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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
If you don't have more than 2 hour to spare but you want to see Bucharest guided by a private driver who is also a tour guide, who can explain you about the history, interesting stories and communism times? You hit the jackpot this time! Book Us!
– All car expenses, such as gasoline, parking and road tolls
– Great flexibility regarding changes to the daily itinerary even after the start of the tour
– Private car (Tourism or Minibus) only for you and your friends/family
– All taxes
– A private, licensed English speaking guide/driver, available throughout the tour
– Food and Drinks
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
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Traveler pickup
Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), Calea Bucureştilor 224E, Otopeni 075150, Romania
Palace of Parliament, Bucharest, Romania In this Bucharest city tour at the Palace of Parliament or People’s House – you will learn how dangerous and damaging a totalitarian regime like communism can be for a nation. You will feel small seeing what pointless opulence and megalomania “the sleep of reason” can create.
Imagine you have the chance to see the second-largest administrative building on the planet, after the Pentagon, and that it will be an experience you will be able to share with your grandchildren.
Muzeul National al Satului "Dimitrie Gusti", Bucharest, Romania In this Bucharest city tour, you will visit The National Village Museum – in one place, you will see an embodiment of Romanian traditions and you will learn what it meant for Romanian villagers to have built an ecological and sustainable environment in their backyard. You will also get a glimpse of their simple and modest lifestyle, in social and spiritual harmony with their surroundings.
Book a guide in Bucharest and you will enter the universe of the traditional Romanian houses, large or small, made of wood and adobe, but also stone and other materials, from all areas of the country. You will also see national symbols such as the mill or the wooden church and you will learn how these treasures of spirituality and civilization have kept us united for thousands of years, without needing to invade other nations.
Piaka Revolukiei, Bucharest, Romania In this private tour about communism, you can be transported back in time to the moment where the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu was ousted, leaving behind the secrets of a great fortune and controversies about the state security service and his offshore accounts.
As we mentioned earlier, when we reach the Senate Palace, you will see the building which used to house the Central Committee of the Romanian Communist Party and the place where the Revolution of December 1989 started – a major historical event whereby, through human force and sacrifice, Ceausescu was removed from power.
Ceausescu Mansion, Bucharest, Romania The “Ceauşescu Mansion” was for a quarter of a century (1965-1989) the private residence of Nicolae and Elena Ceauşescu and of their children, Nicu, Zoia, and Valentin.
Triumph Arch (Arcul de Triumf), Bucharest, Romania Much like any arch of triumph in the world, but most similar to the great Arc de Triomphe from Paris, this historical monument, measuring 27 m in height (about 16 times a person’s average height) carries a rich historical significance, especially since it has gone through numerous changes before reaching the design we see today.
Aside from its awe-inspiring grandeur and imposing structure, a symbol of the fight for freedom, with some luck, you will be able to admire four exhibits:
The Great War for the Unification of Romania (photography and film), The Heraldry of the Great Boyar Families (bronze effigies, photographs), The Arch of Triumph in Pictures (photographs, scale models), The Great Union of 1918
Ateneul Roman, Bucharest, Romania In a day trip at the Romanian Athenaeum you will find yourself in front of the most representative symbol of Romanian culture, often considered a symbol of Bucharest as well.
It is only natural that it should be one of the most important tourist attractions in Bucharest, and in Romania as well.
The fact that it is part of the European Heritage list (le Patrimoine Européen) of historical landmarks makes the Athenaeum one of the most visited attractions in Bucharest.
Calea Victoriei, Bucharest, Romania Here you can find culture, fashion and history at its finest: boyar houses, luxury stores, churches, restaurants, cafes, inns, museums, casinos, state institutions and statues, all of which are worth admiring and photographing.
The most important tourist attractions found here are: The Royal Palace, the Senate Palace or the Central Committee of the Romanian Communist Party, wherefrom Ceausescu fled the country during the Revolution, the National History Museum (formerly the Post Palace), The Lady’s Church, the CEC Palace (the CEC headquarters), the Palace of the National Military Circle, Cantacuzino Palace, hotels, restaurants, the Central University Library, and many others.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Safari663385
29 Nov 2022
Nicolas made the short walking tour for our employees informative and fun. We were in Bucharest for Sales Meetings and wanted to give our team the chance to learn something about the city and take in some sites whilst we were here. The team thoroughly enjoyed learning about the history of the city and such beautiful buildings that we were surrounded by in very close proximity to the hotel we were staying at. A really great experience and one we would highly recommend. Thank you Sarah
aminney2022
15 Oct 2022
The complete experience was amazing! great information and route, the guide speaks spanish and knows a lot,
Suzanne_S
04 Aug 2022
Nicolas was a wonderful guide and was pretty funny too. His stories and humor kept all of us engaged in his explanations of the historic sites and even his own family life under communism. We enjoyed a snack at a tasty eclair shop that is his favorite. We were so satisfied with his service that I asked him to also help with our airport transfer later in the week.
This tour in
Bucharest
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Nicolas Experience Tours
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