Location / Transport
The workshop will take place in Pestera, ROMANIA close to the famous Dracula Castle in Bran. Our workshops
will take place in the recently renovated local school.
We have deliberately chosen the location for it's remoteness and beauty. This makes it a little challenging to reach, especially for those without cars.
Travelling from outside RomaniaBucharest is the closest major city (around 3,5 hours drive) and is well served with both regular and budget flights to it's two international airports as well as rail links to other European cities (if you have time on your hands!).
There are various options to get to Pestera depending on your budget and how much time you have. We recognise it might be a bit daunting to get around in an unfamiliar country and we will do our very best to assist.
When you make
your booking we'll discuss with you the various options and how we can
help.
Travelling from within RomaniaBrasov is the closest city (around 45 minutes drive) and has good rail and bus connections to the rest of the country. Taxis can take you to Pestera from the rail station.
If you are coming by car just let us know and we'll provide detailed directions.
Timing
We start on Sunday 29th August with registration and orientation at 15.00.
The workshop starts at 16.00.
We finish on Saturday 4th September at 13.00.
Tuition
Individual Rate
€505 if paid by 31st March
€575 if paid after 31st March
Corporate Rate
€915
Places are limited to 30 and full payment will guarantee your place on the
workshop.
Food and accommodation
We offer an accommodation package for a price of
€210 that includes:
- 6 nights at one of 2, family run guest houses which are basic, clean, have shared bathrooms and are a short walk from the workshop location.
- all meals, starting with evening meal on 29th August through to lunch on 4th September. Food is is all home-cooked with local produce and special dietary needs can be catered for (please tell us when booking!).
If you would prefer more luxurious accommodation we can provide contact details for the local hotel (about 5 minutes drive from the workshop rooms). In this case, lunch and dinner can be taken with the rest of the group on a meal by meal basis plus a small charge for coffee/tea during the day.
Please bear in mind that there is limited accommodation in the area and is likely to get booked quite early.
What To Bring
We'll send more a detailed information package once you've booked your place.
This time of year is a very pleasant temperature in the mountains though it can get a little cooler in the evenings. Hill and mountain trekking are both possible here.
And important for some ... mosquitoes, while not unheard of, are extremely rare here.
Cancellation Policy
In the unlikely event we have to cancel the event then you will get a full refund.
You will also get a full refund if you cancel more than 3 weeks before the start.
In other cases we will only refund the fee if you find a replacement.