Walking Romania - Transylvanian Alps Trek

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Experience warm rural hospitality and discover the unspoilt beautiful countryside of Romania on this satisfying trekking holiday in the Transylvanian Alps. Overnight in mountain huts and a local guesthouse in Moieciu and enjoy walks through pine forests and flowered meadows. Piatra Craiului Mountains - One of the most spectacular ridge walks in Europe Buc...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Extreme

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

What's this trip about?

    Experience warm rural hospitality and discover the unspoilt beautiful countryside of Romania on this satisfying trekking holiday in the Transylvanian Alps. Overnight in mountain huts and a local guesthouse in Moieciu and enjoy walks through pine forests and flowered meadows. Piatra Craiului Mountains - One of the most spectacular ridge walks in Europe Bucharest - Explore Romania's capital on foot Southern Carpathians - Walk in the Bucegi mountains

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age range16 to 85 years
Flights and transport
Start CityBucharest
End CityBucharest

Travel Themes

  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

Attractions

  • Bucharest
  • Romania
  • Transylvania

Activities

  • Trekking

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 20

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Join trip in Bucharest

The trip starts at our hotel in Bucharest, Romania's largest city that became its capital in 1832. It has gone through a period of urban renewal and modernisation and it is now a bustling city, at the centre of Romanian culture, art and media. There are no activiti...

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

We make an early start this morning and head out from the city to Sinaia, a journey of around 2 hours. This is a beautiful mountainous region, at the foothills of the Bucegi Mountains in the Prahova Valley. Sinaia is one of the oldest and most famous mountain resorts,...

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

Our hike today starts with an ascent of around 450 metres on a well-defined path to the Shepfold Pass where we can enjoy amazing views of both the Piatra Craiului Mountains and the lowlands of Transylvania. Passing the old remains of the border of the Austro-Hungarian...

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

Today we start our day with an optional trip to the castle at Bran. The truth behind 'Dracula's Castle' is even more fascinating than its myths! Earlier this century it was the home of the remarkable British born Queen Marie of Romania, grand daughter of Queen Victori...

Day 5 Piatra Craiului Ridge walk

Today we take a circular walk from our mountain hut to the Piatra Craiului's beautiful limestone ridge, which is about 25 kilometres/15.5 miles long, from where we have superb views over the surrounding country. The walk today is challenging in parts with the odd sect...

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

Today we leave the mountain hut behind and walk to our guesthouse in Moeciu. Today's walk takes us through more beautiful countryside including the Zarnesti Gorge which has been used as a filming location for a number of movies including Cold Mountain. Today's Mod...

Day 7 Drive to Bucharest to explore the capital

This morning we drive to Romania's capital, a remarkable blend of turn of the century elegance and communist excess. Situated on the Danube plain and set amid a series of lakes and spacious gardens, remnants of more gracious days still exist to charm the visitor. We v...

Day 8 Trip ends in Bucharest

The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Bucharest. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Bucharest at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you would ...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,520
Price per day$190
Last Updated: 3/14/2025
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31 May 2025
07 Jun 2025
$1,520
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05 Jul 2025
12 Jul 2025
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02 Aug 2025
09 Aug 2025
$1,520
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30 Aug 2025
06 Sep 2025
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20 Sep 2025
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30 May 2026
06 Jun 2026
$1,590
$180
20 Jun 2026
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$1,590
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04 Jul 2026
11 Jul 2026
$1,590
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01 Aug 2026
08 Aug 2026
$1,590
$180

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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William

Oct 2024

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Walking Romania - Transylvanian Alps Trek

Our tour leader Radvan Moldovan was well organised, thorough, considerate and humorous. He provided an interesting and well-informed background to the area and the ...

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Eupalinos of Megara

Oct 2024

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Walking Romania - Transylvanian Alps Trek

This was a fairly tough walking trip, with three challenging days (long days, lots of uphill) and two easier days. Certainly not one for the casual, uncommitted week...

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Adrian

Aug 2024

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Walking Romania - Transylvanian Alps Trek

Our guide Razvan was knowledgeable understanding kind considerate and very fri...

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Jan

Jul 2024

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Walking Romania - Transylvanian Alps Trek

Such a fantastic trip - I want to do it all over again! Raz was a great guide and looked after everyone in the group. The walking was nicely challenging and the scen...

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Transportation & Flights

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Transportation & flights

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Cancellation policy
These conditions are applicable to Discovery & Wildlife, Cycling, Walking and Family Trips. These conditions were updated November 2022. Booked a Polar trip? Please refer to our Polar booking conditions. To make it easy to know the detail of our flexibility, we’ve put it in a grid (these terms apply to all trips apart from our Polar Voyages.) Standard cancellations or changes within 69 days of travel If you’re getting closer to your trip, cancellation charges will apply as follows: For trips confirmed by 31st December 2022: 59-42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100% For trips confirmed from 1st January 2023: 69 -42 days before trip start date – 30%, or loss of deposit if higher 41-28 days before trip start date – 60% 27-14 days before trip start date – 90% Less than 14 days before trip start date – 100%
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We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Romania: Visas are not required by UK, EU nationalities, Australian, New Zealand US and Canadian citizens. Other nationalities should consult their local embassy or consular office.
Health & Safety
Nothing compulsory, although we recommend vaccination against tetanus, hepatitis A, typhoid and polio. Tick-borne encephalitis is recommended by some medical sources if travelling in certain areas of Eastern Europe, at specific times of the year. The Foreign Office currently recommend considerations of vaccination against rabies if travelling in rural areas of Romania. Please check the latest requirements with your travel clinic or doctor prior to departure. The above is not an exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice can be found by following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at <a href="https://www.explore.co.uk/essential-information/know-before-you-go/travel-health">Explore Travel Health</a> and from your local healthcare provider. Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed by you before travelling.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast : 7
  • Dinner : 5
  • Lunch : 5
Age Requirements
16 to 85 years
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