Cluj-napoca Tours in October 2026

I had an unbelievable time -- as a solo traveler, having an itinerary so filled with essential sights. During these seven days, I met some fantastic passionate people, like Laur, my tour guide, passionate about Romania and the country's history. For those traveling in Europe, Romania is a destination you should consider; I'm not the only crazy woman traveling in eastern Europe.

The trip offered a wonderful insight into rural Romania. The food and hospitality provided were of a kind that's rare to experience. It was very special. Gigi, our guide went out of his way to do his best to accommodate everyone's needs. He was truly our shepherd. The walks were extremely beautiful and at the end of each day the beds comfortable!

Walking in northern Romania, staying in family owned guest houses and having a guide who was familiar and known to local people during our day long walks was just marvelous. Scenery was breath-taking and people welcoming and friendly. Just take your walking sticks as there is some steep and rough terrain. Do it - you won't regret it!

Our recent guided walk in Romania was an enchanting adventure, with story book scenery and a view into rich peasant culture that I thought only existed over 150 years ago or in fairy tales. We were fortunate to have Gigi as our guide. His innate good nature, kindness and enthusiasm was a balm for all on the trip. We felt safe and happy under his guidance.

This walk through Bucovina and Maramures takes you to another world--of painted monasteries and wooden churches, in beautiful countryside. You stay in rustic homestay houses with basic facilities but warm hospitality from the hosts. The whole experience was charming and fascinating and you learn much about Romania's proud ancient, medieval and more recent history and how, even now in the 21st Century, there are places which preserve very old architecture, traditions and way of life.

A fascinating introduction to rural Northern Romania with a great guide, good hilly walks, friendly warm people and masses of hearty Romanian food. It did my soul good to know there are such places left in this world.