Walking Romania - Transylvanian Alps Trek Tour with 13 Reviews by Explore

About the tour

Tour Type

Small Group

Max Group Size

Age Requirement

16 - 99 yrs

Operated In

English

Physical Rating

Challenging

Starts

Ends

Bucharest, Romania

Highlights

Adventurous and challenging trekking in the mountains of Romania's Transylvania region

Experience local hospitality and rustic home-cooking at our simple huts and guesthouse

Travel deep into the Transylvanian Alps, the legendary home of Dracula

Itinerary

For those with a passion for highland adventure, "Walking Romania - Transylvanian Alps Trek" offers a challenging 8-day hiking journey through Romania’s majestic peaks. Begin and end in Bucharest, exploring the rugged beauty of the Piatra Craiului Mountains and the Bucegi range, while encountering traditional rural hospitality in local guesthouses and huts. Expect to spot wildlife like chamois and red deer, traverse pine forests, and savor the tranquility of flowered meadows. The trip’s unique selling point? Its immersive approach—combining demanding ridge walks with authentic cultural encounters—for a truly rewarding trekking tour in the heart of Transylvania.

Day 1Join trip in Bucharest

Day 2Drive to Sinaia in the Carpathians.Cable car to Bucegi Plateau; hike to the Padina Mountain Hut

Day 3Descend into the Bran Valley with stunning views of the Piatra Craiului Mountains

Day 4Visit Bran Castle (optional); walk towards the Piatra Craiului Mountains

Day 5Piatra Craiului Ridge walk

Day 6Walk from Curmatura Hut through the Zarnesti Gorge to Moieciu

Day 7Drive to Bucharest to explore the capital

Day 8Trip ends in Bucharest

Walking Romania - Transylvanian Alps Trek

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel Minerva (2 nights)Piadina Hut (1 night)Casa Zada Guest House (2 nights)Curmatura Hut (2 nights)

Meals

7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners

Transport

Driver(s)Bus

Guide

Explore Tour Leader

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4.8

based on 13 reviews

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Mircea

The info about the trip is exactly as on the page of the provider and it is neatly organized. The booking process is simple, straight forward and indeed with no extra fee showing last minute

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Walking Romania - Transylvanian Alps Trek

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