Top Romania Day Trips - page 3

From the spooky to the sublime, you can still see the best of Transylvania even without staying the night on this day trip from Bucharest. Traveling with a group, visit the summer home of Romanian royals at storybook Peles Castle, and then conjure up images of Count Dracula at Gothic Bran Castle. The well-paced itinerary also leaves time for a stop in the medieval city of Brasov, known for its blackened church.

If you’re looking to explore Romania’s most impressive castles but don’t have a way to get around to them all, book this Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Cantacuzino Castle Tour from Brasov that provides more than just transport. Along with round-trip transport from Brasov, visit all three castles with a guide who organizes a private tour inside them all. Plus, a stop at Manastirea Sinaia is also made to take in the great views.

Hike among the spectacular Carpathian Mountains on a trekking tour of Piatra Craiului National Park. Follow one of two routes on a half-day hike through alpine meadows, fragrant forests, and country villages that seem untouched by time. Exploring in a small group ensures that you can walk at a pace that suits the entire group. See the cavernous Zarnesti Gorge, and learn about the traditional rural industries of cheese-making and shepherding.

Immerse yourself in the charm and mystery of Transylvania on a 10-hour small-group tour from Brasov. This full-day excursion is perfect for travelers who want to go beyond the typical tourist path. The itinerary includes Rupea Fortress, plus the UNESCO listed Viscri Fortified Church and Sighisoara Historic Center. Engaging commentary from your guide, plus free time to explore each location on your own ensure a balanced tour experience.

The countryside surrounding Bucharest is among the most picturesque in Romania, but visiting its main sights on your own can be a hassle. With this guided tour, see highlights like medieval monasteries, palaces, and Dracula’s tomb in one day without the stress of driving. Take in the scenic landscape and villages as you travel via minivan through the lake country, learning about the local history and culture from your driver.

We will see beathtaking mountain views , villages the way were hundreds of years ago , virgin forests , domestic animals in their backyard

Visit the largest brown bear sanctuary in Europe and Bran Castle in one day on this small-group tour with a professional English-speaking guide. See rescued brown bears and learn about their rehabilitation efforts at the Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti. Afterwards, explore the Gothic Bran Castle, more popularly known as Dracula’s Castle, with your guide to provide historical context and insights. Hotel pickup from central Bucharest is included for convenience.

Explore Transylvania’s castles and historic sites on a private tour that’s tailored to your interests—a personalized alternative to group tours with fixed itineraries. After visiting Peles Castle and Bran Castle (aka Dracula’s Castle), choose the last stop yourself, whether that's the impressive Rasnov Fortress or the hiking paths through the mountains at Poiana Brasov. Admission tickets are your own expense so you can pick what’s important to you.

Cruise along one of Europe's most scenic mountain roads on a day trip to the Transfagarasan Road—an alpine pass featuring countless switchbacks and spectacular views of the Southern Carpathians. Along the way, delve into medieval Romanian history and breathe in the fresh mountain air while admiring views of the Vidraru Dam. Enjoy the expertise of a local guide make for an unforgettable Romanian road trip.

Planning your own hike in the Carpathian Mountains can be stressful if you don’t know the area. Prebook this Carpathian Mountains Hiking Experience from Brasov and have a guide plan out your trek for you, and hike in the safety of a small group that looks out for one another. Round-trip transport and hotel pickup from Brasov are included.

Enjoy a relaxed day in nature on this small-group guided tour of the Danube Delta. After making an early start you'll be taken to some of the most beautiful, biologically significant areas of the delta. Visit local villages and past picturesque lakes on the way to the Letea Forest, Europe's northernmost subtropical forest. Look out for wild horses from your safari car.

Discover the best of Romanian wine on a full-day private tasting tour from Bucharest. Relax, as transportation takes you from your Bucharest hotel to the heart of Romania’s wine country, Dealu Mare. Enjoy included entrance to a museum and manor and learn all about the winemaking process, before the tastings begin. Try various types of wine at Casa Colinelor and Lacerta Winery, with lunch served at either location.

Escape the bustling capital and cruise through the Transylvanian landscape to discover 3 of its highlights on a private day trip to Peleș Castle, Bran Castle, and the historic city of Brașov from Bucharest. Transfer between dispersed locations with ease via private vehicle and forget the guidebook with insights provided by your personal guide. Relax as you travel with hotel pickup and drop-off included, as well as all entrance fees and free on-board Wi-Fi.

Famed for its dramatic castles and Gothic legends, Transylvania cannot be missed during your time in Romania. This private full-day tour from Bucharest gives you the chance to visit 3 of the region's top attractions in one day. Marvel at the history-shrouded Peles Castle, delve into legends of Vlad the Imapler at Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle), and discover the medieval majesty of Rasnov Fortress. See, too, the Gothic landmarks of Brasov during a city tour. Round-trip transport from your Bucharest hotel is included.

An ideal adventure to the Bicaz Gorges and Red Lake for those of any fitness level, this tour takes you trekking through the Hasmas Mountains National Park. Make your way along the rocky walls and winding roads of the Bicaz Gorges. Customize your adventure to suit your interests and preferred activity level and enjoy your trip to the Red Lake. For thrill-seekers, add a guided via ferrata tour to experience even more excitement.

Ecotourism is a way of responsible travel in which the main purpose is observing and appreciating nature and the local traditions. You'll get the chance to appreciate incredible views over Bucegi Natural Park as you'll spend a full day right in the heart of Transylvania. Visit one of the most authentic mountain villages in Romania with amazing views over Piatra Craiului National Park, experience the Eco Trail Romania and get to observe the locals and their way of living. This is an easy/medium 8 to 12 km trail, 400-500 m elevation height, total 5 to 6 hours hike on wide paths with no exposure or dangerous cliffs. This trip is suitable to families or any other groups of people that can walk on various terrains for half a day. You need to bring hiking boots and clothes that suits the outside weather, back pack, rain coat and a small snack. We also recommend to bring a hat, sun cream, ticks spray and hiking sticks.

Explore Transylvanian highlights away from the tourist crowds and benefit from your guide’s undivided attention on a private tour of Corvin Castle and Alba Iulia, leaving the hustle and bustle of the city behind as you gain insight into the wider region’s history and culture from your guide. Travel with ease between dispersed locations via air-conditioned vehicle, and save time finding a meeting point with included hotel pickup and drop-off.

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.

Make the most of your Romanian holiday with a full-day private tour to three major attractions. With included end-to-end transportation, skip-the-line access, and a private guide, you can fully experience each location. After pickup from Brasov, head to Rasnov Citadel to admire the 13th-century fortress. Then visit Bran Castle, the inspiration for Dracula's castle, before ending your day at Liberty Bear Sanctuary.

Combine visits to three important Romanian attractions without the hassle of driving on unfamiliar roads on a tour from Bucharest. Explore Caldarusani Monastery, Snagov Monastery, and Mogosoaia Palace with a guide for extra context. Personalized attention is guaranteed in your small group.

There’s much more to Brasov than just Gothic architecture—discover the mountainous surroundings of the Transylvanian town on a full-day private hiking tour to the villages of Magura and Pestera. You’ll delve deeper into local culture and soak up panoramic views of Piatra Craiului National Park, benefiting from personalized attention and hotel pickup included.

You will be taken from your hotel in Basov by a professional guide and you will go to the most spectacular road in Europe - Transfagarasan. We will stop first and visit the Carta Monastery built in the late Gothic style, by the Cistercian monks who came to Transylvania from Burgundy - France. Transfagarasan Highway is the most spectacular and beautiful mountain road in Europe, enough to feature on the UK motor show Top Gear, Transfagarasan Highway might just be “the best road in the world” as Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson claimed. It's a road going up in the mountains and unites Transylvania with Valachia. Great scenes, noisy waterfalls, Glaciar Balea lake, will make you feel great up there and forget about the stress of the city. During the winter, between the months of November and July, we will go up by van to the hotel Balea Cascada 1446, from where we will take the cable car (from here up the road is closed due to snow). The price of the cable car is not included .

Get out and enjoy the countryside while riding around on an ATV for two with this tour, which includes round-trip transportation from your hotel in Bucharest. You'll then head out to the countryside, where you’ll zoom through forests and over hills, spending around two hours in total on a 2-person ATV.

Visit three of Transylvania’s most unmissable attractions during this full-day, small-group combo tour. Departing from Brasov, you’ll visit a forested refuge for bears escaping captivity at Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti, tour Bran Castle (otherwise known as Dracula’s Castle), and enjoy panoramic views from the top of the 13th-century fortress, Rasnov Citadel.