About this experience
Maramures is the region where ancient traditions, the folk costumes and old art are preserved like nowhere else in Romania. The wooden churches are true folk art masterpieces. You will visit 2 of the best world heritage wooden churches.
The carved wooden gates have been the symbol of Maramures for a long time and you will see them on Iza Valley and Mara Valley. You will see also handicrafts men and the famous Merry Cemetery from Sapanta.
The tour will help you to understand better the history and the culture in Maramures.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr–7 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr–7 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Merry Cemetery
- Desesti church
- Budesti church
Itinerary and highlights
The wooden church from Desesti was built in 1770 and the painting inside the church is very well preserved.
The church from Budesti was built in 1643 and is one of largest wooden church built in Maramures.
In Sarbi you can visit a distillery for making "horinca" a traditional fruit brandy and a water mill which grinds the corn using rocks and water power.
One of the most popular site in Maramures, Barsana Monastery has 14 buildings and was built in traditional architecture.
In Barsana you will visit handicrafts men - carving wood.
Merry Cemetery have about 800 crosses and each grave is marked with a beautifully carved wooden cross, painted in blue and with a poem saying something about the life of the decesed.
Meeting and pickup information
- Free pickup from your hotel in Sighetu Marmatiei. Pick up from other cities in Maramures will have an additional cost.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Pensiunea Casa Muntean Guided Tours Maramures
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total time is more or less 7 hours. The rest is driving between sites, pick up and dropping back.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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