Top Bucharest Wildlife Encounters in 2026

Discover the highlights of Bucharest with this guided walking tour. Over the course of two hours, get a good overview of the city and see many of its major sites, including the Royal Palace, Parliament, Stavropoleos Monastery, Manuc’s Inn, and more, with a local guide to provide historical context and insights.

Escape the urban bustle of Bucharest for the day to discover the legends and treasures of Transylvania. Wander through the Gothic chambers and turrets of Bran Castle, nicknamed ‘Dracula’s Castle’ thanks to its spooky atmosphere and ties to Vlad the Impaler, and then feel like you’ve stepped into a fairy tale on a tour of splendid Peles Castle, the former royal residence of Romanian kings. Finally, explore one of Transylvania’s most well-preserved medieval villages on a walking tour of Brasov.

Set off for Transylvania from Bucharest during this guided tour that includes round-trip transport to Bran Castle and Peles Castle. Along with both optional castle visits, enjoy a walking tour of Brasov before your guide sets you free in the medieval town to enjoy some independent time.

See the beauty of the Transfăgărășan mountain road, even if you don’t have your own vehicle, on this small-group tour from Bucharest. Before you get there, stop at Curtea de Argeș Monastery and Poenari Citadel to learn about their history with Vlad the Impaler. In the mountains, stop at panoramic viewpoints and visit Vidraru Dam and Vidraru Lake.

Discover the thrill of Comana Adventure Park just outside Bucharest, where nature meets excitement. Engage in a variety of activities including tree climbing, boat trips on the serene lake, archery, and horseback riding. Enjoy a delicious lunch by the lake while admiring the stunning lavender fields. This private tour, lasting 4-5 hours, offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Afterward, savor an authentic Romanian grill experience at a local market, sampling traditional dishes . - Enjoy a range of activities like tree climbing and archery in Comana Park - Take a scenic boat trip on the lake and explore lavender fields - Savor a traditional Romanian grill lunch at a local market - Experience a private tour tailored for nature lovers and adventure seekers

One of the most astonishing trails from the Romanian Carpathian Mountains, starts on the famous Transfagarasan Road and ends, after breathtaking waterfalls, stairs and adrenaline passages at the Vidraru Dam, the highest and definitely the most beautiful dam from Romania. It is a complex route, but not very difficult, being well laid out. But hiking shoes and extra clothes are required.

Go beyond the city and see a different side of Romania without having to sort out logistics with this snowmobiling tour in the Carpathian Mountains. Meet your driver at your hotel and head out to the mountains, passing by Peles Castle along the way. Then hop aboard a snowmobile built for two people and enjoy around an hour of zipping around on the powder.

Head up into the Bucegi Mountains with this private day tour from Bucharest to Scropoasa Lake and the Zanoaga Canyon. You'll walk along beautiful trails and over to Scropoasa Lake and Zanoaga Canyon, with a stop along the way to check out cascading waterfalls, known for their clean, pure waters.