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8 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Explore the wilds of central Romania, home to brown bears, Saxon villages and the Carpathian Mountains

Visit the largest brown bear sanctuary in Europe and opt to join a bear-watching evening with a forester

Hike through the spectacular landscape: meadows, forests and mountain trails

Visit Vlad the Impaler’s Bran Castle, the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s Dracula

Enjoy an authentic Carpathian welcome at Villa Hermani in the remote village of Magura

Itinerary

Step into a land of legend and wilderness with Carpathian Walking & Bears, an eight-day wildlife tour designed for seniors eager to explore Romania’s wild heart. Trek through untouched forests, dramatic canyons, and Saxon villages in the Carpathian Mountains, renowned for their dense populations of brown bears, wolves, and lynx. Seek out wildlife, wander the medieval streets of Brasov, and tour the fabled Bran Castle, famously linked to Dracula. The tour’s unique appeal lies in its blend of gentle walking, rich history, and extraordinary wildlife encounters—all in one of Europe’s most pristine regions.

day 1Begin your adventure at Villa Hermani, Magura

Begin your adventure at the family-run guesthouse, Villa Hermani, in the quaint village of Magura within Piatra Craiului National Park.
It is approximately 105mi (170km) from Bucharest Airport and takes around 3hr 30min to reach by road. Therefore, we highly recommend you join the group minibus transfer.
After arrival, your tour leader ensures a big Romanian welcome with a welcome dinner.
Want more time in Bucharest? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.

Meals
Dinner

day 2Hike through meadows to Bran • Explore Bran Castle (optional) – the legendary home of Dracula

day 3Explore the peaceful landscape around Magura • Brown bear watching

day 4Walk to the shepherd village of Sirnea

day 5To Brasov by public transport • Guided tour of the highlights

day 6Visit brown bear sanctuary • Hike to the Saxon village of Vulcan

day 7Hike through alpine pastures to Curmatura Cabin

day 8Adventure ends

What's Included

Accommodation
All accommodation: 7 Classic nights (Villa Hermani)
Meals
All breakfasts, five packed lunches and six dinners
Transport
Immersive itinerary with all transport (by minibus) and listed activitiesGroup arrival and departure transfers available
Guide
Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure

Customer Reviews

4.7

based on 132 reviews
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Wondering first time experience with Exodus

This was my first back pack trip ever. It was challenging but exciting and memorable!

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Bears and Walks

Lovely break in the wilds of Romania

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Walking with Bears in Romania

This has to be my best trip with Exodus for the beauty and unspoiled nature. It was awesome.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Wonderful experience in Translyvanian Mountains

This trip had beautiful walks in the Carpathian mountains. Seeing the bears while in the hide was a highlight though. The visit to the bear sanctuary for rescued bears was also very moving. The hikes did require a high degree of fitness. Note that when we booked this trip was a level 2, but the same trip has been reclassified as a level 3, which in our experience is merited. The last day is the most challenging but the last part to the very peak is optional and was only done by a small part of our group. Our guide Sebi was excellent and paced the walk for the group's abilities. He was also very knowledgeable about the local wildlife and customs.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Brilliant

This was a superb birthday treat. The accommodation just lacked air conditioning, as it was so hot Food good with excellent hosts. Scenery beautiful, with all that was promised.

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