Private Tour

Maramures in a nutshell

Overview

Available languages

English

Italian

French

9 hours

Mobile ticket

-this is brought to you by MaramuresbyRadu&Friends

-visits to Merry Cemetery – Stan Ioan Patras Museum – 2 Unesco World Heritage churches – Barsana Monastery

-walk around the village, discover the beauty of the country side

-traditional lunch

-you’ll get the chance to try on traditional clothes

-get to know the local artisans

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Wheelchair partially accessible

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Merry Cemetery

Walk around and read the empiric tombstones

30 minutes • Admission Included

Barsana Monastery

Visit the place, while listening about the church's legends and stories. Old religious artifacts Museum.

1 hour • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

lunch with drinks (water and local spirits).

Pickup points

Gradina Morii Hotel

Mihai Eminescu 97, Gradina Morii Park 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

Options

Maramures in a nutshell

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

13 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great Tour
Scott S,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was one of the best tours we took in our 4 weeks in Europe. Ioana was very personable, friendly and was a wealth of knowledge. She shared many insights not only about things on the tour but living in Romania as well. Our lunch was fantastic at a local inn. I don't have enough positive adjectives in my vocabulary to describe how great this tour was. Merry Cemetery was so unique and we even got to meet the family who creates to tombstone.
Culture, history and fun activities for families with children
Cristina-Cuckoo,,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a family summer camp organised by Radu and his colleagues and as part of the activities, he showed us the best landmarks of Maramureș region with visits to the merry cemetery, a walk in the forest around the village of Breb and some artisans from the community. The explanations were really beautiful and adapted for both children and adults. He also took us to a local restaurant and we had a lovely lunch - our kids loved the soup! We definitely recommend this tour and their services if you want to experience the authentic rural Maramureș!
Good experience!
455adrianaalexandras,,Aug 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Good tour. The guide picked us up at the hostel and adapted the explanations to the hostel's buildings. He provided an introduction for the area to link the different spots to visit. He also knew very locals who showed us how they live and work. No much walking and also responded to all our questions. He also has good english. All in all, good experience!
A peaceful time
NorthStar51267020899,,Jan 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Transportation in the Maramures region is not very convenient, so I felt the need to hire a guide, and so I applied for this tour. We visited many spots, and along the way, the guide told us many stories about history and culture. He was very friendly and polite. Also, when I told him my desired places to stop, he stopped and suggested additional local spots. It was a wonderful experience. Unfortunately, it was the New Year's holiday season, so I was unable to meet the weaving artisans shown in the photos. Although this was unavoidable, it was the number one reason I applied for this tour, so if I had known in advance, I would not have participated. Although this is a special case, there are times like this, so I recommend that you be careful about the time you apply and inquire in advance about any concerns you may have.
Great day
penelopem456,,Aug 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ioana was a very knowledgeable and friendly guide and made the day very interesting. Cannot recommend highly enough..
The best thing we could have done.
Peter S,,Jul 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The Merry Cemetry including visiting the craftsman. Followed by lunch in Breb and the visit whirlpool carpet washing. Above all stands Ioana, our guide. We learnd so much from her and she didn't get tired of our questions.
Great trip!
Jansaspor73,,May 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great trip with our guide Radu! He explained a lot about the country, landscape, people. Had a great time, highly recommended!
Excellent overview of the Maramures area. I felt more like a resident than a tourist.
UrbainGrandier,,Dec 28, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent overview of the Maramures areas described. Everything was very personally tailored. I could stop if I saw something interesting, spend time where I would like. I would even do the whole tour again just to spend even more time in Breb, visit Desist during mass hours, same with Sapanta, and walk closer to the tallest wooden church near the Merry Cemetery. My day ended in Barsana so I was able to spend quite a bit of time enjoying the beautiful music of the Christmas mass. An astounding unforgettable day and Radu is just the guide you need to see everything you want to see and learn about where you and and where he is taking. you. I'm glad I was able to fill up my Christmas Day with such an amazing journey though I'm looking forward to more adventures with Radu when the streets are less slushy! I saw much more than I had imagined, and will definitely look Radu up for further adventures.
Brilliant day with a brilliant guide Radu
Victoria d,,Sep 13, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a fantastic day with Radu - very friendly, knowledgeable, professional, punctual guide (and a good driver as well!). The tour itself was amazing and the churches and countryside so beautiful. We had a delicious lunch too. Would definitely recommend this tour with Radu, the area of Romania is a must see.
Discovering the delights of Maramures & Bucovina at grassroots (& mud) level!
pennyfarthing2016,,Jun 19, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
All the way from New Zealand, I had the most delightful experience trekking with Radu. I totally enjoyed Radu's leadership and friendship. He is such a Natural in this role. He took great care of us in a casual but effective manner. Never got upset with us. Patient. And a great sense of humour. Just a darn good friend to be with. Full of knowledge & resources. Amending our schedule/itinerary to suit the inclement weather. Trying to avoid the mud and the rain. What fun!? We discovered so many intimate moments of the lives of the Romanian country folk. Full of homemade goodness & colour. Quaint & a step back in time. Fascinating, all of it !! Thank you Radu ! The memories will remain with me forever with the help of a million photos !