Overview
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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.
Additional Info
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.
What To Expect
The wooden church from Desesti was built in 1770 and the painting inside the church is very well preserved.
St Nicholas Church in Budesti Josani
The church from Budesti was built in 1643 and is one of largest wooden church built in Maramures.
Options
Maramures Guided Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Merry Cemetery
Desesti church
Budesti church
Pickup points
Casa Huber
Str. Iuliu Maniu 28 Sighetu Marmatiei Romania
Hotel Casa Huber
Strada Iuliu Maniu 28 Sighetu Marmatiei Romania
Gradina Morii Hotel
Mihai Eminescu 97, Gradina Morii Park Sighetu Marmatiei Romania
Do Step Inn
Strada Horea 25 Sighetu Marmatiei Romania
Perla Sigheteana
Str. Avram Inacu 65/A, Sighetu Marmatiei Romania
Hotel Buti
Str. Simion Barnutiu 10 Sighetu Marmatiei Romania
Casa Papitu
Strada Sugau 149M Vadu Izei Romania
Regal Guesthouse
Str. Muzeului Sighetu Marmatiei Romania
Hotel Iza
Faget Street, No. 88D Sighetu Marmatiei Romania
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Maramures tour
Mike P,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Florien was a good guide to the area. We visited two wooden churches from the 17th and 18th centuries, the Merry Cemetery, a working mill, a newer large monastery complex from the 90s, and I learned quite a bit from him over our 5-6 hours together. I highly recommend his tour, you’re in good hands with Florien.
Informative and Personal Tour Guide
michaelpS9643LB,Apr 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My tour of Maramureș with Florin was an absolute highlight of our trip. From the moment I met him (he provided a transfer from the airport in Baia Mare) it was clear I was the hands of someone who not only knows the region inside and out, but also deeply loves its history, culture, and people. Florin was warm, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable. He tailored the experience to my interests, sharing insights into local traditions, architecture, and daily life that you simply wouldn’t get from a guidebook. His storytelling brought the region’s rich heritage to life in a way that was both informative and deeply personal. I was lucky to be invited to stop at his home, a pensione, to enjoy a delicious light lunch prepared by his wife. Whether we were exploring wooden churches, meeting local craftspeople, or hearing stories passed down through generations, Florin made every moment feel special and genuine. If you want to truly experience the heart of Maramureș, I can’t recommend Florin highly enough.
Excellent experience with local guide
rii44,Oct 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A friend and I stayed at the guesthouse and did 2 of the guided tours (Maramures and Suceava). I speak both English and Romanian and she only speaks English. The guesthouse and guided tour were such a great experience. Florin has grown up in the area and was a patient and very knowledgeable host, and with him we saw several places we would not even have known to see on our own - we were able to go inside some of the older and sometimes overlooked beautiful painted wooden churches. In general everything was taken care of - Florin also picked us up from the train station, and we got delicious homemade food. Definitely recommend.
Wonderful experience!
Lindatere,Jun 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I am a Uruguayan woman, who have visited Romania, on her own. A few months before travelling, I contacted Florín. I told him which places I wanted to visit, in 4 days. After that, Florin suggested me the possible itinerary. So, Florin picked me up in Suceava and we began the three - day tour, through Bucovina, Bicaz Gorge and Maramures. I spent 1 night accomodation, with dinner and breakfast in Muntean House, and the fourth day, he did the transfer to Sighisoara, visiting some places on the way. I have to say that dinner and breakfast were delicious, and Florin's wife was very kind. The visits were wonderful, made calmly, with good explanations, and a lot of kindness. Florin was very patient. I am very grateful to Florin, who helped me to visit these incredible places and live such beautiful experiences. I wouldn't have been able to do it on my own.
Wonderful days!
I9458MSclaudian,May 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I spent two days with Florin. First day Maramures tour to the wooden churches and local handicrafts men, then the second day doing all day drive from Maramures to Suceava, stopping to see the painted monasteries along the way. Both days were really wonderful, very comfortable SUV, lots of staff to see and quite good pricing comparing to other tours offered in the area. I highly recommend Flkrin, he is very informative, helpful and polite!
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