Trekking in Transylvania

From$999USD
8 days,Brasov to Brasov
Trip Code: EATC

Visiting 'Dracula's Castle' in Bran, hiking the undiscovered Romanian countryside, marvelling at magnificent Carpathian views, savouring Romanian culture and history.

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Enter the world of legend and embrace the myth of Count Dracula as you trek through the rugged wilderness of Romania. Ancient border roads and shepherds’ trails will reward active adventurers willing to break a sweat with stunning mountain scenery populated with bears, wolves and lynx. You'll stay in simple guesthouses and travel in small groups with local guides for a truly authentic insight into this wild corner of Europe. From steep dramatic slopes to small one-school, one-pub villages, experience the beauty of the Carpathian Mountains.

What's Included

  • All accompanied day hikes as indicated in the itinerary. Entrance and tour of Bran (Dracula's) castle, guided walk in Brasov.
  • 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners. (Allow EUR120-140 for meals not included)
  • Simple hotels, guesthouses/chalets (7 nts)
  • Walking, minivan
  • Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout
  • Small group experience; Max 14, Avg 10
Map of the route for Trekking in Transylvania Click to enlarge
Places Visited
  • Romania
Day 1 Brasov

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Carpathian mountains/Brasov (B,D)

Complete a stunning day trek on the Piatra Mare circuit, including the Seven Stairs Canyon, in the Carpathian Mountains.

Day 3 Bucegi Mountains/Bran (B,D)

Transfer to Bran, and trek the Bucegi Mountains Circuit.

Day 4 Piatra Craiulu National Park/Bran (B,D)

Enjoy a full day trek in the spectacular Piatra Craiului (King’s Rock) National Park, home of the Carpathian Large Carnivore Project.

Day 5 Fagaras Mountains/Sambetei (B)

Visit to Bran (Dracula's) Castle, transfer to Sambata Monastery, trek to Valea Sambetei Chalet in Fagaras Mountains.

Day 6 Moldoveanu/Sambetei (1B)

Trek a circuit from Valea Sambetei Chalet to Moldoveanu Peak, the highest peak in Romania, before returning back to the Chalet.

Day 7 Viscri (B)

Descend from the Chalet via the monastery. Stay overnight in a village guesthouse in Viscri and enjoy a traditional meal.

Day 8 Brasov (B)

Visit the fortified church and take a carriage ride around the village. Afternoon transfer to Brasov, where tour finishes on arrival.
Please do not book any international flights until after 3pm in the afternoon today.

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