Romania in One Week: 3 Recommended 7-day Itineraries to Romania
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Romania 7-day itinerary options
If you only have 7 days to spend in Romania, check out our one-week Romania itinerary suggestions below for inspiration and travel ideas.
Itinerary #1: Highlights of Romania
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bucharest and discover its Old Town | City exploration |
| Day 2 | Hike to Poenari Citadel, visit Vidraru Dam and travel to Sibiu | Sightseeing |
| Day 3 | Explore remote Transylvanian villages | Exploration |
| Day 4 | See Biertan’s fortified church and discover Sighisoara | City exploration |
| Day 5 | Tick Rupea Citadel off your bucket list | Landmark sightseeing |
| Day 6 | Visit Tampa Mountain Natural Reservation | Exploration |
| Day 7 | Follow in the footsteps of Dracula before the trip ends |
Dive deeper into the country’s history with this seven-day Romania itinerary. Drive down the Transfagarasan Highway, a 150-kilometer-long stretch of winding mountain roads made famous by the BBC show ‘Top Gear. You will then explore Transylvanian villages before heading for the 850-year-old Sighișoara, considered to be Europe’s only inhabited medieval citadel. This tour goes well beyond Romania’s tourist attractions, as it gives you the chance to meet locals and learn more about their way of life.
You can tweak the itinerary above or get a bespoke Romania holiday crafted as per your preference.
Itinerary #2: Trekking the Transylvanian Alps
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bucharest and explore the bustling capital's Old Town | City sightseeing |
| Day 2 | Travel to Sinaia, visit Peles Castle and hike through Bucegi mountains to Padina hut | Hiking |
| Day 3 | Hike challenging terrain from Shepfold Pass to Moieciu | Hiking |
| Day 4 | Visit Bran Castle, then trek to Piatra Craiului mountains, ending at Curmatura | Hiking |
| Day 5 | Embark on a circular walk to Piatra Craiului's limestone ridge | Hiking |
| Day 6 | Hike from Curmatura hut through scenic countryside and Zarnesti Gorge to guesthouse in Moeciu | Hiking |
| Day 7 | Drive to Bucharest, tour the city's historic areas, and enjoy free time |
You can spend 7 days trekking in the Translyvanian Alps! Begin in bustling Bucharest, exploring its charming Old Town and rich cultural heritage. Journey to enchanting Sinaia, where you'll marvel at the stunning Peles Castle before ascending the Bucegi mountains via cable car for an exhilarating hike to Padina hut. Challenge yourself with a trek from Shepfold Pass to Moieciu, immersing in Romania's breathtaking natural beauty. Discover the legendary Bran Castle before conquering the rugged Piatra Craiului mountains, overnighting in a cozy mountain hut. Experience the awe-inspiring limestone ridge of Piatra Craiului with panoramic views of the southern Carpathians. Traverse scenic countryside and the dramatic Zarnesti Gorge en route to Moeciu. Conclude your journey back in Bucharest for a much-needed unwinding and shopping spree. This adventure perfectly balances challenging hikes with cultural discoveries, offering unforgettable experiences from bustling cities to pristine wilderness. See all hiking packages in Romania.
Itinerary #3: Cycle through Romania
| Overview | Activity | |
| Day 1 | Start in Zarnesti and cycle through Obaha and finish in Bucium | Cycling |
| Day 2 | Explore ancient monasteries and traditional villages | Cycling |
| Day 3 | Continue to Biertan | Cycling |
| Day 4 | Reach the heritage town of Sighisoara | Cycling |
| Day 5 | Journey through Transylvanian hills to Soars | Cycling |
| Day 6 | See the Saxon village of Viscri | Cycling |
| Day 7 | Explore Brasov before taking the train back to Bucharest |
An alternative way to spend seven days in Romania is with a bicycle trip. This bicycle tour takes you to the picturesque mountain village of Zarnesti, which is also the gateway for those heading for Piatra Craiului National Park. Cycle through traditional villages and soak up the beautiful scenery of the Romanian countryside as you head for Biertan, home to a late-Gothic church with an intricately carved pulpit and a mosaic door. Next, it is time to truly get off the beaten path and tread ground in the Transylvanian hills and lush countryside which just a handful of lucky travelers ever visit. See all Romania holiday packages.
Planning a Romanian itinerary for 7 days?
You can make the most of Romania in just 7 days. From cycling across the country to trekking its Translyvanian Alps and just hitting all the major highlights, there is something for everyone, as shown in our 7-day Romania itinerary plans. If you have more time at hand, we suggest spending 10 days in Romania. On the flipside, you can also get a good overview of the country in as little as 5 days. If you are still not sure what is good amount of time to spend in Romania, contact our travel expert to create a custom tour from scratch.
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