Explore one of Europe’s hidden gems with this 7 day tour in Romania. Situated in the Eastern part of the continent, at the border between Europe and the Middle East, it surprises its visitors with astonishingly beautiful nature, architecture and some of the friendliest populations on Earth. Romania is home to the biggest brown bear population in Europe, thanks to its vast forested areas, as well as important species of wild animals including the lynx, wolves, deer and other terrestrial mammals. The main mountain range in Romania, the Carpathians, are the backbone of the country, entering from the Northern part, arching in the middle and going all the way to the Western part, where they end, forming the Apuseni mountains. Transylvania, the so-called Land of Dracula, has therefore a natural border, the mountains, which used to protect its lands from the invaders, hundreds of years ago.
During this 7 day tour in Romania you will discover the highlights of this country: you will go wildlife tracking, bear watching, visit Brasov, one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Romania, discover the Szekler and Saxon heritage in Transylvania and end the stay with an adrenaline-pumping via ferrata activity in the spectacular Bicaz Gorge.
Tour in Romania. Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Romania and transfer to Rucar village
This will be the first day of this tour in Romania so please make sure you tell us about your flight schedule.
Your guide and driver will pick you up from Otopeni International Airport in Bucharest and you will be transferred to your accommodation in Rucar village, at the base of Piatra Craiului mountains. You will spend the day resting, after a long flight. In the evening, you will serve your first Romanian dinner at the restaurant.
* Depending on the arrival time we can stop for lunch (not included in the price).
Accommodation in double room.
Day 2: Wildlife tracking & bear watching
After breakfast and a well deserved sleep, you will be picked up from your accommodation in 4WD cars and transferred in the surrounding forests, to attend a 5-6 hour wildlife tracking tour. Together with specialized guides, you will learn how to identify the different species of animals living in Romania and hike through the soon-to-be largest nature park in Europe.
Later in the day, during the evening, you will go to a special bear hide, situated deep in the forest, where you will have the chance to spot Europe’s largest predator, the Eurasian brown bear – Ursus arctos arctos. This bear watching experience will surely represent the highlight of the trip.
Dinner & accommodation in a double room.
Day 3: Dracula’s Castle & Brasov city
After breakfast, you will go across the ancient border between the two historical regions of Romania, Wallachia and Transylvania. You will stop at the famous Bran Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle, made famous by the famous Irish writer Bram Stoker. This medieval structure probably represents Romania’s most famous landmark, attracting hundreds of thousands of tourists every year.
After finding the real story of Dracula, you will continue your journey to Brasov, with a short stop at a local distillery, where you will taste the famous Hungarian-Romanian drink called “palinca” and learn its history.
Once in Brasov, after checking-in at your hotel, you can have a short tour of the medieval city center or hike up to the nearby mount Tampa for a spectacular panoramic view from above the town.
In the evening, you will have dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation in double room.
Day 4: Craft beer factory visit & transfer to Szekler land
After breakfast, you will continue your tour in Romania with a journey North and visit Prejmer citadel, one of the most important medieval fortifications in Romania. Because it was built on flat land, it didn’t have the advantage of the higher ground, therefore you will have the chance to observe why it withstood almost all invasions during its tumultuous past. It is included in the UNESCO World Heritage site and it’s a must-see while in Brasov.
Your next stop will be near the city of Miercurea Ciuc, where you will visit a local craft beer factory, learning the basics of beer making and tasting the different varieties produced here. After an unlimited beer tasting, you will have a delicious lunch offered by the beer factory staff.
After reaching your accommodation near Gheorgheni, feel free to explore the splendid location and have an evening drink with the locals.
Dinner & accommodation in a double room.
Day 5: Via ferrata in Bicaz gorge
After breakfast, you will continue North, past the famous Red Lake, formed here by a massive landslide in 1837. Then, you will go through the most spectacular gorge in Romania, Bicaz gorge. Carved by the forces of nature during millions of years, this 8 kilometers / 5 miles gorge offers a scenic drive from Transylvania to Moldova region.
After exiting the canyon, you will participate in a via ferrata activity and see the spectacular landscape from above, using the special safety gear. For two hours, you will climb the cliffs and feel the adrenaline pumping.
After going back to base, you will continue your journey to the Eastern part of Romania, in the beautiful town of Iasi.
Dinner & accommodation in a double room.
Day 6: Tour of Iasi and free day for shopping
After breakfast, you will go on a short tour of Iasi. The rest of the day you will explore the city on your own, looking for souvenirs and discovering the traditional restaurants.
Dinner & accommodation in a double room.
Day 7: Transfer to Bucharest
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Bucharest. This will be the end of this tour in Romania.
Are you interested in this tour? Contact us for more details about pricing, availability and how to book.