The painted Monasteries of Bucovina

The painted Monasteries of Bucovina 2020-04-11T17:21:38+00:00

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The painted monasteries of Bucovina

Unique UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Painted Monasteries in Bucovina are a must see for each traveller coming to Romania . Discover with us the main monasteries in this 4 days tour.

  • Day 1: Cluj – Panoramic City Tour

  • Day 2: Cluj – Moldovita and Humor Monasteries – Gura Humorului

  • Day 3: Sucevita and Voronet Monasteries

  • Day 4: Gura Humorului – Cluj Airport

Day 1: Cluj – Panoramic City Tour

Arrival to Cluj Airport and transfer to your hotel. In late afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the city. Located in the northwest of the country,the city stands out for its streets and squares. The architecture of the center makes the entire neighborhood a monument in itself. Overnight in Cluj.

Day 2: Cluj – Moldovita and Humor Monasteries – Gura Humorului

Check out and travel to Bucovina region and have the chance to discover some of the Romanian greatest art treasures: the painted monasteries. Built in the 15th and 16th centuries and featuring colorful exteriors of frescoes depicting dramatic religious scenes, these richly decorated houses of worship are unique in the world. First stop will be at Moldovita Monastery with beautiful frescoes decorating the outside of the church, colorful and vivid, reflecting biblical and historical scenes. Continue to Humor monastery, built in 1530 is decorated with Byzantine frescoes . Overnight in Gura Humorului.

Day 3: Sucevita and Voronet Monasteries

Continue our journey and discover other hidden gems, visit Voronet Monastery or “Sistine Chapel of the East,” with the blue paint known throughout the world as Voronet Blue. Enjoy a traditional lunch, in Bucovina, the gastronomy it’s highly appreciated as they use mostly local ingredients. In the afternoon, visit of Sucevita Monastery, founded in 1581, princely residence as well as a fortified monastery,boasts a magnificent depiction of the Ladder to Paradise. Overnight in Gura Humorului.

Day 4: Gura Humorului – Cluj Airport

Check out and transfer back to Cluj airport.