Reservation Hotline | +40748644309
Agramonia
GermanGerman RomanianRomanian

Fortified Churches & Shepherd visit in Sibiu

A day-tour offered by Corina Todea

Guided Tour
 Sibiu

Fortified Churches & Shepherd visit

Corina Todea
Dec - Nov

Embark on an exciting full-day tour from Sibiu, diving deep into the rich history and authentic farm life of rural Transylvania. Explore medieval fortified churches such as the 13th-century Cistercian Monastery in Cârța, the Romanesque basilica in Șomartin, and the impressive fortified church in Cincu. Immerse yourself in local traditions with an authentic visit to a sheepfold in Seliștat, where you'll taste fresh milk and local cheeses like caș, urdă, and telemea, straight from the farm. Savor a rich, traditional Romanian lunch prepared with local ingredients. Discover unique natural mounds and local legends in Movile. End your journey in Stejărișu with a delightful horse-drawn carriage ride through the rustic village and explore the 14th-century fortified church, famous for its unique 'Bacon Tower'.

1525.00 Lei (291.52€)
    10 h
Availibility :
  • Sunday 09 am
  • Monday 09 am
  • Thursday 09 am
  • Friday 09 am
  • Saturday 09 am
Booking Details :
Adults:
15 + years
(15 + years)
Children:
3 - 15 years
(3 - 15 years)

Pay 15 % in advance

Pay 85 % on arrival

Total Price :

The organizer has the option to decline your reservation in the next 12 hours.

Step
1

Cârța Monastery
Step Image

Your adventure begins with a journey to Cârța, home to an impressive 13th-century Cistercian Monastery. Discover the captivating story of the Cistercian monks who founded this isolated abbey in 1202.

Step
2

Fortified Church of Somartin
Step Image

Next, travel to Somartin to visit its beautiful 13th-century Romanesque basilica. Admire the detailed Baroque altar from 1730 by Johann Martin Stock and the large Samuel Mätz organ, as you learn about the church’s vital role in the community’s historic fortifications.

Step
3

Cincu Fortified Church
Step Image

Continue your exploration in Cincu, at the impressive fortified church from the 13th century. The basilica has a tower over 49 meters high. Inside, admire the 1521 altar with Doubting "Thomas";, historical epitaphs and a Renaissance pulpit, all built through the collective strength of the forefathers.

Step
4

Sheepfold and Cheese Tasting
Step Image

Visit a pastoral sheepfold in Seliștat. Meet farm animals (sheep, cows, buffaloes, goats, guard dogs) and learn about Romanian agriculture. Savor fresh milk and local cheeses (caș, urdă, telemea) directly from the source.

Step
5

The Hills Mounds
Step Image

Journey through the sprawling hills of Movile, with a hike through unique natural mounds. Learn about captivating local legends and gain insight into the region's ancient geological and cultural history.

Step
6

Carriage Ride
Step Image

Enjoy a scenic horse-drawn carriage ride through the rustic village of Stejărișu, alongside a local farmer, absorbing the serene rural atmosphere – a simple yet profound mode of transportation that connects us to the past.

Step
7

Fortified Church of Stejărișu
Step Image

We will explore the fortified church from the 14th century, famous for its unique "Speckturm" (Lard Tower) – a traditional storage area for lard that still houses local products, a special testament to the community's ingenuity.

This event is organized by Corina Todea

Why do you want to show people your region?

Transylvania has a vast cultural heritage and a rich history. It is also a region where, for hundreds of years, different ethnic communities have lived together. I want to offer authentic tours that make tourists understand the diversity of this region and experience fragments of rural life.

1/4

Which are your favorite places?

Hârtibaci Valley, Retezat Mountains, Corvin Castle

2/4

What challenges do you see for Romanian villages?

Multiple challenges. I will focus on those in my field, tourism. There are many villages in Romania with tourism potential (natural, cultural, etc.). Unfortunately, many times the local population is not trained to offer complete tourism experiences, either because of vision, or due to lack of technological skills or knowledge of foreign languages.

3/4

What challenges do you see for Romanian villages?

Dear tourists, visit Romania! Transform your visit into an experience of exploration and knowledge! I am here, ready to offer you some authentic tours that will bring you close to the Romanian cultural essences.

4/4