Getaway for a day to admire the most famous painted monasteries in Bucovina.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 12 hours
- Starting time 8:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Explore the beautiful and UNESCO renowned monasteries of Bucovina
- See the colors of Voronet's frescoes and the Byzantine style of Moldoviţa monastery
- Learn how the black ceramics of Marginea are made
Full description
You will meet with your guide and enjoy a day trip to Bucovina, home to one of the world’s greatest art treasures- the Painted Monasteries, listed by UNESCO since 1993 as the Churches of Moldavia.
You will start the tour with a visit to Romania’s most renowned monastery Voronet, a UNESCO northern heritage jewel whose frescoes, featuring an intense shade of blue, have become famous throughout the world. Not far from here is Humor Monastery, a small cross-shaped church built in 1530, a delight sight.
Your next stop will be Moldoviţa monastery, an architectural masterpiece in the Byzantine style included among the UNESCO world heritage sites. The last visit for the day will be at Marginea, a famous folk art center, best known for the black ceramics which are made here. You will witness the craft of moulding clay according to a unique technique. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to Iasi.
Itinerary sights:
- Voronet Monastery
- Humor Monastery
- Moldovita Monastery
- Marginea village
Includes
- Transport with a modern, well-equipped car, minibus or coach
- Travel guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Entrance fees
- Bottle of water
- Lunch (approx. 12 € / person)
- Personal expenses
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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- Passport or ID card
- Comfortable shoes
Not allowed
- Pets
