's but no less significant: its defensive walls and Saxon design are what made the whole village a UNESCO site. You walk through to see how people live, photograph the rolling hills and rustic buildings, and understand what rural Transylvania looks like when tourism has not yet reshaped it.

What’s included

• Transport in a modern air-conditioned car or van from and to your Sibiu accommodation.
• all parking and road taxes.
• a map of Romania.
• an English or German-speaking specialized guide and driver for the full day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (5 and older) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 40 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Carpathian Travel Center

Is this one for you?Your guide speaks English or German, so choose based on which language you're comfortable with for eight to ten hours of commentary. The private format means the pace and stops adjust to your group's interests, whether you want to linger at the Clock Tower or spend more time photographing Viscri's village life.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and German.

What's the Clock Tower in Sighișoara and why is it the symbol of the citadel?

The Clock Tower is the most recognizable landmark in Sighișoara's medieval citadel, standing at its center. It houses a museum and offers views across the town and surrounding countryside from the top, making it the focal point of the walled town's layout and history.

Can I climb up to the Church on the Hill, and what will I see from there?

Yes, the Covered Staircase leads up to the Church on the Hill (Biserica din Deal), a 13th-century building on a hilltop. From there you get views across Sighișoara and its surroundings, so it's worth the climb if you want to see the citadel from above.

What makes Biertan's fortified church different from the one in Viscri?

Biertan's church, built in the 15th century, is a larger Gothic-Renaissance structure with intricate stonework and was a major center of Lutheranism in Transylvania. Viscri's 12th-century church is simpler in design but equally important: its defensive walls and Saxon style are what earned the whole village UNESCO protection.

How much time do we spend in each village, and how long is the drive between them?

The tour runs 8 to 10 hours total. Sibiu to Biertan takes about 40 to 45 minutes by car. The route is scenic and passes through countryside. The itinerary gives you time to walk Biertan and Viscri and explore Sighișoara's citadel, though the exact breakdown depends on your group's pace and interests.

Is food included, or should I plan to eat in one of the villages?

Food and drinks are not included in the tour price. You'll have time to eat in Sighișoara or one of the other villages, so plan accordingly or bring something with you.

Do I need to pay extra to enter the churches?

Entry to Biertan Fortified Church costs 7 euros extra. Viscri's church is also a UNESCO site, and entry details depend on current access. Your guide will advise on the day. Sighișoara's Church on the Hill is accessible as part of walking the citadel.