Transylvania Winter Walk & Snowshoe

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8 days

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A really good, interesting holiday. Rather more moderate than leisurely but very enjoyable. The group had a good age range and we all got along very well. The weather was glorious for all but one day and the guest house was lovely. The food was very good and the staff were all very friendly.

Anonymous | Traveled in February

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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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Ends

Magura, Romania

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Highlights

Experience the serene beauty of the Carpathian Mountains in winter

Look for wolf and bear tracks in the snow

Visit Bran Castle, Dracula's home

Enjoy the warm hospitality of the local people

Walk through the Prapastiile Zarnestilor Canyon, formed during the Jurassic period

Itinerary

Transylvania’s snow-covered landscapes come alive in winter on this eight-day "Transylvania Winter Walk & Snowshoe" adventure. Designed for experienced travelers, the trip is based in the charming village of Magura and features a mix of hiking and snowshoeing, depending on conditions. Explore hidden gorges, valleys, and local villages, visit a bear sanctuary, and tour the legendary Bran Castle—Dracula’s fictional home. Along the way, meet locals, learn regional folklore, and search for traces of winter wildlife. The USP is the immersive blend of winter sports, history, and authentic rural culture, delivering a true taste of Transylvania’s wild and mystical spirit.

day 1Start Magura, Transylvania

The trip starts in the village of Magura at about 3,410ft (1,040m), within the boundaries of Piatra Craiului National Park in Transylvania. However, as the guesthouse is 103mi (165km) from Bucharest Airport, we strongly recommend you join the group transfer (3hr 30min), which will take you to the guesthouse from the airport. Dinner on arrival will consist of a cheese and continental meat platter with bread. Our hosts at our guesthouse, Villa Hermani, are very hospitable and enjoy stopping to chat over a glass of local plum brandy.
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Meals

Dinner

Others

Villa Hermani

day 2Walk to the village of Pestera

day 3Explore Kalibash villages

day 4Snowshoe or walk between Piatra Craiului and Bucegi mountains

day 5Visit Libearty bear sanctuary, the village of Vulcan and Brasov

day 6Walk to Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's castle

day 7Snowshoe through Zarnesti Canyon to Piatra Craiului Mountains

day 8End Magura, Transylvania

What's Included

Accommodation

All accommodation: 7 Comfort nights (Villa Hermani)

Meals

All breakfasts, six lunches and six dinners

Transport

Immersive itinerary with all transport and listed activitiesGroup arrival and departure transfers available

Guide

Expert tour leader to enhance your adventure

Others

Snowshoes and poles provided

What's Excluded

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